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CPS Technologies (NASDAQ: CPSH) swings to Q1 2026 net loss as margins fall

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CPS Technologies reported weaker results for the fiscal first quarter ended March 28, 2026. Revenue was $7.0 million compared with $7.5 million a year earlier, mainly from order timing. Gross profit fell to $0.6 million, or 8.6% of revenue, versus $1.2 million and 16.4%.

The company posted a net loss of $(0.3) million, or $(0.02) per diluted share, versus net income of $0.1 million, or $0.01 per diluted share in the prior-year quarter. Management cited the effect of lower revenue on fixed costs and cost accounting tied to adding over $1.5 million to inventory ahead of a planned move to a larger manufacturing complex.

CPS highlighted new business, including the U.S. Navy’s decision to exercise a 6‑month, $100,000 Phase I SBIR option and a $4 million hermetic packaging order. Cash and cash equivalents were $5.7 million and marketable securities were $6.8 million, with stockholders’ equity of $24.4 million as of March 28, 2026.

Positive

  • None.

Negative

  • Revenue decline and margin compression: Quarterly revenue fell to $7.0 million from $7.5 million, while gross margin dropped from 16.4% to 8.6%, reflecting lower volume on fixed costs and inventory build-related cost accounting.
  • Shift from profit to loss: CPS moved from net income of $0.1 million, or $0.01 per diluted share, to a net loss of $(0.3) million, or $(0.02) per diluted share for the quarter.

Insights

CPS swung to a small quarterly loss as margins compressed, despite solid bookings.

CPS Technologies saw revenue slip to $7.0M from $7.5M, while gross margin dropped from 16.4% to 8.6%. Management links this mainly to lower volume on a fixed cost base and cost accounting effects from adding over $1.5M to inventory.

The quarter moved from a $0.1M profit to a net loss of $(0.3)M, or $(0.02) per diluted share. However, cash and marketable securities totaled over $12.5M and equity was $24.4M as of March 28, 2026, giving some balance sheet flexibility.

Commercial and defense demand signals were constructive, including a $4M hermetic packaging order and a $100,000 Navy Phase I SBIR option extension. Management also referenced a planned move to a larger facility and onboarding a new CFO, which may influence future cost structure and execution once more details are disclosed in subsequent filings.

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Revenue $7,028,748 Fiscal quarter ended March 28, 2026
Revenue prior-year quarter $7,505,921 Fiscal quarter ended March 29, 2025
Gross margin 8.6% of revenue Q1 2026 gross profit of $606,878 on $7,028,748 revenue
Net income (loss) $(294,179) Q1 2026 net loss
Earnings per diluted share $(0.02) Q1 2026 diluted EPS
Cash and cash equivalents $5,724,339 Balance sheet as of March 28, 2026
Inventories, net $7,143,727 Balance sheet as of March 28, 2026 after inventory build
Navy SBIR option $100,000 over 6 months Phase I SBIR effort for Amphibious Combat Vehicle weight reduction
gross profit financial
"Gross profit was 0.6 million, or 8.6 percent of revenue"
Gross profit is the amount a business keeps from sales after subtracting the direct costs to make or buy the products or services sold — like the money left from a lemonade stand after paying for lemons, sugar and cups. Investors watch gross profit to judge how well a company’s core operations and pricing cover those direct costs, revealing its basic profitability and whether margins are improving or shrinking over time.
Selling, general, and administrative expenses financial
"Selling, general, and administrative expenses were approximately 1.1 million"
Selling, general, and administrative expenses (SG&A) are the routine costs a business spends to run day-to-day operations outside of making its product — things like sales staff pay, office rent, marketing, and executive salaries. For investors, SG&A shows how much of revenue is eaten by overhead; like household bills that reduce how much income you can save, rising SG&A can squeeze profit even if sales are steady.
Phase I SBIR technical
"extend the Company’s Phase I SBIR effort to reduce the weight"
hermetic packaging technical
"evidenced by the 4 million hermetic packaging order"
Hermetic packaging is an airtight seal around a product or component that blocks moisture, air and other contaminants—think of it like a vacuum-sealed jar that preserves what’s inside. For investors, it matters because hermetic sealing protects sensitive electronics, medical devices and pharmaceuticals from failure or spoilage, affecting product reliability, regulatory approval, warranty costs and long-term market value.
comprehensive income financial
"Comprehensive income (loss) was (298,936) versus 81,762"
Comprehensive income is the total change in a company’s value in a reporting period that comes from everyday operations plus other gains or losses not shown on the regular profit-and-loss statement. Think of net income as the visible money earned this year and comprehensive income as that money plus hidden adjustments—such as currency swings, unrealized gains or losses on investments, and pension revaluations—that also affect shareholders’ stake and help investors see the fuller financial picture.
Revenue $7,028,748
Gross profit $606,878
Operating income (loss) $(522,634)
Net income (loss) $(294,179)
Diluted EPS $(0.02)
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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): May 4, 2026
 
CPS TECHNOLOGIES CORP.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)
Delaware 0-16088 04-2832509
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.)
                                                                         
                   
111 South Worcester Street, Norton, Massachusetts          02766
(Address of principal executive offices)          (Zip Code)
 
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code 508-222-0614
 
(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 (see General Instruction A.2. below):
 
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
 
Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par value CPSH Nasdaq Capital Market
 
 

 
Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition
 
On May 4, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing its financial results for the three months ended March 28, 2026. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99 and is incorporated herein in its entirety by reference.
 
The information in this Item 2.02, including Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 attached hereto, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (The “Exchange Act”) or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.
 
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements.
Except for historical information contained in the press release attached as an exhibit hereto, the press release contains forward-looking statements which involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these statements. Please refer to the cautionary note in the press release regarding these forward-looking statements.
 
Item 8.01 Other Events
 
Exhibit 99.2 is incorporated herein in its entirety by reference.
 
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
 
 
EXHIBIT 
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99.2 Financial results for the three months ended March 28, 2026
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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 thereunto duly authorized.
 
CPS Technologies Corp.
(Registrant)
Date: May 6, 2026
 
/s/ Charles K. Griffith, Jr.
Charles K. Griffith Jr.
Chief Financial Officer
 
 

Exhibit 99.1

 

 

 

FOR RELEASE: IMMEDIATE

 

 

CPS Technologies Announces First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

 

Company on Track for Revenue Growth in Quarters to Come

 

Norton, Massachusetts – May 4, 2026 – CPS Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ:CPSH) (“CPS” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended March 28, 2026.

 

First Quarter Summary

 

 

Revenue of $7.0 million, versus $7.5 million in the prior-year period, reflecting order timing; continued revenue growth is expected in future quarters.

 

 

Gross margin of 8.6 percent versus 16.4 percent in the first quarter of 2025.

 

 

Operating loss of $(0.5) million for the quarter compared to an operating profit of $0.1 million in the prior-year period.

 

 

The Company remains on track for its planned move to a larger, improved operating facility later in 2026, and detailed planning with the support of a general contractor is underway.

 

 

CPS, after quarter end, booked a $4 million order for hermetic packaging, with shipments beginning in Q2; in addition, the Navy SBIR office recently executed its option to extend the Company’s Phase I program related to Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACV).

 

 

The Company announced that a new Chief Financial Officer, Chris Fraser, joined the Company today, May 4th. He is expected to transition into the CFO role effective May 18th.

 

 

“Although the first quarter played out with lower revenue and gross margins,” said Brian Mackey, President and CEO, “we continue to book new business and remain committed to implementing the changes necessary to improve gross margins. Regarding our planned move to a larger, more advanced manufacturing complex, we are now finalizing our assessment of candidate facilities including the detailed functional requirements to support our manufacturing operations, which will enable us to share specifics about our transition plans soon. As part of our preparations, we have significantly increased our inventory levels to minimize the impact of our upcoming move on our customers and on our revenue. In addition, while margins were negatively impacted this quarter primarily due to the impact of lower revenue on fixed costs and cost accounting related to the inventory build, expected revenue growth and eventual inventory reduction should positively impact margins in the future.”

 

Recently, CPS was notified that Navy will exercise its 6-month, $100,000 option to extend the Company’s Phase I SBIR effort to reduce the weight of the Amphibious Combat Vehicle. Mackey continued, “The Navy’s funding decision provides continued affirmation of our technical success, and this funded research win is coupled nicely with the continued strength of our commercial bookings, as evidenced by the $4 million hermetic packaging order. With a new CFO now being onboarded and an expanding number of opportunities on the horizon, we remain well positioned to build a solid year of performance going forward.”

 

 

 

Results of Operations

CPS reported revenue of $7.0 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 versus $7.5 million in the prior-year period, primarily reflecting order timing. Gross profit was $0.6 million, or 8.6 percent of revenue, versus $1.2 million, or 16.4 percent of revenue, in the fiscal 2025 first quarter, with the year-over-year decrease due to several factors including the impact of lower revenue on fixed costs as well as cost accounting related to adding over $1.5 million to inventory.

 

Operating loss was $(0.5) million in the fiscal 2026 first quarter compared with an operating profit of $0.1 million in the prior-year period; SG&A expenses were roughly flat year-over-year, approximately $1.1 million in both fiscal 2026 and 2025. Reported net loss for the quarter was $(0.3) million, or $(0.02) per diluted share, versus a net profit of $0.1 million, or $0.01 per diluted share, in the quarter ended March 29, 2025.

 

Conference Call

The Company will be hosting its first quarter 2026 earnings call tomorrow, May 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern. Those interested in participating in the conference call should dial the following: 

Call in Number: 1-844-943-2942

Participant Passcode: 545169

 

The Company encourages those who wish to participate to call in 10 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure the operator can connect all participants.

 

About CPS

CPS is an advanced materials company that designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance material solutions to global customers in transportation, energy, automotive, electronics, telecommunications, aerospace, and defense. The company specializes in proprietary metal matrix composites (MMCs), combining metals and ceramics to deliver superior strength, thermal management, and reliability for demanding applications such as high-speed rail, HVDC systems, mass transit, electric vehicles, internet equipment, and electrical infrastructure. CPS also produces hermetic packaging for high-reliability power and communications modules, supporting avionics, GPS, microprocessors, and specialized integrated circuits. Additionally, its lightweight HybridTech Armor® provides high strength-to-weight protection. CPS focuses on innovation, quality, and diversified high-growth markets to drive sustained, profitable growth. The Company’s Vision is ”to pioneer the next generation of high-performance materials and solve the world’s toughest engineering challenges.”

 

 

Safe Harbor

Statements made in this document that are not historical facts or which apply prospectively, including those relating to 2026 financial results, are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements are identified by the use of terms and phrases such as "will," "intends," "believes," "expects," "plans," "anticipates" and similar expressions. Investors should not rely on forward-looking statements because they are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the company's expectation. Additional information concerning risk factors is contained from time to time in the company's SEC filings, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K and other periodic reports filed with the SEC. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date of this release. Subsequent events or circumstances occurring after such date may render these statements incomplete or out of date. The company expressly disclaims any obligation to update the information contained in this release.

 

 

CPS Technologies Corporation                                      
111 South Worcester Street
Norton, MA 02766

www.cpstechnologysolutions.com

 

Investor Relations:

Chris Witty

646-438-9385

cwitty@darrowir.com

 

 

 

 

CPS TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

Statements of Operations (Unaudited)

 
                 
                 
   

Fiscal Quarters Ended

 
   

March 28, 2026

   

March 29, 2025

 
                 

Product sales

  $ 7,028,748     $ 7,505,921  
                 

Cost of product sales

    6,421,870       6,274,920  
                 

Gross profit

    606,878       1,231,001  

Selling, general, and administrative expenses

    1,129,512       1,101,350  
                 

Operating income (loss)

    (522,634 )     129,651  

Other income, net

    146,205       50,476  
                 

Income (loss) before income taxes

    (376,429 )     180,127  

Income tax provision (benefit)

    (82,250 )     84,165  
                 

Net income (loss)

  $ (294,179 )   $ 95,962  

Other comprehensive income

               

Net unrealized gains (losses) on available for sale securities

    (4,757 )     2,037  

Reclassification adjustment for gains included in net income

    -       (16,237 )

Total other comprehensive income

    (4,757 )     (14,200 )

Comprehensive income (loss)

    (298,936 )     81,762  
                 

Net income (loss) per basic common share

  $ (0.02 )   $ 0.01  
                 

Weighted average number of basic common shares outstanding

    17,997,088       14,525,960  
                 

Net income (loss) per diluted common share

  $ (0.02 )   $ 0.01  
                 

Weighted average number of diluted common shares outstanding

    17,997,088       14,543,911  

 

 

 

 

CPS TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

Balance Sheets (Unaudited)

 

   

March 28,

2026

   

December 27,

2025

 

ASSETS

               
                 

Current assets:

               

Cash and cash equivalents

  $ 5,724,339     $ 4,466,198  

Marketable securities, at fair value

    6,797,952       8,769,363  

Accounts receivable-trade

    3,779,089       5,235,307  

Accounts receivable-other

    201,013       380,948  

Inventories, net

    7,143,727       5,598,407  

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

    331,411       299,829  

Total current assets

    23,977,531       24,750,052  

Property and equipment:

               

Production equipment

    10,528,733       10,647,170  

Furniture and office equipment

    910,310       910,310  

Leasehold improvements

    997,830       997,830  

Total cost

    12,436,913       12,555,310  

Accumulated depreciation and amortization

    (10,801,044 )     (10,877,927 )

Construction in progress

    828,107       459,671  

Net property and equipment

    2,463,976       2,137,054  

Net intangible assets

    20,794       21,778  

Right-of-use lease asset

    300,000       336,000  

Deferred taxes, net

    2,349,560       2,266,854  

Total Assets

  $ 29,111,861       29,511,738  
                 

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

               
                 

Current liabilities:

               

Accounts payable

    3,337,589       3,363,233  

Accrued expenses

    577,219       907,910  

Deferred revenue

    450,579       238,044  

Lease liability, current portion

    163,000       162,000  
                 

Total current liabilities

    4,528,387       4,671,187  
                 

Deferred revenue – long term

    31,277       31,277  

Long term lease liability

    137,000       174,000  
                 

Total liabilities

    4,696,664       4,876,464  

Commitments & Contingencies

               

Stockholders’ equity:

               

Common stock, $0.01 par value, authorized 20,000,000 shares; issued 18,151,767 and 18,132,767 shares; outstanding 18,006,963 and 17,988,634 shares at each March 28, 2026 and December 27, 2025

    181,510       181,320  

Preferred stock, no shares issued or outstanding

           

Additional paid-in capital

    50,377,081       50,295,019  

Accumulated other comprehensive income

    (4,618 )     139  

Accumulated deficit

    (25,764,070 )     (25,469,891 )

Less cost of 144,804 and 144,133 common shares repurchased at each March 28, 2026 and December 27, 2025

    (374,706 )     (371,313 )
                 

Total stockholders’ equity

    24,415,197       24,635,274  
                 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

  $ 29,111,861     $ 29,511,738  

 

 

Exhibit 99.2

 

 

CPS TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

Statements of Operations (Unaudited)

 
                 
                 
   

Fiscal Quarters Ended

 
   

March 28, 2026

   

March 29, 2025

 
                 

Product sales

  $ 7,028,748     $ 7,505,921  
                 

Cost of product sales

    6,421,870       6,274,920  
                 

Gross profit

    606,878       1,231,001  

Selling, general, and administrative expenses

    1,129,512       1,101,350  
                 

Operating income (loss)

    (522,634 )     129,651  

Other income, net

    146,205       50,476  
                 

Income (loss) before income taxes

    (376,429 )     180,127  

Income tax provision (benefit)

    (82,250 )     84,165  
                 

Net income (loss)

  $ (294,179 )   $ 95,962  

Other comprehensive income

               

Net unrealized gains (losses) on available for sale securities

    (4,757 )     2,037  

Reclassification adjustment for gains included in net income

    -       (16,237 )

Total other comprehensive income

    (4,757 )     (14,200 )

Comprehensive income (loss)

    (298,936 )     81,762  
                 

Net income (loss) per basic common share

  $ (0.02 )   $ 0.01  
                 

Weighted average number of basic common shares outstanding

    17,997,088       14,525,960  
                 

Net income (loss) per diluted common share

  $ (0.02 )   $ 0.01  
                 

Weighted average number of diluted common shares outstanding

    17,997,088       14,543,911  

 

 

 

 

CPS TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

Balance Sheets (Unaudited)

 

   

March 28,

2026

   

December 27,

2025

 

ASSETS

               
                 

Current assets:

               

Cash and cash equivalents

  $ 5,724,339     $ 4,466,198  

Marketable securities, at fair value

    6,797,952       8,769,363  

Accounts receivable-trade

    3,779,089       5,235,307  

Accounts receivable-other

    201,013       380,948  

Inventories, net

    7,143,727       5,598,407  

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

    331,411       299,829  

Total current assets

    23,977,531       24,750,052  

Property and equipment:

               

Production equipment

    10,528,733       10,647,170  

Furniture and office equipment

    910,310       910,310  

Leasehold improvements

    997,830       997,830  

Total cost

    12,436,913       12,555,310  

Accumulated depreciation and amortization

    (10,801,044 )     (10,877,927 )

Construction in progress

    828,107       459,671  

Net property and equipment

    2,463,976       2,137,054  

Net intangible assets

    20,794       21,778  

Right-of-use lease asset

    300,000       336,000  

Deferred taxes, net

    2,349,560       2,266,854  

Total Assets

  $ 29,111,861       29,511,738  
                 

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

               
                 

Current liabilities:

               

Accounts payable

    3,337,589       3,363,233  

Accrued expenses

    577,219       907,910  

Deferred revenue

    450,579       238,044  

Lease liability, current portion

    163,000       162,000  
                 

Total current liabilities

    4,528,387       4,671,187  
                 

Deferred revenue – long term

    31,277       31,277  

Long term lease liability

    137,000       174,000  
                 

Total liabilities

    4,696,664       4,876,464  

Commitments & Contingencies

               

Stockholders’ equity:

               

Common stock, $0.01 par value, authorized 20,000,000 shares; issued 18,151,767 and 18,132,767 shares; outstanding 18,006,963 and 17,988,634 shares at each March 28, 2026 and December 27, 2025

    181,510       181,320  

Preferred stock, no shares issued or outstanding

           

Additional paid-in capital

    50,377,081       50,295,019  

Accumulated other comprehensive income

    (4,618 )     139  

Accumulated deficit

    (25,764,070 )     (25,469,891 )

Less cost of 144,804 and 144,133 common shares repurchased at each March 28, 2026 and December 27, 2025

    (374,706 )     (371,313 )
                 

Total stockholders’ equity

    24,415,197       24,635,274  
                 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

  $ 29,111,861     $ 29,511,738  

 

 

FAQ

How did CPSH’s revenue perform in the first quarter of 2026?

CPS Technologies generated revenue of $7.0 million in the fiscal first quarter ended March 28, 2026, compared with $7.5 million in the prior-year quarter, with management attributing the decrease primarily to timing of customer orders.

Did CPSH report a profit or loss for the first quarter of 2026?

CPS Technologies reported a net loss of $(294,179), or $(0.02) per diluted share, for the quarter ended March 28, 2026, versus net income of $95,962, or $0.01 per diluted share, in the quarter ended March 29, 2025.

What happened to CPSH’s gross margin in the latest quarter?

Gross profit was $606,878, representing 8.6% of revenue in the first quarter of 2026, down from $1,231,001, or 16.4% of revenue, a year earlier. The decline reflects lower revenue on fixed costs and cost accounting impacts from inventory build.

What notable contracts or orders did CPSH highlight in its Q1 2026 results?

CPS Technologies noted that the U.S. Navy exercised a 6‑month, $100,000 Phase I SBIR option and referenced a $4 million hermetic packaging order, underscoring ongoing defense and commercial demand alongside its broader bookings activity.

What is CPSH’s balance sheet position as of March 28, 2026?

As of March 28, 2026, CPS Technologies reported $5.7 million in cash and cash equivalents, $6.8 million in marketable securities, total assets of $29.1 million, total liabilities of $4.7 million, and stockholders’ equity of $24.4 million.

How is CPSH preparing for its planned move to a larger facility?

Management stated it is finalizing assessment of candidate facilities and detailed functional requirements. CPS has also significantly increased inventory levels to reduce potential disruption to customers and revenue during the upcoming transition to a larger, more advanced manufacturing complex.

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