Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. Announces Financial Highlights for the Three and Nine Months Ended June 29, 2025

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Optex Systems Holdings (Nasdaq:OPXS) reported strong financial results for Q3 2025, with revenue increasing 22.6% to $11.1 million compared to the prior year period. The company achieved net income of $1.5 million, up 19.7% year-over-year.

For the nine months ended June 29, 2025, revenue grew 22.3% to $30.0 million, while net income surged 49.7% to $4.1 million. The company's backlog stood at $38.3 million as of June 29, 2025, and increased to $45.0 million by August 5, 2025, following new contract awards including a $10.2 million five-year contract for optical sighting systems.

The company maintains a strong financial position with $4.9 million in cash, no credit line draws, and working capital of $19.4 million. Growth was primarily driven by higher periscope production and increased customer demand across both operating segments.

[ "Revenue increased 22.6% to $11.1 million in Q3 2025", "Net income grew 49.7% to $4.1 million for the nine-month period", "Operating income increased 43.8% to $5.1 million for nine months", "Strong cash position of $4.9 million with no credit line draws", "New contract awards totaling $14.6 million received after quarter end", "Generated $5.4 million in operating cash flow during nine months" ]

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• Backlog decreased 16.0% year-over-year to $38.3 million
• Gross margin declined from 31.8% to 28.5% in Q3 2025
• Contract loss reserves increased from $259,000 to $423,000

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Financial Analyst

OPXS reports record quarterly revenue with 22.6% growth and 19.7% higher net income, backed by strong defense contract wins.

Optex Systems has delivered an exceptionally strong quarter with $11.1 million in revenue, representing a 22.6% year-over-year increase. This performance continues a pattern of robust growth, with nine-month revenue reaching $30 million, up 22.3% from the comparable period. The primary growth driver has been increased periscope production at their Richardson facility, complemented by higher demand across both operating segments.

What's particularly impressive is how this revenue growth is translating to the bottom line. Q3 net income jumped 19.7% to $1.51 million, while nine-month net income surged 49.7% to $4.12 million. This disproportionate profit growth relative to revenue indicates improved operational leverage and efficiency. The company's operating income for the nine-month period increased by 43.8%, reflecting stronger margins and operational discipline.

The balance sheet shows remarkable strengthening, with working capital increasing to $19.4 million from $15.1 million at the fiscal year start. Cash position stands at $4.9 million with zero debt drawn on their revolving credit line, after paying down $1 million in debt during the period. The 22.6% revenue growth outpacing the 10.0% gross profit growth in Q3 suggests some margin compression (confirmed by the drop in gross margin percentage from 31.8% to 28.5%), likely due to product mix shifts or increased input costs.

While the reported backlog of $38.3 million represents a 16% year-over-year decline, the company has already secured $14.6 million in new orders after the quarter closed, bringing the current backlog to $45 million. These new contract wins—including a $10.2 million five-year contract for optical sighting systems—demonstrate the company's continued ability to secure long-term defense work, providing good revenue visibility for coming quarters. The sustained generation of $5.4 million in operating cash flow during the nine-month period further validates the quality of earnings and effective working capital management.

RICHARDSON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / August 12, 2025 / Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:OPXS), a leading manufacturer of precision optical sighting systems for domestic and worldwide military and commercial applications, announced financial results for the three and nine months ended June 29, 2025.

Danny Schoening, CEO of Optex Systems Holdings, Inc., commented, "We are proud to announce another record-breaking quarter for revenue, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, reliability, and customer support. This milestone reflects not only our strong operational performance but also the momentum we are building across the business.

"In addition to surpassing previous revenue records, we are excited to report several significant new program wins that expand our footprint in both domestic and international markets. These new awards are the result of our consistent delivery of high-quality products and the trust we have earned as a dependable defense manufacturing partner.

"Our factory performance continues to highlight the strength of our team and the efficiency of our processes. As we celebrate this achievement, we remain focused on sustaining this growth trajectory, investing in innovation, and delivering superior value to our customers and shareholders.

"We thank our employees, customers, and investors for their ongoing support in making this success possible."

Backlog as of June 29, 2025 was $38.3 million, compared to a backlog of $45.6 million as of June 30, 2024, representing a decrease of $7.3 million, or 16.0% from the prior year June period. Subsequent to the period ended June 29, 2025, the Company announced several new awards including a $2.8 million order for the XM30 program, a $10.2 million five-year requirement-type contract award for optical sighting systems, and a $1.6 million order for laser filters, bringing our total backlog to $45.0 million as of August 5, 2025.

For the three months ended June 29, 2025, our total revenue increased by $2.1 million, or 22.6%, compared to the prior year period. For the nine months ended June 29, 2025, our total revenue increased by $5.5 million, or 22.3%, compared to the prior year period. The increase in revenue was primarily driven by higher periscope production levels at the Optex Richardson segment, combined with increased customer demand across both the Optex Richardson and the Applied Optics operating segments.

Consolidated gross profit for the three months ended June 29, 2025 increased by $0.3 million, or 10.0%, compared to the prior year period. Consolidated gross profit for the nine months ended June 29, 2025 increased by $1.5 million, or 21.6%, compared to the prior year period. The increase in the most recent three and nine-month period gross profit was primarily attributable to increased revenue and changes in product mix.

Our operating income for the three months ended June 29, 2025 increased by $0.3 million, or 18.3%, compared to the prior year period. Our operating income for the nine months ended June 29, 2025 increased by $1.5 million, or 43.8%, compared to the prior year period. The increase in operating income was primarily driven by higher revenue and gross profit.

As of June 29, 2025, Optex Systems Holdings had working capital of $19.4 million, as compared to $15.1 million as of September 29, 2024. During the nine months ended June 29, 2025, we generated operating cash of $5.4 million, primarily driven by increased net income, reductions in inventory and increased accounts payable. During the nine months ended June 29, 2025, we paid $1.0 million against the credit facility and purchased capital assets of $0.5 million.

At June 29, 2025, the Company had approximately $4.9 million in cash and no draws against its revolving credit line. As of June 29, 2025, our outstanding accounts receivable balance was $4.1 million to be collected during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025.

Our key performance measures for the three and nine months ended June 29, 2025 and June 30, 2024 are summarized below.

		(Thousands)
		Three months ended												Nine months ended
Metric		Jun 29, 2025				Jun 30, 2024				% Change				Jun 29, 2025				Jun 30, 2024				% Change
Revenue		$	11,110			$	9,060				22.6	%		$	30,038			$	24,552				22.3	%
Gross Profit		$	3,168			$	2,881				10.0	%		$	8,658			$	7,122				21.6	%
Gross Margin %			28.5	%			31.8	%			(10.4	)%			28.8	%			29.0	%			(0.7	)%
Operating Income		$	1,911			$	1,615				18.3	%		$	5,065			$	3,523				43.8	%
Net Income		$	1,510			$	1,261				19.7	%		$	4,122			$	2,754				49.7	%
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)		$	2,125			$	1,837				15.7	%		$	5,698			$	4,224				34.9	%

The table below summarizes our three- and nine-month operating results for the periods ended June 29, 2025 and June 30, 2024, in terms of both the GAAP net income measure and the non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA measure. We believe that including both measures allows the reader better to evaluate our overall performance.

		(Thousands)
		Three months ended								Nine months ended
		June 29, 2025				June 30, 2024				June 29, 2025				June 30, 2024
Net Income (GAAP)		$	1,510			$	1,261			$	4,122			$	2,754
Add:
Federal Income Tax Expense			401				337				931				737
Depreciation and Amortization			131				132				386				341
Stock Compensation			83				90				247				360
Interest (Income) Expense			-				17				12				32
Adjusted EBITDA - Non GAAP		$	2,125			$	1,837			$	5,698			$	4,224

Adjusted EBITDA has limitations and should not be considered in isolation or a substitute for performance measures calculated under GAAP. This non-GAAP measure excludes certain cash expenses that we are obligated to make. In addition, other companies in our industry may calculate Adjusted EBITDA differently than we do or may not calculate it at all, which limits the usefulness of Adjusted EBITDA as a comparative measure.

Our net income increased by $0.2 million to $1.5 million for the three months ended June 29, 2025, as compared to net income of $1.3 million for the prior year period. Our adjusted EBITDA increased by $0.3 million to $2.1 million for the three months ended June 29, 2025, as compared to adjusted EBITDA of $1.8 million for the prior year period.

Our net income increased by $1.3 million to $4.1 million for the nine months ended June 29, 2025, as compared to net income of $2.8 million for the prior year period. Our adjusted EBITDA increased by $1.5 million to $5.7 million for the nine months ended June 29, 2025, as compared to adjusted EBITDA of $4.2 million for the prior year period.

The increase in net income and adjusted EBITDA for the most recent three and nine-month periods compared to the prior year periods is primarily driven by increased revenue and gross profit.

We currently do not anticipate any significant material risks as a result of the recent tariff uncertainties or China's stranglehold on rare earths. Our defense products are primarily sourced domestically, but those which are imported are generally not subject to tariff or duties. We produce some commercial optical assemblies with selective components sourced from Taiwan; however, our current customer backlog is covered with existing material in inventory. We anticipate any future orders for these commercial products will be subject to revised pricing inclusive of any potential tariff impact.

Highlights of the Consolidated and Segment Results of Operations have been prepared in accordance with GAAP. These financial highlights do not include all information and disclosures required in the consolidated financial statements and footnotes and should be read in conjunction with our Quarterly Report on Form 10Q for the three and nine months ended June 29, 2025 filed with the SEC on August 12, 2025.

Optex Systems Holdings, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

		(Thousands, except share and per share data)
		June 29, 2025				September 29, 2024
		(Unaudited)
ASSETS
Cash and Cash Equivalents		$	4,871			$	1,009
Accounts Receivable, Net			4,140				3,764
Inventory, Net			14,514				14,863
Contract Asset			155				219
Prepaid Expenses			469				217
Current Assets			24,149				20,072
Property and Equipment, Net			1,475				1,292
Other Assets
Deferred Tax Asset			852				947
Intangible Assets, Net			845				951
Right-of-use Asset			1,836				2,233
Security Deposits			23				23
Other Assets			3,556				4,154
Total Assets		$	29,180			$	25,518
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current Liabilities
Accounts Payable		$	1,778			$	1,177
Credit Facility			-				1,000
Operating Lease Liability			645				638
Federal Income Taxes Payable			-				74
Accrued Expenses			1,227				1,258
Accrued Selling Expense			169				237
Accrued Warranty Costs			173				52
Contract Loss Reserves			423				259
Customer Advance Deposits			285				255
Current Liabilities			4,700				4,950
Other Liabilities
Operating Lease Liability, net of current portion			1,346				1,760
Other Liabilities			1,346				1,760
Total Liabilities			6,046				6,710
Commitments and Contingencies			-				-
Stockholders' Equity
Common Stock - ($0.001 par, 2,000,000,000 authorized, 6,912,919 and 6,873,938 shares issued and outstanding, respectively)			7				7
Additional Paid in Capital			21,669				21,465
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)			1,458				(2,664	)
Stockholders' Equity			23,134				18,808
Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity		$	29,180			$	25,518

The accompanying notes in our Quarterly Report on Form 10Q for the three and nine months ended June 29, 2025 filed with the SEC on August 12, 2025 are an integral part of these financial statements.

Optex Systems Holdings, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
(Unaudited)

		(Thousands, except share and per share data)
		Three months ended								Nine months ended
		June 29, 2025				June 30, 2024				June 29, 2025				June 30, 2024
Revenue		$	11,110			$	9,060			$	30,038			$	24,552
Cost of Sales			7,942				6,179				21,380				17,430
Gross Profit			3,168				2,881				8,658				7,122
General and Administrative Expense			1,257				1,266				3,593				3,599
Operating Income			1,911				1,615				5,065				3,523
Interest Expense			-				17				12				32
Income Before Taxes			1,911				1,598				5,053				3,491
Income Tax Expense, net			401				337				931				737
Net Income		$	1,510			$	1,261			$	4,122			$	2,754
Basic income per share		$	0.22			$	0.19			$	0.60			$	0.41
Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding - basic			6,884,429				6,799,807				6,856,776				6,744,997
Diluted income per share		$	0.22			$	0.18			$	0.60			$	0.40
Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding - diluted			6,929,625				6,888,208				6,911,817				6,812,431

The accompanying notes in our Quarterly Report on Form 10Q for the three and nine months ended June 29, 2025 filed with the SEC on August 12, 2025 are an integral part of these financial statements.

ABOUT OPTEX SYSTEMS

Optex, which was founded in 1987, is a Richardson, Texas based ISO 9001:2015 certified concern, which manufactures optical sighting systems and assemblies, primarily for Department of Defense (DOD) applications. Its products are installed on various types of U.S. military land vehicles, such as the Abrams and Bradley fighting vehicles, Light Armored and Armored Security Vehicles, and have been selected for installation on the Stryker family of vehicles. Optex also manufactures and delivers numerous periscope configurations, rifle and surveillance sights, and night vision optical assemblies. Optex delivers its products both directly to the military services and to prime contractors. For additional information, please visit the Company's website at www.optexsys.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements, as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including those relating to the products and services described herein. You can identify these statements by the use of the words "may," "will," "could," "should," "would," "plans," "expects," "anticipates," "continue," "estimate," "project," "intend," "likely," "forecast," "probable," and similar expressions.

These forward-looking statements represent our expectations, beliefs, intentions or strategies concerning future events, including, but not limited to, any statements regarding growth strategy; product and development programs; financial performance and financial condition (including revenue, net income, profit margins and working capital); customer demand; orders and backlog; expected timing of contract deliveries to customers and corresponding revenue recognition; increases in the cost of materials and labor; costs remaining to fulfill contracts; contract loss reserves; labor shortages; follow-on orders; supply chain challenges; the continuation of historical trends; the sufficiency of our cash balances for future liquidity and capital resource needs; the expected impact of changes in accounting policies on our results of operations, financial condition or cash flows; anticipated problems and our plans for future operations; and the economy in general or the future of the defense industry.

These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or anticipated. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, continued funding of defense programs and military spending, the timing of such funding, general economic and business conditions, including unforeseen weakness in the Company's markets, effects of continued geopolitical unrest and regional conflicts, competition, changes in technology and methods of marketing, delays in completing engineering and manufacturing programs, changes in customer order patterns, changes in product mix, continued success in technological advances and delivering technological innovations, changes in the U.S. Government's interpretation of federal procurement rules and regulations, changes in spending due to policy changes in any new federal presidential administration, market acceptance of the Company's products, shortages in components, production delays due to performance quality issues with outsourced components, inability to fully realize the expected benefits from acquisitions and restructurings or delays in realizing such benefits, challenges in integrating acquired businesses and achieving anticipated synergies, changes to export regulations, increases in tax rates, changes to generally accepted accounting principles, difficulties in retaining key employees and customers, unanticipated costs under fixed-price service and system integration engagements, changes in the market for microcap stocks regardless of growth and value and various other factors beyond our control.

You must carefully consider any such statement and should understand that many factors could cause actual results to differ from the Company's forward-looking statements. These factors include inaccurate assumptions and a broad variety of other risks and uncertainties, including some that are known and some that are not. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed and actual future results may vary materially. The Company does not assume the obligation to update any forward-looking statement. You should carefully evaluate such statements in light of factors described in the Company's filings with the SEC, especially on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. In various filings the Company has identified important factors that could cause actual results to differ from expected or historic results. You should understand that it is not possible to predict or identify all such factors. Consequently, you should not consider any such list to be a complete list of all potential risks or uncertainties.

Contact:

IR@optexsys.com
1-972-764-5718

SOURCE: Optex Systems Holdings, Inc.

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FAQ

What were Optex Systems (OPXS) Q3 2025 earnings results?

Optex Systems reported Q3 2025 revenue of $11.1 million (up 22.6%) and net income of $1.5 million (up 19.7%) compared to the prior year period.

What is Optex Systems (OPXS) current backlog as of August 2025?

Optex Systems' total backlog reached $45.0 million as of August 5, 2025, following new contract awards including a $10.2 million five-year contract for optical sighting systems.

How much cash does Optex Systems (OPXS) have in Q3 2025?

As of June 29, 2025, Optex Systems had $4.9 million in cash, no draws against its revolving credit line, and working capital of $19.4 million.

What new contracts did Optex Systems (OPXS) win in 2025?

After Q3 2025, Optex Systems won several new awards including a $2.8 million order for the XM30 program, a $10.2 million five-year contract for optical sighting systems, and a $1.6 million order for laser filters.

How much did Optex Systems (OPXS) revenue grow in the first nine months of 2025?

For the nine months ended June 29, 2025, Optex Systems' revenue grew 22.3% to $30.0 million, while net income increased 49.7% to $4.1 million compared to the prior year period.