SurgePays Announces Sequential Revenue Growth of Over 60% for Q3 and Affirms 2026 Revenue Guidance of $225 Million

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SurgePays (NASDAQ:SURG) estimates Q3 2025 sequential revenue growth >60% and reaffirms 2026 revenue guidance of $225 million. The company highlights a multi-vertical model: Lifeline subsidized service (125,000+ subscribers), LinkUp prepaid (75,000+ SIMs, 9,000+ store distribution potential), prepaid top-up POS (revenue grew from ~$1M to ~$5M/month), HERO MVNE services (3 integrated MVNOs) and ClearLine SaaS (pilot in 17 Market Basket locations).

Management says the platform generated over $240 million in revenue during ACP, prioritized inventory and margin improvements in Q3, and expects partner-driven ramp and continued scale into 2026. The company cautions results are preliminary and may change after quarter-close.

Positive

• Q3 sequential revenue increase of >60%
• 2026 revenue guidance affirmed at $225 million
• Lifeline subscriber base of 125,000+
• LinkUp recurring subscribers of 75,000+
• Prepaid top-up revenue growth from $1M to $5M/month
• $240 million revenue generated during ACP

Negative

• Management deliberately moderated sales in Aug–Sep, slowing near-term growth
• Portion of 2026 growth depends on master distributor and MVNO partner projections
• Preliminary financials; results may materially change after quarter close

Insights

Revenue Growth Strategist

Estimated Q3 sequential revenue >60% and affirmed 2026 guidance of $225 million signal rapid top-line scale but remain preliminary.

SurgePays reports a multi-vertical revenue model driven by five channels—Lifeline, LinkUp, prepaid top-up, HERO MVNE services, and ClearLine SaaS—that collectively produced an estimated sequential revenue increase of over 60% in Q3 2025. The company highlights recurring reimbursement (Lifeline), existing subscriber bases (125,000 Lifeline, 75,000 LinkUp), and recent monthly top-up growth (~from $1M to $5M) as the primary drivers behind the acceleration.

The growth story relies on integration and partner commitments: AT&T integration, master distributor projections, and MVNO ramp activity underpin the 2026 revenue target. Those dependencies create execution risk during integration and ramp phases; the release explicitly notes estimates are preliminary and subject to closing adjustments. Watch quarterly closings, verified subscriber metrics, and the onboarding cadence of announced MVNO clients over the next 3–6 months.

Operational Risk and Execution Analyst

Execution-focused plan reduces cash burn and targets profitability, but guidance depends on partner ramps and preliminary accounting.

Management states it moderated near-term sales to secure inventory and improve margins, aiming for profitability with minimal dilution while scaling distribution and systems built since 2022. The traction cited—distribution potential in 9,000+ stores, pilots in 17 locations, and three integrated MVNOs—supports operational leverage if integrations and retail rollouts proceed as described.

Key risks noted in the statement include reliance on master distributor forecasts and timing of MVNO partner integrations; the company admits final Q3 results may differ materially after closing procedures. Monitor the final Q3 financial close, confirmed revenue by channel, and integration milestones for HERO clients over the next 3-6 months to validate the affirmed 2026 $225 million target.

Focused execution across multiple revenue channels with Lifeline providing the quickest path to near-term profitability and ClearLine SaaS platform, fintech top-up, LinkUp, and MVNE services fueling 2026+ expansion

The Company estimates revenue for Q3 2025 to increase sequentially over 60%

BARTLETT, Tenn., Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SurgePays, Inc. (NASDAQ: SURG) ("SurgePays" or the "Company"), a wireless and point-of-sale technology company, today announces estimated sequential revenue growth of over 60% for the third quarter of 2025. The Company is also providing shareholders with an update outlining its growth strategy, multi-vertical revenue model, and long-term vision to scale its distribution platform.

"SurgePays is executing across a multi-channel growth platform – Lifeline (subsidized), LinkUp Mobile (prepaid), HERO (MVNE wholesale), prepaid top-up, and ClearLine SaaS point-of-sale. There are synergies between each of these revenue channels, not isolated initiatives, that together strengthen with every subscriber, transaction, and retailer added to the SurgePays ecosystem. We believe our strength lies in our ability to combine cutting-edge technology with a nationwide retail distribution network, bringing telecom and financial products directly to underserved communities where people live and shop. This powerful combination of technology and retail gives us a sustainable competitive advantage and positions us as a long-term leader in a large total addressable market that is very difficult to replicate," stated Brian Cox, Chairman and CEO of SurgePays.

Mr. Cox continued, "Our experienced team has been strategically investing and building since 2022 on integration with AT&T, operational infrastructure/technology, and talent. Today, the platform and development of distribution, technology, and new products are well established, supporting multiple high-margin revenue streams for years of sustained growth. This synergy generates recurring revenue, provides competitive advantages that are extremely difficult to replicate, and lays the foundation for significant year-over-year growth. During ACP, we successfully executed at scale, generating over $240 million in revenue, with significant cash flow, and demonstrated our ability to move quickly and execute effectively. We believe our opportunity now is significantly larger than the solo channel ACP run and is more scalable, sustainable, and de-risked. As previously outlined in quarterly updates, a portion of our projected growth is master distributors' projections and commitments from MVNO partners. These partners are committed and incentivized to achieve impactful active and ongoing LinkUp subscribers in 2026. While these agreements and ramp take time to fully integrate, they provide predictable additions to our recurring subscriber base—giving us strong visibility. While we believe Lifeline will certainly be the accelerator of growth in the short term, we have full confidence that our other revenue streams will scale quickly in 2026. Therefore, we remain confident in our 2026 revenue guidance of $225 million."

Update Across Each of SurgePays' Five Revenue Growth Drivers

1. Lifeline Wireless (Subsidized)

• Permanent federal program since 1985, with bipartisan support and state-level add-ons.
• Street team and online marketing and distribution model with over 125,000 subscribers so far.
• Online Model: Lower CAC, SIM-only enrollment; $9.25/month federal reimbursement.
• Street Team in higher subsidy states: Higher CAC, which includes commissions and a smartphone, but higher profitability per subscriber more closely resembles the ACP profitability model.
• Unlike temporary programs, it remains fully funded and unaffected by the current government shutdown, providing SurgePays with a stable, predictable recurring revenue base.

2. LinkUp Mobile (Prepaid)

• Affordable prepaid wireless (U.S., Mexico, Canada).
• Phone-in-a-Box: A grab-and-go kit for convenience stores; includes a smartphone, SIM, and 30-day service — a lead product for retail expansion.
• Over 75,000 recurring subscribers (SIMs) already active.
• Distribution potential through 9,000+ stores.
• We believe we are positioned to scale significantly in 2026 with recurring, unsubsidized revenue.

3.  Prepaid Wireless Top-Up (Fintech POS Platform)

• 3^rd party wireless "top-ups" transacted at the register in community stores on the SurgePays network
• Revenue grew from ~$1M to $5M/month in a little over one year.
• Point of Sale (POS) Platform processes wireless top-ups, debit reloads, and wireless activations.
• Creates daily recurring transactions and upsell opportunities for LinkUp and ClearLine.

4. HERO MVNE Services (B2B Enablement)

• "Wireless company in a box": airtime, SIM provisioning, billing, CRM, and support.
• Scales as partners grow — predictable wholesale revenue.
• Enabled by AT&T integration and the El Salvador operations center.
• 3 fully integrated MVNOs on the platform.
• Successful All Wireless and Prepaid Expo in August with the expectation to onboard and integrate new HERO clients over the next 3-6 months.

5. ClearLine (SaaS Marketing Platform)

• Customer Engagement Tools: Stand sign with QR/NFC links to retailer-branded landing pages with offers, coupons, and loyalty programs.
• Upsell SaaS Subscription: Unlocks campaign management, analytics, coupon targeting, and loyalty integrations.
• Pilot Program: Active in 17 Market Basket locations; expansion expected in 2026.
• Scalable Market: Hundreds of thousands of potential retailers beyond convenience stores — from tire shops, food trucks, restaurants, and salons.

Mr. Cox continued, "SurgePays is no longer building the foundation — the foundation is built. Now it's about execution, scale, and growth. Our immediate goal is to achieve profitability with minimal impact on the cap table and dilution. After consulting with stakeholders, consultants, and the board, management developed a strategic and methodical growth plan that would reduce the immediate cash needs and also lessen dependency on a single revenue channel. As we strive to transition from a micro-cap to a small-cap company, dilution and stock performance are always factored into our decisions, since we are shareholders too. In August and September, we deliberately moderated sales to secure additional inventory on more favorable terms and adapt to tariffs, refine operational efficiencies, and enhance systems, with the expectation of scaling up again in October. Almost a pulse growth model, allowing revenue paid in arrears to come in, while meticulously managing cash flow. While this deliberate decision slowed our growth during the third quarter compared to our original expectations, we still experienced over 60% sequential revenue growth. Our strategy is executing precisely according to plan, and nothing has changed — only the timing. I am confident that we will face unexpected challenges, but we have a highly skilled team that is well-equipped to navigate this industry. We are well-positioned to continue this strategy through the remainder of 2025, heading into 2026. We've proven we can move fast, and with our diversified platform and competitive moat, we are uniquely positioned to deliver sustainable long-term shareholder value."

Outlook:
SurgePays estimates its revenue for the third quarter of 2025 to increase sequentially by more than 60%. The Company affirms 2026 full year revenue guidance of $225 million.

This preliminary financial information is not a comprehensive statement of our financial results for this period, and our actual results may differ materially from these estimates due to the completion of our financial closing procedures, final adjustments, and other developments that may arise between now and the time the closing procedures for the fiscal quarter are completed.

About SurgePays, Inc.
SurgePays, Inc. is a wireless, fintech, and point-of-sale company focused on delivering mobile connectivity and financial services to underserved communities. As both a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) and mobile virtual network enabler (MVNE), SurgePays operates its own wireless brand while also providing back-end infrastructure, including provisioning and billing, to other wireless providers. The Company's proprietary point-of-sale platform is used nationwide in thousands of retail locations, enabling SIM activations, top-ups, and digital financial services. SurgePays is built to scale and uniquely positioned to grow across both retail and wholesale wireless channels. Visit www.SurgePays.com for more information.

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Although we believe the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements, such as regarding our nationwide rollout of Clearline, our ability to expand installations into other stores and the high margins on Clearline, these statements relate to future events or our future operational or financial performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Furthermore, actual results may differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements and will be affected by a variety of risks and factors that are beyond our control, including, without limitation, the assumption that the Company will be able to obtain high-margin recurring revenues, statements about our future financial performance, including our revenue, cash flows, costs of revenue and operating expenses; our anticipated growth; and our predictions about our industry and customer demand. These include, but are not limited to, our estimated quarterly revenue, our ability to scale our prepaid wireless business, further scale our Lifeline business, scale our fintech POS platform. maintain our MVNE partnerships, and achieve financial targets. The forward-looking statements contained in this release are also subject to other risks and uncertainties, including those more fully described in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. The forward-looking statements in this press release speak only as of the date on which the statements are made. We undertake no obligation to update, and expressly disclaim the obligation to update, any forward-looking statements made in this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release or to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law.

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FAQ

What does SurgePays' estimate of >60% sequential revenue growth for Q3 2025 mean for SURG shareholders?

It indicates a significant quarter-over-quarter sales increase in Q3 2025, driven by multiple channels, but figures are preliminary and subject to final close adjustments.

How does SurgePays justify its 2026 revenue guidance of $225 million for SURG?

The company cites multi-vertical expansion—Lifeline, LinkUp, prepaid top-up, HERO MVNE, and ClearLine SaaS—plus partner commitments and subscriber ramps as the basis for $225 million guidance.

How many subscribers and retail distribution points does SurgePays report for SURG products?

SurgePays reports over 125,000 Lifeline subscribers, over 75,000 LinkUp SIMs, and distribution potential through more than 9,000 stores.

What recent topline traction did SurgePays cite that impacts SURG revenue?

The company reported generating over $240 million during ACP and prepaid top-up revenue expanding from about $1M to $5M/month in just over a year.

Are SurgePays' Q3 2025 revenue figures final for SURG?

No; the company describes these results as preliminary and warns actual results may materially differ after financial closing procedures.