Live Ventures Incorporated operates as a diversified holding company focused on acquiring and operating domestic middle-market businesses. Its portfolio includes subsidiaries in textile, flooring, tools, steel, and entertainment, with reported segments that include retail entertainment, retail flooring, flooring manufacturing, steel manufacturing, and corporate activities.
News about Live Ventures commonly covers fiscal results, segment margin trends, acquisition-driven portfolio development, and operating initiatives within subsidiaries. Recurring updates include Central Steel Fabricators' precision-fabricated steel systems for telecommunications, data-center, and infrastructure markets, as well as Flooring Liquidators' retail flooring, distribution, inventory planning, and automation initiatives.
Live Ventures (LIVE) and subsidiary Marquis Industries announced the passing of Marquis founder Timothy Allen “Tim” Bailey on September 6, 2026, at age 79.
Bailey founded Marquis Industries in Dalton, Georgia, in 1997 and built it into a major regional carpet and flooring manufacturer that now employs about 475 people, most of them in Georgia. Live Ventures acquired Marquis in 2015 in what it describes as one of the most important transactions in its history. Bailey continued leading Marquis for several years after the acquisition to support a smooth transition and prepare successors Wes Godfrey and Chet Graham, who now serve as Co-Chief Executive Officers.
The announcement highlights Bailey’s reputation for integrity, his focus on taking care of employees, and his lasting influence on Marquis’ culture. A native of Augusta, Georgia, he was a U.S. Army veteran, a certified public accountant, and previously a principal of Grass and More. He is survived by his wife, three children, and four grandchildren.
Live Ventures (NASDAQ: LIVE) reported that the United States District Court for the District of Nevada has dismissed all SEC civil claims against the company arising from a 2021 lawsuit, ending a matter that began nearly nine years ago. According to Live Ventures, the dismissal involves no judgment, no penalty, no admission and no findings of any kind against the company. Separately, CEO Jon Isaac resolved the SEC’s individual claims against him through a consent judgment that includes a $175,000 civil penalty, with no admission of wrongdoing. The company stated it will now focus on its long-term strategy of acquiring and operating profitable businesses.
Live Ventures (Nasdaq: LIVE) reported fiscal Q3 2026 revenue of $108.9 million, down 3.2% year over year, with gross margin up slightly to 34.1%. Operating income was $5.3 million versus $8.0 million, and the company recorded a net loss of $1.1 million, or $(0.34) per share, compared with net income of $5.4 million and EPS of $1.24 in the prior-year quarter. Adjusted EBITDA was $9.3 million, down 29.5%.
Retail-Entertainment and Steel Manufacturing delivered revenue growth of 12.7% and 7.3%, respectively, while Retail-Flooring revenue fell 29.4%. For the nine months, revenue declined 3.2% to $320.4 million, with a net loss of $3.6 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $23.0 million. As of June 30, 2026, total assets were $385.8 million, equity was $91.9 million, total cash availability was $39.8 million, and approximately $9.5 million remained under the $10 million share repurchase program.
Live Ventures (NASDAQ: LIVE) will release its fiscal third quarter 2026 financial results, for the period ended June 30, 2026, before the market opens on Thursday, August 13, 2026. The company will host an earnings conference call the same day at 2:00 p.m. PDT (5:00 p.m. EDT), accessible via U.S. dial-in 800.231.0316 and international dial-in +1.314.696.0504, under the conference title “Live Ventures Fiscal Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call.” A recording will later be available on the company’s Investor Relations website.
Live Ventures (Nasdaq: LIVE) reported fiscal Q2 2026 revenue of $102.9 million, down 3.8% year over year. Gross margin rose 80 bps to 33.6%. The company posted a $2.0 million operating loss and a $2.4 million net loss, including a ~$4.0 million non-cash goodwill impairment in Steel Manufacturing.
Adjusted EBITDA was $5.9 million, down 8.8%. For the first six months, revenue was $211.4 million (-3.2%), net loss $2.5 million, and Adjusted EBITDA $13.7 million (+12.2%). Cash and availability under credit facilities totaled approximately $39.8 million.
Live Ventures (NASDAQ: LIVE) will release fiscal second quarter 2026 results for the period ended March 31, 2026, before the market opens on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
The company will host an earnings conference call on May 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PDT / 5:00 p.m. EDT. Dial-in numbers and a replay will be available via the company's Investor Relations website.
Live Ventures (NASDAQ: LIVE) said Central Steel Fabricators will supply structural support products for a hyperscale AI data center project, supporting cable management, structural frames and custom components.
The Broadview, Illinois manufacturer emphasizes automation and robotic welding investments after its 2024 acquisition to scale production for rising AI infrastructure demand.
Live Ventures (Nasdaq: LIVE) reported fiscal Q1 2026 results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Revenue was $108.5M, gross margin rose to 32.6%, and operating income increased 352.9% to $3.5M. Adjusted EBITDA improved 35.7% to $7.8M. Cash availability totaled ~$38.7M and the company completed a $47.0M refinancing for its Steel Manufacturing segment.
Results included a small net loss of $0.1M (diluted loss per share $0.02) versus prior-year net income influenced by non-recurring gains.
Live Ventures (NASDAQ: LIVE) will release fiscal first quarter 2026 financial results for the period ended December 31, 2025 before market open on Thursday, February 12, 2026. The company will hold its earnings conference call the same day at 2:00 p.m. PST / 5:00 p.m. EST.
Dial-in details: 800.231.0316 (U.S.) and +1.314.696.0504 (International). The call recording will be available on Live Ventures’ Investor Relations webpage at https://ir.liveventures.com/.
Central Steel Fabricators (NASDAQ: LIVE), a portfolio company of Live Ventures, described an expanding role supplying precision-fabricated steel systems for AI, automation, and data-center connectivity on Jan 27, 2026. The company highlighted cable management systems, structural frames, and custom components for data centers and fiber deployments.
Management emphasized scaling automation and robotic welding that has materially increased daily production capacity, positioning Central Steel Fabricators to respond to large-scale AI infrastructure and fiber buildouts and to benefit from long-term secular growth in AI-driven infrastructure.