Universal Security Instruments reports increased sales but a net loss for the third quarter and nine months ending December 31, 2024.
Quiver AI Summary
Universal Security Instruments, Inc. announced its financial results for the fiscal third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2024, reporting an 18.9% increase in sales to $5.54 million compared to the previous year, but a net loss of $936,639, down from a net income of $102,176. Year-to-date sales rose 15% to $17.34 million, while the company posted a net loss of $801,867, a decline from a net income of $80,881 in the same period of 2023. CEO Harvey Grossblatt attributed the losses to bulk sales of obsolete inventory and high expenses related to an ongoing asset purchase agreement with Feit Electric Company. The company is seeking shareholder approval for the asset sale, which it anticipates may occur in the second quarter of 2025. If the sale is not approved, the company may consider delisting from the NYSE MKT and terminating its reporting obligations.
Potential Positives
- Sales increased 18.9% to $5,535,148 for the three months ended December 31, 2024, compared to the same period last year.
- For the nine months ended December 31, 2024, sales increased 15.0% to $17,336,933 compared to the prior year.
- The company is pursuing an Asset Purchase Agreement with Feit Electric Company, which is expected to drive long-term value for shareholders if approved.
Potential Negatives
- Despite an increase in sales, the company reported a significant net loss of $936,639 for the quarter and $801,867 for the nine months, contrasting sharply with the net income achieved in the same periods the previous year.
- The announcement of a potential asset sale raises concerns about the company's financial stability, as it may indicate that they are struggling to maintain profitability on their own.
- The company's accumulated deficit has increased to $8,747,810, highlighting ongoing financial difficulties and putting pressure on future operations.
FAQ
What were Universal Security Instruments' recent sales figures?
For the three months ending December 31, 2024, sales increased by 18.9% to $5,535,148 compared to last year's $4,654,978.
What was the net loss for Universal Security Instruments?
The company reported a net loss of $936,639, or $0.40 per share, compared to a net income of $102,176 last year.
What prompted Universal Security Instruments' recent asset sale?
The asset sale to Feit Electric Company was approved to drive long-term value for shareholders amid inventory challenges.
What is the impact of the asset sale on Universal Security Instruments?
If the asset sale is not approved, the company may consider delisting from NYSE MKT and terminating federal reporting obligations.
Who can assist shareholders with voting on the asset sale?
Shareholders can contact Laurel Hill Advisory Group LLC at 1-888-742-1305 for assistance in voting their shares.
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Full Release
OWINGS MILLS, Md., Feb. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Universal Security Instruments, Inc. (NYSE AMEX: UUU) today announced results for its fiscal third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2024.
For the three months ended December 31, 2024, sales increased 18.9% to $5,535,148 compared to sales of $4,654,978 for the same period last year. The Company reported a net loss of $936,639, or $0.40 per basic and diluted share, compared to net income of $102,176 or $0.04 per basic and diluted share for the same period last year.
For the nine months ended December 31, 2024, sales increased 15.0% to $17,336,933 versus $15,071,204 for the same period last year. The Company reported a net loss of $801,867, or $0.35 per basic and diluted share, compared to net income of $80,881 or $0.03, per basic and diluted share for the corresponding 2023 period.
Harvey Grossblatt, CEO said: “As previously reported, on October 29, 2024, the Company entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement with Feit Electric Company, Inc. The quarterly and year-to-date results for the periods ended December 31, 2024, were lower due to bulk sales of excess and obsolete inventory at reduced gross profit margins and substantial expenses which we incurred in the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2024, in furtherance of the potential asset sale. The Company expects to continue business as usual while it seeks shareholder approval of the potential sale and closing of the Asset Purchase Agreement which, if approved, is expected to occur in the second quarter of calendar 2025.”
Mr. Grossblatt added: “Our Board approved the asset sale to Feit after much consideration to allow the Company to drive long-term value for our shareholders. If the asset sale is not approved, the Company will need to consider alternatives, including delisting its shares from the NYSE MKT and terminating its periodic reporting obligations under the federal securities laws.” For assistance in voting your shares, please call our proxy solicitor, Laurel Hill Advisory Group LLC, at 1-888-742-1305.
UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC. is a U.S.-based manufacturer and distributor of safety and security devices. Founded in 1969, the Company has an over 56-year heritage of developing innovative and easy-to-install products, including smoke, fire and carbon monoxide alarms. For more information on Universal Security Instruments, visit our website at
www.universalsecurity.com
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UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) | |||||
Three Months Ended December 31, | |||||
2024 | 2023 | ||||
Sales | $ | 5,535,148 | $ | 4,654,978 | |
Net (loss) income | (936,639 | ) | 102,176 | ||
(Loss) Earnings per share: | |||||
Basic and diluted | $ | ( 0.40 | ) | $ | 0.04 |
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding: | |||||
Basic and diluted | 2,312,887 | 2,312,887 | |||
Nine Months Ended December 31, | |||||
2024 | 2023 | ||||
Sales | $ | 17,336,933 | $ | 15,071,204 | |
Net (loss) income | (801,867 | ) | 80,881 | ||
(Loss) Earnings per share: | |||||
Basic and diluted | $ | (0.35 | ) | $ | 0.03 |
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding: | |||||
Basic and diluted | 2,312,887 | 2,312,887 | |||
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (UNAUDITED) | ||||||
ASSETS | ||||||
Dec. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 | |||||
Cash | $ | 58,882 | $ | 39,178 | ||
Accounts receivable and amount due from factor | 3,277,573 | 3,353,127 | ||||
Inventory | 6,060,327 | 4,880,508 | ||||
Prepaid expense | 123,744 | 399,318 | ||||
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS | 9,520,526 | 8,672,131 | ||||
PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS–NET | 67,861 | 231,823 | ||||
OTHER ASSETS | - | - | ||||
TOTAL ASSETS | $ | 9,588,387 | $ | 8,903,954 | ||
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY | ||||||
Line of credit – factor. Short-term portion of operating lease liability Accounts payable | $ | 1,499,653 53,289 3,431,950 | $ | 1,121,064 156,851 1,878,990 | ||
Accrued liabilities | 442,335 | 254,062 | ||||
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES | 5,427,227 | 3,410,967 | ||||
LONG TERM PORTION OF OPERATING LEASE LIABILITY | - | 53,289 | ||||
TOTAL LONG-TERM LIABILITIES | - | 53,289 | ||||
SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY: | ||||||
Common stock, $.01 par value per share; authorized 20,000,000 shares; issued and outstanding 2,312,887 at December 31, 2024 and 2023 | 23,129 | 23,129 | ||||
Additional paid-in capital | 12,885,841 | 12,885,841 | ||||
Accumulated Deficit | (8,747,810 | ) | (7,469,272 | ) | ||
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY | 4,161,160 | 5,439,698 | ||||
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY | $ | 9,588,387 | $ | 8,903,954 | ||
Contact: Harvey Grossblatt, CEO
Universal Security Instruments, Inc.
(410) 363-3000, Ext. 224
or
Zachary Mizener
Lambert & Co.
(315) 529-2348
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