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Lifecore Biomedical (LFCR) Q1 2026 revenue drops but 2026 outlook reaffirmed

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Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of $23.2 million, down 34% from $35.2 million in the comparable 2025 quarter, as both CDMO and hyaluronic acid manufacturing sales declined. Gross margin fell to 19% from 28%, while operating expenses dropped 52% to $9.1 million, reflecting cost containment.

The company posted a net loss of $15.0 million, or $0.43 per diluted share, similar to the prior period’s $14.8 million loss. Adjusted EBITDA was $1.0 million, down from $5.7 million. Cash from operations improved to $4.7 million and free cash flow reached $3.6 million, supported by lower capital spending.

Lifecore ended the quarter with $38.1 million of liquidity, including $20.8 million of cash and $17.3 million of revolver availability. Management reaffirmed 2026 guidance for revenue of $120–$125 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $20.5–$25 million, and highlighted three new commercial site transfer wins, ongoing margin initiatives, and the January 2026 launch of a new ERP system.

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Results show weaker Q1 volumes but intact 2026 outlook.

Lifecore Biomedical saw Q1 2026 revenue drop 34% to $23.2 million, with gross margin compressing to 19% as both CDMO and HA manufacturing revenues declined. Adjusted EBITDA fell to $1.0 million, indicating limited near-term operating leverage.

Management continues to reduce costs: operating expenses declined 52% year over year to $9.1 million, and free cash flow improved to $3.6 million on stronger operating cash flow and lower capital expenditures. Liquidity at quarter-end was $38.1 million, including cash and revolver availability.

The company reaffirmed 2026 guidance for revenue of $120–$125 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $20.5–$25 million, and signed three new commercial site transfer programs. Future filings and updates on revenue growth, margin expansion, and utilization of new capacity will help clarify progress toward longer-term targets such as EBITDA margins above 25% by 2029.

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Q1 2026 revenue $23.2M Three months ended March 31, 2026; down 34% vs prior-year comparable quarter
Q1 2026 gross margin 19% Versus 28% in the comparable prior-year quarter
Q1 2026 net loss $15.0M Net loss attributable to the quarter ended March 31, 2026
Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA $1.0M Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA, down from $5.7M in prior-year comparable quarter
Q1 2026 free cash flow $3.6M Operating cash flows of $4.7M less $1.1M of capital expenditures
Quarter-end liquidity $38.1M As of March 31, 2026; includes $20.8M cash and $17.3M revolver availability
2026 revenue guidance $120–$125M Reaffirmed full-year 2026 revenue outlook
2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance $20.5–$25M Reaffirmed full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA outlook
Adjusted EBITDA financial
"Adjusted EBITDA* for the first quarter of 2026 was $1.0 million, a decrease of $4.7 million"
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.
free cash flow financial
"Cash from operations was $4.7 million and free cash flow* was $3.6 million for the first quarter of 2026."
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.
contract development and manufacturing organization financial
"a fully integrated injectables contract development and manufacturing organization (“CDMO”)"
A contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) is a specialized service provider that helps other companies design, test, produce and package drugs or medical products on a hired basis. Think of it as an outsourced factory and R&D partner that lets a company scale production without building its own plants. Investors watch CDMO relationships because they affect a drug’s time-to-market, manufacturing costs, supply reliability and overall project risk, all of which influence future revenue and valuation.
debt derivative liability financial
"changes to the fair value of the debt derivative liability, certain other gains or losses"
non-GAAP financial measures financial
"Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow are non-GAAP financial measures and exclude certain items"
Non-GAAP financial measures are numbers companies use to show their financial performance that exclude certain expenses or income. They help investors see how the company might perform without one-time costs or other unusual items, giving a different perspective from official reports. However, since they can be adjusted, they don’t always tell the full story and should be looked at alongside standard financial figures.
Revenue $23.2M -34% vs comparable prior-year quarter
Gross margin 19% -9 percentage points vs prior-year comparable quarter
Net loss $15.0M slightly larger than $14.8M prior-year loss
Adjusted EBITDA $1.0M down from $5.7M in prior-year comparable quarter
Guidance

For 2026, Lifecore expects revenue of $120–$125 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $20.5–$25 million, based on existing contracts, market conditions, and its business development pipeline.

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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 6, 2026
LIFECORE BIOMEDICAL, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware
000-2744694-3025618
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
(Commission file number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)
   3515 Lyman Boulevard
 Chaska,
Minnesota
55318
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
(952) 368-4300
(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 communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐ 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 SymbolName of each exchange on which registered
Common stock, par value $0.001 per shareLFCRThe NASDAQ Global Select 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 May 6, 2026, Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its consolidated financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. The press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1.
The information in this Item 2.02 of this Current Report, 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”) or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Item 2.02 of this Current Report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be incorporated by reference in any 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 a filing.
Item 7.01    Regulation FD.
On May 6, 2026, the Company made available on its website certain investor presentation materials (the “Investor Presentation”). A copy of the Investor Presentation is furnished as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated by reference in this Item 7.01.
The information furnished in this Item 7.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K (including Exhibit 99.2 attached hereto) shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act and shall not be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.
Item 9.01    Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibits
Exhibit No.Description
99.1
Press Release issued May 6, 2026 by Lifecore Biomedical, Inc.
99.2
Lifecore Biomedical Investor Presentation dated May 6, 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 hereunto duly authorized.
Date: May 6, 2026
LIFECORE BIOMEDICAL, INC.
By:/s/ Ryan D. Lake
Ryan D. Lake
Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 99.1
Lifecore Biomedical Reports Financial Results for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2026, and Provides Corporate Update
-- Reaffirms 2026 Guidance --
-- Signed Three New Commercial Site Transfer Programs in First Quarter 2026 --
-- Cost Containment Initiatives Continue to Drive Down Expenses --
Conference Call Today at 8:00am ET
CHASKA, Minn., May 6, 2026 -- Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFCR) (“Lifecore”), a fully integrated injectables contract development and manufacturing organization (“CDMO”), today announced results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.
CEO Commentary
“During the first quarter, Lifecore continued to successfully execute the three pillars of its growth strategy – maximizing our existing commercial business, advancing our development pipeline toward commercialization, and adding high-quality, new programs to our pipeline through business development. We believe our continued execution across these pillars positions Lifecore for sustained growth, including our goal of achieving a 12% revenue CAGR and EBITDA margins above 25% by the end of 2029. In the near-term, we remain confident in our full-year expectations and reaffirm our 2026 guidance.
“Concurrently, we continue to optimize our organization through cost reductions, improved efficiencies, and elevated quality. I am energized by our achievements during the quarter and remain highly optimistic and committed to building on this momentum throughout the year,” stated Paul Josephs, President and Chief Executive Officer of Lifecore.
Financial Snapshot and Recent Developments
•Revenues for the first quarter of 2026 were $23.2 million, a decrease of $12.0 million, or 34%, compared to $35.2 million for the comparable prior year quarter ended February 23, 2025.
•Gross profit margin for the first quarter of 2026 was 19%, 9% below 28% for the comparable prior year quarter ended February 23, 2025.
•Operating expenses for the first quarter of 2026 were $9.1 million, a decrease of $9.7 million, or 52%, compared to $18.9 million for the comparable prior year quarter ended February 23, 2025.
•Cash from operations was $4.7 million and free cash flow* was $3.6 million for the first quarter of 2026.
•Net loss for the first quarter of 2026 was $15.0 million and $0.43 of loss per diluted share, as compared to a net loss of $14.8 million and $0.42 of loss per diluted share, for the comparable prior year quarter ended February 23, 2025.
•Adjusted EBITDA* for the first quarter of 2026 was $1.0 million, a decrease of $4.7 million compared to $5.7 million for the comparable prior year quarter ended February 23, 2025.
•Ended the first quarter of 2026 with approximately $38.1 million in liquidity, including cash of $20.8 million and revolving credit availability of $17.3 million.
•Signed three new commercial site transfer programs in the first quarter of 2026, including two with an existing customer and one with leading medical aesthetics company.


•Implemented key initiatives throughout the organization that we expect will continue to drive margin improvement toward the goal of >25% in the mid-term.
•Successfully launched a new enterprise resource planning (“ERP”) system in January 2026, which we expect will strengthen inventory control, support financial management, and help reduce costs as the company grows.
•Completed multiple audits spanning new business prospects, existing customer expansions and international regulatory bodies. Each audit concluded positively, which we believe further validates Lifecore’s growing reputation as a partner-of-choice for customers seeking exceptional quality standards.
*    Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow are non-GAAP financial measures and exclude certain items from net income or loss and operating cash flows, respectively, the nearest comparable measures calculated and presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). Please see “Non-GAAP Financial Information” below for more information, including definitions of Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow and reconciliations to net loss and operating cash flows, respectively, for the periods noted in this press release.
Supplemental Financial Data
To provide meaningful period-over-period comparisons, Lifecore has compared the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, to the comparable prior year quarter ended February 23, 2025. This presentation is intended to comply with Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) requirements applicable to fiscal year changes and is intended to assist investors with understanding the changes in the company’s operating results and financial condition.
Supplemental Revenue and Gross Profit Data
Three months endedChange
March 31, 2026February 23, 2025Amount%
(dollars in thousands)
Revenues:
CDMO
$15,775 $20,789 $(5,014)(24)%
HA manufacturing
7,418 14,365 (6,947)(48)%
Total revenues
23,193 35,154 (11,961)(34)%
Cost of sales
18,731 25,309 (6,578)(26)%
Gross profit4,462 9,845 (5,383)(55)%
Gross profit percentage19.2 %28.0 %(8.8)%


Supplemental Operating Expense Data
Three months endedChange
March 31, 2026February 23, 2025Amount%
(dollars in thousands)
Research and development$1,217 $2,045 $(828)(40)%
Selling, general and administrative7,917 9,978 (2,061)(21)%
Loss on sale or disposal of assets, net of portion classified as cost of sales
— 6,851 (6,851)(100)%
Total operating expenses$9,134 $18,874 $(9,740)(52)%
Financial Guidance for Calendar Year 2026
The company is reaffirming its revenue and Adjusted EBITDA guidance for calendar year 2026. The company is not providing forward-looking guidance for U.S. GAAP net loss or a quantitative reconciliation of its 2026 Adjusted EBITDA to the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP measure, U.S. GAAP net loss, because it is unable to predict with reasonable certainty the ultimate outcome of certain significant items, including restructuring expenses, reorganization expenses, asset impairments, litigation settlements and other contingencies, changes to the fair value of the debt derivative liability, certain other gains or losses, and income tax accounting, as certain of these items have not occurred, are out of the company's control and/or cannot be reasonably predicted without unreasonable effort. These items are uncertain, depend on various factors, and could have a material impact on U.S. GAAP reported results for the guidance period.
The company expects revenue to be in the range of $120 to $125 million and Adjusted EBITDA to be in the range of $20.5 – $25 million.
This guidance is based on the expectation that Lifecore would adjust for items similar to its historic definition of Adjusted EBITDA. This guidance takes into consideration existing market forces, contracts, and customer order timing, as well as the company’s current beliefs and estimations with respect to success and timing related to growing and diversifying the company’s new business development revenue.
Please see “Non-GAAP Financial Information” below for more information.
Earnings Webcast
Lifecore Biomedical will host a conference call today, May 6, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss the company’s financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. The webcast can be accessed via Lifecore’s Investor Events & Presentations page at: https://ir.lifecore.com/events-presentations. An archived version of the webcast will be available on the website for 30 days.
About Lifecore Biomedical
Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (Nasdaq: LFCR) is a fully integrated contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that offers highly differentiated capabilities in the development, fill and finish of sterile injectable pharmaceutical products in syringes, vials, and cartridges, including complex formulations. As a leading manufacturer of premium, injectable-grade hyaluronic acid, Lifecore brings more than 40 years of expertise as a partner for global and emerging biopharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across multiple therapeutic categories to bring their innovations to market. For more information about the company, visit Lifecore’s website at www.lifecore.com.


Non-GAAP Financial Information
In addition to providing financial measurements based on generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America (GAAP), this press release contains non-GAAP financial information. Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow are non-GAAP measures and exclude certain items from net income or loss and operating cash flows, respectively, which are the most directly comparable financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP. See the section entitled “Non-GAAP Financial Reconciliations” below for the company’s definitions of Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flows for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, and the comparable prior year quarter ended February 23, 2025, and reconciliations thereof to net income or loss and operating cash flows for the relevant periods.
The company has disclosed these non-GAAP financial measures to supplement its consolidated financial statements presented in accordance with GAAP. These non-GAAP financial measures exclude/include certain items that are included in the company’s results reported in accordance with GAAP because we believe they are not reflective of our core operations or indicative of our ongoing operations. Management believes these non-GAAP financial measures provide useful additional information to investors about trends in the company’s operations and are useful for period-over-period comparisons. Management uses Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow, in addition to GAAP financial measures, to monitor trends in the company’s operations, understand and compare operating results, and monitor cash flows across accounting periods, for financial and operational decision making, for planning and forecasting purposes, and with respect to Adjusted EBITDA as a measure of performance for compensation decisions.
These non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the comparable GAAP measures. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures may not be the same as similar measures provided by other companies due to the potential differences in methods of calculation and items being excluded/included. These non-GAAP financial measures should be read in conjunction with the company’s consolidated financial statements presented in accordance with GAAP.
Important Cautions Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding future events and our future results that are subject to the safe harbor created under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other safe harbors under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Words such as “anticipate”, “estimate”, “expect”, “project”, “aim,” “designed to,” “plan”, “intend”, “believe”, “may”, “might”, “will”, “should”, “can have”, “likely” and similar expressions are used to identify forward-looking statements. In addition, all statements regarding our future financial and operating performance and strategy, including the three pillars of our growth strategy; our positioning for sustained growth, including our goal of achieving a 12% revenue CAGR and EBITDA margins above 25% by the end of 2029; our confidence in our full-year expectations and reaffirming of 2026 guidance; our optimism and commitment to building on momentum throughout the year; key initiatives that are expected to continue to drive margin improvement; expected benefits of our new ERP system; and our growing reputation as a partner-of-choice for customers seeking exceptional quality standards, are forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including such factors as, among others, the timing and amount of future expenses, revenue, net income (loss), Adjusted EBITDA, cash flow and capital requirements, and timing and availability of and the need for additional financing; our ability to maintain or expand our relationships with our current customers, including the impact of changes in consumer demand for the products we manufacture for our customers; our ability to grow and diversify our business with new customers, including the potential loss of development customers if they do not receive required funding or regulatory approvals or for other reasons; our ability to comply with covenants under our credit agreements and to pay required interest and principal payments when due; our ability to fund any redemptions of shares of the outstanding Series A Convertible Preferred Stock if requested by holders in accordance with their terms; our ability to raise additional capital for ongoing needs, including through equity financing, debt financing, collaborations, strategic alliances or licensing arrangements;


the impact of macroeconomic events or circumstances on our operations and financial performance, including inflation, tariffs, interest rates, social unrest and global instability; the performance of our third-party suppliers; pharmaceutical industry market forces that may impact our customers’ success and continued demand for the products we produce for those customers; our ability to recruit or retain key scientific, technical, business development, and management personnel and our executive officers; our ability to comply with stringent U.S. and foreign government regulation in the manufacture of pharmaceutical products, including current Good Manufacturing Practice, or cGMP; the outcome and cost of existing and any new litigation or regulatory proceedings; and other risk factors set forth from time to time in the company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including, but not limited to, the Annual Report on Form 10-KT for the transition period ended December 31, 2025 (the “December 2025 10-KT”). For additional information about factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, please refer to our filings with the SEC, including the risk factors contained in the December 2025 10-KT. Forward-looking statements represent management’s current expectations as of the date hereof and are inherently uncertain. Except as required by law, we do not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements made by us to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. Contact Information:
Stephanie Diaz (Investors)
Vida Strategic Partners
415-675-7401
sdiaz@vidasp.com
Jennifer Arcure (Media)
Vida Strategic Partners
917-603-0681
jarcure@vidasp.com
Ryan D. Lake (CFO)
Lifecore Biomedical
952-368-6244
ryan.lake@lifecore.com


LIFECORE BIOMEDICAL, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)March 31,
2026		December 31,
2025
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$20,795 $17,469 
Accounts receivable, net10,674 13,233 
Accounts receivable, related party8,763 12,929 
Contract assets7,449 7,655 
Inventory
28,155 29,085 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets1,803 1,921 
Total current assets77,639 82,292 
Property, plant and equipment, net125,513 127,304 
Goodwill13,881 13,881 
Other assets8,466 8,700 
Total assets$225,499 $232,177 
LIABILITIES, CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable$7,014 $6,211 
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities13,483 17,362 
Total current liabilities20,497 23,573 
Debt, net of current portion
5,642 5,694 
Debt, net of current portion, related party
142,137 135,588 
Debt derivative liability, related party29,719 26,564 
Other liabilities
6,726 6,698 
Total liabilities204,721 198,117 
Commitments and contingencies
Series A Redeemable Convertible Preferred Stock, $0.001 par value; 2,000,000 shares authorized; 48,356 and 47,466 shares issued and outstanding, redemption value $49,263 and $48,356
49,216 48,262 
Stockholders’ (deficit) equity:
Common Stock, $0.001 par value; 75,000,000 shares authorized; 37,477,386 shares issued and outstanding
37 37 
Additional paid-in capital209,706 208,962 
Accumulated deficit(238,181)(223,201)
Total stockholders’ deficit
(28,438)(14,202)
Total liabilities, convertible preferred stock and stockholders’ deficit
$225,499 $232,177 


LIFECORE BIOMEDICAL, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(unaudited)
Three months ended
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)
March 31,
2026		February 23,
2025
Revenues$14,236 $16,233 
Revenues, related party8,957 18,921 
Total revenues23,193 35,154 
Cost of sales18,731 25,309 
Gross profit4,462 9,845 
Research and development expenses1,217 2,045 
Selling, general, and administrative expenses7,917 9,978 
Loss on sale or disposal of assets, net of portion classified as cost of sales— 6,851 
Operating loss
(4,672)(9,029)
Interest income
128 108 
Interest expense
(454)(749)
Interest expense, related party(6,894)(4,840)
Change in fair value of debt derivative liability, related party(3,155)(600)
Other income, net
110 333 
Loss before income taxes
(14,937)(14,777)
Income tax (expense) benefit
(43)8 
Net loss
(14,980)(14,769)
Preferred stock dividends
(907)(837)
Accretion of preferred stock to redemption value
(47)(48)
Loss available to common stockholders
$(15,934)$(15,654)
Loss per share, basic and diluted
$(0.43)$(0.42)
Weighted average shares outstanding, basic and diluted37,477,386 37,020,570 


Non-GAAP Financial Reconciliations
Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure and excludes certain items from net income or loss, the most directly comparable financial measure calculated in accordance with GAAP. For the periods presented herein, we defined Adjusted EBITDA as net income or loss before (i) interest expense, net of interest income, (ii) income tax expense or benefit, (iii) depreciation, (iv) stock-based compensation, (v) change in fair value of debt derivatives, (vi) franchise tax, (vii) reorganization costs, (viii) restructuring costs or recovery, and (ix) loss on sale or disposal of equipment. See “Non-GAAP Financial Information” above for further information regarding the company’s use of non-GAAP financial measures.
Three months ended
(in thousands) (unaudited)
March 31,
2026		February 23,
2025
Net loss (GAAP)
$(14,980)$(14,769)
Interest expense, net7,220 5,481 
Income tax expense (benefit)
43 (8)
Depreciation2,310 2,076 
Stock-based compensation1,698 2,552 
Change in fair value of debt derivatives3,155 600 
Franchise tax50 3 
Reorganization costs
1,543 2,246 
Restructuring recovery
— (115)
Loss on sale or disposal of equipment
— 7,638 
Adjusted EBITDA$1,039 $5,704 
Free cash flow is a non-GAAP financial measure that reduces operating cash flows, the most directly comparable financial measure calculated in accordance with GAAP, by capital expenditures. See “Non-GAAP Financial Information” above for further information regarding the company’s use of non-GAAP financial measures.
(in thousands) (unaudited)
March 31,
2026		February 23, 2025
Operating cash flows (GAAP)$4,700 $1,199 
Less: capital expenditures(1,118)(5,456)
Free cash flow$3,582 $(4,257)

Building a high-performing, growth-focused, sterile injectable CDMO May 2026

 

2 Important Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This presentation contains forward-looking statements regarding future events and our future results that are subject to the safe harbor created under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other safe harbors under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Words such as “anticipate”, “estimate”, “expect”, “project”, “aim,” “designed to,” “plan”, “intend”, “believe”, “may”, “might”, “will”, “should”, “can have”, “likely” and similar expressions are used to identify forward-looking statements. In addition, all statements regarding our future financial and operating performance and strategy, including our goals of achieving a 12+% revenue CAGR and increasing Adjusted EBITDA margins to more than 25% in the mid-term; positioning of the Company for sustained, long-term growth; key initiatives that are expected to continue to drive margin improvement; expected benefits of our new ERP system; financial guidance for 2026 and longer-term outlook; three-pronged strategy for growth comprised of maximizing our existing customer business, advancing programs currently within our late-stage development pipeline towards commercialization, and winning impactful new business that will continue to fill our project pipeline; anticipated revenue growth and improved capacity utilization; the future diversification of our customer base and reduction of dependency on any one customer; visibility and nature of leading revenue indicators; a medical device program expected to contribute >50% of projected commercial pipeline revenue by 2030; launch timelines from our late-stage development portfolio; continued efficiency and cost containment discipline; significant inflection point in existing commercial customer demand beginning in 2027; and use of cash resources or need to raise additional financing in 2026 or in the near-term, are forward-looking statements. All forward- looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including such factors as, among others, the timing and amount of future expenses, revenue, net income (loss), Adjusted EBITDA, cash flow and capital requirements, and timing and availability of and the need for additional financing; our ability to maintain or expand our relationships with our current customers, including the impact of changes in consumer demand for the products we manufacture for our customers; our ability to grow and diversify our business with new customers, including the potential loss of development customers if they do not receive required funding or regulatory approvals or for other reasons; our ability to comply with covenants under our credit agreements and to pay required interest and principal payments when due; our ability to fund any redemptions of shares of the outstanding Series A Convertible Preferred Stock if requested by holders in accordance with their terms; our ability to raise additional capital for ongoing needs, including through equity financing, debt financing, collaborations, strategic alliances or licensing arrangements; the impact of macroeconomic events or circumstances on our operations and financial performance, including inflation, tariffs, interest rates, social unrest and global instability; the performance of our third-party suppliers; pharmaceutical industry market forces that may impact our customers’ success and continued demand for the products we produce for those customers; our ability to recruit or retain key scientific, technical, business development, and management personnel and our executive officers; our ability to comply with stringent U.S. and foreign government regulation in the manufacture of pharmaceutical products, including current Good Manufacturing Practice, or cGMP; the outcome and cost of existing and any new litigation or regulatory proceedings; and other risk factors set forth from time to time in the company’s filings with the SEC, including, but not limited to, the Annual Report on Form 10-KT for the transition period ended December 31, 2025 (the “December 2025 10-KT”). For additional information about factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, please refer to our filings with the SEC, including the risk factors contained in the December 2025 10-KT. Forward-looking statements represent management’s current expectations as of the date hereof and are inherently uncertain. Except as required by law, we do not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements made by us to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

 

3 Non-GAAP Financial Measures This presentation contains non-GAAP financial information, including Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow. The company has included a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to net income or loss and operating cash flows to free cash flow, the most directly comparable financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP; please see “Reconciliation of Non- GAAP Financial Measures” later in this presentations for such reconciliations. For the periods presented herein, we defined Adjusted EBITDA as net income or loss before (i) interest expense, net of interest income, (ii) income tax expense or benefit, (iii) depreciation, (iv) stock-based compensation, (v) change in fair value of debt derivatives, (vi) franchise tax, (vii) reorganization costs, (viii) restructuring costs or recovery, and (ix) loss on sale or disposal of equipment. We define free cash flow as operating cash flows reduced by capital expenditures. The company has disclosed these non-GAAP financial measures to supplement its consolidated financial statements presented in accordance with GAAP. These non-GAAP financial measures exclude/include certain items that are included in the company’s results reported in accordance with GAAP because we believe they are not reflective of our core operations or indicative of our ongoing operations. Management believes these non-GAAP financial measures provide useful additional information to investors about trends in the company’s operations and are useful for period-over-period comparisons. Investors, as well as management, use Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow, in addition to GAAP financial measures, to monitor trends in the company’s operations, understand and compare operating results across accounting periods, for financial and operational decision making, for planning and forecasting purposes, and with respect to Adjusted EBITDA as a measure of performance for compensation decisions. These non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the comparable GAAP measures. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures may not be the same as similar measures provided by other companies due to the potential differences in methods of calculation and items being excluded/included. These non- GAAP financial measures should be read in conjunction with the company’s consolidated financial statements presented in accordance with GAAP. The company is reaffirming its revenue and Adjusted EBITDA guidance for calendar year 2026. The company is not providing forward-looking guidance for U.S. GAAP net loss or a quantitative reconciliation of its 2026 Adjusted EBITDA to the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP measure, U.S. GAAP net loss, because it is unable to predict with reasonable certainty the ultimate outcome of certain significant items, including restructuring expenses, reorganization expenses, asset impairments, litigation settlements and other contingencies, changes to the fair value of the debt derivative liability, certain other gains or losses, and income tax accounting, as certain of these items have not occurred, are out of the company's control and/or cannot be reasonably predicted without unreasonable effort. These items are uncertain, depend on various factors, and could have a material impact on U.S. GAAP reported results for the guidance period.

 

4 Lifecore at a Glance 400 Employees Inclusive, Performance- Driven Culture Fully integrated CDMO offering development and fill/finish of sterile injectable pharmaceuticals Leader in Sodium Hyaluronate (HA) Global Regulatory Capabilities Founded in 1965 • Non-GAAP Measure. See disclaimers on slides 2 & 3 and “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” slide ** The estimate was based on historical fiscal year 2025 revenues, projected development pipeline, and new business pricing, volume and other assumptions Approx. 248,000 Sq. Ft. Facility $300M Annual Production Capacity** 20+ Commercial Products 2026 Financial Guidance and Business Profile $120-$125M Projected 2026 Revenue $20.5-$25M Projected 2026 Adj. EBITDA* 17%-20% Projected 2026 Adj. EBITDA Margin*

 

5 Campus Overview Site 1 – HQ (Lyman Blvd.) 150,000 sqft Site 2 (Lakeview Drive) 78,000 sqft Site 3 (Shelby Court) 20,000 sqft Manufacturing Operations • Sodium hyaluronate manufacturing (fermentation) • Drug and medical device formulation and filling • Secondary packaging • Microbiology and analytical quality control laboratories • Warehousing: 6,400 ft2 CRT; 1,500 ft2 cooler • Distribution Development Operations • Pilot laboratory Manufacturing Operations • Final packaging • Warehousing: 16,400 ft2 CRT; 4,000 sqft cooler • Distribution • Quality control laboratory • Particulate lab Development Operations • Analytical development laboratory Manufacturing Operations • Receipt, inspection, and warehousing of raw materials and components • 10,000 ft2 CRT; 1,795 ft2 cooler • Storage and distribution of finished goods • Potential for future expansion (120,000 ft2 available) 248,000sqft ~400State-of-the-art facilities, within 2 square miles Employees

 

6 Executing Our Strategy to Drive Sustainable Growth Strong commercial foundation with long-term customer relationships High-potential late-stage development pipeline representing significant future recurring revenue opportunity Revamped commercial strategy positioned to drive impactful growth over the mid- to long-term Disciplined cost structure approach designed to unlock additional value via organizational efficiency, strategic investments, and enhanced procurement Experienced and proven leadership team with deep expertise in the CDMO industry

 

7 Financial Highlights Q1 Performance Recent Developments • Ended March 2026 with $38.1 million in liquidity, including cash of $20.8 million and availability under our revolver of $17.3 million • Cash from operations of $4.7 million and free cash flow* of $3.6 million during Q1 • Continued improvement in operating expenses with the 6th consecutive quarter of sequential declines • Signed three new commercial site transfer programs in the first quarter of 2026, including two with an existing customer and one with leading medical aesthetics company. • Implemented key initiatives throughout the organization that we expect will continue to drive margin improvement toward the goal of >25% in the mid-term. • Successfully launched a new enterprise resource planning (“ERP”) system in January 2026, which we expect will strengthen inventory control, support financial management, and help reduce costs as the company grows. * Non-GAAP measure. See disclaimers on slides 2 & 3 and “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” slide Q1 2026 $23.2M Revenues $(15.0)M Net Loss $1.0M Adjusted EBITDA* (Unaudited)

 

8 We Serve Large and Growing Markets with Strong Tailwinds Global Injectable CDMO $10B Market1 +10% CAGR Acceleration of US-based Manufacturing Global CDMO $120B Market1 +8% CAGR 50%+ of Annual US Drug Approvals are Injectables2 GLP-1 $47B Market3 Expected to Increase 10X 1. Jefferies September 2024 PBOA - 8th Annual Meeting Uncovering Life Sciences Investment Trends /J. Miller October 2024 – Outsourcing includes drug product (finished dose form) and drug substance (active pharmaceutical ingredients (API)) 2. William Blair Equity Research August 2024 – Percent of FDA Approvals for 2023 and YTD as of July 31, 2024 3. Markets and Markets July 2024- GLP-1 Analogues Market Size, Share & Trends 2032

 

9 $90M Invested over Previous Five Years • Significant growth CapEx complete – enables execution of mid-term plan • State-of-the-art, 5-head isolator filler – ~100% increase in annual production capacity* – Full isolator technology, state-of-the-art containment – Significantly expanded available capacity – Broad capability: vials, syringes & cartridges – Strengthens compliance – ~25 million annual unit production capacity * Based on estimates derived from internal testing and historical capacity data. Significant Investment in Capabilities Supporting Growth

 

10 The Lifecore Difference Technical Expertise Decades of proven experience in complex injectables Integrated Model Development to commercialization Quality Multi-compendial regulatory system

 

Our Journey 11 Position Company for Growth • Build new leadership team • Expand capabilities and capacity • Refine and rebuild development pipeline • Revamp commercial strategy • Stabilize and right-size business • Implement performance- driven culture Sustained Growth • Achieve CAGR and margin targets • Grow commercialized program revenue • Continue to enable pipeline commercialization • Continue expansion of development pipeline to drive next wave of growth Drive Growth • Increase production to address doubling of fill finish demand for largest customer • Support commercialization of late-stage pipeline • Strengthen development pipeline w/ new programs • Drive margin improvement through operational and cost-containment initiatives 2024 – 2026 2027 – 2028 2029 + On track to achieve ~12% revenue CAGR and >25% Adjusted EBITDA margins in 2029

 

12 Aggressive and Achievable Growth Strategy • Strong commercial foundation • High-potential late-stage development pipeline • Revamped commercial strategy • Disciplined cost structure approach • Experienced and proven leadership team Targeting 12% Revenue CAGR and Adjusted EBITDA Margins of 25%+ by 2029

 

13 FOCUSED ON MAXIMIZING UTILIZATION OF AVAILABLE CAPACITY Revenue Outlook Revenue growth driven by maximization of existing customer base, portfolio commercialization, and new business 45M Units 45M Units 45M Units ~20% ~60% ~100% Available Capacity Capacity Utilization The information provided is as of March 2026 and is for illustrative purposes only; the growth cycle may not be achieved. Based on estimates derived from internal testing and historical capacity data. FY 2025 2029 Long-Term ~12% CAGR $129M ~$212-$225M $300M HA Existing Commercial Expansion of Existing Commercial Contracts Portfolio Commercialization Development Revenue

 

14 Mid-Term Revenue Trajectory Outlook Revenue growth driven by maximization of existing customer base, portfolio commercialization, and new business FY 2025 2029 ~$212-$225M HA Existing Commercial Expansion of Existing Commercial Contracts Portfolio Commercialization Development Revenue The information provided is as of March 2026 and is for illustrative purposes only; the growth cycle may not be achieved. Based on estimates derived from internal testing and historical capacity data.

 

15 FY 2025 2029 Efficiency and Revenue Growth Drive Margin Improvement Operational Efficiency • Successfully executed one regulatory inspection and 10 customer audits • Improved Adjusted EBITDA margins through ongoing cost initiatives • Successfully launched ERP system in January 2026 to strengthen inventory control, financial management, and procurement efficiency For illustrative purposes only, timing, estimates, assumptions and the actual growth of Adjusted EBITDA may vary significantly; we may not be able to manage our costs and achieve our anticipated financial goals. ~15% 25%+ Adj. EBITDA Margin Adj. EBITDA Margin Reduction in operating expenses Expansion of existing commercial contracts Portfolio commercialization New business Operating leverage

 

Executing Three-Pronged Growth Strategy 16 Maximizing Existing Customer Business Advancing Programs Towards Commercialization Driving New Business

 

17 Fill & Finish: Pathway to Increased Commercial Demand • Significant inflection point expected from total demand beginning in 2027 • Largest customer’s injectable unit demand projected to more than double beginning in 2027 • Potential upside to contractual minimums • New Growth includes existing programs and expected new wins The information provided is as of March 2026 and is illustrative only, the growth cycle may not be achieved. M A X I M I Z I N G E X I S T I N G C U S T O M E R B U S I N E S S Today Minimum Guaranteed Commitments New Growth 2029 Commercial Unit Projection ~3x

 

18 Strong, Diverse Pipeline • Impactful commercial revenue potential over the mid- and long-term • Strong development project pipeline: vials and syringes • Diversification across broad customer base Total Pipeline Represents1 $150M - $200M in Incremental Commercial Revenue Potential 1. Assumes full realization of management's estimates as of March 2026 for annual commercial revenue potential from pipeline projects at peak sales. Information presented is not risk and probability adjusted and the actual revenue realization may vary significantly. This does not assume new customer additions or attrition. Projects are defined as individual drugs or devices for which Lifecore provides development services; as of March 2026 Active Projects Late Stage: 10 Early-Mid Stage: 20 A D V A N C I N G P R O G R A M S T O W A R D S C O M M E R C I A L I Z A T I O N

 

19 Late-Stage Development Portfolio: Impactful Revenue Potential Customer Product Type Phase/Eqv. 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Specialty Pharma BLA Phase III Specialty Pharma NDA Phase III Large Pharma Med Device Phase III Large Pharma NDA Commercial Site Transfer Large Pharma NDA Commercial Site Transfer Specialty Pharma Med Device Phase III Specialty Pharma NDA Phase III Specialty Pharma Med Device Phase III Specialty Pharma NDA Phase III Specialty Pharma NDA Phase III Note(s): Assumes full realization of management's estimates for annual commercial revenue potential from pipeline projects as of March 2026 at peak sales (not risk-adjusted). Information presented depicts the anticipated launch year and is not risk and probability-adjusted. $10MM + $5MM - $10MM < $5MM Estimated Annual Revenue Potential1 A D V A N C I N G P R O G R A M S T O W A R D S C O M M E R C I A L I Z A T I O N Lifecore’s late-stage development portfolio showcases impactful commercial revenue potential over the mid- and long-term

 

20 Attracting New High-Value Business Leveraging state-of-the-art capabilities Strategically expanding target market Upgrading sales/marketing strategy and talent D R I V I N G N E W B U S I N E S S • Increase in quality and quantity of business development pipeline • Recent addition of late stage GLP-1 program and two impactful commercial site transfers • Expansion into other indication areas beyond traditional focus in ophthalmology

 

21 Key Takeaways High-Growth Market Expected to Increase by 100% by 2030 Capital Investments Enable Clear Path to Scale Experienced Leadership & Exceptional Track Record of Success Aggressive and Achievable Growth Strategy of Both Top and Bottom Line

 

22 Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures To supplement the company’s financial results determined by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), the company has disclosed in these tables the following non-GAAP information about Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow. See “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” earlier in this presentation for additional information about non-GAAP financial measures. Lifecore moved its fiscal year end to align with the calendar year effective for the transition period ended December 31, 2025 and thereafter. In accordance with SEC rules for fiscal year transitions, the tables show information for the unaudited period ended March 31, 2026 compared to the unaudited three-month closest-comparable period ended February 23, 2025. March 31, February 23, 2026 2025 (unaudited, in thousands) Net loss (GAAP) $ (14,980) $ (14,769) Interest expense, net 7,220 5,481 Income tax expense (benefit) 43 (8) Depreciation 2,310 2,076 Stock-based compensation 1,698 2,552 Change in fair value of debt derivatives 3,155 600 Franchise tax 50 3 Reorganization costs 1,543 2,246 Restructuring recovery — (115) Loss on sale or disposal of equipment — 7,638 Adjusted EBITDA $ 1,039 $ 5,704 March 31, February 23, 2026 2025 Operating cash flows (GAAP) $ 4,700 $ 1,199 Less: capital expenditures (1,118) (5,456) Free cash flow $ 3,582 $ (4,257) Three months ended (unaudited, in thousands) Three months ended

 

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FAQ

How did Lifecore Biomedical (LFCR) perform in Q1 2026?

Lifecore Biomedical reported Q1 2026 revenue of $23.2 million, a 34% decline from $35.2 million a year earlier. The company generated $1.0 million in Adjusted EBITDA and recorded a net loss of $15.0 million, roughly in line with the prior-year loss.

What were Lifecore Biomedical (LFCR)’s margins and expenses in Q1 2026?

Gross profit margin in Q1 2026 was 19%, down from 28% in the comparable 2025 period. Operating expenses fell sharply to $9.1 million, a 52% reduction from $18.9 million, reflecting ongoing cost containment and efficiency initiatives across the organization.

What liquidity position did Lifecore Biomedical (LFCR) report at March 31, 2026?

At March 31, 2026, Lifecore Biomedical reported total liquidity of $38.1 million, consisting of $20.8 million in cash and $17.3 million of availability under its revolving credit facility. This liquidity supports operations while the company pursues growth and margin improvement initiatives.

What 2026 financial guidance did Lifecore Biomedical (LFCR) reaffirm?

Lifecore reaffirmed its 2026 guidance for revenue of $120–$125 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $20.5–$25 million. The outlook assumes continued execution of its CDMO growth strategy, existing contracts, customer order timing, and contributions from new business development activities.

How did Lifecore Biomedical’s (LFCR) cash flow trend in Q1 2026?

Operating cash flow in Q1 2026 was $4.7 million, up from $1.2 million in the comparable 2025 period. After capital expenditures of $1.1 million, free cash flow totaled $3.6 million, a notable improvement versus negative free cash flow of $4.3 million a year earlier.

What strategic or operational updates did Lifecore Biomedical (LFCR) highlight?

Lifecore highlighted signing three new commercial site transfer programs, launching a new ERP system in January 2026, and completing multiple successful customer and regulatory audits. These steps are intended to support capacity utilization, cost control, quality, and long-term growth in its injectable CDMO business.

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