SurgePays (NASDAQ: SURG) expects Q2 10-Q within 5-day extension

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

SurgePays, Inc. filed a Form 12b-25 to notify a delay in submitting its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company cites a delay in completing its financial statements and other disclosures, and its independent registered public accounting firm needs additional time to complete its review. SurgePays anticipates filing the Form 10-Q no later than the fifth calendar day after the prescribed filing date of August 14, 2026.

Key Figures

Quarter End: June 30, 2026 Original Filing Date: August 14, 2026 Extension Period: fifth calendar day +1 more

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Quarter End June 30, 2026 Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q that is being filed late

Original Filing Date August 14, 2026 Prescribed due date for the Form 10-Q

Extension Period fifth calendar day Company anticipates filing within this period after the due date

CEO Signature Date August 17, 2026 Date the notification was signed by the Chief Executive Officer

Key Terms

Form 12b-25, unreasonable effort or expense, Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, independent registered public accounting firm

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Form 12b-25 regulatory

"FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING"

Form 12b-25 is a notice a publicly traded company files with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission when it cannot deliver a required periodic report (like a quarterly or annual financial report) on time. It explains the reason for the delay and gives the company a short, temporary window to finish the report without being marked as delinquent; investors watch it because late filings can signal accounting, operational, or control issues that may affect a company’s reliability and stock risk, much like a missed homework deadline can raise concerns about a student’s preparedness.

unreasonable effort or expense regulatory

"was unable, without unreasonable effort or expense, to file its Quarterly Report"

Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q regulatory

"to file its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended"

A quarterly report on Form 10-Q is a standardized financial filing public companies must submit to U.S. regulators every three months, summarizing recent financial results, cash flows, balance sheet changes, operations and material risks or legal developments. Investors treat it like a company report card that shows up-to-date facts rather than marketing copy, helping them track performance, spot trends, reassess risk and make buy or sell decisions.

independent registered public accounting firm financial

"its independent registered public accounting firm requires additional time"

An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.

FAQ

Why did SURG file a Form 12b-25 for its June 30, 2026 quarter?

SurgePays, Inc. filed Form 12b-25 because it could not file its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 on time. The company is still completing its financial statements and disclosures, and its auditor needs more time to finish the review.

Which report is delayed for SurgePays, Inc. (SURG)?

The delayed report is SurgePays’ Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company indicates it is finalizing required financial information and disclosures before the report can be submitted.

When does SurgePays (SURG) expect to file the delayed Form 10-Q?

SurgePays anticipates filing the Form 10-Q no later than the fifth calendar day after the prescribed filing date of August 14, 2026. This timing is consistent with the extension period available under Form 12b-25 for quarterly reports.

What reasons did SurgePays (SURG) give for the late Form 10-Q filing?

SurgePays states it was unable, without unreasonable effort or expense, to complete its financial statements and other required disclosures in time. Its independent registered public accounting firm also requires additional time to complete the quarterly review.

Does the SurgePays (SURG) NT 10-Q mention auditor involvement?

Yes. SurgePays notes that its independent registered public accounting firm needs additional time to complete its review of the financial statements for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, which contributes to the filing delay.

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING	OMB APPROVAL
	OMB Number: 3235-0058
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	SEC FILE NUMBER
	001-40992
	CUSIP NUMBER 86882L204

(Check one):		☐ Form 10-K ☐ Form 20-F ☐ Form 11-K ☒ Form 10-Q ☐ Form 10-D ☐ Form N-SAR ☐ Form N-CSR
		For Period Ended: June 30, 2026
		☐ Transition Report on Form 10-K
		☐ Transition Report on Form 20-F
		☐ Transition Report on Form 11-K
		☐ Transition Report on Form 10-Q
		☐ Transition Report on Form N-SAR
		For the Transition Period Ended:

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Nothing in this form shall be construed to imply that the Commission has verified any information contained herein.

If the notification relates to a portion of the filing checked above, identify the Item(s) to which the notification relates:

PART I — REGISTRANT INFORMATION

SurgePays, Inc.

Full Name of Registrant

Former Name if Applicable

3124 Brother Blvd., Suite 104

Address of Principal Executive Office (Street and Number)

Bartlett TN 38133

City, State and Zip Code

PART II — RULES 12b-25(b) AND (c)

If the subject report could not be filed without unreasonable effort or expense and the registrant seeks relief pursuant to Rule 12b-25(b), the following should be completed. (Check box if appropriate)

☒	(a)	The reasons described in reasonable detail in Part III of this form could not be eliminated without unreasonable effort or expense;
	(b)	The subject annual report, semi-annual report, transition report on Form 10-K, Form 20-F, Form 11-K, Form N-SAR or Form N-CSR, or portion thereof, will be filed on or before the fifteenth calendar day following the prescribed due date; or the subject quarterly report of transition report on Form 10-Q or subject distribution report on Form 10-D, or portion thereof will be filed on or before the fifth calendar day following the prescribed due date; and
	(c)	The accountant’s statement or other exhibit required by Rule 12b-25(c) has been attached if applicable.

PART III — NARRATIVE

State below in reasonable detail the reasons why Forms 10-K, 20-F, 11-K, 10-Q, 10-D, N-SAR, N-CSR, or the transition report or portion thereof, could not be filed within the prescribed time period.

SurgePays, Inc. (the “Registrant”) was unable, without unreasonable effort or expense, to file its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 (the “Quarterly Report”) by the August 14, 2026, filing date due to a delay experienced by the Registrant in completing its financial statements and other disclosures in the Quarterly Report. As a result, the Registrant is still in the process of compiling required information to complete the Quarterly Report, and its independent registered public accounting firm requires additional time to complete its review of the financial statements for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, to be incorporated in the Quarterly Report. The Registrant anticipates that it will file the Quarterly Report no later than the fifth calendar day following the prescribed filing date.

PART IV — OTHER INFORMATION

(1) Name and telephone number of person to contact in regard to this notification

	Kevin Brian Cox		(901)		302-9587
	(Name)		(Area Code)		(Telephone Number)

(2)	Have all other periodic reports required under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or Section 30 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 during the preceding 12 months or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such report(s) been filed? If answer is no, identify report(s).
	Yes ☒ No ☐
(3)	Is it anticipated that any significant change in results of operations from the corresponding period for the last fiscal year will be reflected by the earnings statements to be included in the subject report or portion thereof?
	Yes ☐ No ☒
	If so, attach an explanation of the anticipated change, both narratively and quantitatively, and, if appropriate, state the reasons why a reasonable estimate of the results cannot be made.

SURGEPAYS, INC.

(Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

has caused this notification to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Date: August 17, 2026	By:	/s/ Kevin Brian Cox
	Name:	Kevin Brian Cox
	Title:	Chief Executive Officer