Glucotrack (NASDAQ: GCTK) Q1 2026 results, IDE filing and cash runway
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Glucotrack, Inc. reported first quarter 2026 results showing a narrower net loss while advancing its implantable continuous blood glucose monitor program. Net loss was $4.3 million for the quarter, compared with $6.8 million a year earlier, mainly due to a smaller non-cash impact from derivative liabilities.
Research and development expenses were $2.1 million and general and administrative expenses were $2.1 million, both up from the prior year as the company invested in product, manufacturing and corporate infrastructure. Cash and cash equivalents were $3.9 million as of March 31, 2026, down from $7.4 million at December 31, 2025.
The company submitted an Investigational Device Exemption application to the FDA for its fully implantable continuous blood glucose monitoring technology and is targeting a U.S. clinical trial launch in the second half of 2026. Management expects existing cash to fund operations into early third quarter 2026, supporting initiation of the planned U.S. human clinical trial shortly thereafter.
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Insights
Glucotrack narrows quarterly loss while funding path only extends into early 3Q 2026.
Glucotrack remains a development-stage medtech firm, with Q1 2026 results dominated by operating spend and non-cash items. Net loss of $4.3M versus $6.8M a year ago reflects a smaller change in derivative liabilities rather than reduced operating expenses, which actually increased.
Operating costs rose as research and development reached $2.1M and general and administrative expenses also hit $2.1M, consistent with scaling clinical and corporate capabilities. Cash declined to $3.9M, and management indicates this supports operations into early 3Q 2026, implying a need for additional capital thereafter.
On the strategic side, submission of an IDE to the FDA and peer-reviewed publications in diabetes and sensor journals help validate the implantable CBGM program. Actual impact will depend on FDA feedback and timing of the planned U.S. clinical trial launch in the second half of 2026, as well as future financing transactions disclosed in subsequent filings.
8-K Event Classification
Key Figures
Key Terms
Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) regulatory
continuous blood glucose monitoring (CBGM) medical
derivative liabilities financial
comprehensive loss financial
Additional paid-in capital financial
Investigational Device regulatory
Earnings Snapshot
Management believes existing cash and cash equivalents will provide sufficient runway into early third quarter 2026, allowing initiation of its U.S. human clinical trial shortly thereafter.
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Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
On May 14, 2026, Glucotrack, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial and operating results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. A copy of the press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1.
The information in Item 2.02 of this Current Report on Form 8-K and the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (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.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
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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.
| Date: May 14, 2026 | ||
| GLUCOTRACK, INC. | ||
| By: | /s/ Paul Goode | |
| Name: | Paul Goode | |
| Title: | Chief Executive Officer | |
Exhibit 99.1
Glucotrack Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Recent Corporate Highlights
Submitted Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to initiate a U.S. clinical study for fully implantable continuous blood glucose monitoring (CBGM) technology
Company targeting U.S. clinical trial launch in second half of 2026
Peer-Reviewed Studies published in The Journal of Diabetes Research and in the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Sensors Journal support advancement of Company’s implantable CBGM technology
Rutherford, NJ, May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Glucotrack, Inc. (Nasdaq: GCTK) (“Glucotrack” or the “Company”), a medical technology company focused on the design, development, and commercialization of novel technologies for people with diabetes, today reported financial results and recent corporate highlights for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.
“During the quarter, we made meaningful progress advancing our CBGM program while further strengthening our foundation as a company,” said Paul V. Goode, PhD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Glucotrack. “We successfully completed our presub process with FDA, culminating in the submission of our IDE to the FDA, an important milestone that brings us closer to initiating U.S. clinical studies. We also published two key sets of preclinical and in-vitro data in peer-reviewed journals, further supporting the development of our technology, and strengthened our balance sheet by reducing debt and extending our financial runway.”
First Quarter 2026 & Recent Highlights
Corporate Highlights
| ● | The Company held its third Patient Advisory Board (PAB) meeting during which patients shared perspectives on diabetes device prescribing and initiation, as well as their experiences with healthcare provider education and preparedness. |
| ● | Strengthened balance sheet with debt reduction. The Company reduced the outstanding balance of its $3.6 million promissory note to approximately $1.6 million, primarily through the exchange of a portion of the note into shares of common stock at market price. Subsequent to quarter end, the Company drew approximately $1.0 million under its existing equity line of credit facility, further strengthening its cash position. |
Advanced Product and Clinical Development
| ● | The Company successfully submitted its IDE application to the FDA to initiate a U.S. clinical study for its fully implantable CBGM technology. The submission represents a key milestone in advancing the Company’s CBGM technology into U.S. clinical evaluation, supported by several years of focused engineering, preclinical evaluation, and iterative design work. |
| ● | In a peer-reviewed article titled, “Year-Long Measurement of Glucose Oxidase Deactivation in Electrochemical Glucose Sensors,” published in the IEEE Sensors Journal, the Company reported data validating the long-term stability of its glucose oxidase sensor, providing foundational scientific evidence to support the device’s intended three-year longevity. |
| ● | In a peer-reviewed article titled, “In Vivo Evaluation of a Novel Long-Term Intravascular Implantable Continuous Blood Glucose Monitor in an Ovine Model: A Glucotrack Inc. Investigation,” published in The Journal of Diabetes Research, the Company reported data demonstrating the long-term accuracy and stability of the Company’s fully implantable CBGM system. The in-vivo ovine study showed a 6.8% Mean Absolute Relative Difference (MARD) and sustained sensor performance over 240 days, supporting the platform’s progression toward clinical studies. |
Anticipated Milestones
| ● | Initiate U.S. clinical study of the Company’s CBGM in 2H 2026. |
| ● | Present clinical data demonstrating the safety and accuracy of the CBGM technology at additional industry conferences, with timing and venues to be determined as data become available. |
| ● | Continue to gain insight from patients living with diabetes on current management challenges and receive feedback on Glucotrack’s product development and commercialization strategies through additional PAB meetings. |
Financial Results for the Quarter ended March 31, 2026
Research and Development Expenses: Research and development expenses were $2.1 million for first quarter of 2026 compared to $1.9 million for first quarter of 2025. The increase of $0.2 million was primarily due to timing in product and manufacturing development activities.
General and Administrative Expenses: General and Administrative expenses were $2.1 million for the first quarter of 2026 compared to $1.6 million for first quarter of 2025. The increase of $0.5 million was primarily attributable to increased professional fees and personnel costs.
Other (Income) Expense, Net: Other expense was $0.1 million for the first quarter 2026, as compared to $3.3 million for the first quarter of 2025. The decrease in other expense is primarily attributed to the current year’s reduction in the change of derivative liabilities.
Net Loss: Net loss for the first quarter of 2026 was $4.3 million compared to a net loss of $6.8 million for the first quarter of 2025. The decrease in net loss is primarily attributed to the non-cash change in derivative liabilities.
Cash Position: Cash and cash equivalents as of March 31, 2026, were $3.9 million, compared with $7.4 million in cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2025. The net decrease in cash and cash equivalents was attributable to $4.1 million of cash used in operating activities offset by net proceeds received from financing activities of $0.6 million.
Based on current plans and assumptions, the Company believes that its existing cash and cash equivalents will provide sufficient runway into early 3Q 2026, allowing for the initiation of its U.S. human clinical trial shortly thereafter.
The Glucotrack Continuous Blood Glucose Monitor is an Investigational Device and is limited by federal (or United States) law to investigational use.
For more information about Glucotrack’s CBGM, visit glucotrack.com. Information on the Company’s website does not constitute a part of and is not incorporated by reference into this press release.
About Glucotrack, Inc.
Glucotrack, Inc. (NASDAQ: GCTK) is focused on the design, development, and commercialization of novel technologies for people with diabetes. The Company is currently developing a long-term implantable continuous blood glucose monitoring system for people living with diabetes.
Glucotrack’s Continuous Blood Glucose Monitor (CBGM) is a long-term, implantable system that continually measures blood glucose levels with a sensor longevity of 3 years, no on-body wearable component and with minimal calibration. The Glucotrack CBGM is an Investigational Device and is limited by federal (or United States) law to investigational use.
For more information, please visit http://www.glucotrack.com. Information on the Company’s website does not constitute a part of and is not incorporated by reference into this press release.
Forward-Looking Statements
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GLUCOTRACK INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands of US dollars except share data)
In thousands of US dollars (except stock data) | ||||||||
March 31, 2026 | December 31, 2025 | |||||||
| Unaudited | ||||||||
| Current Assets | ||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ | 3,929 | $ | 7,383 | ||||
| Other current assets | 285 | 284 | ||||||
| Total current assets | 4,214 | 7,667 | ||||||
| Operating lease right-of-use asset, net | 26 | 33 | ||||||
| Property and equipment, net | 116 | 138 | ||||||
| TOTAL ASSETS | $ | 4,356 | $ | 7,838 | ||||
| LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ (DEFICIT) EQUITY | ||||||||
| Current Liabilities | ||||||||
| Accounts payable | $ | 1,299 | $ | 1,317 | ||||
| Operating lease liability, current | 26 | 28 | ||||||
| Promissory notes | 3,330 | 3,182 | ||||||
| Other current liabilities | 320 | 246 | ||||||
| Total current liabilities | 4,975 | 4,773 | ||||||
| Non-Current Liabilities | ||||||||
| Derivative financial liabilities | - | 1 | ||||||
| Operating lease liability, non-current | - | 5 | ||||||
| Loans from stockholders | 232 | 231 | ||||||
| Total liabilities | 5,207 | 5,010 | ||||||
| Commitments and contingent liabilities (Note 5) | ||||||||
| Stockholders’ Equity (Deficit) | ||||||||
| Common Stock of $0.001 par value (“Common Stock”): | ||||||||
| 250,000,000 shares authorized as of March 31, 2026 and as of December 31, 2025; 2,524,279 and 910,688 shares issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively | 3 | 1 | ||||||
| Additional paid-in capital | 155,274 | 151,080 | ||||||
| Receipts on account of shares | - | 3,544 | ||||||
| Accumulated other comprehensive income | 44 | 41 | ||||||
| Accumulated deficit | (156,172 | ) | (151,838 | ) | ||||
| Total stockholders’ equity (deficit) | (851 | ) | 2,828 | |||||
| TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT) | $ | 4,356 | $ | 7,838 | ||||
GLUCOTRACK INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
(in thousands of US dollars except share data) (unaudited)
Three-month period ended March 31, | ||||||||
| 2026 | 2025 | |||||||
| Operating expenses: | ||||||||
| Research and development | $ | 2,132 | $ | 1,871 | ||||
| General and administrative | 2,071 | 1,627 | ||||||
| Total operating expenses | 4,203 | 3,498 | ||||||
| Loss from operations | 4,203 | 3,498 | ||||||
| Other (income) expense: | ||||||||
| Change in fair value of derivative liabilities | (1 | ) | 3,376 | |||||
| Other (income) expense, net | 132 | (4 | ) | |||||
| Finance expenses (income), net | - | (37 | ) | |||||
| Total other (income) expense | 131 | 3,335 | ||||||
| Net Loss | 4,334 | 6,833 | ||||||
| Other comprehensive income: | ||||||||
| Foreign currency translation adjustment | (3 | ) | (36 | ) | ||||
| Comprehensive loss for the period | $ | 4,331 | $ | 6,797 | ||||
| Basic and diluted loss per share | $ | 2.65 | $ | 40.14 | ||||
| Weighted average number of Common Stock outstanding used in computing basic and diluted loss per share | 1,638,128 | 169,345 | ||||||