AUM Growth
Average assets under management were $1.63 billion for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, a 15% increase versus the same quarter a year ago.
Revenue and Profitability Improvement
Operating revenues were $2.8 million for the quarter, up ~31% year-over-year. Quarterly net income was $2.6–$2.7 million (reported as $0.23 per share), a favorable change of approximately $3.1 million from a net loss of $382,000 in the prior-year quarter.
Operating Expense Reduction
Operating expenses decreased by $322,000 (11%) year-over-year, driven by an 11% ($143,000) reduction in employee compensation and a 57% ($138,000) decline in advertising expense (reflecting elevated prior-year launch costs).
Improved Operating Income and Other Income Gains
Operating income improved to $88,000 this quarter from a loss of $893,000 in the prior-year quarter. Other income rose by ~$1.1 million, primarily from net unrealized gains in equity securities (including a $1.9 million unrealized gain on the Investec Series investment).
Share Repurchases and Shareholder Yield
For the quarter ended March 31 the company repurchased 176,592 Class A shares for approximately $534,000. Since December 2019, shares outstanding have been reduced by ~20%. Monthly dividend of $0.0075 implies a cash dividend yield of ~3.4%; combined with buybacks, management cites a total shareholder yield of ~9.96%.
Strong Balance Sheet and Liquidity Metrics
Company reported high levels of cash and securities, total liabilities of $2.9 million, net working capital of $36.2 million and a current ratio of 20.9:1, indicating strong short-term liquidity.
Notable Product and Market Performance
Key ETFs and products showed strong performance: GOAU up ~300% since launch; WAR up over 50% in the past 12 months; SEA outperformed the S&P (more than double in the past year); JETS continues to outperform the NYSE Global Airline Index. Expansion of listings in Latin America was also highlighted.
Strategic and Tactical Positioning
Company emphasizes a 'quantamental' Smart Beta 2.0 approach, thematic positioning in gold, defense/AI, airlines and shipping, and strategic investments (e.g., HIVE launch and an Investec Series stake now estimated up ~7x) to maintain informational advantage and future growth exposure.