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FutureFuel (NYSE: FF) posts 82% Q1 2026 revenue surge amid continued losses

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FutureFuel Corp. reported sharply higher sales but continued losses for the first quarter of 2026. Revenue rose to $32.0 million, up 82.2% from $17.5 million a year earlier, driven by 61.6% higher volumes and a 20.6% increase in average prices across both Chemicals and Biofuels.

The company posted a net loss of $20.6 million compared with a $18.1 million loss last year, as Winter Storm Fern disruptions and a $9.1 million realized derivatives loss contributed to a gross loss of $15.9 million. Adjusted EBITDA improved to a loss of $13.8 million from a loss of $16.1 million. Chemicals revenue more than doubled to $19.6 million and Biofuels revenue grew 50.7% to $12.3 million. Cash and equivalents fell to $22.4 million from $51.3 million at year-end, with operating cash outflow of $20.0 million and capital spending of $7.1 million. Management expects favorable regulatory changes and customer-funded investments to support positive full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA, excluding certain non-cash derivative impacts.

Positive

  • Strong top-line growth and margin improvement: Q1 2026 revenue rose 82.2% to $32.0 million, with total volumes up 61.6% and Adjusted EBITDA loss narrowing to $13.8 million from $16.1 million, indicating improving underlying operations despite storm and derivative headwinds.

Negative

  • Ongoing losses and heavy cash outflow: The company reported a Q1 2026 net loss of $20.6 million and used $20.0 million in operating cash, reducing cash to $22.4 million from $51.3 million at year-end, while still facing elevated feedstock costs and storm-related expenses.

Insights

Revenue surged with regulatory tailwinds, but losses and cash burn remain significant.

FutureFuel delivered Q1 $32.0M revenue, up 82.2% year over year, as both chemicals and biofuels volumes rose. Adjusted EBITDA improved to a loss of $13.8M from $16.1M, showing better underlying performance despite severe weather and derivatives impacts.

Winter Storm Fern and a realized derivatives loss of $9.1M drove a gross loss and a net loss of $(20.6)M. Cash declined to $22.4M from $51.3M at December 31, 2025, with operating cash outflow of $20.0M and capex of $7.1M, so liquidity usage is notable even with an undrawn $35M revolver.

On the positive side, chemicals revenue more than doubled and biofuels gallons sold rose 18.8%, while U.S. EPA “Set 2” mandates and Section 45Z guidance are expected to support demand and economics through 2029. Management targets positive full-year Adjusted EBITDA in 2026 (excluding non-cash derivative timing), but execution will depend on sustaining demand, managing feedstock costs, and realizing customer-funded capacity expansions at the Batesville facility.

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, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Q1 2026 Revenue $32.0 million Up 82.2% from $17.5 million in Q1 2025
Q1 2026 Net loss $(20.6) million Versus $(18.1) million in Q1 2025
Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA $(13.8) million Improved from $(16.1) million in Q1 2025
Biofuels gallons growth 18.8% Increase in total gallons sold versus prior-year quarter
Cash and equivalents $22.4 million As of March 31, 2026; down from $51.3 million at Dec. 31, 2025
Operating cash flow Q1 2026 $(20.0) million Net cash used in operating activities in Q1 2026
Capital expenditures Q1 2026 $7.1 million Versus $4.0 million in Q1 2025, mainly for capacity expansion
Unfavorable derivative impact $11.6 million Net loss from change in fair value of derivative instruments in Q1 2026
Adjusted EBITDA financial
"Adjusted EBITDA was ($13.8) million during the first quarter of 2026 versus ($16.1) million during the first quarter of 2025."
Adjusted EBITDA is a way companies measure how much money they make from their core operations, like running a business, by removing certain costs or income that aren’t part of regular business activities. It helps investors see how well a company is doing without distractions from unusual expenses or gains, making it easier to compare companies or track performance over time.
Clean Fuel Production Credit regulatory
"the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued proposed regulations under Section 45Z of the Clean Fuel Production Credit"
A clean fuel production credit is a government tax incentive that gives producers a payment or tax offset for making fuels that release less greenhouse gas than conventional alternatives. Think of it like a rebate or bonus that lowers the effective cost of producing greener fuels; investors watch it because the credit can materially boost a producer’s revenue, improve project returns, and influence decisions about new facilities or equipment.
Renewable Fuel Standard ‘Set 2’ rule regulatory
"the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized the Renewable Fuel Standard ‘Set 2’ rule establishing new biodiesel and renewable diesel mandates"
renewable identification number (RIN) equivalency factor regulatory
"The rule reduced the renewable identification number (RIN) equivalency factor for renewable diesel from 1.7 to 1.6"
biomass diesel financial
"The EPA estimates the mandate will require roughly 5.3 to 5.4 billion physical gallons of biomass diesel in 2026"
Biomass diesel is a form of diesel fuel made from organic materials such as plant oils, animal fats or agricultural waste instead of crude oil. It acts like a drop-in replacement for conventional diesel in many engines but can cut lifecycle carbon emissions and qualify for government credits or mandates. Investors watch biomass diesel because its profitability depends on feedstock costs, regulatory incentives, and shifting demand for lower-carbon fuels — similar to betting on a cleaner replacement for a common household fuel.
non-GAAP financial measure financial
"Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure."
A non-GAAP financial measure is a way companies present their financial results that excludes certain expenses or income to show how they believe their core business is performing. It matters because it can give a clearer picture of how the company is really doing, but it can also be used to make results look better than they actually are.
Revenue $32.0 million +82.2% YoY
Net loss $(20.6) million vs. $(18.1) million prior-year
Adjusted EBITDA $(13.8) million vs. $(16.1) million prior-year
Guidance

Management anticipates positive full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA, excluding unrealized gains and losses on derivative instruments and inventory valuation adjustments.

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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 11, 2026
 
FUTUREFUEL CORP.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
 
Delaware
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)
 
0-52577
20-3340900
(Commission File Number)
(IRS Employer Identification No.)
 
 
2800 Gap Road
Batesville, Arkansas 72501
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
 
(870) 698-5608
(Registrant’s Telephone Number)
 
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Item 2.02 – Results of Operations and Financial Condition
 
On May 11, 2026, FutureFuel Corp. (NYSE: FF) issued a press release announcing its financial and operating results for the first quarter and year ended March 31, 2026.
 
A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.
 
Item 9.01 – Financial Statements and Exhibits
 
A copy of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1.
 
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SIGNATURES
 
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.
 
 
FUTUREFUEL CORP.
 
By:      /s/ Rose M. Sparks                
      Rose M. Sparks, Chief Financial Officer     
 
Date: May 11, 2026
 
 
 

 

Exhibit 99.1

 

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FUTUREFUEL ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER 2026 RESULTS

 

 

BATESVILLE, Ark., May 11, 2026 – FutureFuel Corp. (NYSE: FF) (“FutureFuel” or the “Company”), a manufacturer of custom and performance chemicals and biofuels, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.

 

FIRST QUARTER 2026 RESULTS

(As compared to the First Quarter 2025)

 

 

Total Revenues of $32.0 million, +82.2%

 

Chemical revenue +109.6%; Biofuel revenue +50.7%

 

Net Loss of ($20.6) million, or ($0.47) per basic share

 

Adjusted EBITDA of ($13.8) million (1)

 

Recent new customer wins within Chemicals segment to support improved asset optimization

 

Announces $25 million customer-funded capacity addition within Chemicals segment

 

Anticipate positive Adjusted EBITDA(2) in full-year 2026, excluding non-cash derivative timing differences related to physical movements

 

 

(1)

A non-GAAP financial measure. See “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a description of the measure and a reconciliation to the applicable GAAP measure.

 

(2)

A non-GAAP financial measure. No reconciliation for full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA is included herein because we are unable to quantify certain amounts that would be required to be included in such reconciliation without unreasonable efforts due to the high variability and difficulty to predict certain items excluded from Adjusted EBITDA.  

         

 

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

 

“During the first quarter, we continued to advance our strategic priorities, consistent with a focus on long-term value creation for our shareholders,” stated Roeland Polet, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of FutureFuel. “Winter storm-related disruptions, which impacted operations at our Batesville complex for 30 days during February and March, together with the $9.1 million impact of a realized derivatives loss, impacted first quarter Adjusted EBITDA by ($11.0) million, or ($0.25) per share.  Excluding the combined impacts of the storm and realized derivative loss, first quarter Adjusted EBITDA improved $12.6 million when compared to the year-ago period, supported by sales volume growth and targeted price actions across both our Chemicals and Biofuels segments. Given expectations for improved business fundamentals across our business exiting the first quarter, we have good momentum going into the second quarter and anticipate a return to positive Adjusted EBITDA for the full-year, excluding non-cash derivative timing differences related to physical movements.”

 

“Within our core Chemicals segment, customers continue to choose FutureFuel as their partner of choice given our proven domestic manufacturing capabilities, deep technical expertise, and ability to produce high-quality, complex formulations at scale,” continued Polet.  “Exiting the first quarter, our pipeline of new customer activity approached record levels, as a combination of recurring customer relationships, together with new program wins, have positioned our business to fill existing production capacity. Total segment sales volumes increased materially in the first quarter, when compared to the year-ago period, supported by increased demand from energy-related customers, together with new program wins. As we further optimize our production footprint, maintain price discipline, and drive cost efficiencies across the organization, we expect to deliver improved operating leverage, along with improved incremental margin capture.”

 

“In recent months, the regulatory environment has grown increasingly favorable for our Biofuels segment,” continued Polet.  “In February 2026, the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued proposed regulations under Section 45Z of the Clean Fuel Production Credit that are expected to support a more level competitive landscape for biodiesel through reduced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) incentives, North American feedstock requirements, and an extension of the credit through December 2029.  Shortly thereafter, in March 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized the Renewable Fuel Standard ‘Set 2’ rule establishing new biodiesel and renewable diesel mandates for 2026 and 2027, which are expected to require more than 60% growth in domestic production from 2025 levels.  In combination, these actions are expected to both drive improved demand and more favorable production economics for our Biofuels segment.”

 

“Total gallons sold by our Biofuels segment increased 18.8% in the first quarter, when compared to the prior-year period, driven by a combination of increased project activity and new customer wins,” noted Polet. “While feedstock costs remain elevated versus historical levels, impacting near-term Biofuels segment gross profit per gallon sold, we anticipate recent regulatory actions should support an increasingly favorable outlook for our Biofuels segment, over time.”

 

“For the full-year 2026, we expect to generate positive Adjusted EBITDA, excluding non-cash derivative timing differences related to physical commodity price movements,” stated Rose Sparks, Chief Financial Officer of FutureFuel. “We continue to prioritize capital allocation to support the long-term growth of the business, as reflected in our recently announced reduction in the quarterly cash dividend, together with other targeted actions. This year, we expect to receive more than $27 million in customer deposits to support a directed capabilities expansion at Batesville, once again highlighting the collaborative, capital-lite approach we’ve adopted toward facility investment.  On balance, we anticipate more than 65% of our full-year 2026 capital spending plan will be customer-funded, positioning us to both drive state-of-the-art capabilities expansions at our facility, while securing long-term customer programs with recurring revenue streams.”

 

 

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FIRST QUARTER 2026 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

 

Consolidated Results

 

Total Revenue was $32.0 million in the first quarter of 2026, an increase of 82.2% compared to $17.5 million in the first quarter of 2025.  The increase in revenue was driven by higher volumes and targeted price actions in both the Chemical and Biofuel segments.  Total volume growth was 61.6% during the first quarter of 2026, while average blended price increased by 20.6%. 

 

Total gross loss was $15.9 million during the first quarter of 2026 versus $15.2 million during the first quarter of 2025.  Gross loss during the first quarter of 2026 included a net loss of ($11.6) million related to changes in the fair value of derivative instruments, including realized losses of ($9.1) million; however, the derivative loss is expected to be offset upon the sale of underlying physical commodity positions in future periods.  In addition to the realized derivative loss, gross loss was further impacted by an unplanned outage at our Batesville facility due to Winter Storm Fern, which impacted facility throughputs for 30 days during the first quarter.  The weather-related gross loss impacts to first quarter 2026 results were approximately $3.2 million, which included $1.8 million in lost production volume, and repair costs of $1.3 million, and capital expenditures of $0.5 million.  The Company expects to incur an additional $1.0 million in capital repair costs during the second quarter of 2026. Batesville operations resumed at normal rates beginning on February 26, 2026. 

 

The Company reported a net loss of ($20.6) million during the first quarter of 2026 versus a net loss of ($18.1) million in the first quarter of 2025.  Adjusted EBITDA was ($13.8) million during the first quarter of 2026 versus ($16.1) million during the first quarter of 2025.

 

Chemicals segment

 

Revenue increased to $19.6 million during the first quarter of 2026, compared to $9.4 million in the first quarter of 2025.  Custom Chemical revenue increased to $5.5 million during the first quarter, up 65.0% from $8.4 million last year primarily due to higher volumes of products sold to energy customers.  Performance Chemical revenue of $5.8 million during the first quarter was up from $1.0 million last year primarily due to increased volumes for a new customer that began production during the fourth quarter. 

 

Gross loss was ($2.5) million during the first quarter of 2026, an improvement from gross loss of ($6.0) million in the first quarter of 2025.  The improvement was primarily driven by new product revenue sold to energy customers, partially offset by costs related to Winter Storm Fern and lost production time. 

 

Market conditions within the Chemicals segment continued to improve during the first quarter, as demonstrated by a growing pipeline of project activity and new customer additions.  During the last twelve months, the Company has increased total production capacity by 15% and expects to achieve improved operating leverage as production scales from current levels.

 

Biofuels segment

 

Revenue increased 50.7% to $12.3 million during the first quarter of 2026, compared to $8.2 million in the same period last year.  The increase was driven by increased regulatory clarity surrounding the Clean Fuel Production Credit under IRC section 45Z (“45z credit”) and record-high renewable volume obligations RVO levels, partially offset by weather-related shutdowns.  During the first quarter of 2026, the Company accrued $1.2 million in 45z credits, with none accrued in the same period of last year. 

 

Gross loss was ($13.3) million during the first quarter of 2026, down from ($9.2) million in the same period last year, primarily due to the unfavorable change in derivative values of $11.6 million.  As previously discussed, these costs are generally intended to be recovered once the underlying physical product is sold.

 

Market conditions within the Biofuels segment improved during the first quarter of 2026 given more favorable regulatory conditions (see Regulatory Update section below).  Sales volumes are expected to improve during the second half of 2026 given improved regulatory clarity; however, input costs for soybean oil and other raw materials used in the production of biofuels remain elevated, which is expected to have a continued, near-term impact on Biofuels gross profit per gallon sold.

 

FINANCIAL RESOURCES AND LIQUIDITY

 

As of March 31, 2026, the Company had total cash and equivalents of $22.4 million, versus $51.3 million at December 31, 2025, and a $35 million revolving credit facility with no outstanding borrowings.  The decline in total cash between the fourth quarter of 2025 and the first quarter of 2026 was related to the reported operating loss in the first quarter of 2026, increased working capital requirements related to new program activity, and capital expenditures to support growth. 

 

Cash flow from operations was ($20.0) million during the first quarter of 2026, down from ($5.4) million in the first quarter of 2025.  The decline was driven by the first quarter of 2026 operating loss, including derivative losses and remediation expenses related to Winter Storm Fern, as well as an increase in working capital.  Capital expenditures were $7.1 million during the first quarter of 2026, up from $4.0 million in the first quarter of 2025 due to capital investments for capacity expansion and new customer programs. 

 

 

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BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS

 

FutureFuel is focused on a multi-faceted strategy to drive long-term value creation, anchored by profitable organic and inorganic growth across its core Chemicals and Biofuels segments, enhanced operational discipline in areas such as plant optimization, procurement, and automation, and a returns-focused capital allocation framework that balances reinvestment in the business with shareholder returns, including share repurchases under its existing authorization and a quarterly cash dividend.

 

In the first quarter of 2026, the Company advanced this strategy through the following key actions outlined below.

 

 

Improved chemicals plant utilization at Batesville. Chemicals segment plant utilization, as defined by production volumes, increased to 54% in the first quarter of 2026, versus 33% in the prior-year  period.  New customer program wins, and growth in existing customer activity, particularly from energy-related customers, contributed to improved production throughputs in the first quarter of 2026.

 

 

Customer-funded capacity addition.  FutureFuel has entered into a definitive agreement with an existing chemicals customer under which the customer has committed to invest $25 million in the Batesville facility in 2026 and up to $17 million in 2027 to support incremental production capacity that is expected to come online in early fiscal 2028.  The Company sees a clear commercial roadmap toward additional sales volume growth through this agreement, together with increased customer program activity.  

 

 

Reduction in quarterly cash dividend.  In March 2026, the Board of Directors announced it reduced the quarterly dividend from $0.06 per share to $0.01 per share effective for the second quarter of 2026.  The Company expects to redirect capital to fund growth investments and for opportunistic share repurchases.  As of March 31, 2026, FutureFuel had the full authorization remaining under its existing $25 million share repurchase program.  

 

 

REGULATORY UPDATE

 

On March 27, 2026, the U.S Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) finalized the “Set 2” RFS volumes establishing the highest blending mandates in the program’s history targeting a 60% increase over 2025.  The EPA estimates the mandate will require roughly 5.3 to 5.4 billion physical gallons of biomass diesel in 2026, and 5.7 to 5.8 billion gallons in 2027. The rule reduced the renewable identification number (RIN) equivalency factor for renewable diesel from 1.7 to 1.6 (from a revenue advantage on every gallon sold of 13% to 6%) and further to 1.5 (the same as biodiesel) by 2027 which represents a fundamental shift in the competitive and structural landscape of biodiesel. To meet the 2027 volume targets, existing U.S. domestic biofuels production levels are expected to reach peak capacity.

 

On February 4, 2026, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued proposed regulations providing expanded guidance on the 45Z credit integrating changes from the Budget Reconciliation Act of 2025, which made modifications to the CFPC. The proposed rule is expected to help level the competitive environment for biodiesel by reducing the tax credit for SAF from $1.75 per gallon to $1.00 per gallon effective January 1, 2026, requiring that all feedstocks be sourced from North America, as required for biomass based diesel, and extending the 45Z credit for an additional two years through December 31, 2029.

 

FutureFuel believes recent actions by the U.S. EPA, Treasury Department and IRS have the potential to support stronger biofuels demand and improved production economics.

 

FINANCIAL OUTLOOK

 

The following forward-looking guidance reflects the Company’s current expectations and beliefs as of May 11, 2026, and is subject to change. The following statements apply only as of the date of this press release and are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements included elsewhere herein.

 

FutureFuel currently anticipates that favorable demand trends within its core Chemicals segment, together with an improved regulatory climate for its Biofuels segment, position the business to deliver positive Adjusted EBITDA(1) in the full-year 2026, excluding unrealized gains and losses on derivative instruments and inventory valuation adjustments.

 

The Company believes that it remains well-positioned to benefit from reshoring trends, supported by its vertically integrated domestic platform, as customers seek to localize production and mitigate supply chain risk.

 

(1)    A non-GAAP financial measure.  No reconciliation for full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA is included herein because we are unable to quantify certain amounts that would be required to be included in such reconciliation without unreasonable efforts due to the high variability

        and difficulty to predict certain items excluded from Adjusted EBITDA.

 

 

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ABOUT FUTUREFUEL

 

FutureFuel is a leading manufacturer of diversified chemical products and biofuels. FutureFuel's chemicals segment manufactures specialty chemicals for specific customers ("custom chemicals") as well as multi-customer specialty chemicals ("performance chemicals"). FutureFuel's custom manufacturing product portfolio includes proprietary agrochemicals, adhesion promoters, a biocide intermediate, and an antioxidant precursor. FutureFuel's performance chemicals products include a portfolio of proprietary nylon and polyester polymer modifiers and several small-volume specialty chemicals and solvents for diverse applications. FutureFuel's biofuels segment primarily produces and sells biodiesel to its customers. Please visit www.futurefuelcorporation.com for more information.

 

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

 

This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements deal with FutureFuel's current plans, intentions, beliefs, and expectations, and statements of future economic performance. Statements containing such terms as "believe," "do not believe," "plan," "expect," "intend," "estimate," "anticipate," and other phrases of similar meaning are considered to contain uncertainty and are forward-looking statements. In addition, from time-to-time FutureFuel or its representatives have made or will make forward-looking statements orally or in writing. Furthermore, such forward-looking statements may be included in various filings that the company makes with United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), in press releases, or in oral statements made by or with the approval of one of FutureFuel's authorized executive officers.  These forward-looking statements are subject to certain known and unknown risks and uncertainties, as well as assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in these forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause actual results to differ include, but are not limited to, those set forth under the headings "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in FutureFuel's Form 10-K Annual Report for the year ended December 31, 2025, and in its future filings made with the SEC. An investor should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements contained in this document, which reflect FutureFuel management's opinions only as of their respective dates. Except as required by law, the company undertakes no obligation to revise or publicly release the results of any revisions to forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties described in this document and in current and future filings with the SEC are not the only ones faced by FutureFuel. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for the company to predict which will arise. There may be additional risks not presently known to the company or that the company currently believes are immaterial to its business. In addition, FutureFuel cannot assess the impact of each factor on its business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. If any such risks occur, FutureFuel's business, operating results, liquidity, and financial condition could be materially affected in an adverse manner. An investor should consult any additional disclosures FutureFuel has made or will make in its reports to the SEC on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, and any amendments thereto. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to FutureFuel or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements contained in this document.

 

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

 

In this press release, FutureFuel used adjusted EBITDA as a key operating metric to measure both performance and liquidity. Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure. Adjusted EBITDA is not a substitute for operating income, net income, or cash flow from operating activities (each as determined in accordance with GAAP), as a measure of performance or liquidity. Adjusted EBITDA has limitations as an analytical tool and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of results as reported under GAAP. FutureFuel defines adjusted EBITDA as net income before interest, income taxes, depreciation, and amortization expenses, excluding, when applicable, non-cash share-based compensation expense, public offering expenses, acquisition-related transaction costs, purchase accounting adjustments, loss on disposal of property and equipment, non-cash gains or losses on derivative instruments, and other non-operating income or expense. Information relating to adjusted EBITDA is provided so that investors have the same data that management employs in assessing the overall operation and liquidity of FutureFuel's business. FutureFuel's calculation of adjusted EBITDA may be different from similarly titled measures used by other companies; therefore, the results of its calculation are not necessarily comparable to the results of other companies. Adjusted EBITDA allows FutureFuel's chief operating decision makers to assess the performance and liquidity of FutureFuel's business on a consolidated basis to assess the ability of its operating segments to produce operating cash flow to fund working capital needs, to fund capital expenditures, and to pay dividends. In particular, FutureFuel management believes that adjusted EBITDA permits a comparative assessment of FutureFuel's operating performance and liquidity, relative to a performance and liquidity based on GAAP results, while isolating the effects of depreciation and amortization, which may vary among its operating segments without any correlation to their underlying operating performance, and of non-cash stock-based compensation expense, which is a non-cash expense that varies widely among similar companies, and non-cash gains and losses on derivative instruments, whose immediate recognition can cause net income to be volatile from quarter to quarter due to the timing of the valuation change in the derivative instruments relative to the sale of biofuel. A table included in this earnings release reconciles adjusted EBITDA with net income, the most directly comparable GAAP performance financial measure, and a table reconciles adjusted EBITDA with cash flows from operations, the most directly comparable GAAP liquidity financial measure.

 

 

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FutureFuel Corp.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)

(Unaudited)

 

   

March 31, 2026

   

December 31, 2025

 

Assets

               

Cash and cash equivalents

  $ 22,367     $ 51,316  

Accounts receivable, net of allowances for credit losses of $44 and $28, respectively

    13,312       9,405  

Inventory, net

    31,102       29,334  

Other current assets

    17,362       18,548  

Total current assets

    84,143       108,603  

Property, plant and equipment, net

    89,881       86,797  

Other assets

    4,973       4,922  

Total noncurrent assets

    94,854       91,719  

Total Assets

  $ 178,997     $ 200,322  

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

               

Accounts payable

  $ 11,861     $ 10,673  

Dividends payable

    571       2,761  

Other current liabilities

    5,133       4,302  

Total current liabilities

    17,565       17,736  

Deferred revenue – long-term

    11,244       14,453  

Other noncurrent liabilities

    8,261       5,078  

Total noncurrent liabilities

    19,505       19,531  

Total liabilities

    37,070       37,267  

Commitments and contingencies

               

Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value, 5,000,000 shares authorized, none issued and outstanding

    -       -  

Common stock, $0.0001 par value, 75,000,000 shares authorized, 43,863,507 shares issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025

    4       4  

Additional paid in capital

    203,645       203,771  

Retained earnings (accumulated deficit)

    (61,722 )     (40,720 )

Total Stockholders’ Equity

    141,927       163,055  

Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

  $ 178,997     $ 200,322  

 

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FutureFuel Corp.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Net Income

(Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)

(Unaudited)

 

   

Three Months Ended

 
   

March 31,

 
   

2026

   

2025

 

Revenue

  $ 31,952     $ 17,538  

Cost of goods sold and distribution

    47,810       32,726  

Gross loss

    (15,858 )     (15,188 )

Selling, general, and administrative expenses

               

Compensation expense

    1,269       1,940  

Other expense, net

    2,876       944  

Research and development expenses

    840       1,391  

Total operating expenses

    4,985       4,275  

Loss from operations

    (20,843 )     (19,463 )

Interest income

    298       1,237  

Other income (expense), net

    (29 )     (36 )

Other income, net

    269       1,201  

Loss before income taxes

    (20,574 )     (18,262 )

Income tax provision

    8       (168 )

Net loss

  $ (20,582 )   $ (18,094 )
                 

Loss per common share

               

Basic

  $ (0.47 )   $ (0.41 )

Diluted

  $ (0.47 )   $ (0.41 )

Weighted average shares outstanding

               

Basic

    44,026,813       43,803,243  

Diluted

    44,026,813       43,803,243  

 

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FutureFuel Corp.

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(Dollars in thousands)

(Unaudited)

 

   

Three Months Ended March 31,

 
   

2026

   

2025

 

Cash flows from operating activities

               

Net loss

  $ (20,582 )   $ (18,094 )

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:

               

Depreciation

    2,557       2,328  

Amortization of deferred financing costs

    19       26  

Provision (benefit) for deferred income taxes

    2       (174 )

Change in fair value of derivative instruments

    2,488       259  

Stock based compensation

    305       226  

Gain on disposal of property, plant, and equipment

    -       (31 )

Change in allowance for credit losses

    16       (1 )

Change in inventory reserve

    269       (453 )

Noncash interest expense

    9       9  

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

               

Accounts receivable

    (3,923 )     13,969  

Accounts receivable – related parties

    -       -  

Inventory

    (2,037 )     (4,943 )

Income tax receivable

    6       6  

Prepaid expenses

    1,237       1,075  

Prepaid expenses - related parties

            (12 )

Other assets

    (1,681 )     (6 )

Accounts payable

    931       (3,404 )

Accounts payable – related parties

    3       (94 )

Dividends payable

    8       -  

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

    775       3,617  

Deferred revenue

    (344 )     (31 )

Other noncurrent liabilities

    (54 )     333  

Net cash used in operating activities

    (19,996 )     (5,395 )

Cash flows from investing activities

               

Collateralization of derivative instruments

    (934 )     (110 )

Proceeds from the sale of property and equipment

    -       31  

Capital expenditures

    (5,387 )     (4,003 )

Net cash used in investing activities

    (6,321 )     (4,082 )

Cash flows from financing activities

               

Payment of dividends

    (2,632 )     (2,628 )

Deferred financing costs

    -       (365 )

Net cash used in financing activities

    (2,632 )     (2,993 )

Net change in cash and cash equivalents

    (28,949 )     (12,470 )

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

    51,316       109,541  

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

  $ 22,367     $ 97,071  
                 

Change in noncash capital expenditures

    254       (407 )

 

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FutureFuel Corp.

Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measure to Financial Measure

(Dollars in thousands)

(Unaudited)

 

Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income

 

   

Three Months Ended

 
   

March 31,

 
   

2026

   

2025

 

Net loss

  $ (20,582 )   $ (18,094 )

Depreciation

    2,557       2,328  

Non-cash stock-based compensation

    305       226  

Interest income, net

    (269 )     (1,237 )

Non-cash interest expense and amortization of deferred financing costs

    28       35  

Gain on disposal of property and equipment

    -       (31 )

Unrealized loss on derivative instruments

    2,488       259  

Change in allowance for credit losses

    16       (1 )

Change in inventory reserve

    269       (453 )

Extraordinary maintenance costs

    1,357       1,033  

Income tax provision (benefit)

    8       (168 )

Adjusted EBITDA

  $ (13,823 )   $ (16,103 )

 

 

Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities

 

   

Three Months Ended

 
   

March 31,

 
   

2026

   

2025

 

Net cash used in operating activities

  $ (19,996 )   $ (5,395 )

Deferred income taxes, net

    (2 )     174  

Interest income, net

    (269 )     (1,237 )

Income tax provision (benefit)

    8       (168 )

Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net

    5,079       (10,510 )

Extraordinary maintenance costs

    1,357       1,033  

Adjusted EBITDA

  $ (13,823 )   $ (16,103 )

 

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FutureFuel Corp.

Condensed Consolidated Segment Income

(Dollars in thousands)

(Unaudited)

 

   

Three Months Ended

 
   

March 31,

 
   

2026

   

2025

 

Revenue

               

Custom chemicals

  $ 13,872     $ 8,409  

Performance chemicals

    5,760       956  

Chemical revenue

    19,632       9,365  

Biofuel revenue

    12,320       8,173  

Total Revenue

  $ 31,952     $ 17,538  
                 

Segment gross loss

               

Chemical

  $ (2,519 )   $ (6,015 )

Biofuel

    (13,339 )     (9,173 )

Total gross loss

  $ (15,858 )   $ (15,188 )

 

 

INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT

 

Noel Ryan or Paul Bartolai

FF@val-adv.com

 

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FAQ

How did FutureFuel Corp. (FF) perform financially in Q1 2026?

FutureFuel’s Q1 2026 revenue rose 82.2% to $32.0 million, driven by higher volumes and pricing. However, it reported a net loss of $20.6 million, slightly larger than the $18.1 million loss a year earlier, due to storm impacts and derivative losses.

What happened to FutureFuel’s Adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2026?

Adjusted EBITDA improved but remained negative at $(13.8) million in Q1 2026, versus $(16.1) million in Q1 2025. Management highlighted that excluding storm and realized derivative impacts, Adjusted EBITDA would have improved significantly versus the prior-year period.

How did FutureFuel’s Chemicals and Biofuels segments perform in Q1 2026?

Chemicals revenue increased to $19.6 million from $9.4 million, with segment gross loss improving to $(2.5) million. Biofuels revenue rose 50.7% to $12.3 million, though segment gross loss widened to $(13.3) million, largely from an $11.6 million unfavorable derivative value change.

What is FutureFuel’s liquidity position as of March 31, 2026?

FutureFuel held $22.4 million in cash and equivalents at March 31, 2026, down from $51.3 million at December 31, 2025. It also has a $35 million revolving credit facility with no outstanding borrowings, providing additional financial flexibility.

How did Winter Storm Fern affect FutureFuel’s Q1 2026 results?

Winter Storm Fern caused about $3.2 million in weather-related gross loss impacts in Q1 2026, including $1.8 million from lost production volume and $1.3 million of repairs. The company expects roughly $1.0 million of additional capital repair costs in Q2 2026.

What guidance did FutureFuel provide for full-year 2026?

Management expects to generate positive Adjusted EBITDA for full-year 2026, excluding unrealized derivative impacts and inventory valuation adjustments. They cite favorable chemicals demand, supportive biofuels regulation, and customer-funded capacity expansions as key factors behind this outlook.

How are regulatory changes expected to impact FutureFuel’s Biofuels segment?

New EPA “Set 2” blending mandates and expanded Section 45Z guidance are expected to boost U.S. biomass diesel demand. The EPA projects 5.3–5.8 billion gallons in 2026–2027, while 45Z credit changes through 2029 should support more favorable biodiesel production economics for FutureFuel.

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