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NTIC (NASDAQ: NTIC) posts record Q3 2026 sales but swings to small net loss

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Northern Technologies International Corporation reported third quarter fiscal 2026 results showing solid revenue growth but weaker profitability. Consolidated net sales rose 12.6% year-over-year to $24,215,662, a quarterly record driven by strong demand for ZERUST® corrosion prevention and Natur-Tec® bioplastic products. ZERUST® oil and gas net sales jumped 72.3% to $2,219,342, while total Natur-Tec® net sales increased 5.0% to $6,070,051. Despite this growth, gross margin declined 477 basis points to 33.6% due to higher raw material costs and pricing pressure, leading to a net loss attributable to NTIC of $263,291, or $(0.03) per diluted share, versus net income of $121,775, or $0.01 per diluted share, a year earlier. Year-to-date, sales rose 12.3% to $69,521,265, but NTIC posted a small net loss of $60,795. The company committed to sell its Beachwood, Ohio facility for an expected $1,150,000 in cash in fiscal 2027 and reported working capital of $19,992,000 as of May 31, 2026, supported by $7,275,981 in cash and significant cash held within its joint ventures.

Positive

  • Double‑digit top-line growth: Q3 fiscal 2026 consolidated net sales increased 12.6% year-over-year to a record $24.2M, with total ZERUST® net sales up 15.4% and ZERUST® oil and gas revenue up 72.3%, signaling strong demand in key product lines.

Negative

  • Profitability deterioration and dividend reduction: Gross margin declined 477 basis points to 33.6%, and NTIC swung to a Q3 net loss of $263K, or $(0.03) per diluted share, while cash dividends declared per share fell to $0.00 from $0.01 in the prior-year quarter.

Insights

Revenue growth is strong, but margin compression pushed NTIC into a small loss.

NTIC delivered record Q3 fiscal 2026 net sales of $24.2M, up 12.6% year-over-year, with ZERUST® oil and gas revenue up 72.3% and total ZERUST® up 15.4%. This confirms healthy demand across core corrosion prevention and bioplastics lines.

However, gross margin fell 477 basis points to 33.6%, reflecting higher raw material costs tied to Middle East disruptions and competitive pricing in Natur-Tec®. Operating expenses grew more slowly than sales, but the margin squeeze turned a prior-year profit into a Q3 net loss of $263K.

Year-to-date, revenue increased 12.3%, yet NTIC moved from $1.12M net income to a modest loss. Management cites easing input costs and pricing/procurement initiatives expected to support a more profitable fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, while a planned $1.15M facility sale in fiscal 2027 and $19.99M of working capital provide liquidity flexibility.

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.
Q3 2026 net sales $24,215,662 Three months ended May 31, 2026; up 12.6% YoY
Q3 2026 gross margin 33.6% Gross profit as percentage of net sales; down 477 bps YoY
Q3 2026 net (loss) attributable to NTIC $(263,291) Versus net income of $121,775 in Q3 2025
ZERUST oil & gas net sales $2,219,342 Q3 2026; up 72.3% year-over-year
Nine-month net sales $69,521,265 Nine months ended May 31, 2026; up 12.3% YoY
Working capital $19,992,000 As of May 31, 2026, including $7,275,981 in cash
Beachwood facility expected sale price $1,150,000 Non-binding LOI; expected closing during fiscal 2027
Cash in joint ventures $16,521,000 54.4% of $30,360,000 investments in joint ventures at May 31, 2026
gross margin financial
"gross margin was further affected by competitive pricing pressure in our Natur-Tec® business."
Gross margin is the difference between how much money a company makes from selling its products and how much it costs to produce them, expressed as a percentage of sales. It shows how efficiently a company is turning sales into profit before other expenses like marketing or salaries. Higher gross margin means the company keeps more money from each sale, which is a good sign of financial health.
joint venture operating income financial
"Joint venture operating income increased 12.2% to $2,551,000"
working capital financial
"NTIC had working capital of $19,992,000 as of May 31, 2026"
Working capital is the money a business has available to cover its daily expenses, like paying bills and buying supplies. It’s like the cash in your wallet that helps you handle everyday costs; having enough ensures the business can operate smoothly without running into money shortages.
assets held for sale financial
"reclassified the carrying value of the property, $869,407, from property, plant and equipment, net, to assets held for sale"
Assets held for sale are things a company has decided to sell and has reclassified on its balance sheet to show they are being marketed rather than used in daily operations — like putting a house on the market instead of living in it. This matters to investors because these items are measured based on expected sale proceeds (which can reveal likely gains or losses), stop being treated as regular operating assets, and signal upcoming cash inflows or a change in strategy that can affect the company’s financial health and stock value.
non-GAAP adjusted net income financial
"NTIC’s non-GAAP adjusted net loss, as set forth in the GAAP reconciliation"
A company’s non-GAAP adjusted net income is its reported profit after management removes certain expenses or gains that it considers one-time, nonrecurring, or not part of core operations (for example, restructuring costs or stock-based pay). Investors watch it as an attempt to show the company’s ongoing earning power — like looking at a cleaned-up weekly budget — but because companies choose what to exclude, it’s important to compare the underlying details rather than the headline number alone.
employee retention credit (ERC) financial
"due to the receipt of a cash employee retention credit payment"
A government payroll tax credit offered to employers as an incentive to keep paying workers during periods of economic stress; it effectively acts like a rebate on certain wage costs, reducing the employer’s payroll tax bill or providing a refundable payment. For investors, the credit matters because it improves short-term cash flow, lowers reported payroll expenses and tax liabilities, and can affect profitability and balance-sheet liabilities if claims are amended or audited—similar to a temporary discount that changes a company’s near-term financial picture.
Net sales $24,215,662 +12.6% YoY
Net (loss) attributable to NTIC $(263,291) vs. $121,775 income prior-year quarter
Diluted EPS $(0.03) vs. $0.01 prior-year quarter
Gross margin 33.6% -477 basis points YoY
ZERUST oil & gas net sales $2,219,342 +72.3% YoY
Guidance

Management expects easing raw material costs and pricing and procurement initiatives to improve gross margin and profitability in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026.

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FAQ

How did Northern Technologies International (NTIC) perform in Q3 fiscal 2026?

NTIC grew Q3 fiscal 2026 net sales 12.6% to $24.2 million, a quarterly record. However, gross margin fell and the company reported a net loss of $263,000, or $(0.03) per diluted share, versus a small profit a year earlier.

What drove revenue growth for NTIC in the third quarter of fiscal 2026?

Revenue growth was led by ZERUST® and Natur-Tec® products. Total ZERUST® net sales rose 15.4% to $18.1 million, including a 72.3% jump in ZERUST® oil and gas to $2.2 million, while Natur-Tec® net sales increased 5.0% to $6.1 million.

Why did NTIC’s profitability decline despite higher sales in Q3 2026?

Profitability declined mainly because gross margin fell 477 basis points to 33.6%. Management cited higher raw material costs from global disruptions and competitive pricing pressure in the Natur-Tec® business, which offset the benefit of higher sales volumes.

What were NTIC’s year-to-date results for the nine months ended May 31, 2026?

For the nine months ended May 31, 2026, NTIC’s consolidated net sales grew 12.3% to $69.5 million. Despite this, the company recorded a small net loss of $60,795, or $(0.01) per diluted share, compared with net income of $1.12 million last year.

What is the significance of NTIC’s planned sale of its Beachwood, Ohio facility?

NTIC reclassified its Beachwood, Ohio facility as held for sale and received a non-binding letter of intent to sell it for $1,150,000 in cash. The transaction is expected to close in fiscal 2027, providing additional liquidity and modestly reducing property, plant and equipment.

What is NTIC’s liquidity position as of May 31, 2026?

As of May 31, 2026, NTIC had $19.99 million of working capital, including $7.28 million in cash and cash equivalents. It also had an outstanding line of credit and current term loan portion totaling $14.78 million, plus substantial cash within its joint ventures.

Did NTIC pay dividends in Q3 fiscal 2026?

NTIC did not declare a cash dividend in Q3 fiscal 2026, reporting $0.00 per common share for the quarter. Year-to-date dividends were $0.02 per share, compared with $0.15 per share for the same period in the prior fiscal year.
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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):  July 9, 2026

_______________________________

NORTHERN TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

_______________________________

Delaware 001-11038 41-0857886
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

4201 Woodland Road
P.O. Box 69

Circle Pines, Minnesota 55014

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(763) 225-6600

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

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

Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered
Common stock, par value $0.02 per share NTIC The Nasdaq Stock Market

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Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

 

On July 9, 2026, Northern Technologies International Corporation (“NTIC”) announced its consolidated financial results for the third fiscal quarter ended May 31, 2026. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this current report on Form 8-K and the information set forth therein is incorporated herein by reference and constitutes a part of this report.

 

The information contained in Item 2.02 of this report and Exhibit 99.1 to this report shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and shall not be incorporated by reference into any filings made by NTIC under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as may 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 July 9, 2026 (furnished herewith)
104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
 
 

 

SIGNATURE

 

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

 

  NORTHERN TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
     
   
Date: July 9, 2026 By:  /s/ Matthew C. Wolsfeld        
    Matthew C. Wolsfeld
    Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary
   

 

EXHIBIT 99.1

Northern Technologies International Corporation Reports Financial Results for Third Quarter Fiscal 2026

MINNEAPOLIS, July 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northern Technologies International Corporation (NASDAQ: NTIC), a leading developer of corrosion inhibiting products and services, as well as bio-based and biodegradable polymer resin compounds, today reported its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2026.

Third quarter fiscal 2026 financial and operating highlights include (with growth rates on a fiscal quarter year-over-year basis):

  • Consolidated net sales increased 12.6% to a record $24,216,000
  • ZERUST® industrial net sales increased 10.3% to a record $15,926,000
  • ZERUST® oil and gas net sales increased 72.3% to a third quarter record of $2,219,000
  • Natur-Tec® product net sales increased 5.0% to a record $6,070,000
  • NTIC China net sales were $4,480,000, compared to $4,510,000 in the third quarter fiscal 2025
  • Gross profit, as a percentage of net sales, decreased 477 basis points to 33.6%
  • Joint venture operating income increased 12.2% to $2,551,000
  • Income before income tax expense was $376,000, compared to $743,000
  • Net loss attributable to NTIC was $263,000, compared to net income attributable to NTIC of $122,000
  • Net loss per diluted share attributable to NTIC was $0.03, compared to net income per diluted share attributable to NTIC of $0.01

“Strong global demand and increasing adoption of our ZERUST® corrosion prevention and Natur-Tec® bioplastic solutions drove quarterly consolidated net sales to new record highs. Global disruptions stemming from increased conflict levels in the Middle East, including through the Strait of Hormuz, drove a significant increase in the cost of key raw materials during the quarter, and gross margin was further affected by competitive pricing pressure in our Natur-Tec® business. Together, these factors reduced our gross margin by approximately 477 basis points year-over-year. We have begun to see raw material costs ease, and the pricing and procurement initiatives we are pursuing are expected to improve gross margin and profitability in the fourth quarter,” said G. Patrick Lynch, President and CEO of NTIC.

“Since reaching the profitability levels we planned for is taking longer than expected, we believe NTIC must remain focused on the initiatives within our control to drive more profitable growth, including expanding sales of our higher-margin ZERUST® oil and gas solutions and broadening Natur-Tec® applications globally. Our liquidity and financial flexibility remain solid, supported by significant capital within our joint venture network and anticipated proceeds of more than $1.0 million from the pending sale of our Beachwood, Ohio facility, which is expected to close in fiscal 2027. The resilience of our business model, continued demand for our technologies. and our focus on execution give us confidence in stronger, more profitable fourth-quarter results,” concluded Mr. Lynch.

NTIC’s consolidated net sales increased 12.6% to $24,216,000 during the three months ended May 31, 2026, compared to $21,509,000 for the three months ended May 31, 2025. The year-over-year increase in third quarter sales was primarily driven by increased sales and demand for ZERUST® and Natur-Tec® products. For the nine months ended May 31, 2026, consolidated net sales increased 12.3% to $69,521,000, compared to $61,919,000 for the same period last fiscal year.

The following tables set forth NTIC’s net sales by product category for the three and nine months ended May 31, 2026 and 2025, by segment:

 Three Months Ended May 31, 
 
2026
 % of Net
Sales
 2025
 % of Net
Sales
 %
Change
 
ZERUST®industrial net sales$15,926,269 65.8% $14,440,591 67.1% 10.3% 
ZERUST®oil & gas net sales 2,219,342 9.1%  1,288,046 6.0% 72.3% 
Total ZERUST®net sales$18,145,611 74.9% $15,728,637 73.1% 15.4% 
Total Natur-Tec®net sales 6,070,051 25.1%  5,779,926 26.9% 5.0% 
Total net sales$24,215,662 100.0% $21,508,563 100.0% 12.6% 
 


 Nine Months Ended May 31, 
 
2026
 % of Net
Sales
 
2025
 % of Net
Sales
 %
Change
 
ZERUST®industrial net sales$44,816,138 64.4% $40,965,696 66.2% 9.4% 
ZERUST®oil & gas net sales 7,279,062 10.5%  4,350,761 7.0% 67.3% 
Total ZERUST®net sales$52,095,200 74.9% $45,316,457 73.2% 15.0% 
Total Natur-Tec®net sales 17,426,065 25.1%  16,602,565 26.8% 5.0% 
Total net sales$69,521,265 100.0% $61,919,022 100.0% 12.3% 
                

Net sales at NTIC’s joint ventures, which are not consolidated with NTIC’s financial results, increased 15.1% to $26,708,000 during the three months ended May 31, 2026, compared to $23,212,000 for the three months ended May 31, 2025. NTIC’s total income from joint venture operations increased 12.2% to $2,551,000 during the three months ended May 31, 2026, compared to $2,273,000 during the three months ended May 31, 2025. The $278,000 increase in total income from joint venture operations was primarily due to an increase in sales at NTIC’s joint ventures. Year-to-date, NTIC’s joint venture operating income was $6,869,000, compared to joint venture operating income of $6,378,000 during the nine months ended May 31, 2025. Net sales of NTIC’s joint ventures were $74,723,000 for the nine months ended May 31, 2026, compared to $66,848,000 for the nine months ended May 31, 2025.

Operating expenses, as a percentage of net sales, for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 were 42.0%, compared to 44.9% for the same period last fiscal year. Year-to-date, operating expenses, as a percentage of net sales, were 42.3%, compared to 45.1% for the same period last fiscal year. Operating expenses for the three and nine months ended May 31, 2026 increased 5.3% and 5.2%, respectively. These increases were primarily due to strategic investments in ZERUST® oil and gas marketing and sales efforts.

NTIC recognized $1,140,000 in other income during the nine months ended May 31, 2025, due to the receipt of a cash employee retention credit payment. No other income was recognized during the nine months ended May 31, 2026.

Net loss attributable to NTIC for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 was $263,000, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to net income attributable to NTIC of $122,000, or $0.01 per diluted share, for the same period last fiscal year. Year-to-date, net loss attributable to NTIC was $61,000, or $0.01 per diluted share, compared to net income attributable to NTIC of $1,117,000, or $0.12 per diluted share, for the same period last fiscal year.

NTIC’s non-GAAP adjusted net loss, as set forth in the GAAP reconciliation at the end of this release, was $158,000, or $0.02 per diluted share, for the third quarter of fiscal 2026, compared to non-GAAP adjusted net income of $228,000, or $0.02 per diluted share, for the same quarter last fiscal year. Year-to-date, non-GAAP adjusted net income was $257,000, or $0.02 per diluted share, compared to non-GAAP adjusted net income of $595,000, or $0.07 per diluted share, for the same period last fiscal year.

NTIC had working capital of $19,992,000 as of May 31, 2026, including $7,276,000 in cash and cash equivalents and an outstanding revolving line of credit and current portion of term loan balance of $14,778,000, compared to $20,439,000 of working capital as of August 31, 2025, including $7,251,000 in cash and cash equivalents and an outstanding revolving line of credit and current portion of term loan balance of $12,189,000.

During the third quarter of fiscal 2026, NTIC committed to a plan to sell its Beachwood, Ohio facility, which has historically been used by the Company's ZERUST® segment. NTIC reclassified the carrying value of the property, $869,407, from property, plant and equipment, net, to assets held for sale on its consolidated balance sheet as of May 31, 2026. On May 26, 2026, NTIC received a non-binding letter of intent to purchase the property for $1,150,000 in cash, subject to a customary diligence period and execution of a definitive purchase and sale agreement. The Company expects the sale of the property to close during fiscal 2027.

At May 31, 2026, NTIC had $30,360,000 of investments in joint ventures, of which $16,521,000, or 54.4% was cash, with the remaining balance mostly made up of other working capital. This is compared to $27,139,000 of investments in joint ventures, of which $13,500,000, or 49.7%, is cash, with the remaining balance mostly made up of other working capital at May 31, 2025.

Conference Call and Webcast

NTIC will host a conference call today at 8:00 a.m. Central Time to review its results of operations for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026 and its outlook, followed by a question-and-answer session. The conference call will be available to interested parties through a webcast. To join the live call and ask a question, a participant must register using the URL below.

https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIfceca2e927f94054a3cc6ad549cefed7

Once registered, the participant will receive a dial-in number and unique PIN number to access the call.

The audio-only webcast can be accessed at the following link: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/vqvp3kq8

A link to the webcast is also available on the Investor Relations section of NTIC’s webpage. Participants are advised to go to the website at least 15 minutes early to register, download and install any necessary audio software. For those unable to participate in the live webcast, a replay of the webcast will be archived and accessible for approximately one year on the Investor Relations section of NTIC’s webpage.

About Northern Technologies International Corporation

Northern Technologies International Corporation develops and markets proprietary, environmentally beneficial products and services in over 65 countries either directly or via a network of subsidiaries, joint ventures, independent distributors and agents. NTIC’s primary business is corrosion prevention marketed mainly under the ZERUST® brand. NTIC has been selling its proprietary ZERUST® rust and corrosion inhibiting products and services to the automotive, general industrial, mechanical, mining, agricultural, and retail consumer markets for over 50 years and, more recently, has also expanded into the oil and gas industry. NTIC offers worldwide on-site technical consulting for rust and corrosion prevention issues. NTIC’s technical service consultants work directly with the end users of NTIC’s products to analyze their specific needs and develop systems to meet their technical requirements. NTIC also markets and sells a portfolio of bio-based and biodegradable polymer resin compounds and finished products marketed under the Natur-Tec® brand.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements contained in this release that are not historical information are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include NTIC’s beliefs that its pricing and procurement initiatives will improve gross margin and profitability in the fourth quarter and its expectation that it will execute a definitive agreement for the sale of its Beachwood facility and that the sale would close in fiscal 2027 and result in more than $1.0 million in anticipated proceeds, and other statements that can be identified by words such as “believes,” “continues,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “potential,” “outlook,” “will,” “may,” “would,” “should,” “guidance” or words of similar meaning, and the use of future dates. Such forward-looking statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of NTIC’s management and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or implied. Such potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, in no particular order: the effect of the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict, which has had immediate and substantial effects on global trade, energy markets and financial markets; risks associated with international operations, including NTIC China, exposure to exchange rate fluctuations, tariffs, trade disputes and changes to trade regulation; the health of the U.S. and worldwide economies, including in particular the U.S. automotive industry, decreased exports of automotive products resulting from tariffs between the U.S. and both Mexico and Canada and the evolution towards electric vehicles; the effect of economic uncertainty, recessionary indicators, inflation, increased interest rates and turmoil in the global credit, financial and banking markets or perception thereof; effect of supply chain disruptions; the effect of initiatives to improve gross margin and profitability, including expanding sales of ZERUST® oil and gas solutions and broadening Natur-Tec® applications globally; the risk that the Beachwood facility sale will not be completed or will result in different than anticipated proceeds to NTIC; NTIC’s dependence on its joint ventures, relationships with joint venture partners and their success, including fees and dividend distributions; effect of economic slowdown and political unrest, including the war between Russia and Ukraine and the conflicts in the Middle East; the level of growth in NTIC’s markets; NTIC’s investments in research and development efforts; acceptance of existing and new products; timing of purchase orders under supply contracts; variability in sales to oil and gas customers and effect on quarterly financial results; increased competition; costs and effects of complying with changes in tax, fiscal, government and other regulatory policies, and rules relating to environmental, health and safety matters; and NTIC’s reliance on its intellectual property rights and the absence of infringement of the intellectual property rights of others. More detailed information on these and additional factors which could affect NTIC’s operating and financial results is described in NTIC’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including its annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2025 and subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. NTIC urges all interested parties to read these reports to gain a better understanding of the many business and other risks that it faces. Additionally, NTIC undertakes no obligation to publicly release the results of any revisions to these forward-looking statements, which may be made to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

In addition to the financial measures prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), this release contains non-GAAP financial measures, including adjusted net income (loss) attributable to NTIC and adjusted net income (loss) attributable to NTIC per diluted share. NTIC’s reasons for use of these measures, reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measures and other information are included at the end of this release. Non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for NTIC’s financial results prepared in accordance with GAAP.

NORTHERN TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES 
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS AS OF MAY 31, 2026 (UNAUDITED) AND
AUGUST 31, 2025 (AUDITED)

 May 31, 2026 August 31, 2025 
ASSETS        
CURRENT ASSETS:        
Cash and cash equivalents$7,275,981  $7,250,523  
Receivables:        
    Trade, less allowance for credit losses
       of $310,000 as of May 31, 2026 and $235,000 as of August 31, 2025
 18,684,535   18,443,230  
    Fees for services provided to joint ventures 1,092,660   1,077,552  
    Income taxes 999,127   340,002  
Inventories, net 15,838,761   15,525,230  
Prepaid expenses 3,013,947   1,706,279  
Assets held for sale 869,407     
           Total current assets$47,774,418  $44,342,816  
         
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, NET$14,863,936  $15,183,918  
         
OTHER ASSETS:        
Investments in joint ventures 30,360,084   28,611,777  
Deferred income tax, net 448,023   503,575  
Intangible assets, net 8,310,410   8,827,768  
Goodwill 4,782,376   4,782,376  
Operating lease right of use assets 585,756   493,050  
  Total other assets 44,486,649   43,218,546  
          Total assets$107,125,003  $102,745,280  
         
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY        
CURRENT LIABILITIES:        
Line of credit$11,763,555  $9,329,021  
Term loan, current portion 3,014,086   2,860,256  
Accounts payable 9,350,119   8,044,196  
Income taxes payable 447,177   414,304  
Accrued liabilities:        
    Payroll and related benefits 1,897,674   1,844,817  
    Other 882,578   1,066,761  
Current portion of operating leases 427,639   344,739  
         Total current liabilities$27,782,828  $23,904,094  
LONG-TERM LIABILITIES:        
Deferred income tax, net 1,513,166   1,513,166  
Term loans, noncurrent portion 389,236   466,984  
Operating leases, less current portion 158,117   148,311  
         Total long-term liabilities$2,060,519  $2,128,461  
         
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES        
         
EQUITY:        
Preferred stock, no par value; authorized 10,000 shares; none issued and outstanding      
Common stock, $0.02 par value per share; authorized 15,000,000 shares;
    issued and outstanding 9,496,440 and 9,475,490 as of May 31, 2026 and August
    31, 2025, respectively
 189,929   189,510  
Additional paid-in capital 26,046,779   25,056,976  
Retained earnings 52,022,946   52,273,469  
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (5,434,794)  (5,371,201) 
         Stockholders’ equity 72,824,860   72,148,754  
Non-controlling interests 4,456,796   4,563,971  
         Total equity 77,281,656   76,712,725  
         Total liabilities and equity$107,125,003  $102,745,280  
  

NORTHERN TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (UNAUDITED)
FOR THE THREE AND NINE MONTHS ENDED MAY 31, 2026 AND 2025

 Three Months Ended May 31, Nine Months Ended May 31, 
 2026
 2025
 2026
 2025
 
NET SALES:                
Net sales$24,215,662  $21,508,563  $69,521,265  $61,919,022  
Cost of goods sold 16,072,498   13,249,123   45,136,589   38,701,045  
   Gross profit 8,143,164   8,259,440   24,384,676   23,217,977  
                 
JOINT VENTURE OPERATIONS:                
Equity in income from joint ventures 1,517,174   970,314   3,839,960   2,720,637  
Fees for services provided to joint ventures 1,033,786   1,302,598   3,028,942   3,656,980  
   Total income from joint venture operations 2,550,960   2,272,912   6,868,902   6,377,617  
                 
OPERATING EXPENSES:                
Selling expenses 4,647,548   4,593,226   13,732,822   13,071,122  
General and administrative expenses 4,324,275   3,933,696   12,085,935   11,113,008  
Research and development expenses 1,206,971   1,138,243   3,603,085   3,770,539  
   Total operating expenses 10,178,794   9,665,165   29,421,842   27,954,669  
                 
OPERATING INCOME 515,330   867,187   1,831,736   1,640,925  
                 
INTEREST INCOME 64,089   37,821   166,899   273,544  
INTEREST EXPENSE (203,872)  (162,096)  (600,489)  (421,471) 
OTHER INCOME          1,139,756  
                 
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE 375,547   742,912   1,398,146   2,632,754  
                 
INCOME TAX EXPENSE 392,802   410,461   733,321   903,529  
                 
NET (LOSS) INCOME (17,255)  332,451   664,825   1,729,225  
                 
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO
      NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS
 246,036   210,676   725,620   612,040  
                 
NET (LOSS) INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO NTIC$(263,291) $121,775  $(60,795) $1,117,185  
                 
NET (LOSS) INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO NTIC
      PER COMMON SHARE:
                
                               Basic$(0.03) $0.01  $(0.01) $0.12  
                               Diluted$(0.03) $0.01  $(0.01) $0.12  
                 
WEIGHTED AVERAGE COMMON SHARES                
      ASSUMED OUTSTANDING:                
                               Basic 9,496,439   9,474,363   9,490,751   9,475,967  
                               Diluted 9,496,439   9,539,766   9,490,751   9,686,646  
CASH DIVIDENDS DECLARED PER COMMON
SHARE
$0.00  $0.01  $0.02  $0.15  
 

NORTHERN TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES
(UNAUDITED, EXCEPT SHARE AND PER SHARE AMOUNTS)

The accompanying press release contains certain non-GAAP financial measures, including adjusted net (loss) income attributable to NTIC and adjusted net (loss) income attributable to NTIC per diluted share, which are not calculated or presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (GAAP). These non-GAAP financial measures are supplemental information and in addition to the financial measures presented in the accompanying release that are calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP. NTIC uses non-GAAP financial measures as supplemental measures of performance and believes these measures facilitate operating performance comparisons from period to period and company to company by factoring out potential differences caused by non-recurring, unusual or infrequent charges not related to NTIC’s regular, ongoing business and other non-cash charges. NTIC also believes that the presentation of certain non-GAAP financial measures provides useful information to investors in evaluating the company’s operations, period over period. Such non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered superior to, as a substitute for, or as an alternative to, and should be considered in conjunction with, the GAAP financial measures presented in the release. The non-GAAP financial measures in the accompanying release may differ from similar measures used by other companies.

The following is a reconciliation of NTIC’s reported net (loss) income attributable to NTIC and reported net (loss) income attributable to NTIC per diluted common share to adjusted net (loss) income attributable to NTIC and adjusted net (loss) income attributable to NTIC per diluted common share, in each case, as adjusted to exclude the contribution from the receipt of an employee retention credit (ERC) payment and amortization expense.

 
Three Months Ended May 31,
 
Nine Months Ended May 31,
 
 2026
 2025
 2026
 2025
 
Net (loss) income, as reported$(263,291) $121,775 $(60,795) $1,117,185  
Adjustments for adjusted net (loss) income:               
Other income from ERC -   -  -   (1,139,756) 
Bonus expense impact from ERC -   -  -   300,000  
Amortization expense 105,783   105,783  317,349   317,349  
                
Non-GAAP adjusted net (loss) income$(157,508) $227,558 $256,554  $594,778  
                
Weighted average shares outstanding (diluted) 9,496,439   9,539,766  9,490,751   9,686,646  
Diluted net (loss) income per share, as reported (0.03)  0.01  (0.01)  0.12  
Adjustments for adjusted net (loss) income, net of
tax impact, per diluted share
 0.01   0.01  0.03   (0.05) 
Non-GAAP adjusted net (loss) income per diluted
share
$(0.02) $0.02 $0.02  $0.07  
 

Investor and Media Contact:
Matthew Wolsfeld, CFO
NTIC
(763) 225-6600

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