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Red Cat (NASDAQ: RCAT) revenue jumps 161% in 2025 as net loss widens

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Red Cat Holdings reported a breakout 2025 with rapid growth but heavy losses. Full-year revenue reached $40.7 million, up 161% from $15.6 million. Fourth-quarter revenue was $26.2 million, a 1,985% increase from $1.3 million and up 172% sequentially, reflecting accelerating demand for its defense drone and robotic systems.

The company remained unprofitable, posting a 2025 net loss of $72.1 million, deeper than the $53.5 million loss in 2024, and an adjusted EBITDA loss of $51.3 million. Operating cash outflow was $89.1 million, but Red Cat ended 2025 with a much stronger liquidity position, as cash rose to $167.9 million from $9.2 million, largely driven by $234.3 million of net equity issuance and new convertible notes.

Red Cat significantly expanded its manufacturing footprint to 254,000 square feet across BlueOps, FlightWave, and Teal, and highlighted major business milestones including new Black Widow™ drone orders from a second Asia-Pacific ally and the launch of its FANG™ FPV platform and new uncrewed surface vessels. Management emphasized a strategy focused on scaling production, advancing autonomy, and broadening global defense customer relationships.

Positive

  • Exceptional revenue growth: 2025 revenue rose 161% to $40.7 million, with Q4 revenue jumping 1,985% year over year to $26.2 million, indicating rapidly accelerating demand for Red Cat’s defense drone and robotic solutions.
  • Strengthened balance sheet and capacity: Cash increased to $167.9 million from $9.2 million, supported by $234.3 million of equity issuance, while production capacity expanded to 254,000 square feet to support future scaling.

Negative

  • Significant ongoing losses: Net loss widened to $72.1 million in 2025 from $53.5 million, with adjusted EBITDA at a negative $51.3 million, showing profitability remains far from breakeven despite strong revenue growth.
  • Heavy cash burn from operations: Net cash used in operating activities was $89.1 million for 2025, highlighting substantial cash consumption to support expansion and raising execution risk if growth slows.

Insights

Explosive revenue growth and cash influx, but losses and cash burn remain substantial.

Red Cat delivered sharp top-line expansion, with 2025 revenue of $40.7M, up 161%, and Q4 revenue of $26.2M, up 1,985% year over year and 172% sequentially. This shift reflects rapid scaling in defense drone and robotic contracts, including new Black Widow™ orders from a second Asia-Pacific ally.

Profitability lags far behind growth. The company reported a 2025 net loss of $72.1M and adjusted EBITDA of $(51.3)M, with operating cash outflow of $89.1M. Operating expenses more than doubled to $67.9M, driven by R&D, sales and marketing, and G&A, suggesting a deliberate investment phase rather than cost containment.

Liquidity is a clear bright spot: cash increased to $167.9M from $9.2M, helped by $234.3M in net equity issuance and $14.4M in new convertible notes. This supports the 520% uplift in production capacity and a total of 254,000 square feet of facilities as of December 31, 2025. Future filings will clarify whether revenue can continue scaling fast enough to narrow losses as this expanded footprint is utilized.

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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): March 18, 2026
Red Cat Holdings, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Nevada001-4020288-0490034
(State or other jurisdiction
 of incorporation)
(Commission
 File Number)
(I.R.S. Employer
 Identification No.)
2800 S West Temple, Suite 5
 South Salt Lake, UT
(Address of principal executive offices)
84115
(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (800) 466-9152
Not Applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
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Common stock, par value $0.001RCAT
The Nasdaq Capital 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).
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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 March 18, 2026, Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release and will hold a conference call regarding its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.
The information furnished with this Item 2.02, including Exhibit 99.1, 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 into any other 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.
d)Exhibits.
Exhibit
No.
Description
99.1
Press release dated March 18, 2026
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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.
RED CAT HOLDINGS, INC.
Dated: March 18, 2026By:/s/ Jeffrey Thompson
Name:Jeffrey Thompson
Title:Chief Executive Officer


Exhibit 99.1
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RED CAT REPORTS RECORD Q4 REVENUE GROWTH AND 161% FULL-YEAR REVENUE INCREASE YoY; INCREASED PRODUCTION CAPACITY BY 520% WITH MOMENTUM BUILDING INTO 2026
SALT LAKE CITY, UT., March 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCAT) ("Red Cat" or the "Company"), a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense and national security, reports its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025.
Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Financial Highlights
Fourth quarter 2025 total revenue was $26.2 million, representing an increase of 1,985% or $24.9 million from $1.3 million in the prior year.
Fourth quarter 2025 total revenue increased sequentially by 172% to $26.2 million.
Full-year 2025 total revenue was $40.7 million, representing an increase of 161% or $25.1 million from $15.6 million in the prior year.
Business Highlights
Secured new orders for Black Widow™ drones from an Asia-Pacific ally. This is the second Asia-Pacific ally to recently order Black Widow systems for military use.
Across divisions, Red Cat expanded BlueOps to 166,000 sq. ft., expanded FlightWave to 51,000 sq. ft., expanded Teal to 37,000 sq. ft. Red Cat achieved total capacity of 254,000 sq. ft. as of December 31, 2025.
Red Cat’s Innovation Day on February 27, 2026 showcased its transformation into a true multi‑domain autonomous defense platform, highlighted by the launch and live demonstration of its new USVs operating seamlessly with Black Widow drones, and reinforced by massive manufacturing scale‑up efforts across air and maritime systems.
Strengthened ecosystem of defense partners - including an expanded partnership with AeroVironment and established a new partnership with Redwire - to integrate Black Widow™ and FANG™ into broader mission-system architectures, enhancing interoperability, modularity, and deployment flexibility.

“2025 was a transformative year for Red Cat as we strengthened our position as a trusted provider of advanced drone solutions for defense and government customers,” said Jeff Thompson, CEO of Red Cat. “We delivered year-over-year revenue growth of 161%, launched our FANG™ FPV platform, and expanded our Army relationship, and received our first order for 100 Black Widows through the NSPA - a major milestone that underscores growing international demand for our products."
"Our continued and deliberate investments in innovation, manufacturing scale, and strategic partnerships are delivering tangible results. At our inaugural Innovation Day last month, we discussed how well-positioned we remain to rapidly scale production across drones and USVs - which are supported by our major facility expansions in order to capitalize on the expanding addressable market across multi-domain defense."
"As we head into 2026, we continue to see strong momentum in customer engagement and contract activity, validating both our technology roadmap and our long‑term growth strategy. Our focus is clear: scaling production capacity to meet surging demand, advancing our autonomy roadmap, and expanding our customer base both domestically and with allied nations. We're not just responding to market opportunities - we're defining the future of American-made tactical drone systems. This is an exciting phase for Red Cat as we turn innovation into scale and opportunity.”



Balance Sheet
Cash at December 31, 2025 totaled $167.9 million, compared to $9.2 million at December 31, 2024.
Inventory and prepaid inventory at December 31, 2025 totaled $30.4 million, compared to $13.6 million at December 31, 2024.
Conference Call Details
Red Cat will host a live video webinar to discuss its 2025 financial results at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Time) on March 18, 2026. Participants may register in advance to join the live Video Webinar on Zoom at Red Cat's Investor Relations website at https://ir.redcatholdings.com/news-events. Log-in instructions will be available after registering for the event. An archived replay of the event will be available on Red Cat’s investor relations website beginning approximately two hours after the call concludes.
About Red Cat Holdings, Inc.
Red Cat (Nasdaq: RCAT) is a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense and national security. Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, Teal Drones and FlightWave Aerospace, Red Cat develops American-made hardware and software that support military, government, and public safety operations across air, land, and sea. Its Family of Systems, led by Black Widow™, delivers unmatched tactical capabilities in small, unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS). Expanding into the maritime domain through Blue Ops, Inc., Red Cat is also innovating in uncrewed surface vessels (USVs), delivering integrated platforms designed to enhance safety and multi-domain mission effectiveness. Learn more at www.redcat.red.
Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, contained in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release may be identified by the use of words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “seek,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “target,” “aim,” “should,” “will” “would,” or the negative of these words or other similar expressions, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to the expected timing of the offering and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions related to the offerings, and our intended use of proceeds from the offering. Forward-looking statements are based on Red Cat Holdings, Inc.’s current expectations and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Further, certain forward-looking statements are based on assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. These and other risks and uncertainties are described more fully in the section titled “Risk Factors” in the Form 10-KT filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 31, 2025, Red Cat's quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and the other filings Red Cat makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of this date, and Red Cat Holdings, Inc. undertakes no duty to update such information except as required under applicable law.
Contact:
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RED CAT HOLDINGS, INC.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)
(In thousands)
December 31,
2025
2024
ASSETS
Cash
$
167,865 
$
9,154 
Accounts receivable, net
26,155 
489 
Inventory, including prepaid inventory
30,394 
13,593 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
2,524 
2,562 
Total current assets
226,938 
25,798 
Goodwill and intangible assets, net
24,590 
26,124 
Property and equipment, net
7,797 
1,881 
Other
1,227 
310 
Operating lease right-of-use assets
13,125 
1,491 
Total long-term assets
46,739 
29,806 
TOTAL ASSETS
$
273,677 
$
55,604 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
$
8,706 
$
3,290 
Debt obligations - short term
350 
350 
Contract liabilities and deposits
261 
227 
Operating lease liabilities
1,011 
312 
Convertible notes payable
4,518 
— 
Total current liabilities
14,846 
4,179 
Deferred income taxes
443 
— 
Operating lease liabilities
12,556 
1,306 
Total long-term liabilities
12,999 
1,306 
Total liabilities
27,845 
5,485 
Stockholders’ equity
442,652 
174,864 
Accumulated deficit
(196,820)
(124,745)
Total stockholders’ equity
245,832 
50,119 
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
$
273,677 
$
55,604 








Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
(In thousands)
For the Three Months Ended December 31,
For the Year Ended December 31,
2025
2024*
2025
2024*
Revenues, net
$
26,235 
$
1,258 
$
40,729 
$
15,584 
Cost of goods sold
25,122 
2,285 
39,455 
15,614 
Gross profit (loss)
1,113 
(1,027)
1,274 
(30)
Operating Expenses:
Research and development
4,891 
3,235 
17,890 
8,073 
Sales and marketing
3,619 
3,929 
13,106 
9,512 
General and administrative
16,543 
4,868 
36,875 
14,799 
Impairment loss
— 
— 
— 
506 
Total operating expenses
25,053 
12,032 
67,871 
32,890 
Operating loss
(23,940)
(13,059)
(66,597)
(32,920)
Interest (income) expense, net
(1,730)
— 
(2,711)
39 
Other (income) expense, net
(2,303)
13,082 
7,746 
19,183 
Total other (income) expense, net
(4,033)
13,082 
5,035 
19,222 
Net loss from continuing operations
(19,907)
(26,141)
(71,632)
(52,142)
Income tax (benefit) expense
(251)
— 
443
— 
Loss from discontinued operations
— 
— 
— 
(1,373)
Net loss
$
(19,656)
$
(26,141)
$
(72,075)
$
(53,515)
Loss per share - basic and diluted
$
(0.17)
$
(0.33)
$
(0.73)
$
(0.70)
Weighted average shares outstanding - basic and diluted
119,445 
79,657 
98,957 
75,963 

*The Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations for the fourth quarter 2024 and calendar year 2024 have not been previously presented. The Company included the prior calendar periods for comparability purposes.



Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)
For the Year Ended December 31, 2025
For the Year Ended December 31, 2024*
(In thousands)
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Net loss from continuing operations
$
(72,075)
$
(51,936)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash from operations:
Stock based compensation
10,562 
5,698 
Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets
2,265 
2,098 
Deferred income taxes
443 
— 
Payments of taxes related to equity transactions
(982)
(942)
Loss on sale of equity method investment and note receivable
— 
4,008 
Gain on divestiture of consumer segment
— 
(9,642)
Impairment on equity method investment
— 
11,354 
Equity method loss
— 
1,238 
Impairment on goodwill and intangible assets
— 
506 
Convertible note payable fair value adjustment
11,444 
13,121 
Gain on extinguishment of convertible notes payable
(3,211)
— 
Changes in operating assets and liabilities
Accounts receivable
(25,666)
603 
Inventory
(10,501)
(835)
Prepaid inventory
(6,300)
634 
Prepaid expenses and other
(879)
(1,144)
Operating lease right-of-use assets and liabilities
315 
Contract liabilities and deposits
34 
(15)
Accounts payable
1,569 
(102)
Accrued expenses
3,848 
262 
Net cash used in operating activities
(89,134)
(25,089)
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Purchases of property and equipment
(6,647)
(183)
Proceeds from divestiture of consumer segment
— 
1,000 
Proceeds from sale of equity method investment and note receivable
— 
4,400 
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities
(6,647)
5,217 
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Proceeds from issuance of convertible notes payable, net of issuance costs
14,433 
13,456 
Proceeds from issuance of common stock, net
234,339 
— 
Redemption of convertible notes payable
(1,650)
— 
Payments under debt obligations
— 
(598)
Proceeds from exercise of stock options and warrants
7,370 
6,325 
Net cash provided by financing activities
254,492 
19,183 
Net cash used in discontinued operations
— 
(195)
Net increase (decrease) in cash
158,711 
(884)
Cash, beginning of period
9,154 
10,038 
Cash, end of period
$
167,865 
$
9,154 

*The Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations for the fourth quarter 2024 and calendar year 2024 have not been previously presented. The Company included the prior calendar periods for comparability purposes.




Reconciliation of Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA (Unaudited)
(In thousands)
Three Months Ended
Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2025
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2025
December 31, 2024
Net loss
$
(19,656)
$
(26,141)
$
(72,075)
$
(53,515)
Adjustments:
Income tax (benefit) expense
(251)
— 
443 
— 
Interest (income) expense, net
(1,730)
— 
(2,711)
39 
Depreciation and amortization
611 
887 
2,265 
2,098 
Other (income) expense, net(1)
(2,303)
13,082 
7,746 
19,183 
Impairment loss(2)
— 
— 
— 
506 
Restructuring costs(3)
44 
— 
120 
30 
Stock based compensation
3,307 
2,657 
10,562 
5,698 
Non-routine legal expenses(4)
2,214 
81 
2,399 
244 
Other adjustment items(5)
— 
250 
— 
250 
Adjusted EBITDA
$
(17,764)
$
(9,184)
$
(51,251)
$
(25,467)

(1) Other (income) expense, net. Represents convertible note payable fair value adjustment, gain on extinguishment of convertible notes payable, loss on sale of equity method investment, equity method loss, and other income, net.
(2) Impairment loss. Represents an impairment charge to goodwill and or intangible assets.
(3) Restructuring costs. Represents restructuring costs incurred for cost reduction actions which may include employee termination costs, facility shut-down related costs, costs for unused, excess or exited facilities.
(4) Non-routine legal expenses. Represents external legal expenses incurred in connection with pending legal settlements and other legal related matters.
(5) Other adjustment items. Represents other adjustments that are non-recurring and outside the normal course of operations that do not readily fall into any other categories.


Notice Regarding Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release contains Non-GAAP financial measures, including Adjusted EBITDA (which excludes, among other things, income tax expenses (benefits), net interest (income) expenses, depreciation and amortization, other expenses (income), impairment losses, restructuring related items, stock based compensation expense, non-routine legal expenses, and any other one-time adjustments. The Company’s management uses these non-GAAP financial measures, along with the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures, in evaluating the Company’s performance, capital resources and cash flow. Non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, financial information presented in compliance with GAAP, and investors should carefully evaluate the Company’s financial results calculated in accordance with GAAP and reconciliations to those financial results. In addition, non-GAAP financial measures as reported by the Company may not be comparable to similarly titled amounts reported by other companies. As appropriate, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures and information reconciling these non-GAAP financial measures to the Company’s financial results prepared in accordance with GAAP are included in this news release.


 

FAQ

How did Red Cat Holdings (RCAT) perform financially in 2025?

Red Cat grew strongly in 2025 but remained unprofitable. Revenue reached $40.7 million, up 161% from $15.6 million in 2024. However, the company reported a net loss of $72.1 million and an adjusted EBITDA loss of $51.3 million over the same period.

What were Red Cat Holdings’ Q4 2025 revenue results?

Red Cat posted explosive Q4 2025 revenue growth. Fourth-quarter revenue was $26.2 million, a 1,985% increase from $1.3 million in the prior-year quarter and 172% sequential growth, reflecting accelerating demand for its defense-focused drone and robotic systems.

Is Red Cat Holdings (RCAT) profitable based on its latest results?

No, Red Cat is not yet profitable. For 2025, the company recorded a net loss of $72.1 million and an adjusted EBITDA loss of $51.3 million, despite strong revenue growth, indicating that operating expenses and scaling investments still outweigh gross profit.

What is Red Cat Holdings’ cash position and financing activity?

Red Cat ended 2025 with a much stronger cash position. Cash increased to $167.9 million from $9.2 million, primarily due to $234.3 million of net common stock issuance and $14.4 million of convertible notes, offsetting significant operating cash outflows.

How is Red Cat Holdings expanding its production capacity?

Red Cat has significantly scaled its manufacturing footprint. By December 31, 2025, it expanded BlueOps to 166,000 square feet, FlightWave to 51,000 square feet, and Teal to 37,000 square feet, reaching 254,000 square feet of total capacity to support future growth.

What are the key growth drivers for Red Cat Holdings’ revenue?

Growth is driven by defense-focused drones, USVs, and new contracts. The company highlighted strong demand for its Black Widow™ drones, including orders from a second Asia-Pacific ally, the FANG™ FPV platform launch, and expansion into maritime uncrewed surface vessels via Blue Ops.

What non-GAAP metric does Red Cat Holdings use and why?

Red Cat uses adjusted EBITDA as a key non-GAAP measure. Adjusted EBITDA excludes items like interest, taxes, depreciation, stock-based compensation, non-routine legal expenses, and other one-time adjustments to help management evaluate performance, capital resources, and cash flow alongside GAAP results.

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