J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Files Interim Financial Report on Form 6-K

An $8.2 million loan conversion reduced debt while issuing Class A ordinary shares to the lender.

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J-Star Holding (Nasdaq: YMAT) filed unaudited interim financial results showing lower revenue and a return to positive total equity. For the six months ended June 30, 2026, operating revenue was $6.8 million, compared with $10.6 million a year earlier. Total equity rose from negative $6.8 million at December 31, 2025, to positive $2.8 million at June 30, 2026.

The company attributed the revenue decline largely to exiting legacy manufacturing business in China and shifting resources toward U.S. manufacturing for commercial and defense unmanned aerial systems. It converted an $8.2 million related-party loan into Class A ordinary shares, while CEO Jing-Bin Chiang irrevocably canceled shareholder debt. First-half expenses included $1.1 million in share-based compensation and $372,000 in professional services related to SEC and Nasdaq compliance. The results were filed with the SEC on Form 6-K.

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• Major pointTotal equity improved from negative $6.8 million at December 31, 2025, to positive $2.8 million at June 30, 2026.
• Major point$8.2 million related-party loan eliminated through conversion into Class A ordinary shares. 1.1× market cap
• Moderate pointCEO Jing-Bin Chiang irrevocably canceled shareholder debt, further reducing obligations.
• Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.U.S. manufacturing plans focus resources on commercial and defense unmanned aerial systems.

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• Major pointClass A ordinary shares issued in the $8.2 million loan conversion dilute existing holders. 1.1× market cap
• Moderate pointFirst-half 2026 operating revenue fell to $6.8 million from $10.6 million in the prior-year period.
• Moderate pointShare-based compensation totaled $1.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026. 14% of market cap
• Minor pointProfessional service expenses totaled $372,000 for first-half 2026, related to SEC and Nasdaq compliance.

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Key Figures

Operating revenue: $6.8 million vs. $10.6 million Total equity: $2.8 million vs. negative $6.8 million Related-party loan converted to equity: $8.2 million

Operating revenue

$6.8 million vs. $10.6 million

Six months ended June 30, 2026 vs. prior-year period

Total equity

$2.8 million vs. negative $6.8 million

June 30, 2026 vs. December 31, 2025

Related-party loan converted to equity

$8.2 million

Converted into Class A ordinary shares

Key Terms

form 6-k, debt to equity conversion, share-based compensation, unmanned aerial systems

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form 6-k regulatory

"filed its unaudited interim financial results ... on Form 6-K"

A Form 6-K is a report that companies listed in certain countries file to provide important updates, such as financial results, corporate changes, or other significant information, to regulators and investors. It functions like an official company update or news release, helping investors stay informed about developments that could affect their investment decisions.

debt to equity conversion financial

"executed on a debt to equity conversion"

A debt-to-equity conversion is a transaction in which a company's outstanding debt (loans, bonds, or other borrowings) is exchanged for shares of the company's equity, so the creditor becomes a shareholder and the company's liabilities are reduced. It changes the company's capital structure by lowering debt and interest obligations while increasing the number of shares outstanding, which can dilute existing shareholders and typically requires agreement from the creditor and compliance with corporate and securities rules.

share-based compensation financial

"recorded $1.1 million in share-based compensation"

Share-based compensation is when a company pays employees, executives or directors with its own stock or rights to buy stock instead of, or in addition to, cash. Think of it like receiving store gift cards instead of extra paycheck — it can motivate staff to boost the company’s value, but it also increases the number of shares outstanding and can shrink each existing owner’s slice of profits and voting power. Investors watch it because it affects reported earnings, share count and the alignment between management and shareholders.

unmanned aerial systems technical

"commercial and defense unmanned aerial systems"

Unmanned aerial systems are complete drone setups: the aircraft itself plus the remote control, sensors, communications links and support equipment that let it fly without a person on board. Think of it as a flying robot plus its command center and toolbox. Investors watch these systems because they open new commercial and defense markets, carry revenue and regulatory risks, and can change how goods, data and services are delivered.

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Company is Highlighting Strategic Focus on U.S. Opportunities, Balance Sheet Improvement, and Management Commitment

TAICHUNG, Taiwan and HOUSTON, Oct. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: YMAT) (“J-Star” or the “Company”), an innovator in advanced composite manufacturing, today announced it has filed its unaudited interim financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2026, on Form 6-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Backed by a robust operating heritage spanning over 50 years and guided by leadership with three decades of hands-on global industrial experience across the globe, J-Star has consistently navigated global industrial evolutions through an unyielding commitment to execution and core operations. Building upon this foundation of discipline, J-Star executed a deliberate and strategic pivot during the first half of 2026; whereby we proactively exited from high-risk outsourced production in China to focus our business on new opportunities in the United States.

Financial and Operational Highlights for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2026

For the six months ended June 30, 2026, the Company reported operating revenue of $6.8 million, compared to $10.6 million in the prior-year period, and an improvement in total equity from a negative $6.8 million at the close of December 2025 to a positive $2.8 million as of June 30, 2026, completely wiping out the prior year's deficit to leave the Company in a nearly debt-free position. The year-over-year revenue decline was largely an intentional and strategic decision designed to eliminate legacy original equipment manufacturing business in China and pivot resources toward U.S. manufacturing operations for commercial and defense unmanned aerial systems.

During this period, the Company made significant improvement to its balance sheet. J-Star executed on a debt to equity conversion by eliminating an $8.2 million related-party loan into Class A ordinary shares as well as the irrevocable cancellation of shareholder debt by the Chief Executive Officer, Jing-Bin Chiang. At the period ending June 30, 2026, the company has essentially eliminated most of its debt outstanding.

Total equity also rebounded from a negative $6.8 million at December 31, 2025 to a positive $2.8 million as of June 30, 2026. By completely eliminating prior year's deficit, J-Star is now in a position of strength as the Company navigates 2026.

For the six months ended June 30, 2026, the Company recorded $1.1 million in share-based compensation. This is crucial in attracting top-tier engineering talent as well as management’s commitment to align with its shareholders as the Company executes its strategic business plan in the U.S.

The Company also recorded professional service expenses of $372,000, reflecting expenses related to SEC and Nasdaq compliance. These strategic investments in talent alignment and U.S. regulatory readiness largely accounted for our operating expenses during this transitional period, underscoring management’s commitment to our long-term growth and corporate governance as we execute our strategic business plan in the United States.

Management Commentary & Expression of Gratitude

Mr. Jing-Bin Chiang, the Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer of J-Star, commented:

“The decline in revenue for the first half of 2026 was entirely an intentional and strategic decision. We decisively eliminated our risk exposure by exiting our outsourced production and legacy assets in China in order to focus on attractive opportunities in the U.S. through a series of strategic partnership and investments. While pivoting on our operations, we also executed a plan to strengthen the balance sheet by converting millions in loans to equity, providing a solid footing as we execute on that strategic plan.”

“I want to express my deepest appreciation to our entire team for their dedication and commitment to the Company,” continued Mr. Chiang. “With the improvement in our balance sheet, we are well positioned to move forward in our strategic plan and execution in advancing our U.S. drone manufacturing operations."

About J-Star Holding Co., Ltd.

J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. is a global manufacturer of carbon fiber and composite material products, with a legacy in high-performance cycling components and a growing portfolio of applications across healthcare, automotive, and other advanced materials markets. For more information, visit j-starholding.com.

Backed by a 50-year legacy of industrial excellence, J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: YMAT) develops and commercializes cutting-edge technology in carbon reinforcement and resin systems. Headquartered in Taichung, Taiwan, with IP technology developed to facilitate its expansion into United States, J-Star is dedicated to delivering high-performance composite solutions for next-generation mobility, sports, and defense applications.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the Company's capital markets strategy, its U.S. expansion plans, and its evaluation of opportunities in aerospace and defense-adjacent markets. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including those described in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 20-F and its registration statement on Form F-3, as amended. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

Contact

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FNK IR
646-809-2183
investor@j-starholding.com

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What were J-Star Holding's revenue and equity results for the first half of 2026?

J-Star reported $6.8 million in operating revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2026, versus $10.6 million a year earlier. Total equity improved to positive $2.8 million at June 30, 2026, from negative $6.8 million at December 31, 2025.

How did J-Star Holding reduce its debt in the first half of 2026?

J-Star converted an $8.2 million related-party loan into Class A ordinary shares, and CEO Jing-Bin Chiang irrevocably canceled shareholder debt. The conversion reduced the loan obligation by issuing equity rather than leaving it outstanding as debt.