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Item 1A. Risk Factors

2026-02-24 compared with 2025-02-28 · 84 added, 69 removed, 280 unchanged (35% of the section changed)

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If the acquisitions fail to perform up to our expectations, or if there is a weakening of economic conditions, we could be required to record impairment charges on the goodwill and/or other assets associated with our acquisitions.

We may encounter unanticipated difficulties following our November 2024 acquisition of our 80%-owned Enercon subsidiary, including if we are unable to integrate the Enercon business successfully, or if we fail to realize the expected benefits and synergies of the acquisition within the expected time period (if at all).

In November 2025, we concluded that an impairment charge was required in connection with our noncontrolling minority investment in innolectric, a Germany-based e-Mobility technology company, and related party notes receivable, recording in Q4-25 a pre-tax impairment charge of $13.1 million representing the full impairment and write-down of our investment in innolectric and the related notes receivable, with no value attributable to such items reflected on our consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2025.

The impairment was determined based on indicators of impairment including the cessation of financial support from the majority owner, recent financial performance, changes in market conditions, and other relevant factors affecting innolectric’s business.

The future course and full impact of innolectric’s insolvency proceeding remains uncertain, including the impact thereof upon our investment in innolectric and related notes receivable, which may include potential full loss of our investment and related notes receivable.

However, we currently do not expect any future recovery through innolectric’s insolvency process.

Our business, including in connection with any future acquisitions or investments, may experience similar challenges from time to time, and which could have a material adverse effect on our financial position and results of operations.

We may not realize the anticipated strategic and revenue opportunities from our November 2024 acquisition of our 80%-owned Enercon subsidiary within the expected time period (if at all), and our business may be disrupted if our intended acquisition of the remaining 20% stake in Enercon is not completed for any reason.

In November 2024, we completed our acquisition of an 80% interest in Enercon.

Over time since the Enercon closing to date, although we believe the integration efforts have proceeded positively, and we have established a foundation for collaboration across both organizations, we may still encounter unanticipated difficulties if we are unable to fully integrate the Enercon business successfully.

At this stage, we believe the primary risks in this area relate to the timing and magnitude of strategic and revenue opportunities arising from the acquisition, and whether such opportunities will be achieved on such timing and at such levels as expected, if at all.

While we continue to pursue anticipated growth, synergies, and expansion, there is uncertainty as to when and to what extent these opportunities will materialize.

Actual results may differ from expectations, and the benefits may be less significant or take longer to achieve than anticipated.

Our ability to maximize value from the Enercon acquisition depends on continued successful integration, sustained customer and supplier relationships, and effective execution of our strategic initiatives.

In addition, our business may be disrupted if our intended acquisition of the remaining 20% stake in Enercon is not completed for any reason.

In November 2024, we completed our acquisition of our 80% interest in Enercon.

The success of our recently-closed Enercon acquisition will depend, in significant part, on our ability to successfully integrate the acquired business, establish and maintain good relationships with new and existing customers, suppliers, and other business partners, grow the revenue of the consolidated company and realize the anticipated strategic benefits and synergies.

The combination of businesses is a complex, costly and time-consuming process.

As a result, while we have devoted significant management attention and resources prior to closing in preparation for integration, we expect to continue to devote significant management attention and resources now that the acquisition has closed in order to complete the integration of business practices and operations.

We may encounter unanticipated difficulties or delays with the integration process, or may incur unexpected or higher than expected expenditures associated with the integration process and matters related to the acquisition.

The integration process may disrupt Bel's legacy and acquired businesses and, if implemented ineffectively, would impair the realization of the full expected benefits.

The anticipated opportunities in terms of potential growth and expansion offered by, and the anticipated benefits of, the Enercon acquisition may not be realized fully or at all, or may take longer to realize than we expect.

Actual operating, strategic and revenue opportunities, if achieved at all, may be less significant than we expect or may take longer to achieve than anticipated.

If we are not able to achieve these objectives and realize the anticipated benefits and synergies expected from the Enercon acquisition within a reasonable time, our business, financial condition and operating results may be materially adversely affected.

Pursuant to the transaction documents governing the Enercon acquisition, Bel may acquire the remaining 20% stake in Enercon and has the current intention to so purchase such remaining interest by early 2027 in accordance with the terms and subject to the conditions of the shareholders’ agreement, which was entered into at the November 14, 2024 closing on the initial 80% interest.

Pursuant to the transaction documents governing the Enercon acquisition, we may acquire the remaining 20% stake in Enercon and we have the current intention to so purchase such remaining interest by early 2027 in accordance with the terms and subject to the conditions of the shareholders’ agreement, which was entered into at the November 14, 2024 closing on the initial 80% interest.

The purchase of the remaining 20% interest in Enercon is subject to the put-call mechanism set forth in the shareholders’ agreement and the other terms and conditions thereof.

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OPERATIONAL RISKS

Our global operations and demand for our products face risks related to public health crises, including potential future outbreaks, epidemics or pandemics.

Any outbreaks of contagious diseases and other adverse public health developments in countries where we operate could have a material and adverse effect on our business, consolidated financial condition and consolidated results of operations.

In the past, our business was impacted by temporary facility closures, shelter-in-place orders and challenges related to travel restrictions imposed by the local governmental authorities as a result of a health epidemic, including precautionary measures during the coronavirus pandemic.

Our suppliers, customers and our customers’ contract manufacturers have experienced similar challenges from time to time.

Any future outbreaks, health epidemics or pandemics could result in similar measures, which may materially adversely affect our financial results.

We may experience labor unrest.

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Additionally, our access to parts or materials, and our ability to contract with suppliers utilized previously, may be limited or prohibited from time to time by trade restrictions or other legal or regulatory enactments.

We anticipate continued downward pressure on our Power sales given trade restrictions on one of our former suppliers previously utilized for this segment, which had historically supported approximately $3 to $4 million per quarter of our sales into the consumer end market.

We are currently evaluating alternative manufacturing options for the components previously supplied by this manufacturer.

To the extent our suppliers in the PRC are negatively impacted by new or amended regulations, any such negative implications could adversely impact our supply chain, including in the form of increased costs, disruptions, shortages or unavailability of product or component parts, and/or other deleterious consequences, which could materially adversely affect our business and operating results.

To the extent our suppliers in the PRC or other countries are negatively impacted by new or amended regulations, any such negative implications could adversely impact our supply chain, including in the form of increased costs, disruptions, shortages or unavailability of product or component parts, and/or other deleterious consequences, which could materially adversely affect our business and operating results.

In addition, inflationary pressures could result in higher input costs, including those related to our raw materials, labor, freight, utilities, healthcare and other expenses.

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and Israeli governments have increased in recent years, these spending levels may not be sustainable and could significantly decline.

Future levels of expenditures, authorizations, and appropriations for programs Enercon supports may decrease or shift to programs in areas where Enercon does not currently provide services.

Future levels of expenditures, authorizations, and appropriations for programs Enercon supports may decrease or shift to programs in areas where Enercon does not currently offer products or solutions.

Changes in spending authorizations, appropriations, and budgetary priorities could also occur due to a shift in the number, and intensity, of potential and ongoing conflicts, shifts in spending priorities from national defense as a result of competing demands for government funds, or other factors.

Enercon’s business prospects, financial condition or operating results could be materially harmed among other causes by the following:

Enercon’s business prospects, financial condition or operating results (and as a consequence, those of Bel on a consolidated basis), could be materially harmed among other causes by the following:

(1) budgetary constraints affecting U.S.

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Risks inherent in our PRC operations include the following:

changes in import, export, transportation regulations and tariffs, and risks associated with boycotts and embargoes;

changes in, or impositions of, legislative or regulatory requirements or restrictions, including tax and trade laws in the U.S.

c hanges in import, export, transportation regulations and tariffs, and risks associated with boycotts and embargoes;

c hanges in, or impositions of, legislative or regulatory requirements or restrictions, including tax and trade laws in the U.S.

and in the PRC, and government action to restrict our ability to sell to customers where sales of products may require export licenses;

transportation delays and other supply chain issues;

changes in tax regulations in the U.S.

t ransportation delays and other supply chain issues;

c hanges in tax regulations in the U.S.

and/or the PRC, including restrictions and/or taxes applicable to the transfer or repatriation of funds;

international political relationships, including the relationship between the U.S.

epidemics and illnesses within the PRC that affect the areas in which we operate and manufacture our products;

economic, social and political instability;

longer accounts receivable collection cycles and difficulties in collecting accounts receivable;

less effective protection of intellectual property and contractual arrangements, and risks associated with enforcing contracts and legal rights and remedies generally;

uncertainties associated with the PRC legal system, which is based on civil law, can involve protected proceedings involving substantial judicial discretion, and is based in part on PRC government policies and internal rules, some of which are not published on a timely basis, or at all, and may have retroactive effect;

risks arising out of any changes in governmental and economic policy and the potential for adverse developments arising out of any political or economic instability related to Hong Kong or Taiwan;

the potential for political unrest, expropriation, nationalization, revolution, war or acts of terrorism;

risks associated with the concentration of a substantial portion of our manufacturing capacity and supplier base in the PRC, including potential trade restrictions placed on PRC suppliers by the U.S.

i nternational political relationships, including the relationship between the U.S.

e pidemics and illnesses within the PRC that affect the areas in which we operate and manufacture our products;

e conomic, social and political instability;

l onger accounts receivable collection cycles and difficulties in collecting accounts receivable;

l ess effective protection of intellectual property and contractual arrangements, and risks associated with enforcing contracts and legal rights and remedies generally;

u ncertainties associated with the PRC legal system, which is based on civil law, can involve protected proceedings involving substantial judicial discretion, and is based in part on PRC government policies and internal rules, some of which are not published on a timely basis, or at all, and may have retroactive effect;

r isks arising out of any changes in governmental and economic policy and the potential for adverse developments arising out of any political or economic instability related to Hong Kong or Taiwan;

t he potential for political unrest, expropriation, nationalization, revolution, war or acts of terrorism;

r isks associated with the concentration of a substantial portion of our manufacturing capacity and supplier base in the PRC, including potential trade restrictions placed on PRC suppliers by the U.S.

In addition to the risks associated with our PRC operations described above, the global nature of our operations generally subjects us to additional risks.

We con duct operations i n 15 countries, and outside of the United States (and the PRC), our largest manufacturing operations and associate populations are located within Mexico, Slovakia, the Dominican Republic, Israel, India and the United Kingdom.

We con duct operation s in 15 countries, and outside of the United States (and the PRC), our largest manufacturing operations and associate populations are located within Mexico, Slovakia, the Dominican Republic, Israel, India and the United Kingdom.

Please see the Risk Factors appearing below under the captions, "We may face risks related to conducting business in Israel" and "The global nature of our operations exposes us to numerous risks that could materially adversely affect our consolidated financial condition and consolidated results of operations.”

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Following our November 2024 acquisition of Enercon, we may be subject to, and possibly adversely affected by, risks related to conducting business in Israel.

Enercon, in which we acquired an 80% stake at the November 2024 closing and intend to acquire the remaining 20% interest by early 2027, is based in Netanya, Israel with additional facilities in New Hampshire, U.S.

Enercon, in which we acquired an 80% stake in November 2024 and intend to acquire the remaining 20% interest by early 2027, is based in Netanya, Israel with additional facilities in New Hampshire, U.S.

and Haryana, India.

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In addition, there continues to be hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, both of which resulted in rockets being fired into Israel, causing casualties and disruption of economic activities.

In early 2023, there were a number of changes proposed to the political system in Israel by the current government which, if implemented as planned, could lead to large-scale protests and additional uncertainty, negatively impacting the operating environment in Israel.

In early 2023, there were a number of changes proposed to the political system in Israel by the current government which, if implemented as planned or in similar form, could lead to large-scale protests and additional uncertainty, negatively impacting the operating environment in Israel.

In addition, Iran has threatened to attack Israel and may be developing nuclear weapons.

Further, on April 13, 2024 and October 1, 2024, Iran launched a series of drone and missile strikes against Israel, to which Israel responded, and in June 2025, additional conflict included Israeli strikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities, and Iranian missile and drone strikes against Israel.

Uprisings in various countries in the Middle East over the last few years have also affected the political stability of those countries and have led to a decline in the regional security situation.

Such instability may also lead to deterioration in the political and trade relationships that exist between Israel and these countries.

Any armed conflicts, terrorist activities or political instability involving Israel or other countries in the region, as well as any interruption or curtailment of trade between Israel and its present trading partners, could adversely affect the business, results of operations, financial condition, cash flows and prospects of Enercon, and thus of consolidated Bel.

Ongoing military activity in the Middle East may result in disruption to our operations and facilities, such as Enercon’s manufacturing and R&D facilities located in Israel.

Any military activity, armed conflicts, terrorist activities or political instability involving Israel or other countries in the region, as well as any interruption or curtailment of trade between Israel and its present trading partners, could adversely affect the business, results of operations, financial condition, cash flows and prospects of Enercon, and thus of consolidated Bel.

In addition, any of these events or circumstances involving Israel or the region prior to the completion of our intended acquisition of the remaining 20% stake in Enercon may delay or prevent the completion of our purchase of the remaining 20% interest.

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During the year ended December 31, 2025, there were no direct customers or ultimate end customers whose sales exceeded 10% of our 2025 consolidated net sales.

While there were no customers who exceeded 10% of our net sales in 2024, w e have experienced significant concentrations of customers in prior years (see Note 14, "Segments" ) .

While there were no customers who exceeded 10% of our net sales in 2025, we have experienced significant concentrations of customers in prior years.

Furthermore, factors that negatively impact the businesses of our major customers could materially and adversely affect us even if the customer represents less than 10% of our 2025 consolidated net sales.

We may not achieve all of the expected benefits from our restructuring programs.

Over the past three years, the Company has undertaken a series of facility consolidations around the world, as further described in "Overview - Key Factors Affecting our Business - Restructuring" in Item 7 of this Annual Report.

Over the past three years, the Company has undertaken a series of facility consolidations around the world, including as described in " Overview – Key Factors Affecting our Business – Restructuring" in Item 7 of this Annual Report and in Note 12, " Accrued Expenses - Restructuring Activities" in Item 7 of this Annual Report.

W e make certain assumptions in estimating the anticipated savings we expect to achieve related to these initiatives, which include the estimated savings from the elimination of certain headcount and the consolidation of facilities.

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In addition, our abi lity to realize the expected benefits from these programs is subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control.

If we are unsuccessful in implementing these programs or if we do not achieve our expected results, our results of operations and cash flows could be adversely affected or our business operations could be disrupted.

If we are unsuccessful in implementing these or any similar future programs or if we do not achieve our expected results, our results of operations and cash flows could be adversely affected or our business operations could be disrupted.

Our global operations and demand for our products face risks related to public health crises, including potential future outbreaks, epidemics or pandemics.

Our suppliers, customers and our customers’ contract manufacturers have experienced similar challenges from time to time.

Any future outbreaks, health epidemics or pandemics could result in similar measures, which may materially adversely affect our financial results.

FINANCIAL RISKS

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Increases in Labor Costs :

Wage rates, particularly in the PRC, Mexico, India and Slovakia w here the majority of our manufacturing associates are located, have been gradually increasing in recent years as government-mandated increases in the minimum wage rate in these jurisdictions cause an increase in our overall pay scale.

Wage rates, particularly in the PRC, Mexico, India and Slovakia where the majority of our manufacturing associates are located, have been gradually increasing in recent years as government-mandated increases in the minimum wage rate in these jurisdictions cause an increase in our overall pay scale.

Labor costs can also be impacted by fluctuations in the exchange rates in which local wages are paid as compared to the U.S.

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Bel is a global organization with a material volume of shipments of raw materials, work in progress and finished goods into and out of the U.S.

to and from a number of other countries, including but not limited to the PRC, Mexico, India and throughout Europe.

to and from a number of other countries, including but not limited to the PRC, Mexico, Israel, India and throughout Europe.

Any new or increase in tariffs imposed either by the U.S.

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A significant portion of our electronic components, sub-assemblies, and finished products are manufactured in or sourced from the PRC and Mexico.

We currently estimate that approximately 12-13% of our sales relate to product shipped from the PRC into the U.S., with an additional approximately 4% of our sales relating to product shipped from Mexico into the U.S.

Additionally, as a global organization our business involves a material volume of shipments into and out of the U.S.

to and from a number of other countries, including India and throughout Europe.

The ongoing implementation and modification of tariffs, trade restrictions, and changes in trade agreements involving the aforementioned countries, together with general uncertainty about future changes in policy (including any new regulations, increased tariff rates, new tariffs or trade restrictions that may be implemented), could substantially increase our operating costs, reduce demand for our products and disrupt our supply chain.

At this time, it remains unclear what further measures will be implemented or if additional countries may impose retaliatory tariffs.

to and from a number of other countries, including India, Israel and throughout Europe.

The evolving regulatory landscape including the implementation and modification of tariffs, trade restrictions, and changes in trade agreements involving the aforementioned countries among others, together with general uncertainty about future changes in policy (including any new regulations, increased tariff rates, new tariffs or trade restrictions that may be implemented), could substantially increase our operating costs, reduce demand for our products and disrupt our supply chain.

On February 20, 2026, the Supreme Court of the United States issued its decision in Learning Resources, Inc.

Trump, striking down tariffs previously enacted by the Administration under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (“IEEPA”) as invalid, and holding that IEEPA does not authorize the President to impose tariffs.

However, the full impact and implications of the Court’s decision are not immediately clear amidst the rapidly-evolving regulatory landscape and the arena of international trade, and there remains great uncertainty as to what responses will emerge in light of the Court’s decision, including with respect to tariffs, international trade agreements, and international trade generally.

For example, following and notwithstanding the Court’s ruling, the U.S.

Congress could act in its discretion to codify tariffs, including ones similar to, more extensive and/or at higher rates than the duties invalidated by the Court’s decision;

the Administration could act to impose duties or alternative tariffs under laws other than the IEEPA statute addressed in the Court’s decision;

the state of bilateral and multilateral trade agreements is and may continue to be uncertain;

foreign countries may yet impose tariffs (including retaliatory tariffs) or increase duty rates, among other uncertainties.

At this time, following the tariffs enacted by the Administration and the subsequent Supreme Court ruling, it remains unclear what further measures will be implemented in response or if additional countries may impose retaliatory tariffs.

Any new or continued trade disputes or increased tensions between the U.S.

and other countries, and any governmental actions, including further increases of existing tariffs or the imposition of new tariffs, may further exacerbate any increases to our operating costs, decreases in demand for our products, and disruptions to our supply chain.

While we continue to implement strategies to mitigate these impacts, including diversifying our manufacturing footprint and seeking alternative suppliers, these efforts may not be fully successful and could result in increased costs, delayed shipments, and reduced margins.

Specifically regarding the PRC, recent actions by the U.S.

government to impose and potentially expand tariffs on Chinese-origin goods, particularly in the electronics and semiconductor sectors, have increased our production and procurement costs.

These tariffs, combined with potential retaliatory measures by Chinese authorities, could further increase the cost of our products and components or limit our ability to source critical materials and parts.

While we continue to actively monitor the evolving and ever-changing regulatory landscape and to implement strategies intended to mitigate these impacts, including diversifying our manufacturing footprint and seeking alternative suppliers, these efforts may not be fully successful and could result in increased costs, delayed shipments, and reduced margins.

Specifically regarding the PRC, actions by the U.S.

government to impose tariffs on Chinese-origin goods, particularly in the electronics and semiconductor sectors, have increased our production and procurement costs.

These or any similar tariffs or duties, combined with potential retaliatory measures by Chinese authorities, could further increase the cost of our products and components or limit our ability to source critical materials and parts.

Additionally, ongoing geopolitical tensions and potential expansion of export controls or restrictions on technology transfers could further complicate our supply chain operations and impact our ability to maintain competitive pricing.

With respect to our Mexican manufacturing operations and sourcing activities, changes in trade policies, including potential modifications to or withdrawal from existing trade agreements, could result in increased tariffs and other trade barriers.

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is scheduled for a comprehensive review and potential renewal in 2026, and if it is extended on less favorable terms, Bel could face increased risks related to supply chain disruptions, higher tariffs, and reduced market access throughout North America.

The renegotiation process will address key structural changes, trade imbalances, and heightened geopolitical competition, potentially resulting in revised rules of origin, labor obligations, and domestic policy requirements that may adversely impact Bel’s operations and cost structure.

Such changes could necessitate significant modifications to our regional manufacturing strategy and supply chain organization, potentially resulting in supply chain disruptions and inventory management challenges leading to higher input costs, increased manufacturing costs and a potential loss of customers.

If the agreement expires or undergoes significant revision, Bel may need to rapidly adapt to new trade regulations and market conditions, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, and results of operations.

Our efforts to mitigate these risks through supply chain diversification, pricing adjustments, and operational restructuring may not be successful and could result in:

Reduced profit margins if we are unable to pass increased costs to customers

Loss of market share to competitors with different supply chain structures

Increased operating costs from maintaining redundant supply sources

Additional capital expenditures to relocate or duplicate manufacturing capabilities

Potential quality control challenges from new or alternate suppliers

Increased complexity in regulatory compliance and trade documentation

r educed profit margins if we are unable to pass increased costs to customers

l oss of market share to competitors with different supply chain structures

i ncreased operating costs from maintaining redundant supply sources

a dditional capital expenditures to relocate or duplicate manufacturing capabilities

p otential quality control challenges from new or alternate suppliers

i ncreased complexity in regulatory compliance and trade documentation

The continuation or escalation of trade tensions, particularly with the PRC and Mexico, could result in material adverse effects on our business that may not be fully mitigated by our ongoing adaptation efforts.

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Our backlog figures may not be reliable indicators.

Many of the orders that comprise our backlog may be delayed, accelerated or canceled by customers without penalty.

Customers may on occasion double order from multiple sources to ensure timely delivery when lead times are particularly long.

Customers often cancel orders when business is weak and inventories are excessive.

Additional factors that could cause the Company to fail to ship orders comprising our backlog include unanticipated supply difficulties, changes in customer demand and new customer designs.

Due to the foregoing factors, we cannot be certain that the amount of our backlog equals or exceeds the level of orders that will ultimately be del ivered, and backlog may not be a reliable indicator of the timing of future sales.

Our results of operations could be adversely impacted if customers cancel a material portion of orders in our backlog.

While most of Bel’s orders are non-cancellable and non-returnable, and are subject to penalty if cancelled, Bel has historically worked with large customers to provide for cancellation if no costs have yet been incurred by Bel.

Nonetheless, some orders that comprise our backlog may be delayed, accelerated, or canceled by customers.

Customers may occasionally double order from multiple sources to ensure timely delivery when lead times are particularly long, and often cancel orders when business is weak or inventories are excessive.

Additional factors that could cause Bel to fail to ship orders comprising our backlog include unanticipated supply difficulties, changes in customer demand, and new customer designs.

Due to these factors, we cannot be certain that the amount of our backlog equals or exceeds the level of orders that will ultimately be delivered, and backlog may not be a reliable indicator of the timing of future sales.

Our results of operations could be adversely impacted if customers cancel a material portion of orders in our backlog, even with our policies in place.

We may not be able to generate sufficient cash to service all of our indebtedness and may be forced to take other actions to satisfy our obligations under our indebtedness, which may not be successful.

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Our level of indebtedness could negatively impact our access to the capital markets and our ability to satisfy financial covenants under our existing Credit Agreement.

We have incurred substantial amounts of indebtedness to fund the acquisition of Enercon in 2024, and we may need to incur additional indebtedness to finance operations or for other general corporate purposes.

We have incurred substantial amounts of indebtedness including to fund the acquisition of Enercon in 2024, and we may need to incur additional indebtedness to finance operations or for other general corporate purposes.

Our consolidated principal amount of outstanding indebtedness was $197.5 million at December 31, 2025, resulting in a Leverage Ratio of 1.4x Consolidated EBITDA, each as defined and calculated in accordance with our Credit Agreement.

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The European Union's enhanced environmental reporting framework introduces comprehensive sustainability disclosure requirements affecting both domestic and international operators.

In the United States, recent federal initiatives have established new environmental disclosure standards for public companies, though implementation timelines remain subject to ongoing legal review.

We are actively developing compliance frameworks for these requirements, which may require substantial operational adjustments and resources.

In the United States, recent federal initiatives sought to establish new environmental disclosure standards for public companies, though implementation timelines were stayed by ongoing legal review and in March 2025, the SEC announced that it had voted to end its defense of the challenged rules regarding enhancement and standardization of climate-related disclosures.

However, the withdrawal of the SEC’s defense does mean these or similar SEC disclosures will not become mandatory in the future, including in the event the SEC’s priorities should change, and climate-related disclosures are still rapidly proliferating at the U.S.

state level and internationally.

We continue to actively monitor the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape to be prepared to develop compliance frameworks for applicable requirements, any of which if implemented may require substantial operational adjustments and additional incremental resources.

At the state level, several jurisdictions have enacted or proposed environmental accountability legislation with varying requirements and enforcement mechanisms.

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Our ability to effectively navigate these evolving environmental requirements while maintaining operational efficiency and market competitiveness may have material impacts on our financial condition, operational results, and strategic positioning.

Many governments, regulators, investors, employees, customers and other stakeholders are increasingly focused on environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) considerations relating to businesses.

Many governments, regulators, investors, employees, customers and other stakeholders have focused in recent years on environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) considerations relating to businesses.

At the same time, there are efforts by some stakeholders and policymakers to reduce companies’ attention to certain ESG-related matters.

Advocates and opponents of ESG matters are increasingly resorting to a range of activism to promote their viewpoints, which may require us to incur additional costs or otherwise adversely impact our business.

Advocates and opponents of ESG matters have from time to time resorted to a range of activism to promote their viewpoints, which may require us to incur additional costs or otherwise adversely impact our business.

Some stakeholders may disagree with our goals and initiatives and the focus of stakeholders may change and evolve over time.

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corporate tax code relating to our unremitted foreign earnings, potential revisions to international tax law treaties, and renegotiated trade deals.

In addition, other events, such as the ongoing discussion and negotiations concerning varying levels of tariffs on product imported from the PRC, Mexico, India and throughout Europe also create a level of uncertainty.

In addition, other events, such as the ongoing discussion and negotiations concerning varying levels of tariffs on product imported from the PRC, Mexico, India, Israel and throughout Europe also create a level of uncertainty.

If we are unable to anticipate and effectively manage these and other risks, it could have a material and adverse effect on our business, our consolidated results of operations and consolidated financial condition.

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Item 1A. Risk Factors