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Neutral 62 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:62Neutral
Price Target:
$3.50
▼(-9.09% Downside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:03/13/26
TACT scores highest on improving financial quality (strong balance sheet, solid cash generation, and sharply narrowing losses), supported by generally positive but mixed earnings-call guidance. The score is held back by weak technicals (price below key moving averages with negative MACD) and limited valuation support due to a negative P/E and no dividend yield data.
Positive Factors
Balance-sheet strength
TransAct’s materially reduced leverage and sizable cash position ($20M noted on the call) create durable financial flexibility. Low debt cuts refinancing risk, funds BOHA! transition and R&D, and supports working capital for installs — a structural cushion for 2–6 month execution.
Improved cash generation
After multi-year cash deficits, the company generated strong operating and free cash flow in 2025, enabling self-funding of operations and software investments. Sustained cash conversion reduces dilution risk and supports disciplined reinvestment and margin improvement over the medium term.
Software ownership & BOHA! adoption
Gaining full control of BOHA! source code is a structural shift that removes revenue-sharing fees, enables new licensing/recurring revenue models, and accelerates product innovation. Coupled with accelerating terminal sales, this underpins durable ARPU and margin expansion opportunities.
Negative Factors
Operating profitability not yet restored
Although losses narrowed materially, the company remains slightly unprofitable at the operating level. Continued negative EBIT/EBITDA means core operations must convert improved sales into sustained operating income before profitability is structurally secure.
Top-line volatility vs 2023 peak
Revenue has rebounded but remains well below the 2023 peak and has shown meaningful year-to-year swings. That historical volatility makes forecasting capital allocation and margin cadence harder and raises execution risk for multi-quarter growth plans.
Concentration & demand headwinds
Large segment swings (POS automation collapse, domestic casino softness) and a thin new-logo pipeline increase revenue concentration risk. Reliance on a few OEMs/customers and cyclical casino approvals can produce uneven bookings and pressure medium-term growth durability.

Transact Technologies (TACT) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)

Transact Technologies Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionTransAct Technologies Incorporated designs, develops, and markets transaction-based and specialty printers and terminals in the United States and internationally. Its thermal printers and terminals to generates labels, coupons, and transaction records, such as receipts, tickets, and other documents, as well as printed logging and plotting of data. The company also provides consumable products, including POS receipt paper, inkjet cartridges, ribbons, and other printing supplies, as well as replacement parts and accessories; maintenance and repair services; and refurbished printers. In addition, it offers EPICENTRAL print system, a software solution that enables casino operators to create promotional coupons and marketing messages, and print them at the slot machine; and technical support services, as well as spare parts and accessories. Further, the company provides BOHA! terminal that combines hardware and software components in a device that includes an operating system, touchscreen, and one or two thermal print mechanisms. It markets its products under the BOHA!, AccuDate, Epic, Ithaca, EPICENTRAL, and Printrex brands for food service technology, point of sale automation, casino and gaming, lottery, and oil and gas markets, as well as government. The company sells its products to original equipment manufacturers, value-added resellers, and distributors, as well as directly to end-users through its Webstore transactsupplies.com. TransAct Technologies Incorporated was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Hamden, Connecticut.
How the Company Makes MoneyTransAct makes money primarily by selling its products and related services to business customers through a mix of direct sales and channel partners (e.g., resellers, distributors, and other solution providers). Key revenue streams typically include: (1) Product revenue: sales of specialty printers and transaction hardware used in restaurant and hospitality workflows (e.g., receipt printing and kitchen/order management printing) and in gaming/casino environments (e.g., ticketing and transaction printing). (2) Software and technology-related revenue: revenue from software offerings that support restaurant operations and order workflow digitization (where applicable), which may include recurring fees such as subscriptions or licenses; if specific recurring pricing or segment mix is not publicly detailed in the available information, this is null. (3) Supplies and services: revenue from consumables (e.g., paper/labels) and from maintenance, service, extended warranties, or support arrangements associated with installed hardware. (4) Partner/channel-driven revenue: a meaningful portion of sales can be influenced by relationships with POS system vendors, restaurant technology providers, and value-added resellers that bundle TransAct printers/software with broader POS or restaurant operations solutions; if specific named partnerships and their financial contribution are not publicly specified, this is null. Overall, earnings are driven by the installed base of printers (which can generate follow-on demand for supplies and service) plus new placements tied to restaurant technology upgrades, new store openings/retrofits, and replacement cycles in hospitality and gaming environments.

Transact Technologies Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Nov 10, 2025
(Q3-2025)
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Next Earnings Date:May 12, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed picture with significant sales growth in BOHA! Terminals and casino gaming, alongside a strong balance sheet. However, there were challenges in POS Automation, domestic casino demand, and fewer new logo acquisitions than expected.
Q3-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
BOHA! Terminal Sales Growth
TransAct sold 1,591 BOHA! Terminals in Q3, reaching a year-to-date total of 5,883 units, up 58% from 3,732 units in the first 9 months of 2024.
Foodservice Technology (FST) Revenue Increase
Total FST net sales rose to $4.8 million, up 13% year-over-year, with recurring FST revenue climbing to $3.3 million, resulting in an ARPU increase to $792 per unit from $700 in the prior year quarter.
Casino and Gaming Sales Growth
Net sales in the casino and gaming segment reached $7.1 million, up 58% from the previous year, driven by a new OEM win and normalized buying from major OEMs.
Strong Balance Sheet
The company maintains a strong balance sheet with $20 million in cash, providing ample working capital and flexibility for future growth.
New Customer Wins
Secured a rollout with one of the nation's largest sushi franchise operators, initially ordering 596 units, and added a convenience store chain with 81 locations to the BOHA! customer base.
Negative Updates
Decline in POS Automation Sales
POS Automation sales dropped 65% year-over-year to $399,000, reaching a normalized level due to competitive dynamics.
Challenges in Domestic Casino Market
Domestic casino performance is facing headwinds with slowing demand, impacting fourth quarter sales expectations. One large buyer is in an overstock position awaiting jurisdictional approvals.
Fewer New Logo Acquisitions
Only 2 new logos were acquired in the quarter, below expectations, although partly offset by expansions with existing customers.
Company Guidance
During the TransAct Technologies Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Call, the company provided several key metrics indicating a robust performance and optimistic outlook. The company reported selling 1,591 BOHA! Terminals in Q3, increasing the year-to-date total to 5,883 units, which represents a 58% increase from the previous year. Total net sales for the quarter rose to $13.2 million, marking a 21% increase from the prior year, driven by strong results in both the Foodservice Technology (FST) and Casino Gaming segments. FST net sales increased by 13% year-over-year to $4.8 million, with recurring revenue climbing to $3.3 million and ARPU rising to $792 from $700. Meanwhile, Casino and Gaming sales surged by 58% to $7.1 million. Despite domestic headwinds in the gaming sector, international sales remained strong. TransAct is maintaining its full-year revenue guidance of $50 million to $53 million, with adjusted EBITDA expected to range from breakeven to $1.5 million. The company also highlighted the strategic acquisition of a perpetual license for the BOHA! source code for $2.55 million, which is anticipated to enhance long-term value.

Transact Technologies Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Overall fundamentals are improving but not fully proven: revenue rebounded in 2025 ($51.5M vs. $43.4M) and losses narrowed materially (net margin improved to about -2.4%) with solid gross margin (~49%). Balance sheet strength is a key positive with very low leverage (debt-to-equity ~0.02) after significant debt reduction, and cash generation is strong (2025 operating cash flow ~ $7.7M; free cash flow ~ $7.6M). The main constraint is that operating profitability remains slightly negative and results have been volatile versus the 2023 peak.
Income Statement
52
Neutral
Revenue rebounded sharply in 2025 (annual revenue up to $51.5M vs. $43.4M in 2024), but the top line remains below the 2023 peak ($72.6M), highlighting volatility. Profitability improved meaningfully from 2024’s heavy loss (net margin about -22.7%) to a much smaller loss in 2025 (net margin about -2.4%), and gross margin stayed solid near ~49% in 2025. However, operating results are still negative (EBIT and EBITDA remain below zero in 2025), indicating the company has not fully regained sustainable earnings power after the 2024 downturn.
Balance Sheet
78
Positive
The balance sheet looks conservatively financed, with very low leverage in 2025 (debt-to-equity ~0.02) and a sizable equity base (~$31.1M) relative to total assets (~$44.8M). Debt fell dramatically from 2024 to 2025 (about $4.2M down to ~$0.6M), reducing financial risk. The key weakness is that returns to shareholders are still negative in 2025 (negative return on equity) due to continued net losses, even if those losses have narrowed.
Cash Flow
74
Positive
Cash generation improved notably: operating cash flow was strong in 2025 (~$7.7M) and free cash flow was also robust (~$7.6M), a sharp recovery from negative cash flow in 2020–2022. That said, free cash flow declined versus 2024 (free cash flow growth was negative in 2025), and the business has shown meaningful year-to-year swings historically. Overall, cash conversion is currently a strength, but consistency remains a watch item.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue51.48M43.38M72.63M58.14M39.39M
Gross Profit25.02M21.48M38.40M24.41M15.38M
EBITDA-743.00K-2.21M7.70M-6.36M-4.97M
Net Income-1.24M-9.86M4.75M-5.94M-4.04M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets44.77M44.03M54.48M51.83M50.93M
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments20.43M14.39M12.32M7.95M19.46M
Total Debt561.00K4.19M3.90M4.81M2.57M
Total Liabilities13.65M13.40M15.07M17.97M11.95M
Stockholders Equity31.12M30.63M39.41M33.86M38.98M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow7.56M1.54M4.61M-13.52M-3.89M
Operating Cash Flow7.67M1.86M5.51M-12.22M-2.51M
Investing Cash Flow-1.61M-322.00K-901.00K-1.30M222.00K
Financing Cash Flow-119.00K634.00K-87.00K2.06M11.47M

Transact Technologies Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price3.85
Price Trends
50DMA
3.67
Negative
100DMA
4.02
Negative
200DMA
4.11
Negative
Market Momentum
MACD
-0.08
Negative
RSI
47.89
Neutral
STOCH
41.98
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For TACT, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 3.85 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 3.49, above the 50-day MA of 3.67, and below the 200-day MA of 4.11, indicating a bearish trend. The MACD of -0.08 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 47.89 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 41.98 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for TACT.

Transact Technologies Risk Analysis

Transact Technologies disclosed 37 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Transact Technologies reported the most risks in the "Finance & Corporate" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 0 New Risks

Transact Technologies Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (61)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
62
Neutral
$35.63M-8.95-25.89%8.27%-308.63%
61
Neutral
$37.18B12.37-10.20%1.83%8.50%-7.62%
58
Neutral
$248.83M111.64-26.13%14.33%36.97%
53
Neutral
$30.30M-0.81-13.42%-20.03%-485.19%
51
Neutral
$65.84M45.43-19.92%-2.07%-535.26%
47
Neutral
$7.28M-0.56-17.53%-13.01%-65.20%
46
Neutral
$16.33M-1.15-7.04%154.52%47.31%
* Technology Sector Average
Performance Comparison
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Price
Change
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TACT
Transact Technologies
3.48
-0.24
-6.45%
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2.79
0.10
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SCKT
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0.91
-0.25
-21.29%
OSS
One Stop Systems
10.08
7.18
247.59%
EBON
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2.50
-2.09
-45.52%

Transact Technologies Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyRegulatory Filings and Compliance
TransAct Technologies Updates Bylaws, Modernizes Governance Framework
Positive
Mar 3, 2026

On February 25, 2026, TransAct Technologies’ Board of Directors approved amended and restated by-laws to modernize the company’s corporate governance framework, with a particular emphasis on virtual and hybrid shareholder meetings under Delaware corporate law. The changes refine meeting procedures, clarify the Board’s authority over agendas and conduct, and allow cancellation of special meetings if shareholder support thresholds are no longer met.

The updated by-laws also tighten requirements for shareholder proposals and director nominations, enhancing disclosure on ownership, derivatives, voting arrangements, and proxy solicitation plans in line with U.S. universal proxy rules. Further revisions modernize director compensation practices, enable electronic notices and officer resignations, and update officer roles and delegation powers, collectively sharpening controls and transparency around board composition and shareholder engagement.

The most recent analyst rating on (TACT) stock is a Hold with a $4.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Transact Technologies stock, see the TACT Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
TransAct Technologies Signs Las Vegas Cost-Saving Office Lease
Positive
Feb 13, 2026

On February 9, 2026, TransAct Technologies signed a lease for approximately 9,427 square feet of office space at 6140 Brent Thurman Way in Las Vegas, relocating operations from its existing local office. The initial term runs five years and four months from a commencement date tied to February 2026 tenant improvements, with two optional three-year renewals and base rent starting at $17,911.30 per month, subject to 3% annual increases.

TransAct will also pay an estimated $3,582.26 per month for its 12.7% share of operating expenses at the new premises, with overall occupancy terms structured to lower ongoing facility costs. The company expects the move to generate about $100,000 in annualized lease and occupancy cost savings, signaling a cost-optimization effort that could modestly improve its expense structure without altering its core Las Vegas operating footprint.

The most recent analyst rating on (TACT) stock is a Hold with a $4.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Transact Technologies stock, see the TACT Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
TransAct Ends BOHA! Agreements, Gains Software Control
Positive
Jan 5, 2026

On December 30, 2025, TransAct Technologies agreed with Avery Dennison and StreemSoft to terminate a set of long-standing development, license, and subcontract agreements that governed the development, maintenance, hosting, and licensing of components of TransAct’s BOHA! food service technology software, as well as revenue-sharing payments to StreemSoft. The termination, which incurred no early termination penalties and will become effective upon completion of a previously announced source code transition project under which TransAct obtained a royalty-free license to the BOHA! source code, marks a shift toward greater control over its core software assets and may reduce ongoing third-party fees and revenue-sharing obligations for the company.

The most recent analyst rating on (TACT) stock is a Buy with a $5.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Transact Technologies stock, see the TACT Stock Forecast page.

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Disclaimer

This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Mar 13, 2026