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Socket Mobile Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results

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Socket Mobile (NASDAQ: SCKT) reported challenging Q2 2025 financial results, with revenue declining 20% year-over-year to $4.04 million. The company faced significant headwinds, including weaker revenue trends and reduced distributor purchases due to tariff concerns.

Key financial metrics include a gross margin of 49.9%, operating expenses of $2.7 million, and an operating loss of $677,000. The company's cash position improved to $2.6 million, bolstered by a $1.5 million secured subordinated convertible note financing completed in May.

Despite challenges, Socket Mobile's new XtremeScan products are gaining market traction, particularly in iOS device integration for frontline workers. Management has implemented cost-saving measures to navigate the current market environment.

Socket Mobile (NASDAQ: SCKT) ha riportato risultati finanziari difficili nel secondo trimestre del 2025, con un fatturato in calo del 20% rispetto all'anno precedente, attestandosi a 4,04 milioni di dollari. L'azienda ha affrontato notevoli difficoltà, tra cui tendenze di fatturato più deboli e una riduzione degli acquisti da parte dei distributori a causa di preoccupazioni sui dazi.

I principali indicatori finanziari includono un margine lordo del 49,9%, spese operative pari a 2,7 milioni di dollari e una perdita operativa di 677.000 dollari. La posizione di cassa dell'azienda è migliorata a 2,6 milioni di dollari, supportata da un finanziamento tramite una nota convertibile subordinata garantita da 1,5 milioni di dollari completato a maggio.

Nonostante le difficoltà, i nuovi prodotti XtremeScan di Socket Mobile stanno guadagnando terreno sul mercato, soprattutto nell'integrazione con dispositivi iOS per i lavoratori in prima linea. Il management ha adottato misure di contenimento dei costi per affrontare l'attuale contesto di mercato.

Socket Mobile (NASDAQ: SCKT) reportó resultados financieros desafiantes en el segundo trimestre de 2025, con ingresos que disminuyeron un 20% interanual hasta 4,04 millones de dólares. La compañía enfrentó importantes obstáculos, incluyendo tendencias de ingresos más débiles y una reducción en las compras de distribuidores debido a preocupaciones sobre aranceles.

Los principales indicadores financieros incluyen un margen bruto del 49,9%, gastos operativos de 2,7 millones de dólares y una pérdida operativa de 677,000 dólares. La posición de efectivo de la empresa mejoró a 2,6 millones de dólares, impulsada por un financiamiento mediante una nota convertible subordinada garantizada de 1,5 millones de dólares completada en mayo.

A pesar de los desafíos, los nuevos productos XtremeScan de Socket Mobile están ganando tracción en el mercado, especialmente en la integración con dispositivos iOS para trabajadores de primera línea. La dirección ha implementado medidas de ahorro de costos para navegar el entorno actual del mercado.

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Socket Mobile (NASDAQ : SCKT) a publié des résultats financiers difficiles pour le deuxième trimestre 2025, avec un chiffre d'affaires en baisse de 20 % sur un an, atteignant 4,04 millions de dollars. L'entreprise a fait face à d'importants vents contraires, notamment des tendances de revenus plus faibles et une réduction des achats des distributeurs en raison de préoccupations liées aux tarifs douaniers.

Les principaux indicateurs financiers comprennent une marge brute de 49,9 %, des dépenses d'exploitation de 2,7 millions de dollars et une perte d'exploitation de 677 000 dollars. La trésorerie de la société s'est améliorée à 2,6 millions de dollars, soutenue par un financement par billet convertible subordonné garanti de 1,5 million de dollars finalisé en mai.

Malgré les défis, les nouveaux produits XtremeScan de Socket Mobile gagnent du terrain sur le marché, notamment dans l'intégration des appareils iOS pour les travailleurs de première ligne. La direction a mis en place des mesures de réduction des coûts pour naviguer dans l'environnement actuel du marché.

Socket Mobile (NASDAQ: SCKT) meldete herausfordernde Finanzergebnisse für das zweite Quartal 2025, mit einem Umsatzrückgang von 20 % im Jahresvergleich auf 4,04 Millionen US-Dollar. Das Unternehmen sah sich erheblichen Gegenwinden gegenüber, darunter schwächere Umsatztrends und geringere Einkäufe der Vertriebspartner aufgrund von Zollbedenken.

Wichtige Finanzkennzahlen umfassen eine Bruttomarge von 49,9%, Betriebskosten von 2,7 Millionen US-Dollar und einen operativen Verlust von 677.000 US-Dollar. Die Barposition des Unternehmens verbesserte sich auf 2,6 Millionen US-Dollar, gestützt durch eine im Mai abgeschlossene gesicherte nachrangige Wandelanleihe in Höhe von 1,5 Millionen US-Dollar.

Trotz der Herausforderungen gewinnen die neuen XtremeScan-Produkte von Socket Mobile insbesondere bei der Integration in iOS-Geräte für Mitarbeiter an vorderster Front Marktanteile. Das Management hat Kostensenkungsmaßnahmen umgesetzt, um das aktuelle Marktumfeld zu meistern.

Positive
  • Secured $1.5M in convertible note financing to strengthen cash position
  • Cash balance increased to $2.6M from $1.7M in previous quarter
  • New XtremeScan products gaining market traction
  • Sequential revenue increase of 2% from previous quarter
  • Implementation of cost-saving measures including reduced operating expenses
Negative
  • Revenue declined 20% year-over-year to $4.04M
  • Operating loss increased to $677,000 from $535,000 in prior year
  • Gross margin declined to 49.9% from 50.9% year-over-year
  • Reduced distributor purchases due to tariff concerns
  • Management expects headwinds to persist through remainder of year

Insights

Socket Mobile's 20% revenue decline and widening losses signal serious challenges despite cost-cutting efforts and new product initiatives.

Socket Mobile's Q2 2025 results reveal significant deterioration in the company's financial health. Revenue dropped 20% year-over-year to $4.04 million, though it did increase marginally by 2% sequentially. The operating loss widened to $677,000 from $535,000 in the prior year, though it improved from the $894,000 loss in Q1 2025.

The company's gross margin deteriorated to 49.9%, down from 50.9% a year earlier, indicating potential pressure on pricing or increased manufacturing costs. While Socket Mobile reduced operating expenses by 13% year-over-year to $2.7 million, these cost-cutting measures weren't sufficient to offset the revenue decline.

The cash position improved to $2.6 million from $1.7 million at the end of Q1, but this increase was primarily due to a $1.5 million secured subordinated convertible note financing completed in May � essentially taking on debt rather than generating cash through operations.

Management attributes the revenue decline to two key factors: a slower run rate and reduced purchases from distributors concerned about potential tariffs. The outlook remains challenging, with management explicitly stating they expect these headwinds to persist through the remainder of the year. The company's strategic response focuses on cost-saving measures and promoting their new XtremeScan products, which management claims are receiving positive initial customer reception.

Socket Mobile appears to be in a defensive position, taking on debt financing while cutting costs to weather what appears to be a prolonged downturn in their market. The mild sequential improvement and positive reception of new products offer small bright spots, but the overall financial trajectory remains concerning.

FREMONT, Calif., July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Socket Mobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCKT), a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced workplace productivity, today reported financial results that are determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States ("GAAP") for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025.

Second Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights:

  • Revenue of $4.04 million, reflecting a 20% decrease compared to $5.08 million for the prior year's quarter, and a 2% sequential increase compared to $4.0 million for the preceding quarter.

  • Gross margin of 49.9% versus 50.9% in the prior year's quarter and 50.4% in the preceding quarter.

  • Operating expenses of $2.7 million, compared to $3.1 million in the prior year period and $2.9 million in the preceding quarter.

  • Operating loss amounted to $677,000, compared to a $535,000 loss in the prior year's quarter, and a loss of $894,000 in the preceding quarter.

  • Cash balance as of June 30, 2025, was approximately $2.6 million, up from $1.7 million at March 31, 2025, due to the $1.5 million secured subordinated convertible note financing completed in May. The June 30 balance was also slightly higher than the $2.5 million reported at December 31, 2024

"We continued to experience weaker revenue trends throughout Q2, driven by a slower run rate," said Kevin Mills, President, and Chief Executive Officer. "Additionally, concerns around potential tariffs led to significantly reduced purchases from our distributors. This resulted in a notable decline in bookings in Q2 2025, which in turn impacted our gross shipments."

"We expect these headwinds to persist through the remainder of the year. In response, we raised $1.5 million through a secured subordinated convertible note financing and implemented cost-saving measures, including reductions in operating expenses, to help navigate this challenging period."

"Despite the broader market challenges, our new XtremeScan products have been well received by initial customers and are gaining broader interest," he continued. "The XtremeScan products are being used in conjunction with iOS devices to enable frontline workers to capture data more precisely, respond more decisively, and execute critical tasks with greater speed and confidence."

"We look forward to sharing more details about our new product initiatives and strategies to drive revenue growth during our upcoming conference call," concluded Mr. Mills.

Conference Call
Management of Socket Mobile will hold a conference call today at 2 P.M. Pacific (5 P.M. Eastern) to discuss the quarterly results and outlook for the future. To join the live conference, please use the conference link or dial (800) 237-1091toll-free from within the U.S. or (848) 488-9280 (toll).

About Socket Mobile, Inc.
Socket Mobile is a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced productivity in workforce mobilization. Socket Mobile's revenue is primarily driven by the deployment of third-party barcode-enabled mobile applications that integrate Socket Mobile's cordless barcode scanners and contactless readers/writers. Mobile Applications servicing the specialty retailer, field service, digital ID, transportation, and manufacturing markets are the primary revenue drivers. Socket Mobile has a network of thousands of developers who use its software developer tools to add sophisticated data capture to their mobile applications. Socket Mobile is headquartered in Fremont, Calif., and can be reached at +1-510-933-3000 or . Follow Socket Mobile on and keep up with our latest .

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding new mobile computer and data collection products, including details on the timing, distribution, and market acceptance of the products, and statements predicting trends, sales, market conditions, and opportunities in the markets in which we sell our products. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results could differ materially from the results anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the risk that our new products may be delayed or not rollout as predicted, if ever, due to technological, market, or financial factors, including the availability of necessary working capital, the risk that market acceptance and sales opportunities may not happen as anticipated, the risk that our application partners and current distribution channels may choose not to distribute the new products or may not be successful in doing so, the risk that acceptance of our new products in vertical application markets may not happen as anticipated, and other risks described in our most recent Form 10-K and 10-Q reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Socket Mobile Investor Contact:

Lynn Zhao

Chief Financial Officer

510-933-3016

[email protected]

Socket Mobile is a registered trademark of Socket Mobile. All other trademarks and trade names contained herein may be those of their respective owners.

© 2025, Socket Mobile, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Socket Mobile, Inc.

Condensed Summary Statements of Operations (Unaudited)

(Amounts in thousands except per share amounts)





Three months ended June 30,

Six months ended June 30,


2025

2024

2025

2024

Revenue

$ 4,042

$ 5,081

$ 8,008

$ 10,059

Cost of revenue

2,024

2,497

3,992

4,970

Gross margin

2,018

2,584

4,016

5,089

Gross margin percent

49.9%

50.9%

50.2%

50.6%

Research & development

1,101

1,232

2,233

2,440

Sales & marketing

1,025

1,154

2,131

2,185

General & administrative

569

733

1,223

1,484

Total operating expenses

2,695

3,119

5,587

6,109

Operating loss

(677)

(535)

(1,571)

(1,020)

Interest expense, net

(115)

(73)

(215)

(145)

Income tax benefit (expense)

--

--

--

--

Net loss

$ (792)

$ (608)

$ (1,786)

$ (1,165)

Net loss per share:





Basic

$ (0.10)

$ (0.08)

$ (0.23)

$ (0.16)

Fully diluted

$ (0.10)

$ (0.08)

$ (0.23)

$ (0.16)

Weighted average shares outstanding:

Basic

Fully diluted

7,937

7,937

7,572

7,572

7,884

7,884

7,511

7,511

Socket Mobile, Inc.

Condensed Summary Balance Sheets

(Amounts in Thousands)





(Unaudited)

June 30, 2025

December 31,
2024*

Cash

$ 2,605

$ 2,492

Accounts receivable

1,772

1,588

Inventories

4,844

4,942

Deferred costs on shipments to distributors

Other current assets

145

574

143

431

Property and equipment, net

2,358

2,787

Deferred tax assets

10,663

10,663

Intangible assets, net

1,369

1,432

Operating leases right-of-use assets

2,349

2,604

Other long-term assets

286

264

Total assets

$ 26,965

$ 27,346

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

$ 1,850

$ 1,977

Subordinated convertible notes payable, net of discount

400

150

Subordinated convertible notes payable, net of discount-related party

5,076

3,818

Deferred revenue on shipments to distributors

374

392

Deferred service revenue
Operating lease liabilities

30

2,559

31

2,817

Total liabilities

$ 10,289

$ 9,185

Common stock

69,675

69,374

Accumulated deficit

(51,961)

(50,175)

Treasury stock

(1,038)

(1,038)

Total equity

$ 16,676

$ 18,161

Total liabilities and equity

$ 26,965

$ 27,346

*Derived from audited financial statements.

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FAQ

What were Socket Mobile's (SCKT) Q2 2025 earnings results?

Socket Mobile reported Q2 2025 revenue of $4.04 million, down 20% year-over-year, with an operating loss of $677,000 and gross margin of 49.9%.

How much cash does Socket Mobile (SCKT) have as of Q2 2025?

Socket Mobile reported a cash balance of $2.6 million as of June 30, 2025, up from $1.7 million at March 31, 2025, boosted by a $1.5 million convertible note financing.

What factors affected Socket Mobile's (SCKT) Q2 2025 performance?

Socket Mobile faced weaker revenue trends and significantly reduced distributor purchases due to tariff concerns, leading to declined bookings in Q2 2025.

What is Socket Mobile's (SCKT) outlook for 2025?

Management expects current market headwinds to persist through the remainder of the year, though their new XtremeScan products are gaining market traction.

What strategic actions is Socket Mobile (SCKT) taking to address challenges?

Socket Mobile raised $1.5 million through convertible note financing and implemented cost-saving measures, including reductions in operating expenses, to navigate the challenging period.
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