UNITED
STATES
SECURITIES
AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON,
D.C. 20549
FORM
10-K
(Mark
one)
☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For
the Fiscal Year ended April 30 , 2026
OR
☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For
the transition period from to
Commission
File No. 1-8061
FREQUENCY
ELECTRONICS, INC.
(Exact
name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware 11-1986657
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
55 CHARLES LINDBERGH BLVD. , MITCHEL FIELD , N.Y. 11553
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant’s
telephone number, including area code: 516 - 794-4500
Securities
registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class Trading Symbol Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock (par value $1.00 per share) FEIM NASDAQ
Global Market
Securities
registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
None
Indicate
by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ☐ No ☒
Indicate
by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Exchange Act. Yes ☐
No ☒
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange
Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2)
has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule
405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant
was required to submit such files). Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting
company or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,”
“smaller reporting company” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer ☐ Accelerated filer ☐
Non-accelerated filer ☒ Smaller Reporting Company ☒
Emerging growth company ☐
If
an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying
with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant has filed a report on and attestation to its management’s assessment of the effectiveness
of its internal control over financial reporting under Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (15 U.S.C. 7262(b)) by the registered
public accounting firm that prepared or issued its audit report. ☐
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securities are registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act, indicate by check mark whether the financial statements of the registrant
included in the filing reflect the correction of an error to previously issued financial statements. ☐
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by check mark whether any of those error corrections are restatements that required a recovery analysis of incentive-based compensation
received by any of the registrant’s executive officers during the relevant recovery period pursuant to §240.10D-1(b). ☐
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes ☐ No ☒
The aggregate market value of voting common equity
held by non-affiliates of the registrant as of October 31, 2025 – $ 240,400,000
The number of shares outstanding of registrant’s
Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share, as of July 15, 2026 – 9,870,077
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE: PART III
incorporates information by reference from the definitive proxy statement to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission with
respect to the Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be held on or about October 7, 2026.
FREQUENCY
ELECTRONICS, INC. and SUBSIDIARIES
TABLE
OF CONTENTS
PART I
Item 1.
Business
1
Item 1A.
Risk Factors
6
Item 1B.
Unresolved Staff Comments
11
Item 1C.
Cybersecurity
11
Item 2.
Properties
12
Item 3.
Legal Proceedings
12
Item 4.
Mine Safety Disclosures
12
PART II
Item 5.
Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
13
Item 6.
[Reserved]
13
Item 7.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
14
Item 7A.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
19
Item 8.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
20-47
Item 9.
Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
48
Item 9A.
Controls and Procedures
48
Item 9B.
Other Information
48
Item 9C.
Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections
48
PART III
Item 10.
Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
49
Item 11.
Executive Compensation
49
Item 12.
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
49
Item 13.
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
49
Item 14.
Principal Accountant Fees and Services
49
PART IV
Item 15.
Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules
50
Item 16.
Form 10-K Summary
52
SIGNATURES
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PART
I
Item
1. Business
GENERAL
DISCUSSION
Frequency
Electronics, Inc. (sometimes referred to as “Registrant”, “Frequency Electronics” or the “Company”)
is a world leader in precision time and frequency generation technology, which is incorporated into commercial and U.S. Government satellites,
Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (“C4ISR”), and Electronic Warfare
(“EW”) systems. Its technology is used for a wide range of space and non-space applications.
Unless
the context indicates otherwise, references to the Registrant, Frequency Electronics or the Company are to Frequency Electronics, Inc.
and its subsidiaries. References to “FEI” are to the parent company alone and do not refer to any of the subsidiaries. Frequency
Electronics, a Delaware corporation, has its principal executive office at 55 Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, Mitchel Field, New York 11553.
Its telephone number is 516-794-4500 and its website is www.frequencyelectronics.com.
Frequency
Electronics was founded in 1961 as a research and development firm generating proprietary precision time and frequency technology primarily
under contracts for end-use by the United States (“U.S.”) Government. In the mid-1990’s, the Company evolved into a
designer, developer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art products for both commercial and government end-use. The Company’s present
mission is to be the world leader in providing precision time and low phase noise frequency generation systems, from 1 Hz to 46 GHz for
space and other challenging environments. The Company’s technology is the key element in enhancing the functionality and performance
of many electronic systems.
CORPORATE
STRUCTURE AND RESTRUCTURING
On April 30, 2026, FEI-Elcom
Tech, Inc. (“FEI-Elcom”) a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, was converted into a Delaware limited liability company.
The ongoing business operations of FEI-Elcom will continue under the FEI-NY segment. This restructuring was a transaction between entities
under common control and did not result in a change in the consolidated financial statements of the Company. For more information regarding
the Company’s restructuring, see Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
MARKETS
The
Company’s principal end markets are time and frequency generation and distribution systems for use in satellite payloads and terrestrial
secure command control and communications systems.
For
the satellite market, the Company has a unique legacy of providing master timing systems, power converters, and frequency generation,
synthesis and distribution systems. These products are applicable for both commercial and U.S. Government end-use. Currently, it is estimated
that there are over 14,000 U.S. satellites with varying remaining useful lives operating in Geostationary, Medium and Low Earth Orbits
(“LEO”). The number of operational satellites with emphasis on high-throughput is expected to continue to grow over the next
ten years as demand for higher bandwidths and improved anti-jam-anti-spoofing increases. Furthermore, the U.S. Government is expected
to contract options for additional GPS III satellites, and the Company believes it is well positioned to compete for the onboard clock
ensemble with its high-precision digital Rubidium atomic frequency standard.
For
the terrestrial secure command control and communications systems market, the Company’s products support multiple C4ISR and EW
applications for the U.S. Government on land, sea and air-borne platforms. Recently identified threats to the communication capabilities
of U.S. Government facilities through jamming or “spoofing” global positioning systems (“GPS”) signals may be
mitigated by the Company’s technologies. In addition, similar types of threats to the public and enterprise networks have been
identified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The Company’s high precision, ruggedized clocks combined with specialized
software are essential for certain secure communication systems.
To
address these markets, the Company has several corporate entities that operate under two reportable segments primarily based on the geographic
locations of its subsidiaries. The two reportable segments are (1) FEI-NY, which includes the subsidiaries FEI Government Systems, Inc.
and FEI Communications, Inc., and, until April 30, 2026, included FEI-Elcom; and (2) FEI-Zyfer, Inc. (“FEI-Zyfer”).
Frequency
Electronics has made a strategic decision to focus on satellite payloads, C4ISR and EW market segments, because the Company believes
these business areas represent significant opportunities for revenue growth.
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1.
FEI-NY
FEI
Government Systems, Inc. and FEI Communications, Inc. design and manufacture U.S. Government and commercial satellite electronics, as
well as products for the U.S. military and commercial telecom customers. These products are designed and manufactured at the Company’s
Long Island, New York headquarters facility.
Until
April 30, 2026, FEI-Elcom designed and manufactured Radio Frequency (“RF”) microwave modules, devices and subsystems up to
60 GHz including fast switching, ultra-low phase noise synthesizers, up-down converters, receivers, tuners, ceramic resonance oscillators
and dielectric resonance oscillators.
2.
FEI-Zyfer – Precision time references for terrestrial secure communications and command and control, and frequency
products that incorporate GPS technology are manufactured by FEI-Zyfer. FEI-Zyfer’s GPS capability complements the Company’s
existing technologies and permits the combined entities to provide a broader range of embedded systems for a variety of timing functions
and anti-spoofing applications.
For
additional information about these reportable segments, see Item 1. Business – Reportable Segments and Products below.
REPORTABLE
SEGMENTS AND PRODUCTS
The Company operates under
two reportable segments, primarily aligned with the geographical locations of its subsidiaries: (1) FEI-NY and (2) FEI-Zyfer. Within each
segment the Company designs, develops, manufactures and markets precision time and frequency control products for different markets as
described below. The Company’s Chief Operating Decision Maker (“CODM”) measures segment performance based on total revenues,
cost of revenues, and profits generated by each geographic center rather than on the specific types of customers or end-users. Consequently,
the Company determined that the segments indicated above appropriately reflect the way the Company’s CODM views the business. The
FEI-NY segment, which includes the parent company, FEI, operates out of the Company’s Long Island, New York headquarters facility.
The FEI-NY segment also includes the operations of FEI-Elcom. FEI-Elcom, in addition to its own product line, provides design and technical
support for FEI’s business. Effective as of April 30, 2026, FEI-Elcom converted into a Delaware limited liability company; however,
the ongoing business operations of FEI-Elcom will continue under the FEI-NY segment. For more information regarding the Company’s
restructuring, see Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements. The products manufactured by the FEI-NY segment are precision time
and frequency products, and more recently, quantum sensing products ,principally marketed to the commercial and U.S. Government satellite
markets, to other U.S. Department of War (“DOW”) customers and to wireless communications network providers. Quantum sensors
include magnetic sensors (magnetometers), and Rydberg sensors (compact receiving antennae), which utilize the same basic physics phenomena
as atomic clocks. Because FEI-NY has manufactured atomic clocks for decades, the quantum sensor market represents a new growing market
which utilizes the underlying technology behind atomic clocks, and is a natural arena for FEI to compete in. The FEI-Zyfer segment, which
operates out of California, designs and manufactures products that incorporate GPS technologies and high-precision clocks designed and
manufactured at FEI. FEI-Zyfer sells its products to both commercial and U.S. Government customers and collaborates with FEI on joint
product development activities.
During
fiscal years 2026 and 2025, approximately 72% and 76%, respectively, of the Company’s consolidated revenues were from products
sold by the FEI-NY segment. In fiscal years 2026 and 2025, sales for the FEI-Zyfer segment were 34% and 27%, respectively, of the Company’s
consolidated revenues. (The sum of annual sales percentages exceeds 100% due to intersegment sales.)
Consolidated
revenues include sales to end-users in countries located outside of the U.S., primarily in Europe and Asia. During fiscal years 2026
and 2025, foreign sales comprised 9% and 6%, respectively, of the Company’s consolidated revenues. For segment information, see
Note 13 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
The
Company’s sales on U.S. Government programs for both space and non-space applications are generally made under fixed price or cost-plus
contracts either directly with U.S. Government agencies or indirectly through subcontracts intended for U.S. Government end-use.
For
fixed-price contracts, the price paid to the Company is not subject to adjustment by reason of costs incurred by the Company in the performance
of the contract, except for costs incurred due to contract changes ordered by the customer. These contracts are negotiated on terms under
which the Company bears the risk of cost overruns and derives the benefit from cost savings. Cost-plus contracts reimburse the Company
for the actual costs incurred in performance of the contract requirements.
As
indicated above, many of the programs and platforms for which the Company supplies products and systems are used by the U.S. Government
for maintaining secure communications world-wide, for obtaining vital intelligence and for enabling precision targeting capabilities.
The Company’s products are also used in classified projects for the U.S. Government. It is the belief of management that the future
success of the mission of the U.S. military and intelligence community is dependent on successful and timely deployment of these systems.
Thus, the Company anticipates that adequate funds will be provided by the U.S. Government to ensure that the programs are completed.
However, the Company’s experience indicates that programs and/or product sales can be delayed or canceled due to variations associated
with periodic U.S. Government appropriations cycles and shifting priorities. If the U.S. Government canceled or delayed, even temporarily,
programs and/or purchases involving Company products, the Company’s business could suffer a material adverse effect.
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Negotiations
on U.S. Government contracts are sometimes based in part on Certificates of Current Costs. An inaccuracy in such certificates may entitle
the U.S. Government to an appropriate recovery. The Company’s accounts with respect to these contracts are subject to audit by
the Defense Contract Audit Agency (“DCAA”). The Company’s last full incurred cost audit was performed in 2008. Additionally,
the Company had successfully completed an accounting system audit in 2018 and 2023. The Company is required to submit, for subsequent
review, an Incurred Cost Report by October 31, for each year then ended. All such required reports have been filed with no adverse comments
to date.
Frequency
Electronics has a DCAA audited and approved accounting system, which enables the Company to enter into contracts directly with U.S. Government
agencies that require government certified accounting systems.
Government
end-use contracts are subject to termination by the purchaser for convenience or default, as well as various other Federal Acquisition
Regulations provisions. In the event of a termination for convenience, the Company is entitled to receive compensation as provided under
the specific terms of such contracts. There were two government end-use contracts terminated during the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026.
FEI-NY
Segment:
FEI-NY
provides precision time, frequency generation and synchronization products and subsystems that are found on-board satellites, in ground-based
communication systems and imbedded in mobile platforms operated by the U.S. military. FEI-NY has made a substantial investment in research
and development (“R&D”) to apply its core technologies to satellite payloads, non-space DOW programs and commercial and
industrial markets. Revenues from satellite payloads, both for commercial and U.S. Government applications, have become FEI-NY’s
largest business area while the portion of commercial network infrastructure sales has declined relatively. FEI-NY expects to continue
to generate substantial revenues from deployment of new and replacement satellites and other U.S. Government/DOW applications including
sales of ruggedized subsystems for mobile U.S. military platforms.
Satellite
Payloads
The
use of satellites launched for communications, navigation, weather forecasting, video and data transmissions and Internet access has
expanded the need to transmit increasing amounts of voice, video, and data to earth-based receivers. This requires more precise timing
and frequency control at the satellite. The Company manufactures the master timing systems (quartz, rubidium) and other significant timing
and frequency generation products for navigation, communication and intelligence collection satellites, and many of the Company’s
other space assemblies are used onboard spacecraft for command, control and power distribution. Efficient and reliable DC-DC power converters
are also manufactured for the Company’s own assemblies and as stand-alone products for space applications. The Company’s
oven-controlled quartz crystal oscillators are cost-effective precision frequency sources suited for high-end performance required in
satellite communications, airborne and terrestrial datalinks and geophysical survey positioning systems. Commercial satellite programs
that utilize the Company’s space-qualified products include Iridium NEXT Constellation, Intelsat EPIC, O3B, WAAS, MexSat, MSV,
ICO, TerreStar, EchoStar, Inmarsat and others. The Company is also pursuing core product opportunities for planned satellite constellations
that will operate in Low- or Medium-Earth Orbits.
In
the years ahead, the Company expects that the DOW will require more secure communication capabilities, more assets in space and greater
bandwidth. The Global Positioning Satellite System, the MILSTAR Satellite System and the AEHF Satellite System are examples of the programs
in which the Company has participated or plans to participate and which management believes are important to the success of the U.S.
Government’s communication, intelligence and Precision Navigation and Timing (“PNT”) needs. It is likely that the DOW
will move to adopt smaller and less expensive satellites for LEO applications, which the Company anticipates will necessitate the adaptation
of the Company’s products or development of new products to better suit this type of satellite architecture. The Company previously
manufactured the master clock for the Trident missile, the basic timing system for the Voyager I and Voyager II deep space exploratory
missions and the quartz timing system for the Space Shuttle. The Company’s product offerings for U.S. Government satellite programs
are similar in design and function to those used on commercial satellites, as described above.
U.S.
Government- Non-space
In
addition to space-based programs, the Company’s proprietary products are used in airborne and ground-based guidance,
navigation, communications, radar, sonar and electronic countermeasures and timing systems. The Company has developed and patented a
low acceleration-sensitive technology which offers an approximate 100 times improvement in performance under shock, vibration and
other environmental effects as compared to other devices. Products are built in accordance with DOW standards and are in use on many
of the U.S. Government’s important military applications. The Company anticipates that the U.S. government will provide
adequate funds to sustain these programs.
Until
April 30, 2026, FEI-Elcom addressed RF microwave modules and subsystems up to 60 GHz including fast switching, ultra-low phase noise
synthesizers, up-down converters, receivers, tuners, ceramic resonance oscillators and dielectric resonance oscillators.
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FEI-Zyfer
Segment:
FEI-Zyfer
designs, develops and manufactures products that provide PNT, primarily incorporating Global Navigation Satellite System(s) technology.
FEI-Zyfer’s products make use of both “in-the-clear” civil and “crypto-secured” military signals for GPS.
FEI-Zyfer’s products are integrated into radar systems, airborne SIGINT/COMINT platforms, information networks, test equipment,
military command and control terminals, and satellite ground stations. FEI-Zyfer’s products are an important extension of FEI’s
core product line, specifically in secure PNT for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance,
and Reconnaissance (C5ISR). Recently identified threats to the communication capabilities of U.S. Government and to the public and enterprise
networks through jamming, multi-path or “spoofing” GPS signals may be mitigated by FEI-Zyfer’s technologies and products.
High precision, ruggedized clocks combined with specialized software are essential for the security of government communication and systems.
More than 95% of FEI-Zyfer’s revenues are derived from sales where the end user is the U.S. Government.
BACKLOG
As
of April 30, 2026, the Company’s consolidated backlog amounted to approximately $111 million compared to $70 million, at the end
of the prior fiscal year. Approximately 73% of the current backlog is expected to be filled during the Company’s fiscal year ending
April 30, 2027. As of April 30, 2026, there were no amounts included in backlog under cost-plus or fixed-fee contracts that had not been
funded. The Company excludes from backlog those contracts or awards for which it has not received authorization to proceed. The Company
expects any partially funded contracts to become fully funded over time and will add the additional funding to its backlog at that time.
The backlog is subject to change for various reasons, including possible cancellation of orders, change orders, change in contract terms
and other factors beyond the Company’s control. Accordingly, the backlog is not necessarily indicative of the revenues or profits
(losses) which may be realized when the results of such contracts are reported.
CUSTOMERS
AND SUPPLIERS
The
Company’s products are sold to both commercial and governmental customers. For the years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, approximately
91% and 94%, respectively, of the Company’s sales were made under contracts to the U.S. Government or subcontracts for U.S. Government
end-use.
During
fiscal year 2026, Lockheed Martin Corporation (“Lockheed Martin”), L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (“L3Harris”),
and The Boeing Company (“Boeing”) each accounted for more than 10% of the Company’s consolidated revenues.
During
fiscal year 2025, Northrop Grumman Company (“Northrop Grumman”) accounted for more than 10% of the Company’s consolidated
revenues.
The
loss by the Company of any one of these customers could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business. The Company believes
its relationship with these companies is mutually satisfactory. Additionally, the Company is not aware of any prospect for the cancellation
or significant reduction of any of its commercial or existing U.S. Government contracts; however, the cancellation or significant reduction
of the Company’s commercial or existing U.S. Government contracts could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business.
The
Company purchases a variety of electrical and other components and materials for use in the manufacture of its products. The Company
is not dependent upon any one supplier or source of supply for any of its materials and maintains alternative sources of supply for
all of its purchases. The Company has found its suppliers to be generally reliable and price-competitive; however, recent quotes for
various parts and materials reflect longer delivery schedules and price increases. Where supply chain issues have been encountered,
the Company has responded by changing the source of supply or redesigning products and replacing unavailable parts and materials
with alternates wherever possible. FEI-NY is dependent on a limited number of suppliers for space qualified parts. If these
suppliers were unable to deliver in reasonable time frames, then the prompt qualification of alternate suppliers may not be feasible
or cost effective. Consequently, the Company could experience delays in delivery of its end products or costs in excess of what was
originally quoted.
RESEARCH
AND DEVELOPMENT
The
Company’s technological leadership continues to be an essential factor as it pursues future growth in revenues and earnings. The
Company has focused its internal R&D efforts on improving the core physics and electronic performance in its time and frequency products,
conducting research to develop new time and frequency technologies and capabilities, improving product manufacturability by seeking to
reduce its production costs through product redesign and process improvements and other measures to take advantage of lower cost components.
The
Company continues to focus a significant portion of its own resources and efforts on developing hardware for satellites (commercial
and U.S. Government) and terrestrial commercial communications systems, including wireless and GPS-related systems. During fiscal
years 2026 and 2025, the Company expended $6.1 million on such R&D activity in both years. See Item 7, Management’s
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. Additionally, the Company receives customer funding for
specific R&D projects and anticipates additional funding from customers for future R&D initiatives. Although funding is
obtained from customers, the Company retains the rights to any products developed. During fiscal years 2026 and 2025, some of the
Company’s development resources were applied to the design-stage of fixed-price satellite payload sub-system programs. For
fiscal year 2027, the resources to be allocated to R&D will depend on market conditions and identification of new opportunities,
as was the case in fiscal year 2026.
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PATENTS
AND LICENSES
The
Company believes that its business is generally not dependent on patent or license protection. Rather, it is primarily dependent upon
the Company’s technical competence, the quality of its products and its prompt and responsible contract performance. However, employees
working for the Company assign all rights to inventions to the Company, and the Company presently holds such patents and licenses. In
certain limited circumstances, the U.S. Government may use or permit the use by the Company’s competitors of certain patents or
licenses the government has funded. During fiscal year 2003, the Company received a broad and significant patent for proprietary quartz
oscillator technology which the Company has incorporated into its legacy designs, and which it will incorporate into future designs,
to exploit in both legacy and new applications. In 2006, the Company obtained a basic patent for its low g-sensitivity technology which
management believes will permit greatly enhanced performance of devices on moving platforms and under externally imposed shock or vibration.
The Company’s current patents run through 2026.
COMPETITION
The
Company experiences competition in all areas of its business. Many of the Company’s competitors are larger, have greater financial
resources and have larger R&D and marketing staffs. The Company has a strong history of competing successfully in this environment
due to the quality, reliability and outstanding record of performance its products have achieved. The Company competes primarily on the
basis of the accuracy, performance and reliability of its products, the ability of its products to function under severe conditions,
such as in space or in other extremely hostile environments, and the Company’s track record of prompt and responsive contract performance
and technical competence. The Company has unique and broad capabilities which include quartz and rubidium-based timing references and
specialized RF microwave technology. With respect to very high precision products, the Company encounters fewer competitors than it does
for lower precision products for which there are a significant number of suppliers.
The
Company’s principal competition for space products is the in-house capability of its major customers such as Boeing, Northrop Grumman
and Lockheed Martin, as well as a number of other firms capable of providing high-reliability microwave frequency generators. With respect
to non-space products, such as systems for precision time for terrestrial secure communication and command and control, and products
for multiple applications in the EW market, the Company competes with larger domestic companies such as Microchip Technology Incorporated
and Mercury Systems, Inc.
The
Company believes its ability to obtain raw materials, manufacture finished products, integrate them into systems and sub-systems and
interface these systems with highly sophisticated end-user applications provides a strong competitive edge.
EMPLOYEES
Due
to the specialized nature of our business, our performance depends on identifying, attracting, developing, motivating, and retaining
a highly skilled workforce in multiple areas, including engineering, science, manufacturing, information technology, cybersecurity and
business development. The Company develops its workforce using a broad-based recruiting process to select talented individuals and by
offering competitive compensation and benefits.
The
Company currently employs 242 employees (232 full-time and 10 part-time), 99% based in the U.S. No employees are represented by labor
unions. We believe our relationships with our employees are favorable as reflected in our high retention rates.
See
“Risk Factors” for further discussion regarding risks related to our workforce and employee relations.
OTHER
ASPECTS
The
Company’s business is not seasonal although it expects to experience some fluctuation in revenues during the second fiscal quarter
as a result of summer holiday periods.
INFORMATION
ABOUT OUR EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
The
executive officers hold office until the annual meeting of the Board of Directors following the annual meeting of stockholders, subject
to earlier removal by the Board of Directors.
The
names of all executive officers of the Company and all positions and offices with the Company that they presently hold are as follows:
Thomas McClelland
-
President
and Chief Executive Officer
Oleandro Mancini
-
Senior
Vice President, Business Development
Steven L. Bernstein
-
Chief
Financial Officer and Secretary and Treasurer
Thomas
McClelland, age 71, joined the Company as an engineer in 1984 and was elected Vice President, Commercial Products in March 1999. In fiscal
year 2011, Dr. McClelland’s title was modified to Vice President, Advanced Development to describe his expanded role in the Company.
In January 2020, Dr. McClelland’s title was modified to Senior Vice President and Chief Scientist. In July 2022, Dr. McClelland
was appointed the Company’s Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, in addition to his existing positions and responsibilities
with the Company, following the resignation of the Company’s former President and Chief Executive Officer. On January 17, 2023,
Dr. McClelland was appointed the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer.
Oleandro
Mancini, age 77, joined the Company in August 2000 as Vice President, Business Development and was promoted to Senior Vice President
in 2010. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Mancini served from 1998 to 2000 as Vice President, Sales and Marketing at Satellite Transmission
Systems, Inc. and from 1995 to 1998 as Vice President, Business Development at Cardion, Inc., a Siemens A.G. company. From 1987 to 1995,
he held the position of Vice President, Engineering at Cardion, Inc.
Steven
L. Bernstein, age 61, joined the Company in April 2010 as its Controller and was appointed to the position of Chief Financial Officer
in April 2016. In January 2019, Mr. Bernstein was also appointed as Secretary and Treasurer of the Company, in addition to his role as
Chief Financial Officer. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Bernstein worked in the North America accounting group of Arrow Electronics,
a Fortune 500 electronics distributor.
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Item
1A. Risk Factors
Risks
Related to Business Operations and Our Industry
We
rely heavily on U.S. Government programs for a substantial portion of our business. Accordingly, changes in U.S. Government priorities
or delays or reductions in spending by the U.S. Government on such programs could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial
position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
Either
as a prime contractor or as a subcontractor, we rely heavily on U.S. Government programs, from which we derived approximately 91% and
94% of our sales in fiscal year 2026 and fiscal year 2025, respectively. These U.S Government programs may be only partially or incrementally
funded and are subject to potential termination. These programs may also be subject to funding reductions and/or delays due to changes
in government priorities or other factors. Whether direct contracts with the U.S. Government or contracts with prime contractors to the
U.S. Government, our contracts typically are funded at a level less than the full contract value and require periodic incremental additional
funding in order to continue. Should circumstances change regarding funding and sufficient funding become unavailable, contracts may
be terminated, delayed significantly or put on stop work status.
U.S.
Government contracts are subject to Congressional funding, which may be unavailable due to changes in priorities or subject to continuing
resolution, which may result in funding reductions, eliminations or other effects that could impact our business. Furthermore, budget
uncertainty, the risk of future budget cuts, the potential for U.S. Government shutdowns, and the federal debt ceiling could also adversely
affect our industry and the funding for our current and future contracts. If appropriations are delayed or a government shutdown was
to occur and was to continue for an extended period of time, we could be at risk of program or contract cancellations and other disruptions
and nonpayment. Finally, shifting funding priorities or federal budget changes, could also result in reductions in overall spending on
our contracts and projects, which could adversely impact our business, financial condition, results of operations and/or cash flows.
Changes in funding priorities could reduce opportunities in existing programs and in future programs where we intend to compete. While
we would expect to compete and be well positioned as the incumbent on existing programs, we may not be successful and, even if we are
successful, the replacement programs may be funded at lower levels, which could adversely affect our business, financial position, results
of operations and/or cash flows.
We
depend heavily on a small number of larger customers for a substantial portion of our business. The loss of one or more of our largest
customers or programs could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
As
a subcontractor, the Company is reliant on a few large customers that generally hold the ultimate contract with the U.S. Government.
During fiscal year 2026, Lockheed Martin, L3Harris, and Boeing each accounted for more than 10% of the Company’s consolidated revenues.
These customers typically incorporate our products into larger programs. If these customers encounter technical, financial or other issues
unrelated to our products that affect the larger program’s operations, the related program may be terminated or require expensive,
unanticipated revisions. These issues, although unrelated to our products, could adversely impact us if our customers’ contracts
with the U.S. Government become subject to re-competition or are ultimately cancelled. Additionally, our larger customers are sophisticated
corporations with large research and development staffs and budgets. If one or more sought to design and manufacture replacements for
our products, they could potentially discontinue their need for our products. Alternatively, our larger customers could look to replace
our products with the products of one or more of our competitors. The loss of the U.S. Government or one or more of our other larger
customers or programs could adversely affect our business, financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
We
use estimates when accounting for contracts. Changes in estimated contract revenues and/or changes in costs can affect our profitability
and our overall financial position.
Contract
accounting requires significant judgment by the Company’s management with respect to estimating contract revenues and costs and
making assumptions for possible schedule and technical issues. These costs include planned costs for all phases of the contract and,
if needed, costs for any technical issues that arise. Due to the nature and complexity of many of our contracts, the estimation of total
revenues and costs at completion is subject to many variables and often difficult to predict accurately. As a result, it has, and could
in the future, be possible that the Company’s estimates when accounting for contracts may prove to be materially incorrect.
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The
Company’s operating income can be adversely affected when estimated contract costs increase. Reasons for increased estimated contract
costs include: design issues; changes in estimates of the nature and complexity of the work, including technical or quality issues or
requests for additional work; production challenges, including those resulting from the timeliness of customer funding and the unavailability
or reduced productivity of qualified labor; the availability, performance, and quality of significant subcontractors; supplier issues,
including the costs, timeliness and availability of materials and components; changes in laws or regulations; actions necessary for long-term
customer satisfaction; and natural disasters or other matters. We have filed, and may file, requests for equitable adjustment or claims
to seek recovery in whole or in part for our increased costs and aim to protect against these risks through contract terms and conditions
when practical, but the prime contractor or the U.S. Government may disagree with our requests or may not have funding to cover them.
Due
to their nature, fixed price contracts inherently tend to have more financial risk than cost-type contracts, including as a result of
inflationary pressures, labor shortages, and increased labor rates. In fiscal year 2026, 95% of our sales were derived from fixed-price
contracts. While the Company’s management uses its best judgment to estimate costs associated with fixed-price contracts, future
events may require adjustments, which could ultimately adversely affect the Company’s operating income.
Under
cost-type contracts, allowable costs incurred by the contractor are generally subject to reimbursement plus a fee. These cost-type programs
may have award or incentive fees that are uncertain and may be earned over extended periods or towards the end of the contract. In these
cases, the associated financial risks are primarily in recognizing profit, which ultimately may not be earned, or program cancellation
if cost, schedule, or technical performance issues arise.
Changes
in underlying assumptions, circumstances or estimates, and the failure to prevail on related claims for equitable adjustments could have
a material adverse effect on our business, financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
We
face substantial competition in our industry, and if we fail to win future business or experience undue pricing pressures as a result
of such competition, our business, financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows could be adversely affected.
We
operate in a highly competitive industry focused on very high-performance products. Many of our competitors are larger, have greater
financial resources and have larger R&D and marketing staffs. While we also maintain a robust internal R&D program that is intended
to maintain our technical edge, the Company is limited in its resources and ultimately may not be able to successfully compete. Technology
is advancing rapidly, and if we are unable to respond effectively to competition, we may lose existing customers, fail to win future
business or experience undue pricing pressures that could affect our financial performance. Certain of our current technologies may become
subject to significant future advancements, which may make our products obsolete or non-competitive. Competitors may be able to develop
new manufacturing technologies that afford them cost and/or schedule advantages compared to our products. Customers may elect a less
expensive product, even where it offers lower performance, compared to our current products. Specifically, the emergence of numerous
LEO commercial satellite systems that have significantly lower requirements for life in orbit may result in new products based on commercial
parts and processes not required for the high performance and/or longer lived geo-synchronous orbit satellites for which the Company
has typically developed products. This may result in a migration to less capable, but less expensive products compared to what the Company
has traditionally produced. This may result in reduced market share, lower revenues and adversely impact our business operations and
financial conditions. Additionally, competitors may have the benefit of other contracts that enable them to produce in volume with a
concomitant cost advantage that affords them a price advantage. Many of our customers have in-house capability to develop products comparable
to ours and may opt to do so. Accordingly, if we are unable to continue to compete successfully against our current or future competitors,
we may experience declines in future revenues and market share, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial
position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
Our
products, which are often incorporated into larger systems, are technologically complex and require state-of-the-art technology and manufacturing
expertise. Any defect in the design, materials or workmanship with respect to our product could result in system failure.
Our
products are technologically complex and require state-of-the-art technology and manufacturing expertise. If a defect in design, materials
or workmanship is not identified prior to delivery, the defect can result in product failure and potentially the loss of mission capability
for the systems into which our products are integrated. All satellites cannot be recovered from orbit to repair failed sub-systems, therefore
failure of a Company product incorporated into a satellite may result in the complete loss of the satellite with a significant impact
to the Company’s reputation and future business prospects. Penalties and possible litigation may result from these types of problems,
with potential significant impact to our business, financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
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We
are dependent on numerous suppliers for various parts, materials, test services, facility operations and infrastructure. If these suppliers
fail to perform or we are unable to procure or experience significant delays with respect to needed products, materials or services,
our financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows could be materially adversely affected.
We
are dependent on numerous suppliers for various parts, materials, test services, facility operations and infrastructure who may, in turn,
be affected by factors such as raw material availability, skilled personnel shortages, pandemics, major weather events or natural disasters
and other impacts that affect their ability to provide the goods and services we require. Disruptions or performance problems caused
by our suppliers or failure to meet regulatory or contractual requirements, have had, and may continue to have, various adverse impacts
on the Company, including our ability to meet our commitments to customers. The inability of our suppliers to perform adequately has
resulted in and could in the future result in the need for us to transition to alternate suppliers if available, which could result in
significant incremental cost and delay or the need for us to provide other resources to support our existing suppliers. The Company is
reliant on suppliers who are space-qualified, limiting the ability to procure certain key materials, such as circuit boards, from other
vendors. When these key suppliers experience quality issues, their products may have to be rejected, causing delays in our ability to
complete projects on schedule and at projected costs. The time and cost associated with resolution of these issues may impact our financial
performance. Consolidation of the industry can result in elimination of suppliers or discontinuation of certain product lines upon which
we are reliant, necessitating lifetime buys of components or the need to redesign electronics to incorporate different components, having
a negative effect on our financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows. Furthermore, latent supply chain quality issues
may affect our product performance and reliability, which may damage our reputation and impact future business.
The
success of our business and financial performance is dependent on our ability to identify, attract, train and retain a highly skilled
workforce.
We
rely on very unique skill sets in our employee population. Our average employee tenure is approximately 11 years and the median age is
approximately 53. Our products rely on very experienced engineers, physicists and manufacturing personnel who are trained in-house and
who acquire competence only after a lengthy period of time. Given the median age of our average employee, we anticipate that a number
of our key personnel will retire in the coming years. If we are unable to attract, train and retain competent and skilled replacement
employees, our ability to design, develop and manufacture our products will be adversely affected. Furthermore, our operating performance
is also dependent upon personnel who hold security clearances and receive substantial training to work on certain programs or tasks.
If we experience unanticipated attrition with respect to these employees, it will be difficult for us to replace them on a timely basis.
Adverse
changes in global economic or geopolitical conditions may adversely affect business operations and financial condition.
Global
economic and geopolitical conditions may adversely affect our business operations and financial condition. Turmoil in world financial
markets may impact our supply chain resulting in unavailability of key components and materials, increasing costs due to delays, need
to redesign certain electronics in order to mitigate shortages or schedule impacts and increasing costs to establish alternate qualified
suppliers. These impacts may adversely affect our business due to customer cancellations, reduced demand for our products and increased
costs, which could impact our financial condition. We are also subject to inflation and recessionary pressures. The current inflationary
environment has and may continue to increase our cost of labor as well as our other operating costs. Likewise, deteriorating economic
conditions could reduce the demand for our products, which could adversely affect our business operations and financial condition.
We
face various risks related to health epidemics, pandemics and similar outbreaks, which may have material adverse effects on our business,
financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
Health
epidemics, pandemics and similar outbreaks create substantial risk to the Company. Employees work in close proximity to one another.
Therefore, if an employee is infected with a communicable disease or suspected of being infected, other employees he or she has come
in contact with may also be infected, with a cascading effect on the workforce. In addition to the time off to recover, there is a need
to clean and disinfect the areas where the employee was working and had frequented in the facility. The nature of the Company’s
business requires mostly “hands-on” activities related to design, manufacturing and testing. Therefore, absenteeism resulting
from infectious diseases and cleaning procedures to disinfect various areas of our facilities can have a significant impact on a contract’s
schedule, with a corresponding impact to costs. The Company is not able to predict possible future health epidemics, pandemics, or similar
outbreaks, but if they manifest, they could have significant adverse effects on our business, financial position, results of operations
and/or cash flows.
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Our
business could be adversely impacted by various external disruptions.
A
natural disaster, terrorism, insider threat, workplace violence, civil unrest, damaging weather, fire, act of war, or similar acts or
events could limit our access to our facilities or cause interruption in the supply of electricity, natural gas, or water or preclude
delivery of various supplies or limit the movement of our workforce, which may have a significant adverse impact to our operations and
financial performance. The nature of our business requires mostly “hands-on” activities at our facilities to design and manufacture
our products. Additionally, our products undergo lengthy testing, and interruption of these tests for any reason can cause damage to
the product and/or necessitate the need to repeat test cycles, with adverse cost and schedule impacts. Catastrophic effects that result
in intrusion of damaging water or other contaminants may cause damage to sensitive capital equipment, inventory or facilities that could
be material. Our ability to recover from these catastrophes may be limited. As a result, such disruptions could adversely impact our
financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
Noncompliance
with any of the covenants in the Company’s $10 million senior secured revolving credit facility (the “Credit Agreement”),
which matures on June 12, 2029, could result in any debt outstanding thereunder becoming due, which could have a material adverse effect
on its financial position, operations and liquidity.
The
Credit Agreement contains customary restrictive covenants and financial covenants, including those related to total leverage and minimum
fixed charge coverage, that, if violated, could restrict the Company’s operational and financial flexibility. Failure to comply
with these covenants could result in an event of default. If any such event of default is not cured or waived, the lender could elect
to declare any outstanding debt under the Credit Agreement at such time to be due and payable and could cease making further loans and
institute foreclosure proceedings against the Company’s assets, all of which could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s
financial position, operations and liquidity.
Risks
Related to Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Matters
Our
failure to comply with laws, regulations and/or terms we are subject to could adversely affect our business.
We operate in a highly regulated
industry and are routinely audited and reviewed by the U.S. Government and its agencies. These agencies review performance under our contracts,
our cost structure and accounting, and our compliance with applicable laws, regulations, terms and standards, as well as the adequacy
of our systems in meeting government requirements. If an audit uncovers improper or illegal activities, we would be subject to possible
civil and criminal penalties, sanctions, forfeiture of profits or suspension or debarment. Most of our contracts are subject to Federal
Acquisition Regulations (FARs) or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Violation of any of these regulations can
result in significant consequences, including fines, debarments or other punitive measures by the U.S. Government. Additionally, the Company
has defense department security clearance that is required for performance on several contracts. Failure to maintain compliant security
procedures may result in suspension of our security clearance and inability to perform on current contracts, as well as limit our ability
to be awarded future contracts. The Company is also subject to export control requirements, anti-boycott regulations and Office of Foreign
Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions against business dealings with certain persons and entities, including its investment in Morion, Inc.,
a less than wholly-owned subsidiary of state-owned Russian bank Gazprombank. For example, the U.S. Ukraine-related sanctions regime has
since 2014 included a list of sectoral sanctions identifications (“SSI”) pursuant to Executive Order 13662, which prohibits
certain transactions, including certain extensions of credit, with an entity designated as an SSI or certain affiliates of an entity designated
as an SSI. On July 16, 2014, after the Company’s investment in Morion, Gazprombank was designated as an SSI. As previously disclosed,
in light of Morion’s relationship with Gazprombank, in 2020, the Company evaluated, with the assistance of external legal counsel,
certain sales to Morion and the timing of payments by Morion to the Company in connection with those sales to determine whether payments
by Morion may have inadvertently constituted extensions of credit in violation of Directive 1 under Executive Order 13662. The Company
determined that certain payments by Morion – the majority of which occurred more than five years ago – were not timely. Following
the evaluation, on May 7, 2020, the Company voluntarily disclosed its findings to OFAC. The Company’s voluntary disclosure to OFAC
related solely to delays in collection of accounts receivable that exceeded then-applicable payment windows set forth in sanctions regulations
and did not relate to any other type of payment or transaction. On February 17, 2021, the Company received a Cautionary Letter from OFAC
indicating that OFAC has completed its review of the matter. According to OFAC, the Cautionary Letter was issued instead of pursuing a
civil monetary penalty or taking other enforcement action. On October 30, 2024, OFAC designated Morion as a Specially Designated National,
resulting in the blocking of all Morion property and property interests and the termination of all commercial relationships between the
Company and Morion. Although the Company’s prior voluntary disclosure to OFAC discussed above did not lead to any civil monetary
penalty or other enforcement action and although the Company has terminated all commercial relationships with Morion following Morion’s
designation as a Specially Designated National, the Company continues to hold a minority equity interest in Morion, and there can be no
assurance that the Company’s historical or continuing relationship with Morion will not result in additional regulatory scrutiny
or liability. Any future violation of any of the requirements, governmental regulations discussed above, including OFAC sanctions, or
other similar laws, regulations, terms or standards could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations
and/or cash flows.
We
are subject to various investigations, claims, disputes, enforcement actions, litigation, and other legal proceedings that could ultimately
be resolved against us.
We have and may in the future
become subject to investigations, claims, disputes, enforcement actions and administrative, civil or criminal litigation, arbitration
or other legal proceedings across a broad array of matters, including government contracts, commercial transactions, false claims, false
statements, compliance with government orders, mischarging, contract performance, fraud, procurement integrity, securities laws and requirements,
products liability, warranties, hazardous materials, personal injury claims, environmental, stockholder derivative actions, acquisitions
and divestitures, intellectual property, tax, corporate law and obligations, employment, export/import, anti-corruption, debt and equity,
labor, health and safety, accidents, and employee benefits and plans, including plan administration, improper payments and issues related
to privacy and security (cyber and physical). These matters can divert financial and management resources; result in administrative, civil
or criminal fines, penalties or other sanctions (including judgments, convictions, consent or other voluntary decrees or agreements),
compensatory, treble or other damages, non-monetary relief or other liabilities; and otherwise harm our business and our ability to obtain
and retain new business. Certain allegations against us can lead to suspension or debarment from government contracts. A suspension or
debarment could have a material adverse effect on the Company because of our reliance on U.S. Government contracts. Additionally, an investigation,
claim, dispute, enforcement action or litigation, even if pending or not ultimately substantiated or if fully indemnified or insured,
can also negatively impact our reputation among our customers, and make it substantially more difficult for us to compete effectively
for business in the future. Accordingly, investigations, claims, disputes, enforcement actions, litigation or other legal proceedings
could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
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Risks
Related to Information Technology and Intellectual Property
Our
business could be adversely impacted by significant cybersecurity attacks.
As
a U.S. Government defense industry contractor, the Company has experienced cybersecurity attacks in the past and may be subjected to
significant cybersecurity attacks in the future in an effort to, among other things, steal intellectual property, disrupt operations,
embed ransomware or initiate insider attacks. Although we implement various measures and controls to monitor and mitigate risks associated
with these threats and to increase the cyber resiliency of our infrastructure and products, there can be no assurance that these processes
will be sufficient. Our inability to defend effectively against cyberattacks may result in disruption of operations, loss of significant
intellectual property, compromise of employee’s personal information or violation of government contractor requirements for information
security. These could result in reputational damage, fines, litigation, operational impacts or significant costs for mitigation and/or
recovery, all with adverse consequences to our financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
Claims
by third parties that our products infringe their intellectual property could result in costly disputes and/or require us to develop
alternate designs.
We
may become subject to claims for infringement of intellectual property, which could result in litigation costs or require us to incur
costs for developing alternate designs that may require extensive testing and qualification to meet contract obligations. This could
result in adverse consequences to our financial position, results of operations and/or cash flows.
Risks
Related to Our Common Stock
Our
stock price may continue to be volatile.
The trading price of our common
stock has been, and may continue to be volatile and subject to wide fluctuations in response to various factors, many of which we cannot
control. As a result, investors in our common stock may experience substantial losses. This volatility may or may not be related to our
operating performance. Our operating results, from time to time, may be below the expectations of public market analysts and investors,
which could have a material adverse effect on the market price of our common stock.
If
significant existing stockholders sell large numbers of shares of our common stock, our common stock price could decline.
Approximately 38.5% of our
outstanding common stock is held by 5 individuals or entities. The market price of our common stock could decline if a large number of
our shares of outstanding common stock are sold in the public market by our existing stockholders or as a result of the perception that
such sales could occur.
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Item
1B. Unresolved Staff Comments
Not
Applicable.
Item
1C. Cybersecurity
Risk
Management and Strategy
We
believe cybersecurity is critical to our mission to ensure uninterrupted business continuity and enables us to deliver superior services
while safeguarding our customers’ sensitive information.
Our
cybersecurity risk management processes are integrated into our overall risk management strategy. As part of our risk management strategy,
our cybersecurity framework encompasses the following key processes:
● Risk-Based
Controls for Information Systems: We maintain an Information Technology (IT) infrastructure with physical, administrative, and technical
controls tailored to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our information and systems.
● Cybersecurity
Incident Response Plan and Testing: We have an incident response plan supported by a dedicated team to address cybersecurity incidents.
This incident response plan includes vulnerability identification, initial assessment, and engagement of external experts as needed.
● Training
Initiatives: We provide security awareness training to help our employees understand their information protection and cybersecurity responsibilities
at the Company. We also provide additional role-based training to employees based on customer requirements, regulatory obligations and
industry risks, as needed.
● Third-Party
Assessments: We engage cybersecurity firms to regularly evaluate our cybersecurity posture, helping identify and mitigate risks posed
by evolving threats.
We
seek to continually strengthen our cybersecurity defenses through significant investments in resources and maintaining comprehensive
cybersecurity insurance coverage. We maintain an insider threat detection program to proactively identify and mitigate both external
and internal threats in a timely manner.
We
rely on certain third-party service providers to assist us with the delivery of our products to our customers. A cybersecurity incident
at a supplier or subcontractor could materially adversely impact us. Therefore, we evaluate third party providers from a cybersecurity
risk perspective, which may include an assessment of that service provider’s cybersecurity posture through a questionnaire. However,
we rely on the third parties we use to implement security programs commensurate with their risk, and we cannot ensure in all circumstances
that their efforts will be successful.
Our
adherence to Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements
seeks to ensure strict protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), as mandated by the U.S. Department of War. These efforts
underscore our commitment to maintaining the highest cybersecurity resilience standards and regulatory compliance.
As
a U.S. Government defense industry contractor, we have experienced cybersecurity attacks and may be subject to significant cybersecurity
attacks in the future. To date, we are not aware of any cybersecurity threats that have materially affected or are reasonably likely
to affect us, including our business strategy, results of operations or financial condition. For additional information, see “Our
business could be adversely impacted by significant cybersecurity attacks” in Item 1A. Risk Factors above.
Governance
The
full Board of Directors has overall responsibility for overseeing the cybersecurity processes of identifying and mitigating cybersecurity
risks. The Board of Directors has not delegated this responsibility to any one Committee, as its structure and size allows for the entire
Board of Directors to oversee this responsibility. Periodically, our management provides updates to the Board of Directors regarding
our internal control program, including any significant changes to its IT infrastructure and/or cybersecurity program. Management also
communicates directly with the Board of Directors to report any material risks from cybersecurity threats.
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Our Chief Information Officer
(CIO) leads our cybersecurity program and reports directly to our Chief Executive Officer. Our CIO is supported by our internal IT team
that assists our CIO in the day-to-day management of the cybersecurity program, including the cybersecurity incident response plan, training
initiatives and third-party assessments. Our CIO has over two decades of experience in various cybersecurity functions, including implementing
stringent cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive information and meet established security standards, extensive work in IT governance
and operations, network intrusion and critical systems protection, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and data analytics. He
has a B.S. in Computer Information Systems, and additional training in Risk Management Framework 2, COMSEC, and APICS.
Item
2. Properties
The
Company operates out of several facilities located around the U.S. Each facility is used for manufacturing its products and for administrative
activities. The following table presents the location, size and terms of ownership/occupation:
Location
Size (sq. ft.)
Own or Lease
Mitchel Field, NY
93,000
Lease
Garden Grove, CA
37,463
Lease
Northvale, NJ
6,548
Lease
Boulder, CO
4,140
Lease
The
Company’s facility located in Mitchel Field, Long Island, New York, is part of the building that the Company constructed in 1981
and expanded in 1988 on land leased from Nassau County. In January 1998, the Company sold the building and the related land lease to
Reckson Associates Realty Corp. (“Reckson”), leasing back the space that it presently occupies.
The
Company leases its manufacturing and office space from RA 55 CLB LLC (as successor-in-interest to Reckson). The lease expires on September
30, 2029. Pursuant to the lease agreement, the Company pays a gradually increasing annual rent of $1,046,810 in 2019 to $1,276,056 in
2029. The Company believes the leased space is adequate to meet the Company’s domestic operational needs which encompass the principal
operations of the FEI-NY segment and also serves as the Company’s corporate headquarters.
The
Garden Grove, California facility is leased by the Company’s subsidiary, FEI-Zyfer. The facility consists of a combination office
and test/assembly areas. The Company signed a third amendment to the lease, which expanded the square footage rented, and extended the
lease an additional 62 months, beginning February 1, 2025 and expiring March 30, 2030. The average annual rent over the period of the
amendment is approximately $672,000. The Company believes the leased space is adequate to meet FEI-Zyfer’s operational needs.
FEI-Elcom entered into a new
lease agreement on January 12, 2022 regarding its Northvale, New Jersey facility. The facility consists of a combination office and manufacturing
space. The Company signed a third amendment to the lease, which extended the lease an additional 36 months beginning February 1, 2022
and expiring January 31, 2025, and reduced the square footage rented. Until a new lease is signed, the Company will make monthly payments
of $13,491; all other terms and conditions of the previous lease shall remain in full force and effect. As of April 30, 2026, the Company
has not signed a fourth amendment to the lease with the landlord, however, the Company continues to utilize the space for FEI-Elcom’s
operational needs.
The
Boulder, Colorado facility is leased by the Company and is used as a satellite facility for the FEI-NY segment. The facility consists
of a combination office and test/assembly areas. The Company signed the lease for a period of 62 months, beginning August 1, 2025 and
expiring September 30, 2030. The average annual rent over the period of the lease is approximately $71,100. The Company believes the
leased space is adequate to meet operational needs.
Item
3. Legal Proceedings
From time to time, the Company
may become a defendant in litigation arising out of the ordinary course of business. As of July 16, 2026, the Company was not party to
any material pending legal proceedings.
Item
4. Mine Safety Disclosures
Not
applicable.
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PART
II
Item
5. Market for Registrant ’ s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
The common stock of the Company
is listed on The Nasdaq Global Market (“NASDAQ”) under the ticker symbol “FEIM.” As of July 8, 2026, the approximate
number of holders of record of common stock was 613.
DIVIDEND
POLICY
No
dividends were declared or paid during fiscal year 2026. In the past, we have declared special dividends from time to time; however,
any future determinations as to the declaration of dividends on our common stock will be made at the discretion of the Board of Directors
and will depend on our earnings, operating and financial conditions, capital requirements, Credit Agreement restrictions, and other factors
deemed relevant by the Board of Directors.
The
Credit Agreement currently restricts our ability to declare and pay dividends on our common stock if certain total leverage and minimum
fixed charge coverage covenants are not met, and our ability to declare and pay dividends on our common stock may further be restricted
by the provisions of other financing documents that we may enter into in the future or the terms of securities that we may issue from
time to time.
PURCHASES
OF EQUITY SECURITIES
There
were no sales of unregistered equity securities during the quarter ended April 30, 2026.
The
following table presents the share-repurchase activity for the quarter ended April 30, 2026:
Period
Total
number of
shares
purchased
(1) (2)
Average price
paid per share
Total
number of
shares
purchased as
part of the
publicly
announced plan
or program
Approximate
dollar value of
shares that may
yet be
purchased
under the plan
or program
February 1 - 28, 2026
-
$ -
-
$ 19,009,026
March 1 - 31, 2026
-
-
-
$ 19,009,026
April 1 - 30, 2026
-
-
-
$ 19,009,026
Total
-
-
$ 19,009,026
(1) In
March 2005, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to $5.0 million worth of shares of the Company’s
common stock. On September 9, 2025, the Company’s Board of Directors approved a new share repurchase authorization in the amount
of $20.0 million. Under this new share repurchase authorization, the Company’s shares of common stock may be purchased on a discretionary
basis from time to time, subject to general business and market conditions, other investment opportunities, and compliance with the covenants
under the Credit Agreement, through open market purchases, privately negotiated transactions or other means. This repurchase program
may be suspended or discontinued at any time without notice. The new share repurchase authorization replaced the Company’s prior
share repurchase authorization under which approximately $0.6 million remained. This new share repurchase authorization does not have
an expiration date.
(2) There
were no shares withheld or otherwise repurchased during the quarter ended April 30, 2026.
Item
6. [Reserved]
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7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
“Safe
Harbor ” Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995:
The
statements in this Annual Report on Form 10-K regarding future earnings and operations and other statements relating to the future
constitute “forward-looking” statements pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements inherently involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to
differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Factors that would cause or contribute to such differences include, but
are not limited to, the risks associated with reliance on key customers, including the U.S. government, the Company’s use of
estimates when accounting for contracts, actions by significant customers or competitors, competitive factors, new products and
technological changes, continued acceptance of the Company’s products in the marketplace, dependence upon third-party vendors,
product prices and raw material costs, the Company’s ability to attract and retain key employees, general domestic and
international economic conditions, health epidemics and pandemics, external disruptions to the Company’s facilities or supply
chain, the Company’s operations in a highly regulated industry, the outcome of any litigation and arbitration proceedings,
cybersecurity attacks, noncompliance with any of the covenants in the Credit Agreement, volatility in the Company’s stock
price, including due to the relatively low trading volume of its common stock, and failure to maintain an effective system of
internal controls over financial reporting. The factors listed above are not exhaustive. Other sections of this Form 10-K
include additional factors that could materially and adversely impact the Company’s business, financial condition and results
of operations. Moreover, the Company operates in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New factors emerge
from time to time and it is not possible for management to predict the impact of all these factors on the Company’s business,
financial condition or results of operations or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results
to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, investors
should not rely on forward-looking statements as a prediction of actual results. Any or all of the forward-looking statements
contained in this Form 10-K and any other public statement made by the Company or its management may turn out to be incorrect.
The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new
information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
Critical
Accounting Estimates
The
Company’s significant accounting policies are described in Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements. The Company believes
its most critical accounting policies to be the recognition of revenue and costs on production contracts, income taxes and the valuation
of inventories. Each of these areas requires the Company to make use of reasonable estimates, including estimating the cost to complete
a contract, the realizable value of its inventories or the market value of its products. Changes in estimates can have a material impact
on the Company’s financial position and results of operations.
Revenue
Recognition
Revenues
for most contracts are reported in operating results over time using the cost-to-cost method. Under this method, revenue is recorded
based upon the ratio that incurred costs bear to total estimated contract costs with related cost of revenues recorded as the costs are
incurred. Each month management reviews estimated contract costs through a process of aggregating actual costs incurred and estimating
additional costs to completion based upon the current available information regarding labor, outside services, materials, overhead costs
and status of the contract. The effect of any change in the estimated gross margin rate for a contract is reflected in revenues in the
period in which the change is known. Provisions for the full amount of anticipated losses on contracts are made in the period in which
they become determinable.
Significant
judgment is used in evaluating the financial information for certain contracts to determine an appropriate budget and estimated cost.
The Company evaluates this information continuously and bases its judgments on historical experience, design specifications, and expected
costs for material and labor.
Income
Taxes
On
July 4, 2025, President Trump signed H.R.1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA”) into law. In accordance with U.S. GAAP,
the Company accounted for the tax effects of changes in tax law in the period of enactment during the first quarter of fiscal year 2026.
The OBBBA made changes to the U.S. tax code, including, but not limited to: (1) allowing taxpayers to fully deduct domestic research
expenditures for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, (2) provides a catch-up relief provision for taxpayers to accelerate deductions
for unamortized domestic research expenditures, (3) provides a permanent provision for 100% bonus depreciation deductions for most tangible
personal property with a recovery period of 20 years or less, acquired and placed in service after January 19, 2025, and (4) for tax
years beginning after December 31, 2024, restores Adjusted Taxable Income by adding back amortization and depreciation to calculate the
limitation on interest deductions (effectively returning to EBITDA). The enactment of the OBBBA did not have a material impact on our
provision or effective tax rate as of April 30, 2026. We continue to evaluate the OBBBA and its requirements, as well as its application
to our business and its impact on cash taxes and our effective tax rate.
Our
income tax expense, deferred tax asset and liabilities, and liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits reflect management’s best
estimate of current and future taxes to be paid. Significant judgments and estimates are required in the determination of the consolidated
income tax expense.
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Deferred
income taxes arise from temporary differences between the tax basis of assets and liabilities and their reported amounts in the
financial statements, which will result in taxable or deductible amounts in the future. Accounting for income taxes requires that a
valuation allowance be established when it is more likely than not that all or a portion of the deferred tax assets will not be
realized. In evaluating our ability to recover deferred tax assets in the jurisdiction from which they arise, we consider all
positive and negative evidence, including the reversal of deferred tax liabilities, projected future taxable income, tax planning
strategies, and results of recent operations. In circumstances where there is sufficient negative evidence indicating that the
deferred tax assets will not be realizable, we establish a valuation allowance.
The
Company maintains a valuation allowance of approximately $1.4 million against certain deferred tax assets including state tax
credits and capital loss carryforwards because the realization of these tax attributes requires sufficient taxable income be sourced
to the respective state jurisdiction and capital gain income is required to utilize capital losses. The Company will continue to
evaluate the realizability of its deferred tax assets quarterly. Any further increases or decreases in the valuation allowance could
have an unfavorable or favorable impact on the Company’s income tax provision and net income in the period in which such
determination is made. As of April 30, 2026, the deferred tax asset is recorded at its more-likely-than-not realizable
amount.
Tax
benefits are recognized for an uncertain tax position when, in the Company’s judgment, it is more likely than not that the position
will be sustained upon examination by a taxing authority. For a tax position that meets the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold,
the tax benefit is measured as the largest amount that is judged to have a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate
settlement with a taxing authority. The liability associated with unrecognized tax benefits is adjusted periodically due to changing
circumstances and when new information becomes available. Such adjustments are recognized entirely in the period in which they are identified.
The effective tax rate includes the net impact of changes in the liability for unrecognized tax benefits and subsequent adjustments as
considered appropriate by the Company. While it is often difficult to predict the final outcome or the timing of resolution of any particular
tax matter, the Company believes its liability for unrecognized tax benefits is adequate.
RESULTS
OF OPERATIONS
Consolidated
Results
The
table below sets forth for the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, the percentage of consolidated net sales represented by certain
items in the Company’s consolidated statements of operations:
Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
2026
2025
Revenues
FEI-NY
72.2 %
76.3 %
FEI-Zyfer
34.4
26.7
Less intersegment revenues
(6.6 )
(3.0 )
100.0
100.0
Cost of revenues
70.9
56.9
Gross margin
29.1
43.1
Selling and administrative expenses
24.4
17.6
Research and development expenses
9.5
8.7
Operating (loss)income
(4.8 )
16.8
Other income, net
0.2
0.6
Benefit from income taxes
(3.2 )
(16.5 )
Net (loss) income
(1.4 )%
33.9 %
Revenues
Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
(in thousands)
Segment
2026
2025
Change
FEI-NY
$ 45,651
$ 53,269
$ (7,618 )
(14.3 )%
FEI-Zyfer
21,731
18,660
3,071
16.5 %
Intersegment revenues
(4,155 )
(2,118 )
(2,037 )
96.2 %
$ 63,227
$ 69,811
$ (6,584 )
(9.4 )%
For
the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026 revenue decreased by approximately $6.6 million, or 9%, compared to the prior fiscal year.
Fiscal 2026 was a year of digestion from a revenue standpoint, as the Company pulled forward some revenue into last year’s
Fiscal 2025. As a result of the shutdown of the FEI-Elcom manufacturing business, the Company sacrificed some near-term revenue in
the fourth quarter. By doing so, the Company believes it is the right long-term decision to better align its capital and growth
potential as it focuses on the much larger addressable markets it is starting to sell into: alternative position, navigation and
timing (ALT-PNT) solutions; quantum sensing, including magnetometers; space defense and exploration; and, proliferated satellite
programs.
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Satellite
program revenues for Government end-use were 31% and 53% of total revenues for fiscal years 2026 and 2025, respectively. Satellite program
revenues for commercial end-use were 6% of total revenue for both fiscal years 2026 and 2025.
Revenues
on satellite program contracts are recorded in the FEI-NY segment and are recognized primarily under the percentage-of-completion (“POC”)
method. Revenues from non-space U.S. Government/DOW customers increased by approximately $11.5 million, or 43.2%, in fiscal year 2026
compared to fiscal year 2025. These revenues are recorded in both the FEI-NY and FEI-Zyfer segments and accounted for approximately 60%
and 38% of consolidated revenues for fiscal years 2026 and 2025, respectively. Other commercial and industrial sales accounted for approximately
3% of consolidated revenues for both fiscal years 2026 and 2025. Sales in the other commercial and industrial sales area were $2.1 million
and $2.4 million for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026 and the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025, respectively.
Gross
Profit
Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
(in thousands)
2026
2025
Change
Gross Profit
$ 18,396
$ 30,097
$ (11,701 )
(38.9 )%
Gross Profit Percentage
29.1 %
43.1 %
For the fiscal year ended
April 30, 2026, the gross profit and gross profit percentage decreased as a result of several factors. The Company invested significantly
in the business during Fiscal 2026 in order to better prepare for the anticipated strong growth ahead. The majority of this investment
was focused on hiring engineering talent in advance of the large ramp-up in production and revenue that is expected, based in part on
the historically high existing backlog. This had near-term dampening effects on gross margin, as engineering costs flowed through the
manufacturing overhead portion of our cost of revenues, raising this expense before the generation of revenue. Another meaningful investment
was a business process improvement investment, which should allow the Company to improve turnaround time; these expenses flowed through
overhead and had a similar impact on gross margins. With the orders and demand coming in, the Company believes it is a prudent long-term
decision to be ready for that business and to super-serve customers, who increasingly want more work done more quickly. Additionally, the
Company has increased the internal focus on the largest and most profitable market opportunities, and de-emphasized or discontinued products
with lower growth potential and lower margin profiles that have historically been part of the business. Specifically, the Company chose
to restructure FEI-Elcom effective April 30, 2026. The Company believes FEI-Elcom did not have the growth or margin potential of the Company’s
core space and defense markets, nor those of the much larger addressable markets the Company is starting to sell into: alternative position,
navigation and timing (ALT-PNT) solutions; quantum sensing, including magnetometers and Rydberg sensors; space defense and exploration;
and, proliferated satellite programs. The FEI-Elcom restructuring included a $3.8 million inventory write-down, a non-cash charge which
flowed through cost of revenues further depressed gross margins for this reported period, but which, we believe is not reflective of ongoing
business trends. The Company had several non-recurring charges that flowed through operating expenses this quarter, the majority of which
was a non-cash charge for an accrual related to a one-time change in employee sick/paid-time-off policies. Most of this charge flowed
through cost of revenues, impacting gross margins, and the balance flowed through selling and administrative expenses.
Selling
and Administrative Expenses
Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
(in thousands)
2026
2025
Change
$ 15,403
$ 12,289
$ 3,114
25.3 %
In fiscal years ended April
30, 2026 and 2025, selling and administrative expenses (“SG&A”) were 24% and 18% of consolidated revenues, respectively.
Both SG&A expenses in total and as a percentage of revenue increased in fiscal year 2026, as compared to the prior fiscal year. As
mentioned above, there were also significant investments in the future and one-time charges that were included in SG&A. The largest
and most important is the opening of the Colorado facility and all the associated costs. The Company believes this facility will be a
key contributor to the future growth of the Company. Additional expenses were recorded for the restructuring of FEI-Elcom. The majority
of the remaining increase was non-recuring charges related to a change in sick/paid-time off policies and legal expenses related to the
various items the Company has instituted for the future growth of the Company. Going forward, the Company expects to demonstrate operating
leverage on its SG&A expenses as revenue increases.
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Research
and Development Expenses
Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
(in thousands)
2026
2025
Change
$ 5,994
$ 6,076
$ (82 )
(1.3 )%
As a percentage of consolidated
revenue, R&D expense for the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025 were 10% and 9%, respectively. The Company funded R&D
as a percentage of consolidated revenue was slightly higher in fiscal year 2026 as compared to the previous fiscal year, partially because
the previous fiscal year R&D expenditures were lower than planned and some of the expenses were subsequently captured in fiscal year
2026. The increase in R&D expense as a percentage of consolidated revenue, also reflects the Company’s commitment to maintaining
its technical excellence. The Company expects future R&D investment to be in line with, or even potentially above, historical spending,
but the Company expects to demonstrate operating leverage on its R&D expenses as revenue increases.
The
funds received in connection with customer funded R&D appear in revenues and the associated expenses are included in cost of revenues
and are not included in the table above. The Company believes that internally generated cash and cash reserves are adequate to fund its
future R&D activity.
Operating
(loss) income
Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
(in thousands)
2026
2025
Change
$ (3,001 )
$ 11,732
$ (14,733 )
(125.6 )%
For the fiscal year ended
April 30, 2026, the Company recorded an operating loss of $3.0 million compared to an operating income of $11.7 million in the prior fiscal
year. As mentioned in the revenue, gross profit, and SG&A sections above, the Company’s fiscal 2026 was a critically important
year for the future of the Company. Going forward the Company expects to demonstrate significant operating leverage as revenue increases.
Other
Income, net
Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
(in thousands)
2026
2025
Change
Income on investments
$ 673
$ 519
$ 154
29.7 %
Interest expense
(87 )
(104 )
17
(16.3 )%
Other expense, net
(493 )
(3 )
(490 )
16,333.3 %
$ 93
$ 412
$ (319 )
(77.4 )%
The
change from the prior fiscal year was mainly caused by a gain on the sale of the Company’s available-for sale marketable securities
and a loss on investment due to the restructuring of FEI-Elcom. Additionally, interest expense was approximately 16% lower in fiscal
year 2026, as compared to the prior fiscal year.
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Income
Tax Benefit
Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
(in thousands)
2026
2025
Change
$ (2,005 )
$ (11,542 )
$ 9,537
(82.6 )%
Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
(in thousands)
2026
2025
Effective tax rate on pre-tax book (loss) income:
69.0 %
(95.0 )%
For
the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026, the Company recorded an income tax benefit of $2.0 million. For the fiscal year ended April 30,
2025, the Company recorded an income tax benefit of $11.5 million.
The Company’s effective
tax rate of 69.0% for fiscal year 2026 differs from the statutory rate primarily due to state income taxes, tax credits and the tax effects
of stock-based compensation windfall benefits recognized during the fiscal year partially offset by an Internal Revenue Code Section 162(m)
limitation on compensation deductions.
As
of April 30, 2026, the Company has U.S. federal net operating losses of $10.9 million of which $1.7 million begins to expire in fiscal
year 2027 through fiscal year 2031. The U.S. federal net operating losses of $10.9 million includes $1.7 million which is subject to
an annual limitation under Internal Revenue Code Section 382. The remaining U.S. federal net operating losses of $9.2 million have an
indefinite carry-forward period. The U.S. federal capital loss carry-forward of $0.7 million expires in fiscal years 2028. U.S. federal
R&D credits of $0.8 million begin to expire in fiscal year 2038 through fiscal year 2046. The Company also has state net operating
loss carryforwards, and state tax credits that expire in various years and amounts.
LIQUIDITY
AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Net
cash provided by operations was $1.3 million in fiscal year 2026 compared to net cash used in operations of $1.4 million in fiscal year
2025. The Company’s balance sheet continues to reflect a highly liquid position with working capital of $27.0 million at April
30, 2026 as compared to $29.7 million at April 30, 2025. Included in working capital at April 30, 2026 was $1.6 million consisting
of cash and cash equivalents. The Company’s current ratio was 2.3 to 1 at both April 30, 2026 and at April 30, 2025.
During fiscal years 2026 and
2025, the Company incurred $9.3 million and $3.9 million, respectively, in non-cash charges to earnings, including adjustments relating
to amortization of ROU assets, loss provision accrual, deferred tax assets, depreciation and amortization expense, inventory adjustments,
warranty and accounts receivable reserves and certain employee benefit plan expenses, including accounting for stock-based compensation.
During fiscal year 2026, cash provided by operations was mainly due to increases in deferred tax assets, accounts payable, accrued liabilities,
and decreases in inventory, which were partially offset by a decrease in contract liabilities and an increase in the net loss. During
fiscal year 2025, cash used in operations was mainly due to increases in net income, mainly in the U.S. Government/DOW Satellite market,
and deferred tax assets primarily due to the reduction of the valuation allowance, partially offset by a decrease in contract liabilities
and contract assets.
Net
cash used in investing activities for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026 was $2.9 million compared to $1.8 million used in investing
activities for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025 all relating to purchases of capital expenditures.
Net
cash used in financing activities for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026 was $1.6 million, all related to purchase of treasury stock.
Net cash used in financing activities for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025 was $9.9 million, of which $9.6 million was related to
a special cash dividend payment of $1.00 per share of common stock paid on August 29, 2024.
The
Company will continue to expend resources for R&D to develop, improve and acquire products for space applications, guidance and targeting
systems, and communication systems that management believes will result in future growth and profitability. The Company anticipates securing
additional customer funding for a portion of its R&D activities and will allocate internal funds depending on market conditions and
identification of new opportunities. The Company expects internally generated cash will be adequate to fund these R&D efforts.
The Company may also pursue acquisitions to expand its range of products and may use internally generated cash and external funding in
connection with such acquisitions.
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During fiscal year 2026, as in fiscal year 2025, the impact of inflation
on the Company’s business was an increase in costs for materials and services. The Company believes inflation may continue to impact
expenses in fiscal year 2027 and future years.
As
of April 30, 2026, the Company had retained earnings of $2.8 million. The Company believes that its cash, as of April 30, 2026, cash
flows from operations, and borrowings available under the Credit Agreement (as defined below) will provide sufficient liquidity to meet
its operating needs in the normal course of business in both the short-term (next twelve months from the date of issuance of these consolidated
financial statements) and in the long-term (beyond the next twelve months).
On
June 12, 2026, the Company entered into a senior, secured revolving credit facility with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as the lender (the
“Credit Agreement”). The Credit Agreement provides for a three-year revolving credit facility of $10.0 million, of which
up to $5.0 million is available for the issuance of letters of credit. The Credit Agreement provides that the Company may, at its option,
increase the aggregate amount of the revolving credit facility in an amount up to $10.0 million, subject to certain customary conditions
and on the terms set forth in the Credit Agreement. There can be no assurance that additional funding will become available. Commitments
under the revolving credit facility are subject to a commitment fee of 0.35% per annum on the daily amount of the undrawn portion of
the revolving credit facility. The Company’s obligations under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by FEI-Zyfer, Inc., a wholly-owned
subsidiary of the Company. The revolving credit facility matures on June 12, 2029. For more information regarding the Credit Agreement,
see Note 7 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
RECENT
ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
In
December 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the “FASB”) issued ASU No. 2023-09, “Income Taxes (Topic 740):
Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures” (“ASU 2023-09”). ASU 2023-09 is intended to enhance the transparency and decision
usefulness of income tax disclosures. The amendments in ASU 2023-09 address investor requests for enhanced income tax information primarily
through changes to the rate reconciliation and income taxes paid information. Early adoption is permitted. A public entity can apply
the amendments in ASU 2023-09 prospectively or retrospectively to all annual periods beginning after December 15, 2024. The guidance
was adopted by the Company prospectively for the year ended April 30, 2026, and the Company, accordingly, made the required changes in
its income tax related disclosure (Refer to “Note 12. Income Taxes”). The adoption of ASU 2023-09 did not have any material
impact on the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements.
In
November 2024, the FASB issued ASU No. 2024-03, Income Statement – Reporting Comprehensive Income – Expense Disaggregation
Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40): Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses . This ASU requires entities to disclose certain expenses,
including purchases of inventory, employee compensation, depreciation, and intangible asset amortization, by caption. Additionally, entities
must provide a qualitative description of the amounts remaining in relevant expense captions that are not separately disaggregated quantitatively.
The amendments are effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2026 and interim reporting periods beginning after
December 15, 2027, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact this standard will have on the consolidated
financial statements.
In
December 2025, the FASB issued ASU No. 2025-11, Interim Reporting (Topic 270): Narrow Scope Improvements, an amendment of the FASB Accounting
Standards Codification. The amendments in this ASU primarily provide clarification on interim reporting requirements and enhanced disclosure
requirements. The amendments also include a disclosure principle to disclose all events since the end of the last annual reporting period
that have a material impact on the Company. The ASU is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027, and all interim
reporting periods within applicable annual periods, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the effect that
this standard will have on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.
OTHER
MATTERS
The
financial information reported herein is not necessarily indicative of future operating results or of the future financial condition
of the Company.
Item
7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosure about Market Risk
Not
applicable.
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8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
Report
of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Board
of Directors and Shareholders
Frequency
Electronics, Inc.
Opinion
on the financial statements
We
have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Frequency Electronics, Inc. (a Delaware corporation) and subsidiaries (the
“Company”) as of April 30, 2026 and 2025, the related consolidated statements of operations, changes in stockholders’
equity, and cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended April 30, 2026, and the related notes (collectively referred to
as the “consolidated financial statements”). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all
material respects, the financial position of the Company as of April 30, 2026 and 2025, and the results of its operations and its cash
flows for each of the two years in the period ended April 30, 2026, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the
United States of America.
Basis
for opinion
These
consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion
on the Company’s consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public
Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (“PCAOB”) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company
in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission
and the PCAOB.
We
conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company
is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits,
we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion
on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our
audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error
or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding
the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits
provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Critical
audit matter
The
critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the financial statements that was communicated
or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the financial
statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters
does not alter in any way our opinion on the financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit
matter below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates.
Revenue
recognized using the percentage-of-completion cost-to-cost method
As described further in note 1 to the consolidated financial statements,
the Company generates a majority of its revenue from contracts with its customers where revenue is recognized over time using the percentage-of-completion
cost-to-cost method. Under this method, the Company measures progress towards completion based on the ratio of costs incurred to date
to total estimated costs to satisfy the Company’s performance obligation. The percentage-of-completion cost-to-cost method requires
management to use significant estimates and assumptions to estimate costs associated with its contracts with customers. These costs are
estimated at contract inception and are monitored and updated throughout the duration of the contract. We identified revenue recognized
using the percentage-of-completion cost-to-cost method as a critical audit matter.
The
principal consideration for our determination that revenue recognized using the percentage-of-completion cost-to-cost method is a critical
audit matter is management’s use of significant estimates and assumptions in determining the total estimated costs at completion.
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Our
audit procedures related to cost estimates used in recognizing revenue under the percentage-of-completion cost-to-cost method included
the following, among others:
● We
gained an understanding of the Company’s process to develop the estimates and assumptions used in determining the total estimated
costs at completion.
● We
evaluated the reasonableness of significant estimates and assumptions used by management to develop its cost estimates through reviewing
key terms of the contracts, comparing margin estimates with actual margins generated by similar contracts that have been completed, evaluating
costs incurred to date relative to the contracts’ remaining tasks and timeline, and inspecting analyses and documentation used
to support the cost estimates, as applicable.
● We
inquired with project management, engineers, and others directly involved with the execution of contracts to evaluate management’s
ability to satisfy the requirements of the contract, as well as to evaluate project status and challenges which may affect the cost estimates.
● We
evaluated contract activity during the period subsequent to April 30, 2026, but before the financial statements were issued, to identify
changes in conditions or events that may result in significant changes to the Company’s cost estimates as of April 30, 2026.
● We
evaluated the appropriateness of the timing of the incorporation of changes to cost estimates, including evaluating the timeline of key
events and knowledge points that led to management’s determination that a change in estimate was necessary.
● We
performed retrospective reviews when evaluating management’s estimation process by comparing actual outcomes to previous estimates.
● We
recalculated revenue and gross profit recognized during the year based on the Company’s measurement of its progress towards completion.
/s/
GRANT THORNTON LLP
We
have served as the Company’s auditor since 2023.
Melville,
New York
July
16, 2026
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FREQUENCY
ELECTRONICS, INC. and SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated
Balance Sheets
(In
thousands, except par value)
April 30,
April 30,
2026
2025
ASSETS:
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 1,603
$ 4,720
Accounts receivable, net of allowances of $ 39 at April 30, 2026 and $ 110 at April 30, 2025
4,740
5,914
Contract assets
17,277
17,914
Inventories
22,618
23,487
Prepaid income taxes
221
-
Prepaid expenses and other
1,517
1,071
Total current assets
47,976
53,106
Property, plant, and equipment, net
7,105
6,188
Deferred taxes
14,084
12,045
Goodwill
218
617
Cash surrender value of life insurance and assets held in trust
11,744
10,882
Right-of-use assets – operating leases
7,409
8,659
Restricted cash
1,331
1,365
Other assets
839
875
Total assets
$ 90,706
$ 93,737
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY:
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable – trade
$ 2,979
$ 1,359
Accrued liabilities
6,482
5,899
Loss provision accrual
103
460
Income taxes payable
-
103
Operating lease liability, current portion
2,002
2,027
Contract liabilities
9,418
13,607
Total current liabilities
20,984
23,455
Deferred compensation
7,664
7,933
Operating lease liability, non-current portion
5,648
6,729
Other liabilities
7
-
Total liabilities
34,303
38,117
Contingencies (Note 15)
Stockholders’ equity:
Preferred stock - $ 1.00 par value; authorized 600 shares, no shares issued and outstanding
-
-
Common stock - $ 1.00 par value; authorized 20,000 shares, 9,925 shares issued and 9,869 shares outstanding at April 30, 2026; 9,717 shares issued and 9,704 shares outstanding at April 30, 2025
9,925
9,717
Additional paid-in capital
45,506
42,475
Retained earnings
2,756
3,659
Common stock reacquired and held in treasury at cost ( 56 shares at April 30, 2026 and 13 shares at April 30, 2025)
( 1,784 )
( 231 )
Total stockholders’ equity
56,403
55,620
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
$ 90,706
$ 93,737
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated
Statements of Operations
(In
thousands, except per share data)
Years Ended April 30,
2026
2025
Consolidated Statements of Operations
Revenues
$ 63,227
$ 69,811
Cost of revenues
44,831
39,714
Gross margin
18,396
30,097
Selling and administrative expenses
15,403
12,289
Research and development expenses
5,994
6,076
Operating (loss) income
( 3,001 )
11,732
Other income (expense):
Income on investments
673
519
Interest expense
( 87 )
( 104 )
Other expense, net
( 493 )
( 3 )
(Loss) income before benefit from income taxes
( 2,908 )
12,144
Benefit from income taxes
( 2,005 )
( 11,542 )
Net (loss) income
$ ( 903 )
$ 23,686
Net (loss) income per common share:
Basic (loss) income per share
$ ( 0.09 )
$ 2.46
Diluted (loss) income per share
$ ( 0.09 )
$ 2.46
Weighted average shares outstanding:
Basic
9,783
9,612
Diluted
9,783
9,615
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated
Statements of Cash Flows
(In
thousands)
Years Ended April 30,
2026
2025
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net (loss) income
$ ( 903 )
$ 23,686
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash (used in) provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization
1,888
2,055
Amortization of operating leases
2,459
1,895
(Recovery) provision for losses on accounts receivable, other assets, and warranty reserve
( 201 )
314
Provision for inventory reserve
( 323 )
1,248
Deferred taxes
( 2,039 )
( 12,053 )
(Recovery) loss provision accrual
( 357 )
56
Loss on sale of fixed and other assets
55
3
Derecognition of goodwill
399
-
Inventory write off due to restructuring
3,768
-
Employee benefit plans expense
1,655
1,399
Stock-based compensation expense
1,974
1,161
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable
1,245
( 1,300 )
Contract assets
772
( 7,706 )
Inventories
( 2,577 )
( 1,303 )
Prepaid expenses and other
( 446 )
125
Other assets
( 825 )
( 661 )
Accounts payable - trade
1,620
( 989 )
Accrued liabilities
578
1,135
Contract liabilities
( 4,189 )
( 8,032 )
Operating lease liabilities
( 2,315 )
( 1,947 )
Prepaid income taxes
( 324 )
140
Other liabilities
( 632 )
( 654 )
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
1,282
( 1,428 )
Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital expenditures
( 2,859 )
( 1,808 )
Net cash used in investing activities
( 2,859 )
( 1,808 )
Cash flows from financing activities:
Payment of dividend
-
( 9,567 )
Purchase of treasury stock
( 1,574 )
( 377 )
Net cash used in financing activities
( 1,574 )
( 9,944 )
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash
( 3,151 )
( 13,180 )
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of year
6,085
19,265
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of year
$ 2,934
$ 6,085
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated
Statements of Cash Flows
(In
thousands)
(Continued)
Years Ended April 30,
2026
2025
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information:
Cash paid during the year for:
Interest
$ 87
$ 104
Income taxes
$ 351
$ 371
Non-cash investing and financing activities:
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating lease liabilities
$ 438
$ 4,122
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated
Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity
Years
ended April 30, 2026 and 2025
(In
thousands, except share data)
Additional
Retained
earnings
Treasury stock
Accumulated
other
Common Stock
paid in
(accumulated
(at cost)
comprehensive
Shares
Amount
capital
deficit)
Shares
Amount
Income (loss)
Total
Balance at April 30, 2024
9,511,560
$ 9,512
$ 50,334
$ ( 20,027 )
741
$ ( 3 )
$ -
$ 39,816
Exercise of stock options
1,819
2
( 151 )
( 11,917 )
149
-
Contribution of stock to 401(k) plan
70,100
70
831
-
-
-
-
901
Stock-based compensation expense
133,520
133
1,028
-
-
-
-
1,161
Shares withheld on employee taxes on vested equity
awards
-
-
-
-
24,264
( 377 )
-
( 377 )
Dividends
-
-
( 9,567 )
-
-
-
-
( 9,567 )
Net income
-
-
-
23,686
-
-
-
23,686
Balance at April 30, 2025
9,716,999
$ 9,717
$ 42,475
$ 3,659
13,088
$ ( 231 )
$ -
$ 55,620
Contribution of stock to 401(k) plan
36,067
36
1,250
-
-
-
-
1,286
Stock-based compensation expense
171,629
172
1,781
-
( 1,650 )
21
-
1,974
Shares withheld on employee taxes on vested equity
awards
-
-
-
-
44,389
( 1,574 )
-
( 1,574 )
Net loss
-
-
-
( 903 )
-
-
-
( 903 )
Balance at April 30, 2026
9,924,695
$ 9,925
$ 45,506
$ 2,756
55,827
$ ( 1,784 )
$ -
$ 56,403
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
April
30, 2026 and 2025
1.
Summary of Accounting Policies
Organization
The
Company is principally engaged in the design, development and manufacture of precision time and frequency control products and components
for microwave integrated circuit applications.
Basis
of Presentation and Principles of Consolidation :
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Frequency
Electronics, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries (the “Company” or “Registrant”). References to “FEI”
are to the parent company alone and do not refer to any of its subsidiaries. See Note 13 for information regarding the Company’s
business segments: (1) FEI-NY (which includes the subsidiaries FEI Government Systems, Inc., FEI Communications, Inc., and until April
30, 2026, included FEI-Elcom Tech, Inc. (“FEI-Elcom”)), and (2) FEI-Zyfer, Inc. (“FEI-Zyfer”). Effective as of
April 30, 2026, FEI-Elcom converted into a Delaware limited liability company; however, the ongoing business operations of FEI-Elcom will
continue under the FEI-NY segment. For more information regarding the Company’s restructuring, see “Restructuring” below.
Intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation.
Use
of Estimates:
These
consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with United States generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S.
GAAP”) and require management to make estimates and assumptions that affect amounts reported and disclosed in the consolidated
financial statements and related notes. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Significant estimates include, but are not
limited to, accounting for revenue recognition using a cost-to-cost input model, inventory reserves, deferred compensation plans, impairment
of goodwill and other long-lived assets, stock-based compensation, and income taxes including deferred income taxes.
Cash
Equivalents:
The
Company considers certificates of deposit and other highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less when purchased
to be cash equivalents. The Company places its temporary cash investments with high credit quality financial institutions. Such investments
may at times be in excess of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) and Securities Investor Protection Corporation
insurance limits. No losses have been experienced on such investments.
Accounts
Receivable and Allowance for Credit Losses:
Accounts
receivable, net, consists of amounts collectible from customers recorded at the original invoiced amount. Management analyzes accounts
receivable and the potential for credit losses based on customer concentrations, credit worthiness, current economic trends and changes
in customer payment terms. Accounts receivable are recorded at their stated amount, less allowance for credit losses. When it is determined
amounts are not recoverable, the receivable is written off against the allowance.
Property,
Plant and Equipment:
Property,
plant and equipment is recorded at cost, net of accumulated depreciation and amortization. Expenditures for betterments are capitalized;
maintenance and repairs are charged to operations when incurred. When fixed assets are sold or retired, the cost and related accumulated
depreciation and amortization are eliminated from the respective accounts and any gain or loss is credited or charged to operations.
If
events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of a long-lived asset may not be recoverable, the Company estimates
the future cash flows expected to result from the use of the asset and its eventual disposition. If the sum of the expected future cash
flows (undiscounted and without interest charges) is less than the carrying amount of the long-lived asset, an impairment loss is recognized
based on the excess of the carrying amount over the fair value of the long-lived asset. No impairment losses have been recognized in
the years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025.
Depreciation
and Amortization:
Depreciation
of property, plant and equipment is computed on the straight-line method based upon the estimated useful lives of the assets ( 40 years
for buildings and 3 to 10 years for machinery, equipment, furniture, and other depreciable assets). Leasehold improvements are amortized
on the straight-line method over the lesser of the lease term or the estimated useful life of the asset.
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NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
Inventories:
Inventories,
which consist of raw materials, work-in-process and finished goods are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value, with cost
determined on the first-in, first-out method. The cost of work-in-process and finished goods generally include the cost of materials,
labor, overhead and other costs that are directly related to their production. The Company reviews its inventories quarterly to determine
reserves for excess or obsolete inventory based upon historical sales trends, expected production usage, and other factors. Changes to
inventory are charged to cost of revenues in the period when such changes are identified.
Inventories
represent raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods that relate to non-customized products sold to customers at a point in time.
Inventories also represent raw materials and in-process and completed components parts that are used in multiple customer projects but
have not been allocated to a specific customer project or incorporated in the creation of customized products that are sold to specific
customers over a period of time.
Goodwill:
The
Company records goodwill as the excess of purchase price over the fair value of identifiable net assets acquired. The Company performs
a qualitative evaluation of events and circumstances impacting each reporting unit to determine the likelihood of goodwill impairment.
Based on this evaluation, if it is determined that it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit exceeds its carrying
amount, no further evaluation is necessary. Otherwise, the Company will perform a quantitative impairment test to compare the fair value
of a reporting unit to its carrying value, including goodwill. If the fair value of a reporting unit exceeds its carrying value, goodwill
of the reporting unit is not impaired. If the carrying value of the reporting unit, including goodwill, exceeds its fair value, a goodwill
impairment loss will be recognized in an amount equal to that excess. Due to the restructuring of FEI-Elcom at April 30, 2026 goodwill
has been written down in full. Management has determined that goodwill was not impaired as of April 30, 2025, based on its qualitative
assessment of impairment for the period.
Revenue
and Cost Recognition:
Revenue
is recognized when or as performance obligations are satisfied, which is when control over goods or services are transferred to the customer,
in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to receive. A performance obligation is a distinct product
or service that is transferred to the customer based on the contract. The transaction price is allocated to each performance obligation
and is recognized as revenue upon satisfaction of that performance obligation.
The
Company derives a majority of its revenue through contracts with customers that involve the sale of goods and services with specifications,
frequencies and significant customization to address the requirements of a specific customer and contracts where the end user is the
U.S. Government. These contracts generally include one performance obligation, which is typically a customized product or a series of
distinct customized products. Control over this performance obligation transfers to the customer over time as the Company creates the
customized product because such product does not have an alternative use to the Company and the contract provides the Company with an
enforceable right to payment for performance completed to date. In certain cases, the customer also controls the product as it is being
created by the Company. Accordingly, revenue is reported in operating results over time using the percentage-of-completion (“POC”)
cost-to-cost method. Under this method, revenue is recorded based on the ratio of costs incurred over total estimated contract costs.
This method provides a faithful depiction of the transfer of the customized product to the customer because the costs incurred represent
the Company’s inputs towards satisfying the performance obligation. Each month management reviews estimated contract costs through
a process of aggregating actual costs incurred and estimating additional costs to complete based on current available information, project
status, historical experience with similar contracts, changes to product specifications, and other factors. The estimation of total costs
through completion is complicated and subject to many variables. Total cost estimates can be affected by a number of factors such as
changes in the assessment of the nature and complexity of the work; design challenges including changes to design specifications; technical
challenges including those related to quality control; production challenges including those resulting from the timeliness of customer
funding, and the unavailability or reduced productivity of qualified labor; supplier challenges including the cost, availability, and
quality of raw materials and subcontractor services; changes in laws or regulations; actions necessary for long-term customer satisfaction;
and natural disasters or other matters. Changes in these cost estimates could result in the recognition of unfavorable cumulative catch-up
adjustments to the Company’s operating results of the period when such changes are made. Costs to satisfy the performance obligation,
which include direct materials, direct labor, manufacturing overhead and other direct costs, are expensed as incurred except when the
Company determines that the total estimated costs through completion will exceed total revenue, resulting in a contract loss. Such contract
loss is accrued for immediately in the period when the loss is identified.
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April
30, 2026 and 2025
The
Company also derives its revenue through contracts or purchase orders from customers that involve the sale of goods and services that
are not significantly customized and therefore, such goods and services have an alternative use to the Company because they can be resold
to other customers. These contracts typically include one performance obligation, which is a non-customized product or service ordered
by the customer. Control over this performance obligation transfers to the customer and revenue is recorded at a point time when passage-of-title
(“POT”) occurs as reflected by either (i) shipment of the product or (ii) performance of the services, which are generally
completed within a very short period. When payment is contingent upon customer acceptance, revenue is deferred until such acceptance
is received. Costs directly related to the production of a non-customized product are capitalized in inventory and are generally expensed
when the product is shipped to or accepted by the customer. Cost of services are expensed as incurred.
Contract
costs include all direct material costs, direct labor costs, manufacturing overhead and other direct costs related to contract performance.
Selling, general and administrative costs are charged to expense as incurred.
Practical
Expedients
The
Company expenses sales commissions as sales and marketing expenses in the period they are incurred if the expected amortization period
is one year or less.
The
Company expenses costs, other than sales commissions, to obtain a contract in the period for which they are incurred as these amounts
would have been incurred even if the contract had not been obtained.
The
Company elected the practical expedient to account for shipping and handling activities that occur after the customer has obtained control
of a good as fulfillment activities rather than as a promised service.
The
Company elected the practical expedient not to disclose the transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations because
the duration of the Company’s contracts is typically one year or less in consideration of the customer’s option to terminate
its contract for convenience without incurring a substantive termination penalty.
Payments
under long-term contracts may be received before or after revenue is recognized. The U.S. Government customer typically withholds payment
of a small portion of the contract price until contract completion. Therefore, long-term contracts typically generate unbilled receivables
(contract assets) but may generate advances and progress billings (contract liabilities). Long-term contracts are typically negotiated
with a schedule of milestones, with criteria to be met, which are billed on completion. Long-term contract unbilled receivables and advances
and progress billings are not considered a significant financing component because they are intended to protect either the customer or
the Company in the event that some or all of the obligations under the contract are not completed. In addition, the Company does not
assess whether a significant financing component exists if the period between when the Company performs its obligations under the contract
and when the customer pays is one year or less.
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TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
Disaggregation
of Revenue
Total
revenue recognized over time using the POC method was approximately $ 57.7 million and $ 65.8 million of the $ 63.2 million and $ 69.8 million
reported for the years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively. The amounts by segment and product line were as follows:
Fiscal Year Ended April 30, 2026
(In thousands)
POC
Revenue
POT
Revenue
Total
Revenue
FEI-NY
$ 40,263
$ 5,388
$ 45,651
FEI-Zyfer
17,421
4,310
21,731
Intersegment
-
( 4,155 )
( 4,155 )
Revenue
$ 57,684
$ 5,543
$ 63,227
Fiscal Year Ended April 30, 2025
(In thousands)
POC
Revenue
POT
Revenue
Total
Revenue
FEI-NY
$ 49,585
$ 3,684
$ 53,269
FEI-Zyfer
16,206
2,454
18,660
Intersegment
-
( 2,118 )
( 2,118 )
Revenue
$ 65,791
$ 4,020
$ 69,811
Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
(in thousands)
2026
2025
Revenues by Product Line:
Satellite revenue
$ 23,128
$ 40,897
Government non-space revenue
38,011
26,549
Other commercial & industrial revenue
2,088
2,365
Consolidated revenues
$ 63,227
$ 69,811
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NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
Research
and Development:
The
Company engages in R&D activities to identify new applications for its core technologies, to improve existing products and to improve
manufacturing processes to achieve cost reductions and manufacturing efficiencies. R&D costs include basic research, applied research,
concept formulation studies, design, development, related test activities, and all associated direct labor, manufacturing overhead, direct
materials and contracted services. Such costs are expensed as incurred. The Company also, from time to time, engages in customer-funded
R&D activity. Any customer funds received in connection therewith would appear in revenues and the associated expenses are included
in cost of revenues. Additionally, some of our programs include engineering and development efforts which are also incorporated in costs
to complete the program and are recognized in revenues and costs of revenues.
Income
Taxes:
The
Company recognizes deferred tax liabilities and assets based on the expected future tax consequences of events that have been included
in the financial statements or tax returns. Under this method, deferred tax liabilities and assets are determined based on the difference
between the financial statement and tax bases of assets and liabilities using enacted tax rates in effect for the year in which the differences
are expected to reverse. Valuation allowances are established and adjusted when necessary to increase or reduce deferred tax assets to
the amount expected to be realized.
The
Company analyzes its tax positions under accounting standards which prescribe recognition thresholds that must be met before a tax benefit
is recognized in the financial statements and provides guidance on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting
in interim periods, disclosure, and transition. Under these standards, the Company may only recognize or continue to recognize tax positions
that meet a “more likely than not” threshold. Interest and penalties recognized on income taxes are recorded as income tax
expense.
Earnings
(Loss) per Share:
Basic
earnings (loss) per share are computed by dividing net earnings (loss) by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding.
Diluted earnings (loss) per share are computed by dividing net earnings (loss) by the sum of the weighted average number of shares of
common stock and the if-converted effect of unexercised stock options and stock appreciation rights (“SARs”). Diluted earnings
(loss) per share excludes the if-converted effect of such items if their inclusion would be anti-dilutive.
Fair
Values of Financial Instruments:
Cash
and cash equivalents, restricted cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, short-term credit obligations, and cash surrender value
of life insurance are reflected in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets at amounts considered by management to reasonably approximate
fair value based upon the nature of the instrument and current market conditions. Management is not aware of any factors that would significantly
affect the value of these amounts. The Company also has an investment in a privately-held Russian company, Morion, Inc. (“Morion”),
see Note 9 for additional information.
The
fair value accounting framework provides a fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair
value. The hierarchy gives the highest priority to unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level
1 measurements) and the lowest priority to unobservable inputs (Level 3 measurements).
The
levels of the fair value hierarchy are described below:
Level 1 Inputs
to the valuation methodology are unadjusted quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 Inputs
to the valuation methodology include: -Inputs other than quoted prices that are observable
for the asset or liability; and -Inputs that are derived principally from or corroborated
by observable market data by correlation or other means.
Level 3 Inputs
to the valuation methodology are unobservable and significant to the fair value measurement.
The
asset’s or liability’s fair value measurement level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input
that is significant to the fair value measurement. Valuation techniques used need to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize
the use of unobservable inputs. The business account and U.S. securities are valued on a Level 1 basis. The fixed income corporate debt
securities are valued on a Level 2 basis. Level 2 securities are valued at the closing prices and are consistent with quoted prices of
similar assets reported in active markets. See Note 11 for additional information.
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TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
Equity-based
Compensation:
The
cost of employee services received in exchange for awards of equity instruments are based on the grant-date fair value of the award.
We recognize the fair value of the award as compensation expense over the period during which an employee is required to provide service
in exchange for the award. For awards with performance conditions, we recognize the fair value of the award as compensation expense when
it is probable that the performance condition will be achieved. The Company has elected an accounting policy to account for award forfeitures
as they occur, with no adjustment for estimated forfeitures.
Concentration
of Credit Risk:
Financial
instruments, which potentially subject the Company to concentration of credit risk, consist principally of cash and cash equivalents
and trade receivables. The Company maintains cash accounts at several commercial banks at which the balances exceed FDIC limits. The
Company has not experienced any losses on such amounts. Concentration of credit risk with respect to trade receivables is generally diversified
due to the large number of entities comprising the Company’s customer base and their dispersion across geographic areas, principally
within the U.S. The Company routinely addresses the financial strength of its customers and, as a consequence, believes that its receivable
credit risk exposure is limited. The Company does not require customers to post collateral.
Restructuring:
During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, the Company approved a plan
to exit its FEI-Elcom business. Effective as of April 30, 2026, FEI-Elcom, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, was converted into
a Delaware limited liability company and the ongoing business operations, including the net book value of the assets and liabilities at
April 30, 2026, of FEI-Elcom have been transferred to the FEI-NY segment. As FEI-Elcom was already reported within the FEI-NY segment,
the restructuring did not result in a change in the financial presentation of any segment information. The remaining workforce will continue
as employees of FEI-NY while remaining in the New Jersey office location. As a result of the restructuring, the Company recognized approximately
$ 3.8 million of inventory write offs included in cost of revenues, approximately $ 0.4 million of SG&A expense related to severance
and legal costs, and approximately $ 0.4 million of other expense for derecognition of goodwill in the consolidated statement of operations.
All charges noted related to restructuring have been recorded in the FEI-NY segment. The Company believes that the charges associated
with this restructuring are substantially complete as of April 30, 2026 .
New
Accounting Pronouncements:
In
December 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the “FASB”) issued ASU No. 2023-09, “Income Taxes (Topic 740):
Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures” (“ASU 2023-09”). ASU 2023-09 is intended to enhance the transparency and decision
usefulness of income tax disclosures. The amendments in ASU 2023-09 address investor requests for enhanced income tax information primarily
through changes to the rate reconciliation and income taxes paid information. Early adoption is permitted. A public entity can apply
the amendments in ASU 2023-09 prospectively or retrospectively to all annual periods beginning after December 15, 2024. The guidance
was adopted by the Company prospectively for the year ended April 30, 2026, and the Company, accordingly, made the required changes in
its income tax related disclosure. See Note 12 for additional information. The adoption of ASU 2023-09 did not have any material impact
on the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements.
In
November 2024, the FASB issued ASU No. 2024-03, Income Statement – Reporting Comprehensive Income – Expense Disaggregation
Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40): Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses . This ASU requires entities to disclose certain expenses,
including purchases of inventory, employee compensation, depreciation, and intangible asset amortization, by caption. Additionally, entities
must provide a qualitative description of the amounts remaining in relevant expense captions that are not separately disaggregated quantitatively.
The amendments are effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2026 and interim reporting periods beginning after
December 15, 2027, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact this standard will have on the consolidated
financial statements.
In
December 2025, the FASB issued ASU No. 2025-11, Interim Reporting (Topic 270): Narrow Scope Improvements, an amendment of the FASB Accounting
Standards Codification. The amendments in this ASU primarily provide clarification on interim reporting requirements and enhanced disclosure
requirements. The amendments also include a disclosure principle to disclose all events since the end of the last annual reporting period
that have a material impact on the Company. The ASU is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027, and all interim
reporting periods within applicable annual periods, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the effect that
this standard will have on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.
Reclassifications:
Certain amounts in prior years have been reclassified
to conform to the current year presentation.
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April
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2.
Earnings per Share
Reconciliations
of the weighted average shares outstanding for basic and diluted earnings per share for the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025,
respectively, were as follows:
For the Fiscal Years Ended
April 30,
2026
2025
Weighted average shares outstanding:
Basic EPS Shares outstanding (weighted average)
9,783,358
9,611,914
Effect of Dilutive Securities
**
2,622
Diluted EPS Shares outstanding
9,783,358
9,614,536
** For the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026, there were no shares to exclude from the calculation of dilutive securities. There were no shares excluded for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025.
3.
Contract Assets and Liabilities
At
April 30, 2026, 2025, and 2024, contract assets, contract liabilities, and accounts receivable, net consisted of the following (in thousands):
April 30,
2026
April 30,
2025
April 30,
2024
Contract Assets
$ 17,277
$ 17,914
$ 10,523
Contract Liabilities
$ ( 9,418 )
$ ( 13,607 )
$ ( 21,639 )
Accounts receivable, net
$ 4,740
$ 5,914
$ 4,614
Contract assets primarily
relate to the Company’s rights to consideration for work completed but not billed at the reporting date on contracts with customers.
Contract assets are transferred to accounts receivable when the rights become unconditional. Contract liabilities primarily relate to
contracts where advance payments or deposits have been received, but performance obligations have not yet been satisfied, and therefore,
revenue has not been recognized. Contract assets and liabilities arise from timing differences between the satisfaction of performance
obligations which primarily occur over time as costs are incurred on the contract and billing which are dictated by the terms of the contract
with the customer. Contract assets decreased $ 0.6 million in fiscal year 2026, as a result of reclassifications to accounts receivable
when the right to consideration becomes unconditional, net of additional rights to consideration for work completed but not billed to
customers at the reporting date. Contract liabilities decreased $ 4.2 million during fiscal year 2026, primarily due to the satisfaction
of the related performance obligations, net of advance payments received where the related performance obligations have not been satisfied
at the reporting date. In fiscal year 2026, we recognized $ 9.3 million of our contract liabilities at April 30, 2025, as revenue. In fiscal
year 2025, we recognized $ 18.3 million of our contract liabilities at April 30, 2024, as revenue. If contract losses are anticipated,
a loss provision is recorded for the full amount of such losses when they are determinable. The liability for contract losses is presented
as loss provision accrual within the consolidated balance sheets.
4.
Inventories
Inventories
at April 30, 2026 and 2025, consisted of the following (in thousands):
April 30,
2026
April 30,
2025
Raw materials and component parts
$ 13,026
$ 14,668
Work in progress
9,205
8,444
Finished goods
387
375
$ 22,618
$ 23,487
Inventory
reserves included in inventory were $ 10.0 million and $ 10.3 million for the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively.
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April
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5.
Property, Plant and Equipment, net
Property,
plant and equipment, net, at April 30, 2026 and 2025, consisted of the following (in thousands):
April 30,
2026
April 30,
2025
Buildings and building improvements
$ 3,325
$ 2,923
Machinery, equipment and furniture
36,915
63,347
40,240
66,270
Less accumulated depreciation
( 33,135 )
( 60,082 )
$ 7,105
$ 6,188
Depreciation
and amortization expense were $ 1.9 million and $ 2.1 million for the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively.
During the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, the Company completed
a comprehensive review of its fully depreciated fixed assets. As a result, the Company identified certain machinery, equipment, and computer
hardware that was no longer in use or obsolete. The Company wrote off $ 28.9 million of gross fixed assets that had a net book value of
zero .
6.
Right-of-Use Assets and Lease Liabilities
The
Company’s leases primarily represent offices, warehouses, vehicles, manufacturing and R&D facilities, which expire at various
times through 2030 and are operating leases. Contractual arrangements are evaluated at inception to determine if the agreement contains
a lease. The leases contain renewal options, early termination, rent abatement, and escalation clauses that are factored into our determination
of lease payments when appropriate. We include options to extend or terminate leases in the right-of-use (“ROU”) operating
lease asset and liability when it is reasonably certain we will exercise these options. As of April 30, 2026, lease options were not
included in the calculation of the ROU operating lease asset and liability. ROU assets and lease liabilities are recorded based on the
present value of future lease payments which will factor in certain qualifying initial direct costs incurred as well as any lease incentives
that may have been received. Lease expenses for operating lease payments are recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
The
Company elected the practical expedient for short-term leases which allows leases with terms of twelve months or less to be recorded
on a straight-line basis over the lease term without being recognized on the consolidated balance sheet. The Company has also elected
the practical expedient to account for lease and non-lease components as a single component.
The
table below presents ROU assets and lease liabilities recorded on the consolidated balance sheets as follows:
Classification
April 30,
2026
April 30,
2025
(In thousands)
Assets
Right-of-use assets - operating leases
Right-of-use assets leases
$ 7,409
$ 8,659
Liabilities
Operating lease liabilities, current portion
Lease liability, current
2,002
2,027
Operating lease liabilities, non-current portion
Lease liability, non-current
5,648
6,729
Total lease liabilities
$ 7,650
$ 8,756
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Total
operating lease expense was approximately $ 2.5 million, of which approximately $ 0.5 million was attributable to variable lease
expenses, for fiscal year ended April 30, 2026, the majority of which is included in cost of revenues and the remaining amount in
selling and administrative expenses on the consolidated statements of operations. Total operating lease expense was approximately
$ 1.9 million, of which approximately $ 0.4 million was attributable to variable lease expenses, for fiscal year ended April 30, 2025,
the majority of which is included in cost of revenues and the remaining amount in selling and administrative expenses on the
consolidated statements of operations. In addition, the Company made cash payments of $ 2.3 million and $ 1.9 million for operating
leases during the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, which are included in cash flows from operating
activities in our consolidated statements of cash flows. During the year ended April 30, 2026, the Company recorded incremental ROU
assets and lease liabilities of approximately $ 0.4 million arising from a new lease for FEI-NY, which commenced during the quarter
ended October 31, 2025. During the year ended April 30, 2025, the Company recorded incremental ROU assets and lease liabilities of
approximately $ 4.1 million arising from the third amendment to the FEI-Zyfer lease, which commenced in fiscal year 2025. There were
no ROU assets or lease liabilities that were recorded for any leases that had not commenced as of April 30, 2026.
The
table below reconciles the undiscounted cash flows for each of the next five fiscal years and total of the remaining fiscal years to
the operating lease liabilities recorded on the consolidated balance sheet as of April 30, 2026:
Fiscal Year Ending April 30,
(in thousands)
2027
$ 2,064
2028
2,388
2029
2,535
2030
1,658
2031
45
Thereafter
-
Total lease payments
8,690
Less imputed interest
( 1,040 )
Present value of future lease payments
7,650
Less current obligations under leases
( 2,002 )
Long-term lease obligations
$ 5,648
As
of April 30, 2026 and 2025, the weighted-average remaining lease term for all operating leases was 3.9 years and 4.5 years, respectively.
The Company does not generally have access to the rate implicit in the leases, therefore, we use a discount rate based on our incremental
borrowing rate, which is determined using our credit rating and information available as of the commencement date. The weighted average
discount rate for operating leases as of April 30, 2026 and 2025, was 7.09 % and 6.85 %, respectively.
7.
Debt Obligations
As of April 30, 2026 and 2025,
the Company had no debt obligations nor any borrowing capacity pursuant to a credit facility.
On
June 12, 2026, the Company entered into a senior, secured revolving credit facility with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as the lender (the
“Credit Agreement”). The Credit Agreement provides for a three-year revolving credit facility of $ 10,000,000 , of which up
to $ 5,000,000 is available for the issuance of letters of credit. The Credit Agreement provides that the Company may, at its option,
increase the aggregate amount of the revolving credit facility in an amount up to $ 10,000,000 , subject to certain customary conditions
and on the terms set forth in the Credit Agreement. There can be no assurance that additional funding will become available. Commitments
under the revolving credit facility are subject to a commitment fee of 0.35 % per annum on the daily amount of the undrawn portion of
the revolving credit facility. The Company’s obligations under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by FEI-Zyfer (the “Subsidiary
Guarantor”). The revolving credit facility matures on June 12, 2029.
The
Company and the Subsidiary Guarantor also entered into a separate pledge and security agreement (the “Security Agreement”)
with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as lender, pursuant to which the Company and the Subsidiary Guarantor each pledged all or substantially
all of its assets, including equity in its domestic subsidiaries, in favor of the lender as collateral for the obligations under the
Credit Agreement and the other loan documents.
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Loans
designated by the Company at the time of borrowing as “CBFR Borrowings” that are outstanding under the Credit Agreement bear
interest at a rate per annum equal to (i) the greater of (a) the Prime Rate (as defined in the Credit Agreement) in effect on such day
or (b) 2.50 %; plus (ii) 2.50 %. Loans designated by the Company at the time of borrowing as “SOFR Borrowings” that are outstanding
under the Credit Agreement bear interest at a rate per annum equal to the Adjusted Term SOFR Rate (as defined in the Credit Agreement)
for the interest period in effect for such borrowing plus 2.50 %. Under the terms of the Credit Agreement, accrued interest on each loan
is payable in arrears on the applicable interest payment date for each loan. The loans under the Credit Agreement may be prepaid at any
time without premium or penalty (other than any accrued interest or breakage costs, if applicable). The Company expects that the proceeds
from the Credit Agreement will be used for general corporate purposes and to provide general working capital.
The
Credit Agreement contains customary affirmative and negative covenants, including limitations on mergers, consolidations and sales of
assets, limitations on indebtedness, liens and sales and leasebacks, limitations on transactions with affiliates, limitations on investments,
limitations on dividends and distributions and limitations on swap agreements, as well as other customary terms and provisions. In addition,
the Credit Agreement contains financial covenants specifying that, as of the end of each fiscal quarter commencing with the fiscal quarter
ended July 31, 2026, (i) the total leverage ratio will not exceed 2.25 to 1.00 and (ii) the fixed charge coverage ratio will not be less
than 1.25 to 1.00. The Credit Agreement also contains events of default customary for such financings, the occurrence of which would
permit the lenders to accelerate the amount due thereunder. Such events of default include failure to pay principal, failure to pay interest
and other amounts within three days of the due date, failure to comply with a covenant beyond any applicable grace period, material misrepresentations,
default beyond the applicable grace period on other material indebtedness, certain events of bankruptcy or insolvency of the Company
and its subsidiaries, guarantor defaults, judgment defaults and change of control, among others.
8.
Accrued Liabilities
Accrued
liabilities at April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, consisted of the following (in thousands):
2026
2025
Vacation and other compensation
$ 1,822
$ 1,575
Incentive compensation
191
1,347
Payroll taxes
665
712
Warranty reserve
517
567
Commissions
19
24
Deferred compensation payable
634
634
Other
2,634
1,040
$ 6,482
$ 5,899
9.
Investment in Morion, Inc.
The
Company has an investment in Morion, a privately-held Russian company, which manufactures high precision quartz resonators and crystal
oscillators. The Company has also licensed certain technology to Morion.
The
Company’s investment consists of 4.6 % of Morion’s outstanding shares. However, due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict and resulting
sanctions the future status of FEI’s investment in Morion became uncertain and accordingly, such investment was written off in
fiscal year 2022. The carrying value of this investment is $ 0 as of April 30, 2026 and 2025.
During
the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, the Company did not acquire any product from Morion. During the fiscal years ended April
30, 2026 and 2025, the Company sold no product and no training devices to Morion, and the Company received no dividends from Morion.
Prior purchases of materials from Morion consisted mainly of quartz
crystal blanks, which were used in the fabrication of quartz resonators. However, on October 30, 2024, the U.S. Department of Treasury’s
Office of Foreign Assets Control designated Morion as a Specially Designated National, resulting in the blocking of all Morion property
and property interests. As a result, the Company terminated all commercial relationships with Morion, including the licensing of technology
to Morion and the purchase of any products from Morion. The Company has established alternate sources of supply with respect to items
previously acquired from Morion. The Company is also capable of fabricating the crystal blanks in-house.
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April
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10.
Restricted Cash
As
of April 30, 2026 and 2025, restricted cash consisted of approximately $ 1.3 million and $ 1.4 million, respectively, related to a letter
of credit required for contractual restrictions during the period of performance for one of the Company’s contracts. Restricted
cash is classified as current or non-current based on the remaining performance period of the contract.
A
reconciliation of cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash from the consolidated balance sheets to the consolidated statements of
cash flows is shown below (in thousands):
April 30,
2026
April 30,
2025
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 1,603
$ 4,720
Restricted cash
1,331
1,365
Total cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash
$ 2,934
$ 6,085
11.
Employee Benefit Plans
Profit
Sharing Plan:
The
Company provides its U.S.-based employees with a profit-sharing plan and trust under § 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code. This
plan allows all eligible employees to defer a portion of their income through voluntary contributions to the plan. In accordance with
the provisions of the plan, the Company can make discretionary matching contributions in the form of cash or common stock. For the fiscal
years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, the Company contributed 36,067 and 70,100 shares of common stock, respectively. The approximate
value of these shares at the date of contribution was $ 1.3 million and $ 0.9 million in fiscal years 2026 and 2025, respectively. Contributed
shares are drawn from the Company’s common stock and during fiscal years 2026 and 2025, such transactions increased additional
paid in capital by $ 1.3 million and $ 0.8 million, respectively. As of April 30, 2026, the plan held a total of 440,546 shares, which
were allocated to the accounts of the individual participants. As of April 30, 2025, the plan held a total of 504,734 shares, which were
allocated to the accounts of the individual participants.
Income
Incentive Pool:
The
Company maintains incentive bonus programs for certain employees that are based on operating profits of the individual subsidiaries to
which the employees are assigned. The Company also adopted a plan for the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company for which
the formula is based on consolidated pre-tax profits, bookings, and revenue. The incentive bonus recorded for the fiscal year ended April
30, 2026 and April 30, 2025 was $ 0.2 million and $ 1.8 million, respectively.
Employee
Stock Plans:
On
August 27, 2024, the Board of Directors, subject to stockholder approval, adopted the 2025 Stock Award Plan (“2025 Plan”),
which replaced the 2005 Stock Award Plan. The 2025 Plan incorporates all previous grants under the previous plan, without changes to
the original terms of the grants, and adds 700,000 shares for future grants. The 2025 Plan was approved by stockholder vote at the Company’s
annual meeting of stockholders held on October 8, 2024. The 2025 Plan is for key management employees, including officers and directors
who are employees, certain consultants and independent members of the Board of Directors. Under the 2025 Plan equity compensation, such
as nonqualified stock options, incentive stock options, stock appreciation rights (“SAR”), performance stock units (“PSU”)
and restricted stock units (“RSU”), are granted at the discretion of the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors
at an exercise price not less than the fair market value of the Company’s common stock on the date of grant.
Typically,
options and SARs vest over a four-year period from the date of grant. The options and SARs generally expire five or ten years after the
date of grant (the most recent SARs awards, beginning in fiscal year 2017, expire in five years ), at the Compensation Committee’s
discretion, and are subject to certain restrictions on transferability of the shares obtained on exercise. Under the 2025 Plan, instruments
granted which expire, are canceled, or are tendered in the exercise of such instruments, increase the shares available for future grants
under the 2025 Plan.
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April
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As
of April 30, 2025, eligible employees and directors had been granted total SARs representing approximately 2,385,000 shares of the Company’s
common stock, of which no shares were outstanding and no shares were exercisable. There were no SARs granted during the fiscal year 2025.
When the SARs become exercisable, the Company will settle the SARs by issuing to exercising recipients the number of shares of stock
from common stock or treasury stock, if available, equal to the appreciated value of the Company’s stock between the grant date
and exercise date. At the time of exercise, the quantity of shares under the SARs grant equal to the exercise value divided by the then
market value of the shares will be returned to the pool of available shares for future grant under the 2025 Plan. During the fiscal year
ended April 30, 2025, employees exercised 20,000 SARs and were granted 4,556 shares of the Company’s common stock. There were 15,444
shares returned to the pool of available shares. Forfeitures are recorded as they occur. There were no options or SARs granted, exercised,
canceled or expired during the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026.
The following table summarizes information about stock option and SARs
activity for the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025:
Stock Options and Stock Appreciation Rights
Weighted-
Average Weighted
Average
Remaining Aggregate
Exercise Grant Date Contractual Intrinsic
Shares Price Fair Value Term Value
Outstanding – April 30, 2024 86,000 $ 13.01 $ 1,118,640 0.9 years $ -
Granted - - -
Exercised ( 20,000 ) 12.24 ( 244,800 ) ( 127,200 )
Expired or canceled ( 66,000 ) 13.24 ( 873,840 )
Outstanding – April 30, 2025 - $ - $ - $ -
Available for future grants 1,269,186
As
of April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, there were no unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested options and SARs under the
plans.
During
the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, there were no shares that vested.
There
were no stock-based compensation costs, for options and SARs, included in the cost of revenues of programs on which the Company recognizes
revenue under the POC method for the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025. There was no stock-based compensation expense included
in selling and administrative expenses related to options and SARs during the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively.
The
Company classifies cash flows resulting from the tax benefits from tax deductions recognized upon the exercise of stock options or SARs
(tax benefits) as operating cash flows. The Company did not recognize any tax benefits from the exercise of stock options and SARs for
the fiscal years presented.
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Restricted
Stock Plan and Other Issuances:
The
Company began issuing RSUs to eligible employees in fiscal year 2020. The fair value of these awards is equivalent to the market value
of the Company’s common stock on the grant date and vests over a period of time. RSUs are not shares of the Company’s common
stock and do not have any rights or privileges thereof, including voting or dividend rights. On the applicable vesting date, the holder
of an RSU becomes entitled to share of the Company’s common stock. A portion of the RSUs awarded will vest annually until fiscal
year 2029, the remaining represent awards that cliff vest in fiscal year 2029.
During
the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026, there were no shares of common stock issued to employees for milestone years of service to the
Company. During the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025, the Company issued 1,550 shares of common stock to select employees for milestone
years of service to the Company. These shares were issued under the 2025 Stock Award Plan, are shares of the Company’s common stock,
and are fully vested at time of issuance.
In fiscal year 2021 the Company
elected to issue PSUs. The fair value of these awards is equivalent to the market value of the Company’s common stock on the grant
date and requires an assessment of the probability that the specified performance conditions will be achieved, which is updated at each
reporting date. PSUs are not shares of the Company’s common stock and do not have any rights or privileges thereof, including voting
or dividend rights. On the applicable vesting date, subject to the attainment of the specified performance conditions, the holder of a
PSU becomes entitled to a share of the Company’s common stock. PSUs are subject to certain restrictions and forfeiture provisions,
in addition to the specified performance conditions. The PSUs awarded will vest, subject to achieving these performance conditions, annually
until fiscal year 2029.
Stock-based compensation costs,
related to RSUs and PSUs, included in the cost of revenues of programs on which the Company recognizes revenue under the POC method were
approximately $ 699,000 and $ 357,000 for the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively. Stock-based compensation expense,
for RSUs and PSUs, included in selling and administrative expenses was approximately $ 1.2 million and $ 776,000 for the fiscal years ended
April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively. Unrecognized stock compensation was $ 7.7 million and $ 4.2 million for the fiscal years ended April
30, 2026 and 2025, respectively. The grant date fair value of vested RSUs and PSUs was approximately $ 1.5 million and $ 918,000 for the
fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively.
The
following table summarizes activity for the RSUs and PSUs awards that reduce available capacity under the 2025 Plan for the fiscal years
ended April 30, 2026 and 2025:
Weighted-
Average
Shares
Grant Date
Fair Value
Balance – April 30, 2024
474,569
$ 6.94
Granted
187,250
13.13
Vested
( 131,970 )
6.95
Forfeited
-
-
Balance – April 30, 2025
529,849
$ 9.12
Granted
112,048
52.65
Vested
( 171,629 )
8.84
Forfeited
( 34,120 )
14.28
Balance – April 30, 2026
436,148
$ 20.01
As
of April 30, 2026, performance conditions related to the majority of outstanding PSUs are anticipated to be achieved. The PSUs will continue
to vest, the same as RSUs, annually over a four year period.
Deferred
Compensation Agreements:
The Company has a series of
agreements with key employees providing for the payment of benefits upon retirement or death. Annual amounts relating to these plans are
recorded based on actuarial projections, which include various actuarial assumptions, including discount rates, mortality rates, assumed
rates of return, and turnover rates. The actuarial assumptions used to determine deferred compensation liabilities and expense are reviewed
annually and modified based on current economic conditions and trends. The discount rate used to measure obligations is based on the Company’s
bond rate yield curve.
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Under
these agreements, each key employee receives specified retirement payments for the remainder of the employee’s life with a minimum
payment of ten years’ benefits to either the employee or his or her beneficiaries. The agreements also provide for lump sum payments
upon termination of employment without cause and reduced benefits upon early retirement. The Company pays the benefits out of its working
capital but has also purchased whole life or term life insurance policies on the lives of certain of the participants to cover the optional
lump sum obligations of the agreements upon the death of the participant. Deferred compensation expense charged to selling and administrative
expenses during the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026 was approximately $ 374,000 . Deferred compensation expense charged to selling and
administrative expenses during the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025 was approximately $ 504,000 .
Life
Insurance Policies and Assets Held in Trust:
The
whole-life insurance policies on the lives of certain participants covered by deferred compensation agreements have been placed in a
trust. Upon the death of any insured participant, cash received from life insurance policies in excess of the Company’s deferred
compensation obligations to the estate or beneficiaries of the deceased, are also placed in the trust. These assets belong to the Company
until a change of control event, as defined in the trust agreement, should occur. At that time, the Company is required to add sufficient
cash to the trust so as to match the deferred compensation liability described above. Such funds will be used to continue the deferred
compensation arrangements following a change of control. The Life Insurance Policies amounted to $ 7.3 million and $ 7.0 million at April
30, 2026 and 2025, respectively. The business account and U.S. securities within the trust are valued on a Level 1 basis and amounted
to $ 4.0 million and $ 3.5 million at April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively. The fixed income corporate debt securities within the trust
are valued on a Level 2 basis and amounted to $ 0.4 million at April 30, 2026 and 2025. Level 2 securities are valued at the closing prices
and are consistent with quoted prices of similar assets reported in active markets.
12.
Income Taxes
On
July 4, 2025, President Trump signed H.R.1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA”) into law. In accordance with U.S. GAAP,
the Company accounted for the tax effects of changes in tax law in the period of enactment during the first quarter of fiscal year 2026.
The OBBBA made changes to the U.S. tax code, including, but not limited to: (1) allowing taxpayers to fully deduct domestic research
expenditures for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, (2) provides a catch-up relief provision for taxpayers to accelerate deductions
for unamortized domestic research expenditures, (3) provides a permanent provision for 100 % bonus depreciation deductions for most tangible
personal property with a recovery period of 20 years or less, acquired and placed in service after January 19, 2025, and (4) for tax
years beginning after December 31, 2024, restores Adjusted Taxable Income by adding back amortization and depreciation to calculate the
limitation on interest deductions (effectively returning to EBITDA). The enactment of the OBBBA did not have a material impact on our
provision or effective tax rate as of April 30, 2026. We continue to evaluate the OBBBA and its requirements, as well as its application
to our business and its impact on cash taxes and our effective tax rate.
For
financial reporting purposes, (Loss) income before benefit for income taxes, includes the following components (in thousands):
Fiscal Year Ended
April 30,
2026
2025
Domestic operations
$ ( 2,908 )
$ 12,144
(Loss) income before income taxes
$ ( 2,908 )
$ 12,144
The
benefit from income taxes consisted of the following (in thousands):
Fiscal Year Ended
April 30,
2026
2025
Current:
Federal
$ 18
$ 137
State
16
374
Current provision
34
511
Deferred:
Federal
( 1,501 )
( 9,634 )
State
( 538 )
( 2,419 )
Deferred tax benefit
( 2,039 )
( 12,053 )
Total benefit
$ ( 2,005 )
$ ( 11,542 )
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NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
The
difference between the federal statutory rate of 21 % and the Company’s effective tax rate after the adoption of ASU 2023-09 is
summarized as follows (in thousands):
Fiscal Year Ended
April 30, 2026
Amount
%
Income tax at statutory federal tax rate
$ ( 611 )
21.0 %
State and local income tax, net of federal income tax effect
( 417 )
14.4 %
Changes in valuation allowances
( 19 )
0.6 %
Nontaxable or nondeductible items:
Stock Based Compensation
( 1,205 )
41.5 %
Non-deductible officer’s compensation
246
( 8.5 )%
Goodwill Write-off
84
( 2.9 )%
Other nontaxable or nondeductible items
( 1 )
0.1 %
Research and Development Tax credits
( 176 )
6.0 %
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits
5
( 0.2 )%
Other
89
( 3.0 )%
Total benefit
$ ( 2,005 )
69.0 %
In
the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026, state and local income taxes in California comprise the majority of the state and local income
taxes, net of the federal income tax effect category.
The
difference between the federal statutory rate of 21 % and the Company’s effective tax rate before the adoption of ASU 2023-09 is
summarized as follows:
Fiscal Year Ended
April 30,
2025
Statutory rate
$ 2,550
State and local tax
223
Valuation allowance on deferred tax assets
( 13,874 )
Nondeductible expenses
5
FDII
( 81 )
Nontaxable life insurance cash value increase
( 65 )
Stock compensation
( 153 )
Tax credits
( 319 )
Change in tax rate
173
Other items
( 1 )
Total benefit
$ ( 11,542 )
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NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
The
components of deferred taxes are as follows (in thousands):
Fiscal Year Ended
April 30,
2026
2025
Deferred tax assets:
Employee benefits
$ 2,901
$ 2,810
Inventory
4,081
2,876
Accounts receivable
95
144
Tax credits
2,111
1,945
Property, plant and equipment
87
-
Deferred costs
1,355
1,511
Lease liability
1,898
2,128
Capital loss carry-forward
176
194
Research & development
1,693
2,247
Net operating loss carryforwards
3,649
2,276
Other assets
305
301
Total deferred tax asset
18,351
16,432
Deferred tax liabilities:
Property, plant and equipment
-
( 74 )
Right of use asset
( 1,838 )
( 2,104 )
Other liabilities
( 177 )
( 77 )
Deferred state income tax
( 897 )
( 779 )
Net deferred tax asset
15,439
13,398
Valuation allowance
( 1,355 )
( 1,353 )
Net deferred tax asset
$ 14,084
$ 12,045
In
assessing the potential for realization of deferred tax assets, the Company considers whether it is more-likely-than-not that some portion
or all of the deferred tax assets will be realized. A valuation allowance, if needed, reduces the deferred tax assets to the amounts
expected to be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income in
those periods in which temporary differences become deductible and/or net operating loss carryforwards can be utilized. We assess all
positive and negative evidence when determining the amount of the net deferred tax assets that are more-likely-than-not to be realized.
This evidence includes, but is not limited to, prior earnings history, scheduled reversal of taxable temporary differences, tax planning
strategies and projected future taxable income. Significant weight is given to positive and negative evidence that is objectively verifiable.
Concluding that a valuation allowance is not needed is difficult when there is significant negative evidence such as cumulative losses
in recent years.
As
required under ASU 2023-09, the Company has included only the portion of the valuation allowance related to federal deferred tax assets
in the “Change in valuation allowances” line of the rate reconciliation. The following table presents a reconciliation of
the total change in the valuation allowance.
Fiscal Year Ended
April 30,
2026
Balance at the beginning of the fiscal year
$ 1,353
Changed charged to income tax expense
2
Balance at the end of the fiscal year
$ 1,355
The
Company maintains a valuation allowance of approximately $ 1.4 million against certain deferred tax assets including state tax
credits and capital loss carryforwards because the realization of these tax attributes requires sufficient taxable income be sourced
to the respective state jurisdiction and capital gain income is required to utilize capital losses. The Company will continue to
evaluate the realizability of its deferred tax assets quarterly. Any further increases or decreases in the valuation allowance could
have an unfavorable or favorable impact on the Company’s income tax provision and net income in the period in which such
determination is made. As of April 30, 2026, the deferred tax asset is recorded at its more-likely-than-not realizable
amount.
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NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
As
of April 30, 2026, the Company has U.S. federal net operating losses of $ 10.9 million of which $ 1.7 million begins to expire in fiscal
year 2027 through fiscal year 2031. The U.S. federal net operating losses of $ 10.9 million includes $ 1.7 million which is subject to
an annual limitation under Internal Revenue Code Section 382. The remaining U.S. federal net operating losses of $ 9.2 million have an
indefinite carry-forward period. The U.S. federal capital loss carry-forward of $ 0.7 million expires in fiscal year 2028. U.S. federal
R&D credits of $ 0.8 million begin to expire in fiscal year 2038 through fiscal year 2046. The Company also has state net operating
loss carryforwards, and state tax credits that expire in various years and amounts.
A
reconciliation of the beginning and ending amounts of unrecognized tax benefits, is as follows (in thousands):
2026
2025
Balance at the beginning of the fiscal year
$ 144
$ 111
Additions based on positions taken in the current year
41
-
Additions based on positions taken in prior years
11
45
Decreases based on positions taken in prior years
-
( 12 )
Lapse in statute of limitations
-
-
Balance at the end of the fiscal year
$ 196
$ 144
The
entire amount reflected in the above table at April 30, 2026, if recognized, would reduce our effective tax rate. As of April 30, 2026
and 2025, the Company did not recognize or accrue for the payment of interest or penalties.
The
Company is subject to taxation in the U.S. federal, and various state and local, jurisdictions. The Company is no longer subject to examination
of its U.S. federal income tax returns by the Internal Revenue Service for fiscal years 2021 and prior. Net operating losses and tax
attributes generated in closed years and utilized in open years are subject to adjustment by the tax authorities.
Cash
taxes paid were as follows (in thousands):
Fiscal
Year Ended
April 30,
2026
Federal
$ 100
State and local
251
Total
$ 351
Income
taxes paid (net of refunds) exceeded 5% of total income taxes paid (net of refunds) in the following jurisdictions:
Fiscal
Year Ended
April 30,
2026
Federal
$ 100
State and local
California
223
Texas
20
Other
8
Total
$ 351
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NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
13.
Segment Information
The
Company operates under two reportable segments based on the geographic locations of its subsidiaries:
(1) FEI-NY – operates out of New York and its operations consist principally of precision time and frequency control products used in three principal markets - communication satellites (both commercial and U.S. Government-funded); terrestrial cellular telephone or other ground-based telecommunication stations; and other components and systems for the U.S. military.
The FEI-NY segment also includes the operations of the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, FEI-Elcom. FEI-Elcom, in addition to its own product line, provides design and technical support for the FEI-NY segment’s satellite business. Effective as of April 30, 2026, FEI-Elcom was converted into a Delaware limited liability company. The ongoing business operations of FEI-Elcom will remain within the FEI-NY reporting segment.
(2)
FEI-Zyfer
– operates out of California and its products incorporate Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies into systems and
subsystems for secure communications, both government and commercial, and other locator applications. This segment also provides
sales and support for the Company’s wireline telecommunications family of products, including US5G, which are sold in the U.S.
market.
The
Company measures segment performance based on the operating income generated by the geographic location of its subsidiaries rather than
on the specific types of customers or end-users. Consequently, the Company determined that the segments indicated above most appropriately
reflect the way the Company’s management views the business.
The accounting policies of
the two segments are the same as those described in Note 1. Our Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) serves as our CODM who evaluates
the segment performance and allocates resources to them based on operating income which is defined as income before investment income,
interest expense, other expenses, and income taxes. Operating income by segment is used to monitor segment results compared to prior periods
to determine areas of business process improvements, profitable market opportunities, forecasted results, and the annual plan. All acquired
assets, including intangible assets, are included in the assets of both reporting segments.
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NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
The
tables below present segment revenue, significant segment expenses which consist of segment cost of revenue and segment research and
development costs, and segment operating (loss) income for each reportable segment and on a consolidated basis as reported in the consolidated
statements of operations for the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025 (in thousands):
For the Fiscal Years Ended April 30,
2026
2025
Revenues:
FEI-NY
$ 45,651
$ 53,269
FEI-Zyfer
21,731
18,660
Less intersegment revenues
( 4,155 )
( 2,118 )
Consolidated revenues
$ 63,227
$ 69,811
Cost of revenues:
FEI-NY
$ 35,816
$ 29,331
FEI-Zyfer
12,497
12,598
Less intersegment cost of revenues
( 3,482 )
( 2,215 )
Consolidated cost of revenues
$ 44,831
$ 39,714
Research and development expenses:
FEI-NY
$ 3,800
$ 3,374
FEI-Zyfer
2,194
2,702
Consolidated research and development expenses
$ 5,994
$ 6,076
Operating (loss) income:
FEI-NY
$ ( 5,442 )
$ 11,514
FEI-Zyfer
3,813
743
Less intersegment
( 673 )
98
Corporate
( 699 )
( 623 )
Consolidated operating (loss) income
$ ( 3,001 )
$ 11,732
Other
segment items included in the determination of operating (loss) income includes SG&A of $ 11.5 million and $ 9.1 million for the fiscal
years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, for the FEI-NY segment, and $ 3.2 million and $ 2.6 million for the fiscal years ended
April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, for the FEI-Zyfer segment.
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NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
The
tables below present the identifiable assets of each reportable segment and on a consolidated basis as reported in the consolidated balance
sheets as of April 30, 2026 and 2025 and the depreciation and amortization charges related to these identifiable assets for the fiscal
years then ended (in thousands):
April 30,
2026
April 30,
2025
Identifiable assets:
FEI-NY
$ 40,849
$ 39,125
FEI-Zyfer
23,759
23,865
less intersegment balances
( 814 )
( 140 )
Corporate
26,912
30,887
Consolidated identifiable assets
$ 90,706
$ 93,737
For the Fiscal Years Ended
April 30,
2026
2025
Depreciation and amortization:
FEI-NY
$ 1,799
$ 1,932
FEI-Zyfer
94
123
Corporate
-
-
Consolidated depreciation and amortization expense
$ 1,893
$ 2,055
Major
Customers
The
Company’s products are sold to both commercial and governmental customers. For the fiscal years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025,
approximately 91 % and 94 %, respectively, of the Company’s sales were made under contracts to the U.S. Government or subcontracts
for U.S. Government end-use.
In
the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026, revenues from four customers of the FEI-NY segment, which each accounted for more than 10% of that
segment’s revenues, were $ 7.0 million, $ 5.5 million, $ 5.3 million, and $ 5.1 million. In the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025, revenues
from one customer of the FEI-NY segment, which accounted for more than 10% of that segment’s revenues, was $ 26.9 million. In the
FEI-Zyfer segment, revenues from one customer, which accounted for more than 10% of that segment’s revenues, was $ 8.1 million in
the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026. In the FEI-Zyfer segment, revenues from two customers, which each accounted for more than 10% of
that segment’s revenues, were $ 2.9 million and $ 3.4 million in the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025.
The
loss by the Company of any one of these customers would have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business. The Company believes
its relationship with these customers is mutually satisfactory. Sales to the major customers referenced above can include commercial
and governmental end users.
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NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
April
30, 2026 and 2025
Foreign
Sales
Revenues
in each of the Company’s segments include sales to foreign governments or to companies located in foreign countries. For the fiscal
years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025, revenues, based on the location of the procurement entity, were derived from the following locations
(in thousands):
For the Fiscal Years Ended
April 30,
2026
2025
Domestic
$ 57,745
$ 65,362
Foreign
5,482
4,449
$ 63,227
$ 69,811
During
the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026, material foreign sales to one Asian country amounted to approximately $ 3.8 million. During the
fiscal year ended April 30, 2025, material foreign sales to one Asian country amounted to approximately $ 3.5 million.
14.
Product Warranties
The
Company generally provides its customers with a one-year warranty regarding the manufactured quality and functionality of its products.
The Company establishes warranty reserves based on its product history, current information on repair costs and annual sales levels.
As of April 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, changes in the carrying amount of accrued product warranty costs, reported in accrued expenses
on the consolidated balance sheets, were as follows (in thousands):
2026
2025
Balance at beginning of year
$ 567
$ 542
Warranty costs incurred
( 438 )
( 253 )
Product warranty accrual
388
278
Balance at end of year
$ 517
$ 567
15.
Contingencies
In
the normal course of its business, the Company may be involved in various claims, negotiations and legal actions. As of April 30, 2026,
the Company was not a party to any litigation in which an unfavorable outcome or material claim is probable or in which losses associated
with the litigation can be reasonably estimated.
16. Subsequent events
On July 1, 2026, the Company acquired a 20 % minority
interest in an LLC for $ 0.5 million. Pursuant to the transaction, the Company may be required to purchase up to an additional 25 % interest
subsequent to the closing of the initial agreement. The Company is currently in the process of evaluating the accounting treatment for
this transaction.
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Item
9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
None.
Item
9A. Controls and Procedures
Evaluation
of Disclosure Controls and Procedures .
We
maintain disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act
of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”)) designed to provide reasonable assurance the information required to be disclosed
by us in reports we file or submit under the Exchange Act is (i) recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods
specified in SEC rules and forms; and (ii) accumulated and communicated to our management, including our principal executive officer
and principal financial officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosures.
In
connection with the filing of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, the Company’s management, with the participation of the Company’s
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, evaluated the effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure
controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on their evaluation, the Company’s Chief
Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that, as of April 30, 2026, the Company’s disclosure controls and
procedures were effective at a reasonable assurance level.
There
are inherent limitations to the effectiveness of any system of disclosure controls and procedures, including the possibility of human
error and the circumvention or overriding of the controls and procedures. Accordingly, even effective disclosure controls and procedures
can only provide reasonable assurance of achieving their control objectives.
Management’s
Annual Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
The
Company’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting as defined
in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act. The Company’s internal control system is designed to provide reasonable
assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance
with U.S. GAAP. Because of inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also,
projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because
of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
Management
assessed the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of April 30, 2026. In making this assessment,
management used the criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on this evaluation, the Company’s management concluded that the Company’s
internal control over financial reporting was effective as of April 30, 2026.
Financial
Reporting
This
Annual Report on Form 10-K does not include an attestation report of our registered public accounting firm regarding our internal control
over financial reporting. Management’s report on internal control over financial reporting is not subject to attestation by our
registered public accounting firm.
Changes
in Internal Control over Financial Reporting.
There
have been no changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and
15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2026 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely
to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
Item
9B. Other Information
During
the three months ended April 30, 2026, no director or officer of the Company adopted or terminated a “Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement”
or “non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement,” as each term is defined in Item 408(a) of Regulation S-K.
Item
9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections.
Not
applicable.
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PART III
Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and
Corporate Governance
The information required pursuant
to this item with respect to Directors of the Company, compliance with Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act, the Company’s code of
ethics and certain corporate governance matters is incorporated herein by reference from the Company’s definitive proxy statement
to be filed no later than 120 days after April 30, 2026, for the annual meeting of stockholders to be held on or about October 7, 2026
(the “2026 Proxy Statement”). See “Election of Directors,” “Delinquent Section 16(a) Reports,”
“Corporate Governance Matters – Code of Ethics and Corporate Governance Guidelines,” and “Certain Information
as to Committees and Meetings of the Board” from the Company’s 2026 Proxy Statement. The information required to be
furnished pursuant to this item with respect to Executive Officers is set forth, pursuant to General Instruction G(3) of Form 10-K, under
Part I of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
We have adopted an insider
trading policy governing the purchase, sale, and other disposition of our securities by our directors, officers, and employees, and by
the Company. We believe this policy is reasonably designed to promote compliance with insider trading laws, rules, and regulations and
listing standards applicable to the Company. A copy of our insider trading policy is incorporated by reference as Exhibit 19 to this
Form 10-K.
Item 11. Executive Compensation
The information required
pursuant to this item is incorporated herein by reference from the Company’s 2026 Proxy Statement under “Election of Directors”
and “Executive Compensation.”
Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial
Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
The information required
pursuant to this item is incorporated herein by reference from the Company’s 2026 Proxy Statement under “Executive Compensation”
and “Stock Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management.”
EQUITY COMPENSATION PLAN INFORMATION
Plan Category
Number of
securities to be
issued upon
exercise of
outstanding
options,
warrants
and rights
and vesting
of RSU's
and PSU's
Weighted-average
exercise price of
outstanding
options, warrants
and rights
Number of
securities
remaining
available for
future
issuance
under equity
compensation
plans
(excluding
securities
reflected in
column (a))
(a)
(b)
(c)
Equity Compensation Plans
Approved by Security Holders (1)
436,148
$ -
1,269,186
(1) The Company’s equity compensation
plans are described in Note 11 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related
Transactions, and Director Independence
The information required
pursuant to this item is incorporated herein by reference from the Company’s 2026 Proxy Statement under “Election of Directors.”
Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services
The information required
pursuant to this item is incorporated herein by reference from the Company’s 2026 Proxy Statement under “Appointment of Independent
Auditors.”
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PART IV
Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement
Schedules
(a) Index to Financial Statements
and Exhibits
The financial statements and exhibits are listed
below and are filed as part of this report.
(1) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Included in Part II of this report:
Page(s)
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm ( GRANT THORNTON LLP .; Melville, NY ; PCAOB ID# 248 ) 20-21
Consolidated Balance Sheets - April 30, 2026 and 2025 22
Consolidated Statements of Operations - Years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025 23
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - Years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025 24-25
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity - Years ended April 30, 2026 and 2025 26
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 27-47
(2) EXHIBITS
Exhibit
No. in this Form 10-K
Description
of Exhibit
NOTE
2.1
Stock Purchase Agreement, dated as of February
21, 2012, by and among the Registrant, Elcom Technologies Inc. and the stockholders of Elcom Technologies Inc. identified on the
signature pages thereto
(11)
3.1
Copy of Certificate of Incorporation of the Registrant filed with the Secretary of State of Delaware
Filed herewith
3.2
Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation of the Registrant filed with the Secretary of State of Delaware on March 27, 1981
Filed herewith
3.3
Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation of the Registrant filed with Secretary of State of Delaware on October 26, 1984
Filed herewith
3.4
Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation of the Registrant filed with the Secretary of State of Delaware on October 22, 1986
Filed herewith
3.5
Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Registrant filed with the Secretary of State of Delaware on October 26, 1987
Filed herewith
3.6
Amended Certificate of Incorporation of the Company filed with the Secretary of State of Delaware on November 2, 1989
Filed herewith
3.7
Amended and Restated By-Laws of the Registrant,
as amended
(13)
4.1
Specimen of Common Stock certificate
(1)
4.2
Description of Capital Stock
(24)
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Exhibit
No. in this Form 10-K
Description
of Exhibit
NOTE
10.1
Settlement Agreement dated as of September 13,
2016, by and among Registrant, Privet Fund LP, Privet Fund Management LLC, Ryan J. Levenson and General Lance W. Lord
(14)
10.2*
Frequency Electronics, Inc. 2005 Stock Plan
(16)
10.3
Lease Agreement between Registrant and Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P. dated January 6, 1998
(15)
10.4
First Amendment to Lease Amendment between Registrant
and RA 55 CLB LLC (as successor-in-interest to Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.) dated July 25, 2018
(17)
10.5*
Registrant’s Cash or Deferral Profit Sharing
Plan and Trust under Internal Revenue Code Section 401, dated April 1, 1985
(6)
10.6*
Amendment dated Jan. 1, 1988 to Registrant’s
Cash or Deferred Profit Sharing Plan and Trust under Section 401 of Internal Revenue Code
(8)
10.7*
Form of Deferred Compensation Agreement
(18)
10.8*
Form of Stock Appreciation Rights Agreement
(19)
10.9*
Frequency Electronics, Inc. Stock Award Plan.
(25)
10.10
Credit Agreement dated June 12, 2026, by and among the Company, as borrower,
FEI-Zyfer, Inc., as subsidiary guarantor, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as the Lender
(27)
10.11
Pledge and Security Agreement dated June 12, 2026, by and among the
Company, as borrower, FEI-Zyfer, Inc., as subsidiary guarantor, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as the Lender
(28)
19
Frequency Electronics, Inc. Insider Trading Policy
(29)
21
List of Subsidiaries of Registrant
Filed herewith
23.1
Consent of GRANT THORNTON LLP
Filed herewith
31.1
Certification of the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Filed herewith
31.2
Certification of the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Filed herewith
32
Certifications of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Filed herewith
97
Frequency Electronics, Inc. Clawback Policy
(26)
101
The following materials from the Frequency Electronics,
Inc. Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026 formatted in Inline eXtensible Business Reporting Language
(XBRL): (i) Consolidated Balance Sheets, (ii) Consolidated Statements of Operations, (iii) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows,
(iv) Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity and (v) Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
104
Cover Page Interaction Data File (formatted as inline
XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101)
* Denoted compensatory plans or arrangements or management contracts
NOTES:
(1)
Filed with the SEC
as an exhibit, numbered as indicated above, to the registration statement of Registrant on Form S-1, File No. 2-29609, which exhibit
is incorporated herein by reference.
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(2)
[Intentionally Omitted]
(3)
[Intentionally Omitted]
(4)
[Intentionally Omitted]
(5)
[Intentionally Omitted]
(6)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
10.16 to the annual report of Registrant on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the fiscal year ended April 30, 1986, which exhibit is
incorporated herein by reference.
(7)
[Intentionally Omitted]
(8)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
10.24 to the annual report of Registrant on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the fiscal year ended April 30, 1988, which exhibit is
incorporated herein by reference.
(9)
[Intentionally Omitted]
(10)
[Intentionally Omitted]
(11)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
2.1 to the current report of Registrant on Form 8-K, File No. 1-8061, on February 27, 2012, which exhibit is incorporated herein
by reference.
(12)
[Intentionally Omitted]
(13)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
3.1 to a current report of the Registrant on Form 8-K, File No. 1-8061, on June 25, 2020, which exhibit is incorporated herein by
reference.
(14)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
10.1 to a current report of the Registrant on Form 8-K, File No. 1-8061, on September 16, 2016, which exhibit is incorporated herein
by reference.
(15)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
10.13 to the annual report of Registrant on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the fiscal year ended April 30, 1998, which exhibit is
incorporated herein by reference.
(16)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
10.1 to a current report of the Registrant on Form 8-K, File No. 1-8061, on October 4, 2005, which exhibit is incorporated herein
by reference.
(17)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
10.13 to the annual report of Registrant on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2018, which exhibit is
incorporated herein by reference.
(18)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
10.17 to Amendment No. 1 on Form 10-K/A to the annual report of Registrant on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the fiscal year ended
April 30, 2018, which exhibit is incorporated herein by reference.
(19)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
10.18 to Amendment No. 1 on Form 10-K/A to the annual report of Registrant on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the fiscal year ended
April 30, 2018, which exhibit is incorporated herein by reference.
(20)
[Intentionally Omitted]
(21)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit 10.11 to the annual
report of the Registrant on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the year ended April 30, 2019, which exhibit is incorporated herein by
reference.
(22)
[Intentionally Omitted]
(23)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
10.11 to the annual report of the Registrant on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2020, which exhibit
is incorporated herein by reference.
(24)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit
4.2 to the annual report of the Registrant on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2021, which exhibit
is incorporated herein by reference.
(25)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit 10.1 to a current report
of the Registrant on Form 8-K, File No. 1-8061, on October 9, 2024, which exhibit is incorporated herein by reference.
(26)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit 97 to the annual report
of the Registrant on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the year ended April 30, 2024, which exhibit is incorporated herein by reference.
(27)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit 10.1 to a current report
of the Registrant on Form 8-K, File No. 1-8061, on June 12, 2026, which exhibit is incorporated herein by reference.
(28)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit 10.2 to a current report
of the Registrant on Form 8-K, File No. 1-8061, on June 12, 2026, which exhibit is incorporated herein by reference.
(29)
Filed with the SEC as Exhibit 19 to the annual report of the Registrant
on Form 10-K, File No. 1-8061, for the year ended April 30, 2025, which exhibit is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 16. Form 10-K Summary.
None.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements
of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf
by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
FREQUENCY ELECTRONICS, INC.
By:
/s/ Thomas McClelland
Thomas McClelland
President and Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
By:
/s/ Steven L. Bernstein
Steven L. Bernstein
Chief Financial Officer, Secretary and Treasurer
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)
Dated: July 16, 2026
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and
on the dates indicated:
Signature
Title
Date
/s/ Jonathan Brolin
Lead Independent Director
July 16, 2026
Jonathan Brolin
/s/ Richard Schwartz
Director
July 16, 2026
Richard Schwartz
/s/ Russell M. Sarachek
Chairman of the Board
July 16, 2026
Russell M. Sarachek
/s/ GEN Lance W. Lord, USAF, ret
Director
July 16, 2026
Lance W. Lord
/s/ Thomas McClelland
Director, President and Chief Executive Officer
July 16, 2026
Thomas McClelland
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