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Clearfield FY2026 continuing-operations profit $2.1M

The company reports a $43.3 million backlog, has begun shipments against a $22 million data center order, and expects fiscal 2027 net sales of $195 million to $205 million.

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Clearfield, Inc. reported fiscal 2026 net sales from continuing operations of $151.9 million, compared with $150.1 million in fiscal 2025. Gross margin was 32.0%, versus 33.7%, and net income from continuing operations was $2.1 million, versus $6.3 million; diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were $0.16, versus $0.45.

Fourth-quarter sales were $39.3 million versus $41.1 million, and the company recorded a $73,000 net loss from continuing operations. Backlog was $43.3 million as of September 30, 2026, up from $24.7 million as of September 30, 2025. Clearfield began shipments against its previously announced $22 million data center order. Management expects fiscal 2027 net sales of $195 million to $205 million and net income per share of $0.25 to $0.46; first-quarter sales guidance is $48 million to $52 million, with net income (loss) per share of $(0.06) to $0.03. Management cited $157 million in cash and investments and no debt. CEO Cheri Beranek plans to retire effective March 31, 2027, or earlier upon appointment of her successor, and will continue as President and CEO Emeritus to support the transition.

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  • Moderate pointContinuing net income from continuing operations: $2.1 million in fiscal 2026, versus $6.3 million in fiscal 2025.
  • Moderate pointContinuing-operations cash flow: $12.621 million in fiscal 2026, versus $26.553 million in fiscal 2025.

Filing Explained

In fiscal Q4, Clearfield repurchased approximately 60,000 shares for $1.8 million; as of September 30, 2026, $13.2 million remained for future repurchases, a remaining amount rather than another completed buyback.

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Fiscal 2026 net sales from continuing operations $151.9 million Compared with $150.1 million in fiscal 2025.
Fiscal 2026 gross margin from continuing operations 32.0% Compared with 33.7% in fiscal 2025.
Fiscal 2026 net income from continuing operations $2.1 million Compared with $6.3 million in fiscal 2025.
Fiscal 2026 diluted earnings per share from continuing operations $0.16 Compared with $0.45 in fiscal 2025.
Order backlog $43.3 million As of September 30, 2026; compared with $24.7 million as of September 30, 2025.
Fiscal 2027 net sales guidance $195 million to $205 million Expected for fiscal 2027.
Fiscal 2027 net income per share guidance $0.25 to $0.46 per share Expected for fiscal 2027.
Net cash provided by operating activities from continuing operations $12.621 million Fiscal 2026; compared with $26.553 million in fiscal 2025.
order backlog financial
"order backlog (defined as purchase orders received but not yet fulfilled)"
Order backlog is the total value or number of customer orders a company has received but not yet fulfilled or delivered. It acts like a queue at a busy restaurant: a healthy backlog signals steady future sales and revenue visibility, while a growing backlog can also warn of production bottlenecks, delayed cash collection, or rising costs — all important when assessing a company’s near-term performance and operational risks.
continuing operations financial
"Net income from continuing operations for fiscal 2026 was $2.1 million"
Continuing operations are the parts of a company's business that it expects to keep running into the future, excluding divisions or activities it has sold, closed, or classified as discontinued. Investors watch continuing operations because they show the company’s core ability to generate revenue and profit over time — like evaluating the healthy, ongoing crops on a farm rather than one-off harvests from fields you've already sold.
free cash flow financial
"approximately $41 million in cumulative free cash flow"
Free cash flow is the amount of money a company has left over after paying all its expenses and investing in its business, like buying equipment or updating facilities. It shows how much cash is available to reward shareholders, pay down debt, or save for future growth. This helps investors understand if a company is financially healthy and able to grow.
BEAD Program regulatory
"Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program"
A bead program is a company’s organized effort to develop, manufacture and commercialize tiny, often spherical particles used in medical treatments or laboratory tests; these beads can carry drugs for targeted delivery, bind specific molecules for diagnostics, or serve other clinical functions. Think of them as tiny, purpose-built parcels or tools — their success can create recurring sales, premium pricing, regulatory milestones and market differentiation, but they also bring development, manufacturing and approval risks that matter to investors' valuation.
gross margin financial
"Gross margin from continuing operations decreased from 33.7% to 32.0%"
Gross margin is the difference between how much money a company makes from selling its products and how much it costs to produce them, expressed as a percentage of sales. It shows how efficiently a company is turning sales into profit before other expenses like marketing or salaries. Higher gross margin means the company keeps more money from each sale, which is a good sign of financial health.
Fiscal 2026 net sales from continuing operations $151.9 million Compared with $150.1 million in fiscal 2025.
Fiscal 2026 gross margin from continuing operations 32.0% Compared with 33.7% in fiscal 2025.
Fiscal 2026 net income from continuing operations $2.1 million Compared with $6.3 million in fiscal 2025.
Fiscal 2026 diluted earnings per share from continuing operations $0.16 Compared with $0.45 in fiscal 2025.
Fiscal fourth-quarter net sales from continuing operations $39.3 million Compared with $41.1 million in fiscal 2025's fourth quarter.
Fiscal fourth-quarter net loss from continuing operations ($73,000) Compared with $1.8 million net income in fiscal 2025's fourth quarter.
Guidance

For fiscal 2027, expected net sales are $195 million to $205 million and net income per share is $0.25 to $0.46. For the first quarter of fiscal 2027, expected net sales are $48 million to $52 million and net income (loss) per share is $(0.06) to $0.03.

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What were Clearfield (CLFD)'s fiscal 2026 sales and earnings?

Net sales from continuing operations were $151.9 million, compared with $150.1 million in fiscal 2025. Net income from continuing operations was $2.1 million, versus $6.3 million, and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were $0.16, versus $0.45.

What is Clearfield (CLFD)'s fiscal 2027 revenue guidance?

Clearfield expects fiscal 2027 net sales of $195 million to $205 million and net income per share of $0.25 to $0.46. Management cited an anticipated gradual recovery in broadband demand and an expected ramp-up of the data center business.

What is Clearfield (CLFD)'s first-quarter fiscal 2027 outlook?

The company expects first-quarter net sales of $48 million to $52 million and net income (loss) per share of $(0.06) to $0.03. Operating expenses as a percentage of net sales are expected to remain consistent with fiscal 2026's fourth quarter.

How much did Clearfield (CLFD) repurchase in fiscal 2026's fourth quarter?

Clearfield repurchased approximately 60,000 shares for $1.8 million during the three-month period ended September 30, 2026. Approximately $13.2 million remained for future repurchases as of September 30, 2026.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

_________________

FORM 8-K

_________________

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported):  November 10, 2026

_______________________________

CLEARFIELD, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

_______________________________

Minnesota000-1610641-1347235
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

7050 Winnetka Avenue North, Suite 100

Brooklyn Park, Minnesota 55428

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

(763) 476-6866

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

_______________________________

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
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☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par valueCLFDThe Nasdaq Stock Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

 
 
Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

 

On November 10, 2026, Clearfield, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing the results of its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 30, 2026. A copy of that press release is furnished hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is hereby incorporated by reference.

 

The information in this Item 2.02, including Exhibit 99.1, is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference into any Company filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

 

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

(d)       Exhibits.

 

The following exhibits are being furnished herewith:

 

99.1   Press release of Clearfield, Inc. dated November 10, 2026

 

104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (included within the Inline XBRL document).

 

 
 

 

SIGNATURE

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

 CLEARFIELD, INC.
   
  
Date: November 10, 2026By: /s/ Cheryl Beranek        
  Cheryl Beranek
  President and Chief Executive Officer
  

 

EXHIBIT 99.1

Clearfield Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year Fiscal 2026 Results

  • Fiscal 2026 net sales from continuing operations of $151.9 million; Gross margin of 32.0%; Net income from continuing operations per diluted share of $0.16
  • Sales order backlog increased 75% to $43.3 million as of the end of fiscal 2026, compared to $24.7 million as of the end of the prior fiscal year 
  • Began shipments against the previously announced $22 million data center order, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of our data center business
  • Expects full year fiscal 2027 revenue of $195 million to $205 million, representing just over 30% growth from fiscal year 2026 revenue at the midpoint of guidance

MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLFD), a leader in fiber connectivity solutions for telecom, data center, and network infrastructure environments, reported results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full year 2026. Additional commentary is provided in a letter to shareholders available in the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website.

Fiscal Q4 2026 Financial Summary
(in millions, except per share data and percentages) Q4 2026 vs. Q4 2025 Change ($) Change (%)
Net Sales from Continuing Operations $39.3  $41.1  $(1.7) -4%
         
Gross Profit ($) from Continuing Operations $12.1  $14.2  $(2.2) -15%
Gross Profit (%) from Continuing Operations  30.7%  34.6%  -4.0% -11%
         
(Loss) Income from Operations from Continuing Operations $(1.0) $1.0  $(2.0) -210%
Income Tax Expense from Continuing Operations $0.5  $0.8  $(0.3) -40%
         
Net (Loss) Income from Continuing Operations $(0.1) $1.8  $(1.9) -104%
Net Income (Loss) per Diluted Share from Continuing Operations $0.00  $0.13  $(0.13) -100%
         
Net Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, net of tax $0.00  $(0.5) $0.5  100%
Income (Loss) from Impairment of Discontinued Operations, net of tax $0.00  $(10.4) $10.4  100%
Net Income (Loss) per Diluted Share from Discontinued Operations $0.00  $(0.78) $0.78  100%
         
Consolidated Net Income (Loss) Per Diluted Share $0.00  $(0.65) $0.65  100%


Fiscal Q4 YTD 2026 Financial Summary
(in millions, except per share data and percentages) YTD Q4 2026 vs. YTD Q4 2025 Change ($) Change (%)
Net Sales from Continuing Operations $151.9  $150.1  $1.8  1%
         
Gross Profit ($) from Continuing Operations $48.6  $50.5  $(2.0) -4%
Gross Profit (%) from Continuing Operations  32.0%  33.7%  -1.7% -5%
         
(Loss) Income from Operations from Continuing Operations $(2.4) $2.1  $(4.5) -212%
Income Tax Expense from Continuing Operations $1.2  $2.4  $(1.1) -48%
         
Net Income from Continuing Operations $2.1  $6.3  $(4.2) -66%
Net Income per Diluted Share from Continuing Operations $0.16  $0.45  $(0.29) -64%
         
Net Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of tax $(0.3) $(3.9) $3.6  91%
Income (Loss) from Impairment of Discontinued Operations, net of tax $0.00  $(10.4) $10.4  100%
Net Loss per Diluted Share from Discontinued Operations $(0.02) $(1.03) $1.01  98%
         
Consolidated Net Income (Loss) per Diluted Share $0.14  $(0.58) $0.72  124%


Management Commentary

“Fiscal 2026 represented a pivotal transition year for Clearfield.  We continued serving our established broadband customers while expanding our fiber management expertise to the rapidly growing AI infrastructure market.  This last quarter, we have seen a positive sign in the Broadband market as Clearfield announced shipments to one of the first BEAD funded deployments here in Minnesota as well as the beginning of shipments to our first significant data center customer site.  We believe this demonstrates the work that has been accomplished to date and the significant growth we see in front of us,” said Cheri Beranek, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Since co-founding Clearfield in 2008, it has been a privilege to help build the Company alongside our dedicated team. As previously announced, I plan to retire effective March 31, 2027, or earlier upon the appointment of my successor. I will continue as President and CEO Emeritus to support the transition. I am proud of what we have accomplished and confident in Clearfield’s next phase of growth under new leadership.”

“Over the past three fiscal years, we have strengthened our financial position through disciplined balance sheet management, including strong cash generation and thoughtful capital allocation. During that period, we generated approximately $41 million in cumulative free cash flow and returned $65 million to shareholders through share repurchases. With $157 million in cash and investments and no debt, we have the flexibility to invest in our business and expand our addressable markets,” said Dan Herzog, Chief Financial Officer. "We are excited about the growth opportunities ahead in fiscal 2027, with revenue expected to be in the range of $195 million to $205 million, supported by an anticipated gradual recovery in broadband demand and the expected ramp-up of our data center business.”

Financial Results for the Three Months Ended September 30, 2026
Net sales from continuing operations for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 were $39.3 million, compared to $41.1 million in the prior year quarter.

As of September 30, 2026, order backlog (defined as purchase orders received but not yet fulfilled) was $43.3 million, an increase of $22.3 million, or 106%, compared to $21.0 million as of June 30, 2026, and an increase of $18.6 million, or 75%, from September 30, 2025.

Gross profit margin from continuing operations in the fourth quarter was 30.7%, compared with 34.6% in the prior year quarter and 31.8% in the third quarter.

Operating expenses from continuing operations for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 decreased to $13.1 million, or 33.3% of net sales, from $13.3 million, or 32.3% of net sales, in the same year-ago quarter.

Net loss from continuing operations for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 totaled $73,000, or $0.00 per diluted share, compared to net income of $1.8 million, or $0.13 per diluted share, in the same year-ago quarter. The Company repurchased approximately 60,000 shares for $1.8 million during the 3-month period ended September 30, 2026. There is approximately $13.2 million remaining for future repurchases as of September 30, 2026. 

Financial Results for the Year Ended September 30, 2026
Net sales from continuing operations were $151.9 million, compared to $150.1 million in fiscal year 2025. Performance for the quarter and full year reflected growth in the Large Regional segment, partly offset by softness in the MSO market.

Gross margin from continuing operations decreased from 33.7% in fiscal year 2025 to 32.0%. Gross profit margin for the fourth quarter and full year of fiscal 2026 was affected by higher product costs absorbed compared to prior periods, particularly in the latter part of the fiscal year.

Operating expenses from continuing operations for fiscal 2026 were $50.9 million, up 5% from $48.4 million in fiscal year 2025. As a percentage of net sales, operating expenses increased to 33.5%, from 32.3% in fiscal 2025.

Net income from continuing operations for fiscal 2026 was $2.1 million, down from $6.3 million in fiscal 2025. Earnings per diluted share from continuing operations decreased to $0.16 in fiscal 2026 from $0.45 per diluted share in fiscal 2025.

Outlook
For fiscal 2027, we expect net sales to be in the range of $195 million to $205 million, and net income per share to a range of $0.25 to $0.46. For the first quarter of fiscal 2027, we expect net sales in the range of $48 million to $52 million, operating expenses as a percentage of net sales to remain consistent with the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, and net income (loss) per share in the range of $(0.06) to $0.03. 

The net income (loss) per share ranges are based on the number of shares outstanding at the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 and do not reflect the impact of any potential additional share repurchases completed in fiscal 2027. Our guidance also reflects our current expectations regarding the current data center environment and potential supply chain constraints of optical fiber, cable and connectors mentioned in our previous letters to shareholders, as well as our current understanding of the impact of the evolving tariff situation, both which could contribute to uncertainty in our business and in the macroeconomic environment.

Conference Call
Management will hold a conference call today, November 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time (4:00 p.m. Central Time) to discuss these results and provide an update on business conditions.

Clearfield’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Cheri Beranek, and Chief Financial Officer, Dan Herzog, will host the presentation, followed by a question-and-answer period.

U.S. dial-in: 1-844-501-2063
International dial-in: 1-412-365-5136
Conference ID: 10212806

The live webcast of the call can be accessed at the Clearfield Investor Relations website along with the company's earnings press release and presentation.

A replay of the call will be available after 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the same day through November 24, 2026, while an archived version of the webcast will be available on the Investor Relations website for 90 days.

U.S. replay dial-in: 1-844-512-2921
International replay dial-in: 1-412-317-6671
Replay ID: 10212806

About Clearfield, Inc.
Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLFD) designs, manufactures, and distributes fiber optic management, protection, and delivery solutions that enable high-performance connectivity across a wide range of markets, helping to close the digital divide. Clearfield’s labor lite, craft-friendly platform is leveraged by community broadband providers, MSOs, incumbent service providers, ISPs, data centers, wireless providers, IoT networks, the military, municipalities, and cooperatives to connect homes, businesses and critical infrastructure faster and more efficiently. Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, Clearfield deploys more than a million fiber ports each year. For more information, visit www.SeeClearfield.com.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

Forward-looking statements contained herein and in any related presentation or in the related Earnings Presentation are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as “may,” “plan,” “expect,” “aim,” “believe,” “project,” “target,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “outlook,” or “continue” or comparable terminology are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such forward looking statements include, for example, statements about the Company’s future revenue and operating performance, the development and marketing of new products, the impact of recent trade policy changes, including new and increased tariffs, retaliatory tariffs, trade disputes, and market and economic reactions to such changes, expected customer ordering patterns and future supply agreements with customers, expectations regarding the impact on our business of M&A activity among our customers, anticipated shipping on backlog and future lead times, future availability of components and materials from the Company’s supply chain, compliance with Build America Buy America (BABA) Act requirements, the impact of the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) or other government programs on the demand for the Company’s products or timing of customer orders, the Company’s ability to match capacity to meet demand, expansion into new markets and trends in and growth of the FTTx markets, market segments or customer purchases, and other statements that are not historical facts. These statements are based upon the Company's current expectations and judgments about future developments in the Company's business. Certain important factors could have a material impact on the Company's performance, including, without limitation: we depend on the availability of sufficient supply of certain materials and global disruptions in the supply chain for these materials could prevent us from meeting customer demand for our products; we rely on single-source suppliers, which could cause delays, increase costs or prevent us from completing customer orders; changes in trade policy in the U.S. and other countries may adversely affect our business and results of operations; inflationary price pressures and uncertain availability of components, raw materials, labor and logistics used by us and our suppliers could negatively impact our profitability; a significant percentage of our sales in the last three fiscal years have been made to a small number of customers, and the loss of these major customers could adversely affect us; further consolidation among our customers may result in the loss of some customers and may reduce sales during the pendency of business combinations and related integration activities; our business is dependent on interdependent management information systems; we may be subject to risks associated with acquisitions, and the risks could adversely affect future operating results; adverse global economic conditions and geopolitical issues could have a negative effect on our business, and results of operations and financial condition; product defects or the failure of our products to meet specifications could cause us to lose customers and sales or to incur unexpected expenses; we are dependent on key personnel; cyber-security incidents, including ransomware, data breaches or computer viruses, could disrupt our business operations, damage our reputation, result in increased expense, and potentially lead to legal proceedings; natural disasters, extreme weather conditions or other catastrophic events could negatively affect our business, financial condition, and operating results; to compete effectively, we must continually improve existing products and introduce new products that achieve market acceptance; our business is dependent upon capital spending by broadband service providers, and any delay, reduction or cancellation in capital spending by broadband service providers could adversely affect our business; if the telecommunications market does not continue to expand, our business may not grow as fast as we expect, which could adversely impact our business, financial condition and operating results; changes in U.S. government funding programs may cause our customers and prospective customers to delay, reduce, or accelerate purchases, leading to unpredictable and irregular purchase cycles; intense competition in our industry may result in price reductions, lower gross profits and loss of market share; our success depends upon adequate protection of our patent and intellectual property rights; we face risks associated with expanding our sales outside of the United States; our operating results may fluctuate significantly from quarter to quarter, which may make budgeting for expenses difficult and may negatively affect the market price of our common stock; our stock price has been volatile historically and may continue to be volatile - the price of our common stock may fluctuate significantly; anti-takeover provisions in our organizational documents, Minnesota law and other agreements could prevent or delay a change in control of our Company; and other factors set forth in Part I, Item IA. Risk Factors of Clearfield's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2025 as well as other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements to reflect actual events unless required by law.

Investor Relations Contact:
Greg McNiff
The Blueshirt Group
773-485-7191
clearfield@blueshirtgroup.com

CLEARFIELD, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS
(UNAUDITED)
(IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT SHARE AND PER SHARE DATA)
 
  Three Months Ended Year Ended
  September 30, September 30, September 30, September 30,
   2026   2025   2026   2025 
         
Net sales $39,343  $41,060  $151,939  $150,134 
         
Cost of sales  27,278   26,835   103,381   99,597 
         
Gross profit  12,065   14,225   48,558   50,537 
         
Operating expenses        
Selling, general and administrative  13,114   13,271   50,929   48,419 
(Loss) income from continuing operations  (1,049)  954   (2,371)  2,118 
         
Net investment income  1,452   1,629   5,726   6,549 
         
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes  403   2,583   3,355   8,667 
         
Income tax expense (benefit)  476   794   1,233   2,357 
Income (loss) from continuing operations, net of tax  (73)  1,789   2,122   6,310 
         
Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax  -   (453)  (337)  (3,947)
Loss from impairment of discontinued operations, net of tax  -   (10,413)  -   (10,413)
         
Net income (loss) $(73) $(9,077) $1,785  $(8,050)
         
Income (loss) per share        
Basic        
Continuing operations $0.00  $0.13  $0.16  $0.45 
Discontinued operations  -   (0.78)  (0.02)  (1.03)
Basic income (loss) per share $0.00  $(0.65) $0.14  $(0.58)
         
Diluted        
Continuing operations $0.00  $0.13  $0.16  $0.45 
Discontinued operations  -   (0.78)  (0.02)  (1.03)
Diluted income (loss) per share $0.00  $(0.65) $0.14  $(0.58)
         
Weighted average shares outstanding:        
Basic  13,572,702   13,816,449   13,676,450   13,989,489 
Diluted  13,572,702   13,816,449   13,676,450   13,989,489 


CLEARFIELD, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(UNAUDITED)
(IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT SHARE AND PER SHARE DATA)
 
  September 30, 2026 September 30, 2025
Assets     
Current assets     
Cash and cash equivalents $29,295  $21,493 
Short-term investments  79,048   84,484 
Accounts receivables, net  20,435   17,991 
Inventories, net  37,930   42,031 
Prepaid and other current assets  11,017   11,152 
Current assets held for sale  -   21,337 
Total current assets  177,725   198,488 
Property, plant and equipment, net  8,925   9,682 
Long-term investments  49,087   59,822 
Goodwill  4,709   4,709 
Intangible assets, net  7,506   9,353 
Right-of-use lease assets  9,283   8,420 
Deferred tax asset  9,624   10,263 
Other non-current assets  445   608 
Non-current assets held for sale  -   4,828 
Total assets $267,304  $306,173 
      
Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity     
Current liabilities     
Current portion of lease liability $2,816  $2,823 
Accounts payable  6,924   7,028 
Accrued compensation  4,823   6,598 
Accrued expenses  1,241   2,197 
Current liabilities held for sale  -   17,957 
Total current liabilities  15,804   36,603 
Other liabilities     
Long-term portion of lease liability  6,783   5,934 
Non-current liabilities held for sale  -   7,473 
Total liabilities  22,587   50,010 
      
Shareholders’ equity     
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value; 500,000 shares; no shares     
issued or outstanding  -   - 
Common stock, authorized 50,000,000, $0.01 par value;     
13,537,530 and 13,839,675 shares issued and outstanding     
as of September 30, 2026 and September 30, 2025, respectively  135   138 
Additional paid-in capital  136,588   147,382 
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income  (703)  1,731 
Retained earnings  108,697   106,912 
Total shareholders’ equity  244,717   256,163 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity $267,304  $306,173 


CLEARFIELD, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(UNAUDITED)
(IN THOUSANDS)
 
  Year Ended
  September 30, September 30,
   2026   2025 
Cash flows from operating activities (continuing)    
Net income (loss) $1,785  $(8,050)
Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax  337   3,947 
Loss from impairment of discontinued operations, net of tax  -   10,413 
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:    
Depreciation and amortization  6,288   6,121 
(Gain) loss on sale of assets  -   (284)
Amortization of premium and discount on investments, net  (311)  (1,777)
Deferred taxes  842   (4,244)
Stock-based compensation  4,649   4,597 
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:    
Accounts receivable  (2,444)  (3,548)
Inventories, net  4,101   13,643 
Other assets  211   173 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses  (2,837)  5,562 
Net cash provided by operating activities (continuing)  12,621   26,553 
     
Cash flows from investing activities (continuing)    
Purchases of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets  (3,597)  (4,743)
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment  -   903 
Purchases of investments  (85,640)  (119,074)
Proceeds from maturities of investments  101,158   115,866 
Cash paid on disposal of business  (1,012)  - 
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (continuing)  10,909   (7,048)
     
Cash flows from financing activities (continuing)    
Proceeds from issuance of common stock under employee stock purchase plan  513   595 
Repurchase of shares for payment of withholding taxes for vested restricted stock grants  (1,019)  (494)
Withholding related to exercise of stock options  (142)  (689)
Issuance of stock under equity compensation plans  -   - 
Repurchase of common stock  (15,293)  (16,653)
Net cash used in financing activities (continuing)  (15,941)  (17,241)
     
Cash flows from discontinued operations    
Net cash provided by operating activities  1,380   2,897 
Net cash used in investing activities  -   (1,796)
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities  (1,196)  3,000 
Net cash provided by (used in) discontinued operations  184   4,101 
     
Effect of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents  (13)  (97)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents  7,760   6,268 
Change in cash held for sale  42   1,077 
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period  21,493   14,148 
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period $29,295  $21,493 
Supplemental disclosures for cash flow information    
Cash (refunded) paid for income taxes, net $(1,463) $1,670 
Right of use assets obtained through lease liabilities $3,553  $- 
Non-cash financing activities    
Cashless exercise of stock options $2,666  $2,533 

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