10 Percent Revenue Increase Year-over-Year;
Operating Income and Bottom-Line Improvements Year-over-Year;
Board Approves Share Repurchase Program of up to $3 million.
BOULDER, Colo., July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FST Corp. (Nasdaq: KBSX) (“FST” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer and marketer of steel and graphite golf shafts and a provider of other golf-related services, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026.
Revenue for second quarter was $12,552,012, a 9.7 percent increase from revenue of $11,437,270 for the second quarter of 2025. This increase was mainly the result of additional aftermarket sales in both the Company’s steel and graphite lines.
Net loss for the second quarter was $1,046,379, or ($0.02) per share, compared to a net loss of $3,029,029, or $(0.07) per share, in the same period of 2025. This improvement was primarily the result of a $752,673 improvement in gross profit driven by increased revenue and a change in product mix, a decline in total costs and operating expenses of $196,714, and a $2,394,387 improvement in foreign exchange loss.
These improvements were offset in part by an unrealized loss on change in fair value of warrant liability of $721,171 compared to no such charge in the second quarter of last year, an income tax expense of $282,578 compared to an income tax benefit of $128,747 in the year ago period, and by a decrease in other income of $224,370 compared to Q2 2025.
Operating income in Q2 2026 was $259,899, an improvement of $949,387 compared to an operating loss of $689,488 in the second quarter of 2025.
For the first six months of 2026, the Company was profitable, reporting net income of $831,189, or $0.02 per share, a $6,658,236 improvement from a net loss of $5,827,047, or $(0.13) per share, in the first half of 2025.
The weighted average number of shares outstanding for the second quarter of 2026 and 2025 was 44,766,003.
As of June 30, 2026, and December 31, 2025, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of $8,221,962 and $7,179,800, total assets of $62,890,586 and $60,921,557, total liabilities of $46,940,722 and $45,370,369, and total shareholders’ equity of $15,949,864 and $15,551,188, respectively.
For the first six months of 2026, net cash provided by operating activities was $1,148,290 compared with net cash used in operating activities of $4,315,501 for the first six months of 2025. For the first six months of 2026 and 2025, net cash used in investing activities was $1,053,088 and $241,198, and net cash provided by financing activities was $1,739,975 and $3,435,609, respectively.
Management believes that its current liquidity, together with cash flows from operations and available credit facilities, will be sufficient to fund operating requirements for the next 12 months.
“We’re pleased to report that our strong start to the year has continued throughout the second quarter, during which we’ve grown aftermarket revenue in both our steel and graphite lines and improved gross margins while reducing our operating expenses,” said FST Chairman and Chief Executive Officer David Chuang. “In addition, the flexibility utilized in our capital structure has enabled us to lay the foundation for providing greater long-term value for our shareholders.”
“Looking forward, we anticipate continued revenue growth through the end of the year via expanding sales in both domestic and export markets.” Mr. Chuang said these strategic initiatives include:
- Launch of new steel shaft product in Q3
- Launch of new programs at OEM partners where KBS is the stock shaft;
- Expansion of regional sales coverage, development of new customer relationships and increased support provided to existing customers by the Company’s European office, allowing it to contribute incremental revenue across the European market;
- Hosting the second annual KBS Open in Taiwan, thereby providing additional marketing exposure, enhancing brand awareness, and strengthening engagement with customers and industry participants in Taiwan and other key Asian markets.
- Implement additional cost-control measures focused on production efficiency, inventory management, logistics and discretionary operating expenses.
Share Repurchase Plan
The Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) has authorized a stock repurchase program under which the company may repurchase up to $3.0 million of its outstanding ordinary shares. Shares may be repurchased from time to time through open-market transactions, privately negotiated transactions or other legally permissible means. The timing, manner, price, and actual number of shares repurchased will be determined at management’s discretion, based on various factors, including stock price, market and business conditions, the Company’s capital position and liquidity requirements, applicable legal and regulatory requirements, and other relevant considerations.
This authorization reflects the Board’s confidence in the Company’s long-term strategy and growth trajectory and provides the Company the flexibility to repurchase shares when balanced against the Company’s operating, liquidity and growth requirements.
The Company remains committed to maintaining a disciplined capital-allocation strategy that balances investments in growth with opportunities to return capital to shareholders.
About FST Corp.
Founded in 1989, FST Corp. manufactures and sells golf club shafts, along with other golf-related items, to golf equipment brands, OEMs, distributors, and consumers via the company’s KBS Golf Experience retail outlets. FST’s equipment, marketed under the KBS brand, is utilized by golfers at all levels, including many professional players participating in the PGA and other major golf associations. The company’s product portfolio, retail presence, and golf-related services are part of a vertically integrated business model that has established the KBS brand on a global scale and created significant competitive advantages over peer brands. The company’s growth strategies currently position it for expansion into under-tapped golf shaft markets.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding future expectations, plans, and prospects, and the Company’s belief with respect to its ability to capture growth opportunities and the impact of hosting the second annual KBS Open in Taiwan, as well as statements that are not historical facts. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including foreign exchange fluctuations, changes in market demand, competitive pressures, and other factors listed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, which are beyond the Company’s control. Forward-looking statements can often be identified by terms such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “likely,” and similar expressions.
The Company assumes no obligation to update or revise these statements to reflect new events or changes in expectations, except as required by law. While these statements reflect reasonable expectations, actual results may differ materially. Investors are encouraged to review the Company’s registration statement and SEC filings for additional information on factors that may impact future results.
Company Contact:
FST Corp.
1801 13th Street, Suite 306,
Boulder, CO 80302
Office: 303-444-2226
Email: [email protected]
Investor Relations Inquiries:
Skyline Corporate Communications Group, LLC
Scott Powell, President
1177 Avenue of the Americas, 5th Floor
New York, New York 10036
Office: (646) 893-5835
Email: [email protected]
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In U.S. dollars, except for share data, or otherwise noted)
As of
June 30,
2026 As of
December 31,
2025 (Unaudited) ASSETS Current assets Cash and cash equivalents 8,221,962 7,179,800 Restricted cash 486,702 158,865 Accounts and notes receivable, net 6,301,127 6,979,725 Prepaid tax - 93,589 Inventories, net 12,463,255 11,812,740 Amounts due from a related party 77,267 73,820 Prepaid expenses and other current assets 2,218,321 1,188,451 Total current Assets 29,768,634 27,486,990 Non-current assets Property, plant and equipment, net 18,343,684 19,044,954 Intangible assets, net 4,679,797 4,832,114 Long-term investments 737,978 551,628 Right-of-use assets 5,796,388 5,761,176 Deferred tax assets, net 1,677,753 1,692,802 Prepayment and other non-current assets 1,886,352 1,551,893 Total non-current assets 33,121,952 33,434,567 Total assets 62,890,586 60,921,557 LIABILITIES Current liabilities Short-term bank borrowings 20,867,343 18,199,806 Accounts payables 2,554,719 3,032,860 Operating lease liabilities, current 1,698,015 2,328,227 Amounts due to related parties 163,751 137,548 Current tax liabilities 696,642 367,902 Accrued expenses and other current liabilities 5,776,163 6,355,964 Total current Liabilities 31,756,633 30,422,307 Non-current liabilities Long-term bank borrowings 9,584,042 10,963,881 Operating lease liabilities, non-current 4,874,565 3,974,560 OET derivative liability - 5,310 Warrant liabilities 725,482 4,311 Total non-current liabilities 15,184,089 14,948,062 Total Liabilities 46,940,722 45,370,369 SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY Ordinary share (par value of US$0.0001 per share; 500,000,000 shares authorized; 44,766,003 shares issued and outstanding) 4,477 4,477 Additional paid in capital 15,443,336 15,396,434 Retained earnings 2,381,596 1,566,364 Accumulated other comprehensive loss (2,017,338) (1,537,922)Total FST Corp. shareholder’s equity 15,812,071 15,429,353 Non-controlling interests 137,793 121,835 Total shareholder’s equity 15,949,864 15,551,188 Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity 62,890,586 60,921,557
COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
(In U.S. dollars, except for share data, or otherwise noted)
For the three Months Ended
June 30 For the six Months Ended
June 30 2026 2025 2026 2025 Revenue 12,552,012 11,437,270 27,198,366 22,193,432 Cost of sales 6,539,950 6,177,881 13,629,833 11,978,297 Gross profit 6,012,062 5,259,389 13,568,533 10,215,135 COSTS AND OPERATING EXPENSES: Selling expenses 3,166,484 3,315,626 6,034,397 6,232,888 General and administrative expenses 2,170,587 2,285,558 4,287,571 4,811,121 Research and development expenses 415,092 347,693 808,464 700,373 Total costs and operating expenses 5,752,163 5,948,877 11,130,432 11,744,382 GAIN (LOSS) FROM OPERATIONS 259,899 (689,488) 2,438,101 (1,529,247) OTHER (EXPENSE) INCOME Interest expense, net (218,175) (208,607) (444,591) (402,491)Foreign exchange gain(loss) (115,615) (2,510,002) 278,457 (2,215,654)Other income, net 25,951 250,321 65,051 282,405 Unrealized gain(loss) on change in fair value of OET derivative liability 5,310 - 5,310 (1,884,824)Unrealized loss on change in fair value of Warrant liability (721,171) - (721,171) - Total other loss, net (1,023,700) (2,468,288) (816,944) (4,220,564) PROFIT (LOSS) BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSES (763,801) (3,157,776) 1,621,157 (5,749,811)INCOME TAX EXPENSES 282,578 (128,747) 789,968 77,236 NET INCOME (LOSS) (1,046,379) (3,029,029) 831,189 (5,827,047)Less: net income(loss) attributable to non-controlling interests 3,566 (19,992) 15,958 (38,459)Net income (loss) attributable to FST Corp.’s shareholders (1,049,945) (3,009,037) 815,231 (5,788,588) OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME(LOSS) Foreign currency translation adjustment (408,157) 2,438,330 (479,416) 2,434,922 TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE INCOME(LOSS) (1,454,536) (590,699) 351,773 (3,392,125) Less: total comprehensive income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests 4,036 (3,899) 15,958 (22,388)Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to FST Corp.’s shareholders (1,458,572) (586,800) 335,815 (3,369,737) Weighted average number of shares outstanding, basic and diluted 44,766,003 44,766,003 44,766,003 44,766,003 Earnings per share, basic and diluted (0.02) (0.07) 0.02 (0.13)
(In U.S. dollars)
For the Six Months Ended
June 30 2026 2025 CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: Net cash provided by operating activities 1,148,290 (4,315,501) CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: Purchase of property, plant and equipment (831,405) (121,491)Purchase of intangible assets (30,983) (21,996)Disposal of property and equipment - 6,635 Purchase of long-term investments (190,700) (104,346)Disposal of short-term investments - - Net cash used in investing activities (1,053,088) (241,198) CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: Proceeds from bank borrowings 25,422,785 21,975,236 Repayments of bank borrowings (23,682,810) (18,500,873)Buy back treasury shares - (38,754)Net cash provided by financing activities 1,739,975 3,435,609 Effect of foreign exchange rate on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (465,178) 2,849,580 Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 1,369,999 1,728,490 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the beginning of period 7,338,665 5,302,199 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the end of period 8,708,664 7,030,689 SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION: Interest expenses paid 355,506 303,125 Income taxes paid 364,553 114,019 Right of use assets obtained in exchange for operating lease obligations 1,696,192 335,513