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Red Cat Holdings Announces Preliminary Revenue Results for the Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025

Red Cat Holdings (Nasdaq: RCAT) announced preliminary unaudited revenue for Q4 and full year 2025.

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Red Cat Holdings (Nasdaq: RCAT) announced preliminary unaudited revenue for Q4 and full year 2025. Q4 2025 revenue is expected to be $24.0M–$26.5M, ~1,842% higher than Q4 2024. Full year 2025 revenue is expected to be $38.0M–$41.0M, ~153% higher than full year 2024.

Management attributed the gains to robust demand from defense and government customers, expanding program wins, and increased production scale. The figures are preliminary and unaudited and may be adjusted after completion of annual audit and financial close procedures.

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Positive

  • Q4 revenue expected at $24.0M–$26.5M (≈+1,842% YoY)
  • FY 2025 revenue expected at $38.0M–$41.0M (≈+153% YoY)
  • Growth driven by defense and government demand and expanding program wins

Negative

  • Results are preliminary unaudited and may be adjusted after audit
  • Reported figures do not represent a comprehensive financial statement for FY2025
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News Market Reaction – RCAT

On Jan 13, the day this news came out, RCAT closed 9.38% above the previous close.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Jan 13 session.

Market Context

On Jan 13, the day this news came out, the stock closed 9.4% above the previous close. A strong posi...
Analysis

On Jan 13, the day this news came out, the stock closed 9.4% above the previous close. A strong positive reaction aligns with the substantial revenue acceleration signaled by preliminary Q4 2025 and full-year 2025 figures, both far above 2024 levels. Prior earnings updates produced an average move of 7.11%, so outsized volatility could also reflect positioning and the existing capital-raising capacity under the S-3 shelf. Investors have previously reacted inconsistently to good news, which could influence how durable such a move becomes.

Key Figures

Q4 2025 revenue (range): $24.0M–$26.5M Q4 2024 revenue: $1.3M Q4 YoY growth: 1,842% +4 more
Q4 2025 revenue (range)
$24.0M–$26.5M
Preliminary unaudited, quarter ended Dec 31, 2025
Q4 2024 revenue
$1.3M
Reported fourth quarter 2024 revenue
Q4 YoY growth
1,842%
Increase vs. Q4 2024 revenue
FY 2025 revenue (range)
$38.0M–$41.0M
Preliminary unaudited full year 2025
FY 2024 revenue
$15.6M
Reported full year 2024 revenue
Full-year growth
153%
Increase vs. full year 2024
Year-end
Dec 31, 2025
Fiscal period end for preliminary figures

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 23
5 events
  1. Dec 23

    Regulatory positioning

    24h Move
    -0.4%

    Company highlighted benefits from FCC implementation of NDAA Section 1709.

  2. Dec 16

    Cybersecurity assessment

    24h Move
    -1.5%

    Selected SpiderOak for Blue UAS cybersecurity assessment of Black Widow platform.

  3. Dec 16

    Investor conference

    24h Move
    -1.5%

    Announced CEO/CFO presentation and meetings at Needham Growth Conference.

  4. Dec 02

    Leadership changes

    24h Move
    -0.1%

    Promoted existing CFO to COO and appointed new CFO to support execution.

  5. Nov 11

    Veterans initiative

    24h Move
    -5.3%

    Announced veterans outreach fundraising exceeding $13,000 for charities.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

preliminary unaudited, operating leverage, unmanned systems
3 terms
preliminary unaudited financial
"today announced preliminary unaudited revenue results for its fourth quarter"
Preliminary unaudited means reported financial figures are an early, draft version that have not yet been checked and signed off by an independent auditor. Think of it like a first draft of a school report: it gives a useful snapshot of performance but may contain errors or adjustments before it becomes final. Investors care because numbers can change after review, so preliminary unaudited results carry more uncertainty when valuing a company or making trading decisions.
operating leverage financial
"supported by an increased pipeline, improving operating leverage, and our expanding"
Operating leverage measures how much a company's profits are affected by changes in sales volume. When a business has high operating leverage, small increases in sales can lead to much larger increases in profit, much like a lever amplifies force. It matters to investors because it indicates how sensitive a company's earnings are to fluctuations in sales, affecting risk and potential returns.
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unmanned systems technical
"expanding role as a trusted provider of next-generation unmanned systems."
Unmanned systems are machines that operate without a person on board, such as drones, robotic vehicles, or stationary automated platforms controlled remotely or operating autonomously. Investors care because these systems can open new markets, cut labor and operating costs, and face unique regulatory, safety and technology risks—think of them as robotic helpers that can boost productivity but whose value depends on rules, reliability and customer adoption.

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SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCAT) (“Red Cat” or the “Company”), a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense and national security, today announced preliminary unaudited revenue results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025.

  • Based on preliminary, unaudited financial data, fourth quarter 2025 revenue is expected to be between $24.0 million and $26.5 million, representing an approximate 1,842% increase compared to the $1.3 million reported in the fourth quarter of 2024.
  • Based on preliminary, unaudited financial data, full year 2025 revenue is expected to be between $38.0 million and $41.0 million, representing an approximate 153% increase compared to the $15.6 million reported for the full year 2024.

“These preliminary unaudited results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025 reflect strong execution across the business. This outperformance was driven by robust demand from defense and government customers, expanding program wins, and our ability to rapidly scale production to meet mission-critical requirements,” said Jeff Thompson, CEO of Red Cat. “As we look ahead into 2026, we see continued growth, supported by an increased pipeline, improving operating leverage, and our expanding role as a trusted provider of next-generation unmanned systems.”

The Company’s preliminary unaudited fourth quarter and full year 2025 revenue results are based on current expectations and may be adjusted as a result of, among other things, completion of annual audit procedures. This financial information does not represent a comprehensive statement of the Company’s financial results for the fourth quarter or full year 2025 and remains subject to the completion of financial closing procedures and internal reviews.

About Red Cat Holdings, Inc.

Red Cat (Nasdaq: RCAT) is a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense and national security. Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, Teal Drones and FlightWave Aerospace, Red Cat develops American-made hardware and software that support military, government, and public safety operations across air, land, and sea. Its Family of Systems, led by Black Widow™, delivers unmatched tactical capabilities in small, unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS). Expanding into the maritime domain through Blue Ops, Inc., Red Cat is also innovating in uncrewed surface vessels (USVs), delivering integrated platforms designed to enhance safety and multi-domain mission effectiveness. Learn more at www.redcat.red.

Safe Harbor Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" that are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties. The preliminary financial results, and all other statements, other than statements of historical fact, contained in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release may be identified by the use of words such as "anticipate," "believe," "contemplate," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "seek," "may," "might," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "target," "aim," "should," "will," "would," or the negative of these words or other similar expressions, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to the finalization of financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2025. As a result, the preliminary financial results contained in this press release may materially differ from the actual results that will be reflected in the consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year 2025 when they are completed and publicly disclosed. Forward-looking statements are based on Red Cat Holdings, Inc.’s current expectations and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Further, certain forward-looking statements are based on assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. These and other risks and uncertainties are described more fully in the section titled "Risk Factors" in the Company’s periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of this date, and Red Cat Holdings, Inc. undertakes no duty to update such information except as required under applicable law.

Investor Contact:

Ankit Hira
Solebury Strategic Communications for Red Cat Holdings, Inc.
E-mail: RCAT@soleburystrat.com

Media Contact:
Peter Moran
Phone: (347) 880-2895
Email: peter@indicatemedia.com


FAQ

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What revenue did Red Cat (RCAT) report for Q4 2025?

Red Cat expects Q4 2025 revenue of $24.0M–$26.5M, an approximate 1,842% increase versus Q4 2024.

What is Red Cat's full year 2025 revenue estimate and YoY change for RCAT?

Full year 2025 revenue is expected at $38.0M–$41.0M, about 153% higher than 2024.

Are Red Cat's Q4 and FY2025 revenue figures final for RCAT?

No — the figures are preliminary unaudited and remain subject to completion of annual audit and closing procedures.

What drove Red Cat's revenue increase in 2025 for RCAT?

Management cited robust defense and government demand, expanding program wins, and rapid production scale-up.

When was Red Cat's preliminary revenue update for RCAT released?

The preliminary revenue results were announced on January 13, 2026.

How should investors treat Red Cat's preliminary revenue figures (RCAT)?

Treat them as estimates pending audited results; they may change after financial close and audit.

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