Positive adjusted EBITDA and merger create momentum

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Precise Biometrics reported first-quarter 2026 results with net sales of SEK 17.1 million, down from SEK 20.0 million in the prior year, and an operating loss of SEK 5.8 million compared to SEK 7.1 million. The company incurred SEK 2.0 million in one-off transaction costs related to its merger with Fingerprint Cards AB, which resulted in an adjusted EBITDA of SEK 0.6 million, an improvement from the prior year's adjusted EBITDA of SEK –1.7 million. Despite a challenging market, cash flow from operations was positive at SEK 3.9 million, and Annual Recurring Revenue stood at SEK 18.7 million. Significant events included the launch of Palm Access Pro and progress on the merger with Fingerprint Cards, which is expected to create a global leader in biometrics.

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Financial report Q1 2026, Jan – Mar 2026

First quarter

  • Net sales totaled SEK 17.1 (20.0) million
  • EBITDA totaled SEK –1.4 (–1.7) million
  • The operating profit/loss (EBIT) totaled SEK –5.8 (–7.1) million.
  • One-off items totaled SEK 2.0 (0) million, attributable to transaction costs for the merger with Fingerprint Cards AB
  • Adjusted EBITDA totaled SEK 0.6 (–1.7) million
  • Adjusted operating profit/loss (EBIT) totaled SEK –3.8 (–7.1) million
  • Earnings for the period totaled SEK –5.6 (–7.2) million
  • Earnings per share before and after dilution totaled SEK -0.07 (-0.09)
  • Cash flow from operations totaled SEK 3.9 (2.1) million
  • ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue) at the end of the period was SEK 18.7 (18.4) million

Significant events during the quarter

Significant events after the end of the full-year period

Presentation and live Q&A
Precise has published a video interview with CEO Joakim Nydemark in connection with this report. The video is available on the Investor Relations page: precisebiometrics.com/investors/

The Company will also host a live Q&A on the day of the report. More information and a registration link to the Q&A session may be found on the Investor Relations page: precisebiometrics.com/investors/.

CEO Joakim Nydemark comments

“The merger with Fingerprint Cards marks an important strategic step for us and further strengthens our position through a more comprehensive offering, expanded commercial reach, and a more scalable foundation for future growth. At the same time, the first quarter demonstrates that we have built a business with strong cost control, clear operational discipline, and a strong offering. Despite a continued challenging market environment, we delivered both positive adjusted EBITDA and positive operating cash flow, confirming our adaptability and positioning us well to realize synergies, accelerate growth, and create long-term value for our shareholders.”
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