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Turtle Beach Corp - 10-K annual report 2025


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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 December 31, 2025

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 Number: 001-35465

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TURTLE BEACH CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Nevada

27-2767540

(State or other jurisdiction of

incorporation or organization)

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification No.)

 

15822 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite 105

San Diego, California

 

92127

(Address of principal executive offices)

 

(Zip Code)

(914) 345-2255

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class

Trading Symbols

Name of each exchange on which registered

Common Stock, par value $0.001

TBCH

The 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 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.

If 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.

Indicate 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 the registrant’s voting and non-voting common equity held by non-affiliates of the registrant as of June 30, 2025 was $233,519,589.

The number of shares of Common Stock, $0.001 par value, outstanding on February 28, 2026 was 19,600,044.

DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

The information required by Part III of this Report is incorporated herein by reference from the registrant’s definitive proxy statement or annual report on Form 10-K/A to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days after the close of the registrant’s fiscal year.

 

 

 


 

INDEX

 

Page

PART I.

Item 1.

Business

4

Item 1A.

Risk Factors

10

Item 1B.

Unresolved Staff Comments

22

Item 1C.

Cybersecurity

22

Item 2.

Properties

23

Item 3.

Legal Proceedings

23

Item 4.

Mine Safety Disclosures

24

 

PART II.

 

Item 5.

Market for the Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

25

Item 6.

Reserved

26

Item 7.

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

27

Item 7A.

Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

38

Item 8.

Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

39

Item 9.

Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure

70

Item 9A.

Controls and Procedures

70

Item 9B.

Other Information

72

Item 9C.

Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections

72

 

PART III.

 

Item 10.

Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

74

Item 11.

Executive Compensation

74

Item 12.

Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

74

Item 13.

Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence

74

Item 14.

Principal Accounting Fees and Services

74

 

PART IV.

 

Item 15.

Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

75

Item 16.

Form 10-K Summary

75

 

EXHIBIT INDEX

76

SIGNATURES

79

 

 

 

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PART I

Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Disclosures

This Annual Report on Form 10-K (this “Report”) includes, and incorporates by reference, certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), in reliance upon the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You should not place undue reliance on these statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about our beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include statements preceded by, followed by, or that include the words “may,” “could,” “will,” “would,” “should,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “intend,” “predict,” “seek,” “contemplate,” “potential,” “continue,” and similar expressions. These forward-looking statements reflect the current expectations of Turtle Beach Corporation concerning future events, and actual results may differ materially from current expectations or historical results. Any such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including without limitation those discussed in the sections of this Report titled “Business,” “Risk Factors,” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.”

Forward-looking statements are only predictions and are not guarantees of performance. These statements are based on our management’s beliefs and assumptions, which in turn are based on currently available information. Important assumptions relating to the forward-looking statements include, among others, assumptions regarding demand for our products, the timing and cost of planned capital expenditures, competitive conditions, and general economic conditions. These assumptions could prove inaccurate. Forward-looking statements also involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. In addition, even if our actual results are consistent with the forward-looking statements contained in this Report, those results may not be indicative of results or developments in subsequent periods. Many of these factors are beyond our ability to control or predict. Such factors include, but are not limited to, the following:

The impacts of broader macroeconomic conditions, such as inflation, international trade policies (including tariffs) and potential recessionary effects on the demand for our products and our ability to adjust our product pricing in response to higher product component, transportation, and logistics costs;
The impact of competitive products, technologies and pricing and our ability to respond to the promotional pricing of our competitors;
Our dependence on the success and availability of third-party gaming platforms and the release and availability of successful gaming titles;
Our dependence on license agreements with third-parties for the sale of some of our products;
Our ability to forecast demand for our products and to manage our supply chain to meet such demand;
Substantial uncertainties inherent in the consumer acceptance and adoption of existing and future products;
Our dependence on the success and availability of third-parties to manufacture and manage the logistics of transporting and distributing our products;
Transitions in consoles and alternative gaming platforms and the potential impact on our business;
Our ability to successfully identify acquisition opportunities that are advantageous to our business and the integration of any businesses we acquire within our Sarbanes-Oxley compliant internal control framework over financial reporting and operations;
Our ability to adapt to new technologies and introduce new products on a timely basis;
Accuracy of estimates of our future revenues, expenses, capital requirements, and our needs for additional financing;
Continued relationships with our largest customers and the emergence of new customers;
Our marketing efforts and the success thereof;
The impact of seasonality on our business and discretionary spending by users of our products;
Global business, political, operational, financial and economic outlook and conditions;
The scope of protection we are able to obtain and maintain for intellectual property rights covering our technology;
The difficulty of commercializing and protecting new technology;

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The availability of capital under our revolving credit facility and term loan facility with Bank of America, N.A. (“Bank of America”);
Our liens against substantially all of our working capital assets, including trade accounts receivable, inventories, and intellectual property and related restrictive covenants associated with such loans;
Cybersecurity, data security and other information technology risks, including emerging risks from the use of artificial intelligence (“AI”);
Our financial performance; and
Other factors discussed under Item 1A - Risk Factors, or elsewhere in this Report.

Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States and the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements after we file this Report, whether as a result of any new information, future events or otherwise. Investors, potential investors, and other readers are urged to consider the above mentioned factors carefully in evaluating the forward‑looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward‑looking statements. Although we believe that the expectations, reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results or performance.

General

In this document, unless the context otherwise requires, references in this Annual Report on Form 10-K to “we”, “our”, “us”, “Turtle Beach Corporation”, “Turtle Beach”, and the “Company” refer to the business and operations of Turtle Beach Corporation and its consolidated wholly-owned subsidiaries. This Report also contains trademarks and trade names that are property of their respective owners.

 

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Item 1 - Business

Our mission is to deliver the ultimate experience to gamers by providing high-quality, high-performance gaming accessories, including headsets, controllers, keyboards, mice, flight and racing simulation hardware, microphones, and more. For over 50 years, we have been a pioneer and key innovator in audio technology, and today we are one of the most recognized brand names in gaming. Headquartered in San Diego, California, we were incorporated in the state of Nevada in 2010, and our stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol TBCH.

According to retail sales tracking data from The Circana Group (“Circana”), we have been the market share leader in console gaming headsets for 16-years running with a vast portfolio of headsets designed to be multiplatform compatible with the latest Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo consoles, as well as for personal computers (“PCs”) and mobile and tablet devices. Our PC product portfolio includes PC gaming headsets, keyboards, mice, microphones, and other PC gaming peripherals, and we expanded our brand beyond gaming headsets to include our gaming controller product line, as well as flight simulation. In 2024, we acquired Performance Designed Products (“PDP”), another leading gaming accessory brand with a robust slate of products, including gaming controllers for all major platforms and licensing deals with popular gaming and entertainment properties.

Gaming Accessories Business

We launched our first gaming headset and the first ever console gaming headset – the X51 – in 2005 and have gone on to become the leading brand in gaming headsets, as well as a top five overall gaming accessory business in the world. We design and market a broad assortment of gaming headsets and audio accessories for Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo consoles, as well as for PC, mobile and tablet devices. Our 2024 acquisition of PDP, and prior acquisitions of ROCCAT (2019) and Neat Microphones (2021) expanded our reach into the global markets for PC gaming headsets, keyboards, mice, and other gaming accessories. Additionally, in 2021, we further expanded our reach beyond gaming headsets with the launch of the first Turtle Beach game controllers for Xbox/PC, as well as flight simulation accessories. In 2024, we entered the racing simulation gaming accessory market. Our gaming accessories are distributed globally, with more than 475 thousand points of distribution, including major retailers such as Amazon, Argos, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart.

Our brand offers gamers a broad assortment of gaming accessories available at price tiers ranging from entry-level ~$30 to ultra-premium $650+. These price tiers correspond to customer profiles, beginning with entry-level gamers and progressing through casual, enthusiast, core, as well as with professional streamers, content creators, and competitive esports gamers. Each successive price tier incorporates higher-level features, comfort, and finish. For example, premium headsets typically include features like larger 50mm speakers, metal headbands, memory foam, powerful amplified 3D surround sound, active noise-cancellation, and Bluetooth connectivity. Additional features include mic monitoring which allows you to hear the volume of your own voice inside your headset, gaming audio presets like bass and/or vocal boost, our exclusive Superhuman Hearing® sound setting which delivers a competitive advantage, a removable or flip-to-mute microphone, our proprietary ProSpecs™ glasses-friendly technology, and long-lasting rechargeable batteries.

Gaming consoles like the latest Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch systems have evolved into full home entertainment hubs, and mobile tablet devices have become mainstream entertainment platforms with gaming on mobile and tablet devices now representing approximately 50% of the global gaming market. We continue to evolve our product portfolio to reflect how content is consumed. While each Turtle Beach headset is designed for a primary platform, such as a specific console or PC model, nearly all can be used with multiple platforms and are compatible with mobile and tablet devices through a standard 3.5mm jack or Bluetooth connectivity. Additionally, our products are often displayed in multiple in-store sections at retailers. This includes platform-specific gaming aisles for Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, PC, Virtual Reality (VR), and mobile and tablet products, as well as displayed on in-store kiosks that allow shoppers to experience each headset’s fit, feel, and audio quality, increasing the prominence of our brand in physical retail locations, as well as online.

Industry Overview

We operate in a nearly $200.0 billion global games and accessories market, according to Newzoo Peripheral Market Forecast. The global gaming audience now exceeds global cinema and music markets with over 3.5 billion active gamers worldwide. Gaming peripherals, such as headsets, controllers, keyboards, mice, microphones, and flight and racing simulation controls are estimated to be an $11.2 billion business globally.

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The console and PC gaming accessory markets are also driven by major game launches and long-running franchises that encourage players to continually buy equipment and accessories. On Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC, flagship games like Call of Duty, Destiny, Star Wars: Battlefront, Grand Theft Auto, Battlefield, and battle royale games like Fortnite, Call of Duty Warzone, Apex Legends, and PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, are examples of major franchises that prominently feature online multiplayer modes that promote player-to-player communication and drive increased demand for gaming headsets, controllers, and more. Many of these established franchises launch new titles annually, leading into the holidays and beyond, and as a result can cause an additional boost to the normally strong holiday sales for gaming accessories. Additionally, some larger franchise games, for example Call of Duty and Fortnite, follow-up with multiple post-launch downloadable content or new content update packs, to keep interest and fan engagement/momentum going for months following a game’s initial release. Many gamers play online where a gaming headset, which includes a microphone, is required because it allows players to communicate with each other in real-time, provides a more immersive experience, and delivers a competitive advantage.

Console Headset Market

In 2025, we were the leading gaming headset manufacturer in the U.S. and other major console markets. We have achieved these global market shares by delivering high-quality products that often include first-to-market innovations, robust features, superior sound, unmatched comfort, and top customer support – all key factors that consumers seek when shopping for a gaming headset.

The global market for console and PC gaming headsets is estimated to be approximately $2.9 billion, according to external market data and internal estimates, reflecting continued growth driven by increasing online multiplayer engagement, content creation, and improvements in technology. PlayStation and Xbox consoles remain among the most significant platforms supporting gaming headset usage, as console-focused headsets continue to integrate features such as wireless connectivity and surround sound optimized for these systems. Consistent with a historical pattern of major new console cycles of roughly seven to eight years, Microsoft and Sony launched their latest consoles, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, ahead of the 2020 holiday season, and these platforms have sustained an active installed base through 2025. In late 2024, Sony introduced the PS5 Pro system. The next Microsoft and Sony consoles are anticipated to launch within the next 2-3 years.

Nintendo's platform also plays a significant role in the growth of the console headset market. The large installed base of Nintendo Switch systems, combined with the successful launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 in June 2025, increases participation in online, chat-enabled gameplay, thereby expanding the overall addressable market for console gaming headsets.

Controllers Market

The controllers market is estimated at approximately $3.0 billion, according to external market data and internal estimates, and shares the same retail footprint and consumer base as Turtle Beach gaming headsets, creating natural cross-sell opportunities and strong category alignment. We entered the controllers market in 2021 and have since expanded our portfolio across console and PC platforms, with key products including Stealth™ Ultra and Stealth™ Pivot premium controllers, which target the higher value controller segment. The 2024 acquisition of PDP, a leading gaming accessories company with a strong foundation in the controller category, significantly strengthened our scale and competitiveness in controllers. PDP's established expertise and product portfolio, spanning high-value and enthusiast-driven segments, expanded our offerings with products such as the Riffmaster® Wireless Guitar Controller and Victrix® Pro BFG®, Pro FS® Arcade Fight Stick, and Pro KO® Leverless Fight Stick™, positioning us across both premium and value tiers and across multiple controller subcategories.

Industry activity across console platforms, continues to support category growth. Ongoing hardware refresh cycles and the large global installed base, continues to drive engagement across core gaming genres such as multiplayer, esports, fighting games, and rhythm‑based gaming. These trends, along with market forecasts projecting sustained controller demand tied to wireless adoption, haptic feedback innovations, and cross‑platform compatibility, indicate that the controllers category remains an attractive growth opportunity.

With an expanded product portfolio and enhanced innovation pipeline following the PDP acquisition, we believe we are well positioned to capture additional share in the global controllers market as consumer interest and platform ecosystems continue to evolve.

PC Accessories Market

The market for PC gaming mice, keyboards, and microphones is estimated to be approximately $3.9 billion, according to external market data and internal estimates. PC gaming continues to be a main gaming platform in the U.S. and internationally, similarly driven by popular AAA game launches, PC-specific esports leagues, teams, and players, content creators, and influencers, and with the introduction of cross-platform play – where PC gamers can play online against other gamers playing the same game on an Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch. While most games are available on multiple platforms, gaming on PC offers advantages including improved graphics, increased speed and precision of mouse/keyboard controls, and the ability for deeper customization. Gaming mice and keyboards are engineered to provide gamers with high-end performance and a superior gaming experience through features such as fast key and button response times, improved

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materials and build quality, comfortable ergonomic designs, programmable keys and buttons, and software suites to customize and control devices and settings.

PC gaming mice come in a variety of different ergonomic and symmetrical shapes and sizes, are available in both wired and wireless models, offer different optical or laser sensor options and responsiveness, and often feature integrated RGB LED lighting and software to unify the lighting with other devices for a visually consistent PC gaming appearance. Similarly, PC gaming keyboards often deliver a competitive advantage by offering options for ultra-responsive mechanical and optical key switches that feel and sound different, as well as customizable lighting.

Our PC gaming headsets, keyboards, and mice span price tiers ranging from low-to-high for entry-level to professional gamers, with each successive price tiers adding features and build quality. We seek to infuse differentiation and innovation into our PC products, including our own design for keyboard and mouse switches, innovative RGB LED lighting, and extensive ergonomic design testing and modeling.

Simulation Accessories Market

The market for simulation accessories is estimated to be approximately $1.4 billion, according to external market data and internal estimates. Flight and racing simulation are more dominant on higher-end PCs able to deliver the most realistic visuals. However, jumps in visual quality made possible in the latest consoles and games have made flight simulation on Xbox and PlayStation more accessible. For example, in 2020 Microsoft redefined the graphics flight simulation gamers can expect while playing with the launch of the latest generation of its flight simulation games and, in subsequent years, Microsoft expanded the game to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and for lower-end gaming PCs, and mobile gaming via Xbox Cloud.

Long-running popular flight simulations like Flight Simulator 2024, X-Plane, and others allow pilots to learn to fly and pilot various aircraft through picture-perfect skies and scenery, with typical flight simulation accessories including yokes and pedals, combat flightsticks, and Hands-On Throttle And Stick ("HOTAS") controllers. The flight simulation market is niche, but with a dedicated, older fanbase willing to spend more on accessories to create the ultimate flight simulation setups, with a variety of expert pilots and creators showcasing their latest content on YouTube and other mediums. We launched the original VelocityOne Flight® universal control system in 2021, followed by the VelocityOne® Rudder and VelocityOneStand in 2022, the VelocityOne Flightstick in 2023, and the VelocityOne Flightdeck H.O.T.A.S. controller in 2024.

Racing simulation follows a similar trajectory as flight simulation. The audience of racing simulation gamers is also dedicated, slightly older and willing to spend more on creating high-end racing simulation setups predominantly on PC, but also on consoles. There is also a variety of long-running, successful racing game franchises including Forza, Assetto Corsa, and more that allow drivers to get behind the wheel and experience the rush of racing. Typical racing simulation accessories include wheel and pedal setups, swappable steering wheels, shifters, handbrakes and more, ranging in price from lower cost entry-level gear available for a couple of hundred dollars (~$200), to ultra-premium, high-end custom-built simulation racing setups that cost thousands of dollars. Racing simulation fans also regularly create their own content to share with the racing simulation community. We introduced our first VelocityOne Race® racing simulation wheel and pedals setup in 2024, as well as the follow-up add-on VelocityOne Multi-Shift shifter/handbrake in early 2025. In the latter portion of 2025, we released the VelocityOne KD3 wheel and pedals system, the F-RX formula wheel for hardcore simulation racers on Xbox and PC and the Racer wireless racing wheel.

Business Strategy

We continue to build on our brand’s awareness, innovation, superior audio technology and high-quality products, and further promote and expand the brand in certain geographic regions to increase sales and profitability. Our strategy focuses on the following:

Continue to Advance Our Turtle Beach Brand. We believe Turtle Beach’s reputation among gamers is a competitive advantage, and that our success is attributable to our emphasis on creating the highest quality, most innovative products, and leveraging our extensive global distribution footprint to deliver these products to more gamers around the world.

We continue to invest the resources necessary to maintain and expand our capability to manufacture better value product lines that incorporate the latest technologies, resulting in more products serving more price tiers. We will continue to advance the best-selling Turtle Beach gaming audio business forward with new headsets like the Stealth Pro™, Atlas™ Air, and latest Stealth 700 and Stealth 600 models and will continue expanding our game controllers and gaming simulation accessory markets with products like the Stealth Ultra and Stealth Pivot, and Victrix Pro BFG controllers and Victrix Pro fight sticks, and additional VelocityOne fight and racing simulation accessories.

Continued Product Line Expansion and Revenue Growth in Controllers/Simulation Markets. We intend to increase our available markets by continuing to develop internally, or through partnerships or acquisitions, products in new gaming accessory categories outside console gaming headsets – the market we have led for 16 years, like game controllers and simulation. In March 2024, we

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announced the transformational acquisition of PDP that combined two leading gaming accessory companies with industry-leading teams, significant product momentum and proven track records of delivering profitable growth. This acquisition substantially increased our product portfolio, including our brand’s reach into the controller category with PDP’s leading game controllers.
Targeted Geographic Expansion. We will continue efforts for further growth, specifically in select markets as we look to deliver Turtle Beach products to an even wider audience of global gamers in 2025 and beyond.

To maintain and/or improve our competitive position in our markets we continue to focus on the following:

delivering innovative, high quality gaming headsets that provide superior game and chat audio, premium comfort, and advanced features designed to help gamers have a deeply immersive experience;
delivering innovations in speed, precision, RGB LED lighting and form factor in PC gaming keyboards, mice, and other gaming categories that can leverage those capabilities;
expanding our product lines in game controllers and gaming simulation accessories, reaching into additional categories including mobile controllers and racing simulation products;
growing our position at key retailers with products available in multiple locations throughout retailers;
investing in our ecommerce platforms to drive profitable growth by expanding customer reach, and creating differentiated customer experiences;
maintaining our strategic relationships, and continuing investment in partnerships, which we believe provide the Turtle Beach brand with a larger presence with consumers and create opportunities for retailers to carry our products; and
leveraging high-quality technical support and delivering a customer service experience that exceeds consumer expectations and drives brand loyalty.

Intellectual Property

We operate in an industry where innovation, investment in new ideas, and protection of resulting intellectual property rights are critical to success. With a 50-year history as pioneers in PC and gaming audio, Turtle Beach has a substantial base of IP assets with over 400 patents on current and future product development.

As a third-party gaming accessory company, certain technology used in gaming consoles requires a license to enable products to connect to the respective platform. Wireless connections on certain gaming console platforms require licenses and/or the purchase of proprietary chips to integrate into the locked chat audio. The Company believes it currently has the necessary licenses, as well as the ability to obtain the necessary licenses, to produce compatible products.

Supply Chain and Operations

We have a network of suppliers in Asia that manufacture products to meet the quality standards sought by our customers and our cost objectives. We have worked closely with component, manufacturing, and global logistic partners to build a supply chain that we consider dependable, scalable, and efficient to provide high-quality, reliable products employing leading cost management practices. The use of outsourced manufacturing facilities is designed to take advantage of specific expertise and allow for flexibility and scalability to respond to both seasonality and changing demands for our products.

We believe we have strong, long-term relationships with our suppliers and that, subject to the discussion in Item 1A,“Risk Factors” and Item 7, “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Liquidity and Capital Resources,” we expect to continue to be able to obtain a sufficient supply of quality products on satisfactory terms.

Retail Distribution

Our products are sold in over 40 countries by retailers such as Amazon, Argos, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart. We often have a broader assortment and more shelf space than competitors at video game and electronics retailers, which we believe reinforces the brand’s authenticity with gaming enthusiasts, and our presence in mass channel retailers enable the brand to reach a wider audience of casual gamers. Our established presence on Amazon and other online retail sites, and positive consumer product ratings on those sites, increases the search visibility of our products and helps to influence both online and in-store sales.

Turtle Beach Europe, Ltd. (“TB Europe”), located in the U.K., serves as a primary sales office for the European market and has strengthened our international operations with support for sales, marketing, customer service and distribution.

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Our website, www.turtlebeach.com, is an important focal point for our product sales and marketing efforts, serving as a destination for consumers to learn about the brands and products we sell, and as a place to maintain ongoing interactivity. Information contained on our website is not incorporated by reference herein unless specifically stated therein.

Customers

Our business customer base is comprised primarily of large retailers and distributors, both domestic and international.

Our four largest individual customers accounted for approximately 66% of our gross sales in 2025, five individual customers accounted for approximately 69% of our gross sales in 2024, and 69% of our gross sales in 2023. During 2025, our three largest customers - Walmart, Amazon, and Best Buy - each accounted for between 14% to 28% of our consolidated gross sales.

Seasonality

Our business is seasonal with a significant portion of sales and profits typically occurring around the holiday period. Historically, more than 45% of revenues are generated during the period from September through December as new products are introduced and consumers engage in holiday shopping. In addition, launches of major new online multiplayer games, and specific retailer purchasing behavior, can drive significant revenue shifts between months and quarters in a given year.

Human Capital

As of December 31, 2025, Turtle Beach had 290 employees, of which 268 were full-time salaried employees, with the remaining being contracted employees.

Corporate Culture

We are focused on creating a corporate culture of integrity and respect, with the goal of working together to drive our business to be creative, innovative, and competitive. To achieve these objectives, we have adopted and regularly communicate to our employees the following core values:

Leadership: We take initiative and lead in our respective roles. We lead by example.
Teamwork: We work as a team and value diversity. We win together and lose together.
Excellence: We take pride in our work and seek excellence in everything we do.
Integrity: We are honest, direct, and transparent in all interactions.
Innovation: We innovate to deliver better products and constantly improve every aspect of our company.
Execution: We do what we say we will do and take personal accountability for our commitments.

 

We maintain a highly collaborative company culture in which team members feel a sense of pride and that their input is sought after and valued. We believe our culture is a long-term competitive advantage for us, fuels our ability to execute, and is a critical underpinning of our employee talent strategy.

 

We are further committed to developing team members professionally by leveraging our Intellectual Capital ("IC") process. The IC process includes constructive reviews and various talent and leadership development initiatives conducted by the management team and provided throughout an employee’s career.

 

We conduct employee culture surveys annually to monitor employee engagement and satisfaction, while identifying opportunities to enhance organizational effectiveness, refine our people-focused initiatives, and support long-term talent development. We take pride in our strong team member satisfaction, and we continuously seek to ensure our employees feel valued and proud to be a part of the Turtle Beach team.

Compensation and Benefits

We provide competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees. In addition to salaries, these programs (which vary by employee level and by the country where the employees are located) include, among other items, bonuses, equity-based compensation awards, retirement plans, healthcare and insurance benefits, health savings and flexible spending accounts, paid time off, advocacy resources, flexible work schedules and employee assistance programs.

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Available Information

We make available free of charge on and through our corporate website, http://corp.turtlebeach.com, our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K, proxy statements, and all amendments to those filings as soon as reasonably practicable after such material is electronically filed with, or furnished to, the SEC. We have included the above corporate website address throughout this report as inactive textual references only. The information contained on or accessible through our corporate website is not incorporated by reference in this Annual Report and should not be considered part of this Annual Report.

In addition, the SEC maintains a website that contains reports, proxy statements, and other information about issuers, such as Turtle Beach, who file electronically within the SEC. The address of the website is www.sec.gov.

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Item 1A - Risk Factors

Set forth below is a summary of certain material risks related to an investment in our securities, which should be considered carefully in evaluating such an investment. Our business, financial condition, operating results and cash flows can be affected by a number of factors, whether currently known or unknown, including but not limited to those described below, any one or more of which could, directly or indirectly, cause the Company’s actual results of operations and financial condition to vary materially from past, or from anticipated future, results of operations and financial condition. Any of these factors, in whole or in part, could materially and adversely affect the Company’s business, financial condition, results of operations, cash flows and common stock price. Additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we currently consider immaterial may also impair our business operations.

These risk factors may be important to understanding any statement in this Annual Report on Form 10-K or elsewhere. The following information should be read in conjunction with our financial statements and related notes in Part II, Item 8, “Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” and Part II, Item 7, “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of this Report.

Because of the following factors, as well as other factors affecting the Company’s financial condition and operating results, past financial performance should not be considered to be a reliable indicator of future performance, and investors should not use historical trends to anticipate results or trends in future periods. Please also see “Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Disclosures” in the section immediately preceding Item 1 of this Report.

Risks Related to Our Operations

 

Our business has been, and continues to be, adversely impacted by inflationary pressures and potential recession concerns.

 

We are exposed to inflationary pressures affecting our costs and demand for the products we sell. In recent years, our business has been affected by global supply chain constraints and unfavorable changes in economic or political conditions in the countries and markets where we operate, resulting in heightened inflationary cost pressures. Such inflationary pressures have also been and could continue to be exacerbated by geopolitical turmoil and economic policy actions and could lead to a recessionary environment. Further, adverse changes in interest rates could lead to increases in our borrowing costs over time.

 

Inflationary pressures can also have a negative impact on demand for the products we sell. Reduced or delayed discretionary spending by consumers, specifically for consumer electronic goods, in response to inflationary pressures has reduced and could continue to reduce demand for our products, resulting in reduced sales. Our inability to adequately increase prices to offset increased costs associated with such inflationary pressures, or otherwise mitigate their impact, will increase our costs of doing business and could further reduce our margins and profitability. If such impacts are prolonged or substantial, they could necessitate impairment tests in the future or otherwise have a material negative effect on our results of operations.

 

Changes in U.S. or foreign trade policies, including the imposition of tariffs on imported goods and other trade restrictions, as well as uncertainty over such actions, may adversely impact our business and financial performance.

We obtain components and products from numerous suppliers throughout the world. Changes in laws or policies governing the terms of foreign trade, including tariffs or taxes on imports from countries where we manufacture our products could have an impact on our competitive position, business operations and financial performance. Further, if we deem it necessary to alter our activities or operations in response to such tariffs or taxes our capital and operating costs may increase. As a result, changes in trade policy and regulations in the U.S. and other countries could adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.

In 2025, the U.S. government imposed substantial tariffs and trade restrictions on certain foreign goods. In response, certain foreign governments, including China, imposed retaliatory tariffs on certain U.S. goods, which represented near-term challenges to our industry. On February 20, 2026, the United States Supreme Court held that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not authorize the President of the United States to impose tariffs, invalidating certain tariffs that had been imposed under that authority. Following this decision, policymakers have indicated that alternative statutory authorities, including provisions of the Trade Act of 1974 and other trade statutes, may be considered to impose temporary import surcharges or other trade restrictions. However, the scope, timing, and duration of any such measures remain uncertain. Significant uncertainty remains regarding the potential for new tariffs or trade restrictions to be imposed under alternative authorities, as well as how China and other countries may respond to evolving U.S. trade actions, including through previously imposed or additional retaliatory tariffs and other trade measures. These uncertainties surrounding domestic and foreign tariffs could require us to increase our prices, which could decrease demand for our products, and in certain cases, we may be unable to pass along such increased costs to our customers.

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We are actively monitoring and evaluating the development and potential impacts of tariffs on our supply chain and results of operations. We have taken steps to mitigate the effects of current and potential tariffs on our business, including ongoing cost optimization initiatives and rapid adaptation of our production strategy. However, we may not be able to fully mitigate the effects of any prolonged tariffs or trade disputes. Further, additional trade restrictions could be adopted with little to no advance notice, and we may not be able to effectively mitigate the adverse impacts from such measures.

 

We depend upon the success and availability of third-party gaming platforms and the release and availability of successful game titles to drive sales of our gaming accessories.

The performance of our gaming accessories business is affected by the continued success of the PC gaming market and third-party gaming platforms, such as Microsoft’s Xbox consoles, Sony’s PlayStation consoles and Nintendo’s Switch consoles. Our business could suffer if any of these parties fail to continue to drive the success of these platforms, develop new or enhanced video game platforms, or produce and timely release sufficient quantities of such consoles. Further, if a platform is withdrawn from the market or fails to sell, we may be forced to liquidate inventories relating to that platform or accept returns resulting in significant losses.

Our business is also affected by the continued success of third-party publishers developing and releasing game titles for current or future generation platforms. For example, the timely release of flagship titles like Grand Theft Auto VI and others have in the past helped, and in the future are expected to help, drive increased demand for our products. If such flagship titles are not released or are delayed, our results of operation may vary from past or anticipated future results of operation.

Our brands face significant competition from other consumer electronics companies and this competition could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.

 

We compete with other producers of gaming accessories, including video game console manufacturers. Our competitors may undertake more extensive marketing campaigns, adopt more aggressive pricing policies, or develop more commercially successful products for the PC and video game platforms than we do. In addition, competitors with large product lines and popular products, in particular the video game console manufacturers, typically have greater leverage with retailers, distributors and other customers, who may be willing to promote products with less consumer appeal in return for access to those competitors’ more popular products.

 

In the event that a competitor reduces prices, we could be forced to respond by lowering our prices to remain competitive. If we are forced to lower prices, we may be required to “price protect” products that remain unsold in our customers’ inventories at the time of the price reduction. Price protection results in our issuing a credit to our customers in the amount of the price reduction for each unsold unit in that customer’s inventory. Our price protection policies, which are customary in the industry, can have a major impact on our profitability.

 

The manufacture, supply and shipment of our products are subject to supply chain and logistics risks that could adversely impact our financial results.

 

We face a number of risks related to supply chain management and logistics with respect to our products. We experienced, and may in the future continue to experience, supply or labor shortages or other disruptions to our supply chain or logistics, which could result in shipping delays and increased costs, each of which could negatively impact our results, operations, product development, and sales. The extent and duration of the impact of these challenges are subject to numerous factors, including behavioral changes, wage and price costs, adoption of new or revised regulations, geopolitical turmoil and broader macroeconomic conditions.

We have experienced supply chain disruptions that resulted in significant cost increases for commodities and components used in our products, as well as component shortages that have negatively affected our sales and results of operations. We may not be able to pass along these price increases to our customers. While we have taken and continue to take measures to implement cost saving initiatives and procure and maintain levels of inventory to prioritize product availability amidst global supply chain and logistical challenges, including by working closely with our suppliers, there can be no assurance that we will be able to continue to do so. Accordingly, any future delays, disruptions, and supply and pricing risks, such as the ongoing supply chain challenges and disruptions, could affect our ability to meet customer demand for our products, which could have an adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.

 

Shipment of our products subjects us to risk of product theft and loss. The strong demand for our products and the availability of resale marketplaces for the sales of stolen goods, makes our products a target for theft. We have experienced and may continue to experience theft of our products while they are being shipped to our customers. Such theft results in inventory losses and can affect our relationships with our customers, which could have an adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.

 

The manufacture, supply and shipment of our products are dependent upon a limited number of third parties, and our success is dependent upon the ability of these parties to manufacture, supply and ship sufficient quantities of our products to us in a timely fashion, as well as the continued viability and financial stability of these third parties. In addition, many of our products use components with long

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order lead times and constrained supply. Any disruption in supply of these components could materially impact the ability of our third-party manufacturing partners to produce our products.

 

We rely on third parties to manufacture and manage the logistics of transporting and distributing our products, which subjects us to a number of risks that have been exacerbated as a result of ongoing supply chain issues. Our manufacturers’ and suppliers’ ability to supply products to us is also subject to a number of risks, including the unavailability of raw materials or components, their financial instability, damage to their facilities, work stoppages and any future public health crisis. Any shortage of raw materials or components or an inability to control costs associated with manufacturing could increase our costs or impair our ability to ship orders in a timely and cost-efficient manner. As a result, we could experience cancellations of orders, refusal to accept deliveries or a reduction in our prices and margins, any of which could harm our financial performance and results of operations.

 

We could be negatively affected if we are not able to engage third parties with the necessary capabilities or capacity on reasonable terms, or if those we engage with fail to meet their obligations (whether due to financial difficulties, manufacturing constraints, or other reasons). Moreover, there can be no assurance that such manufacturers and suppliers will not refuse to supply us at prices we deem acceptable, independently market their own competing products in the future, or otherwise discontinue their relationships with us. Our failure to maintain these existing manufacturing and supplier relationships, or to establish new relationships on similar terms in the future, could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity.

 

In particular, certain of our products have a number of components and subassemblies produced by outside suppliers. In addition, for certain of these items, we qualify only a single source of supply with long lead times, which can magnify the risk of shortages or result in excess supply or decrease our ability to negotiate price with our suppliers. Also, if we experience quality problems with suppliers, then our production schedules could be significantly delayed or costs significantly increased. Each of these factors could have an adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity.

 

In addition, the ongoing effectiveness of our supply chain is dependent on the timely performance of services by third parties shipping products and materials to and from our warehouse facilities and other locations. The factors that can adversely affect aspects of our supply chain include, but are not limited to, interruptions and disruptions to the delivery capabilities of our third-party shipping partners, fluctuating transportation costs, delays in the delivery of shipments, increased inventory loss due to organized crime, theft or damage, and adverse weather conditions. If we encounter problems with these shipments, our ability to meet retailer expectations, manage inventory, complete sales and achieve objectives for operating efficiencies could be materially adversely affected, and we may be required to incur materially higher costs for shipping, including air freight. We have experienced and may in the future experience disruptions in our supply chain as a result of the failure of third parties to meet our standards or commitments. If we fail to manage risks affecting our supply chain capabilities, we could experience a material adverse impact on our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity.

The industries in which we operate are subject to competition in an environment of rapid technological change, and if we do not adapt to, and appropriately allocate our resources among, emerging technologies, our revenues could be negatively affected.

 

We must make substantial product development and other investments to align our product portfolio and development efforts in response to market changes in the gaming industry. We must anticipate and adapt our products to emerging technologies in order to keep those products competitive. When we choose to incorporate a new technology into our products or to develop a product for a new platform or operating system, we are often required to make a substantial investment prior to the introduction of the product. If we invest in the development of a new technology or a product for a new platform that does not achieve significant commercial success, our revenues from those products likely will be lower than anticipated and may not cover our costs. Further, our competitors may develop or adapt to an emerging technology more quickly or effectively than we do, creating products that are technologically superior to ours, more appealing to consumers, or both.

 

New and emerging technologies and alternate platforms for gaming, such as mobile devices and virtual reality devices, could make our products, generally designed for existing console and PC gaming platforms less attractive or, in time, obsolete, which could require us to transition our business model, such as by developing products for other gaming platforms.

 

There are numerous steps required to develop a product from conception to commercial introduction and to ensure timely shipment to retail customers, including designing, sourcing and testing the electronic components, receiving approval from hardware and other third-party licensors, factory availability and manufacturing and designing the graphics and packaging. Any difficulties or delays in the product development process will likely result in delays in the contemplated product introduction schedule. It is common in new product introductions or product updates to encounter technical and other difficulties affecting manufacturing efficiency and, at times, the ability to manufacture the product at all. Although these difficulties can be corrected or improved over time with continued manufacturing experience and engineering efforts, if one or more aspects necessary for the introduction of products are not completed as scheduled, or if technical difficulties take longer than anticipated to overcome, the product introductions will be delayed, or in some cases may be terminated. No assurances can be given that our products will be introduced in a timely fashion, and if new products are delayed, our sales and revenue growth may be limited or impaired.

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A significant portion of our revenue is derived from a few large customers, and the loss of any such customer, or a significant reduction in purchases by such customer, could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.

 

During 2025, our four largest retail customers accounted for approximately 66% of our gross sales in the aggregate. The loss of, or financial difficulties experienced by, any of these or any of our other significant customers, including as a result of the bankruptcy of a customer, could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity. We do not have long-term agreements with these or other significant customers and our agreements with these customers do not require them to purchase any specific amount of products. Many of our customers generally purchase from us on a purchase order basis. As a result, agreements with respect to pricing, returns, cooperative advertising or special promotions, among other things, are subject to periodic negotiation with each customer. No assurance can be given that these or other customers will continue to do business with us or that they will maintain their historical levels of business. In addition, the uncertainty of product orders can make it difficult to forecast our sales and allocate our resources in a manner consistent with actual sales, and our expense levels are based in part on our expectations of future sales. If our expectations regarding future sales are inaccurate, we may be unable to reduce costs in a timely manner to adjust for sales shortfalls or ensure adequate product supply to meet customer demand. In addition, financial difficulties experienced by a significant customer could increase our exposure to uncollectible receivables and the risk that losses from uncollected receivables exceed the reserves we have set aside in anticipation of this risk or limit our ability to continue to do business with such customers.

 

If our marketing efforts do not effectively raise the recognition and reputation of our brands, we may not be able to successfully implement our gaming accessory growth strategy.

 

We believe that our ability to extend the recognition and favorable perception of our brand is critical to implement our gaming accessory growth strategy, which includes maintaining our strong position in console gaming headsets and building our brand recognition and product appeal in controllers, simulation accessories and PC gaming headsets, keyboards, and mice as well as in additional new categories over time. These efforts cause us to incur significant marketing costs; however, these expenditures may not result in an increase in net sales that is sufficient to cover such costs.

 

If we fail to build and maintain our brands, or if we incur significant expenses in an unsuccessful attempt to build and maintain our brands, our business and ability to implement our growth strategy may be harmed.

 

Turtle Beach relies on its partnerships with influencers and esports teams to expand our market and promote our products, and our marketing and promotion partners may not perform to our expectations.

 

Relationships with new and established influencers and esports teams have been, and will continue to be, important to our success. We rely on these partners to assist us in generating increased acceptance and use of our product offerings. We have established a number of these relationships, and our growth depends in part on establishing new relationships and maintaining existing ones. Certain partners may not view their relationships with us as significant to their own businesses, and they may reassess their commitment to us or decide to partner with our competitors in the future. We cannot guarantee that any partner will perform their obligations as agreed or that we will be able to specifically enforce any agreement with them. If any partner does not perform consistent with our agreements, we may be subject to negative or adverse publicity and other reputational risks, including the risk of unfavorable perception on social media or other platforms. Additionally, our failure to maintain and expand these relationships may adversely impact our future revenue.

Our net sales and operating income fluctuate on a seasonal basis and decreases in sales or margins during peak seasons could have a disproportionate effect on our overall financial condition and results of operations.

A significant portion of our annual revenues are generated during the holiday season between September and December. If we do not accurately forecast demand for products, we could incur additional costs or experience manufacturing delays. Any shortfall in net sales during this period would cause our annual results of operations to suffer significantly.

Demand for our products depends on many factors such as consumer preferences and the introduction or adoption of game platforms and related content and can be difficult to forecast. If we misjudge the demand for our products, we could face the following problems in our operations, each of which could harm our operating results:

If our forecasts of demand for products are too high, we may accumulate excess inventories of products, which could lead to markdown allowances or write-offs affecting some or all of such excess inventories. We may also have to adjust the prices of our existing products to reduce such excess inventories;
If demand for specific products increases beyond what we forecast, our suppliers and third-party manufacturers may not be able to increase production or obtain required components quickly enough to meet the demand. Our failure to meet market demand may lead to missed opportunities to increase our base of customers, damage our relationships with retailers or harm our business; and
The on-going transition to new console platforms increases the likelihood that we could fail to accurately forecast demand for headsets, controllers, simulation hardware, and other gaming accessories for these platforms.

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Our results of operations and financial condition may be adversely affected by global business, political, operational, financial and economic conditions.

We face business, political, operational, financial and economic risks inherent in international business, many of which are beyond our control, including:

higher product component costs and higher transportation and logistics costs driven by increasing rates of inflation globally;
changes in consumer discretionary spending and preferences driven by increasing rates of inflation and concerns about global economic outlook;
trade restrictions, higher tariffs, currency fluctuations or the imposition of additional regulations relating to the import or export of our products, especially in China, where many of our Turtle Beach products are manufactured, which could force us to seek alternate manufacturing sources or increase our costs;
volatility in the global economy, including a potential recession, and increased trade tensions with U.S. trading partners;
difficulties obtaining domestic and foreign export, import and other governmental approvals, permits and licenses, and compliance with foreign laws, which could halt, interrupt or delay our operations if we cannot obtain such approvals, permits and licenses;
compliance with anti-corruption laws, including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act of 1977, the U.K. Bribery Act 2010, the European Union Anti-Corruption Act and other similar laws, or non-compliance with such laws, which could subject us to trade sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control, the U.S. Department of Commerce and equivalent foreign entities;
difficulties encountered by our international distributors or us in staffing and managing foreign operations or international sales, including higher labor costs and tightening of the overall labor markets;
compliance by third-party suppliers, manufacturers and their subcontractors with our Manufacturer Code of Conduct and other applicable compliance policies;
transportation delays and difficulties of managing international distribution channels;
longer payment cycles for, and greater difficulty collecting, accounts receivable;
political and economic instability, including wars, terrorism, political unrest, boycotts, curtailment of trade and other business restrictions, any of which could materially and adversely affect our net sales and results of operations;
public health issues, such as a widespread outbreak of an illness, pandemic, communicable disease, or any other public health crisis that results in economic or trade disruptions, including the disruption of global supply chains; and
natural disasters or adverse or extreme weather conditions.

 

Any of these factors could reduce our net sales, decrease our gross margins, increase our expenses or reduce our profitability. Should we establish our own operations in international territories where we currently rely on distributors, we will become subject to greater risks associated with operating outside of the United States.

 

The electronics industry in general has historically been characterized by a high degree of volatility and is subject to substantial and unpredictable variations resulting from changing business cycles. Our operating results will be subject to fluctuations based on general economic conditions, and in particular conditions that impact discretionary consumer spending. Downturns in the worldwide economy could adversely affect our business. We have and could experience a reduction in demand for our products or a lengthening of consumer replacement schedules for our products. Reduced demand for these products could result in further decreases in our average selling prices and product sales. A deterioration of current conditions in worldwide credit markets could limit our ability to obtain financing. A lack of available credit in financial markets may adversely affect the ability of our commercial customers to finance purchases and operations and could result in a decrease in orders or spending for our products as well as create supplier disruptions. We are unable to predict the likely duration and severity of any adverse economic conditions and disruptions in financial markets and the effects they will have on our business and its financial condition. Difficult economic conditions may also result in a higher rate of losses on our accounts receivable due to defaults or bankruptcies. As a result, a downturn in the worldwide economy could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations or financial condition.

If we fail to maintain an effective system of disclosure controls and internal control over financial reporting, our ability to produce timely and accurate financial statements or comply with applicable laws and regulations could be adversely impacted.

Effective internal controls are necessary to provide reliable financial reports and to assist in the effective prevention of fraud. Any inability to provide reliable financial reports or prevent fraud could harm our business. The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 requires, among other things, that we evaluate our systems and processes and test our internal controls over financial reporting to allow management and our independent registered public accounting firm, as applicable, to report on the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting.

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A material weakness is a deficiency or combination of deficiencies in our internal control over financial reporting such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of our consolidated financial statements would not be prevented or detected on a timely basis. If we experience a material weakness or otherwise fail to maintain an effective system of internal control in the future, we may not be able to accurately or timely report our financial condition or results of operations. Any failure to maintain effective disclosure controls and internal control over financial reporting could have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition, and results of operations.

In connection with preparing the financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2024, we identified material weaknesses in our internal controls related to revenue recognition including deficiencies in the design and implementation of certain controls over our supply chain, particularly with respect to controls to timely detect and prevent the misappropriation of inventory that was in-transit to customers and management oversight of our third-party ordering process service provider. These design deficiencies resulted in the failure to timely detect and prevent the misappropriation of $3.4 million of inventory that was in-transit to customers for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024. These material weaknesses in our internal controls did not result in any material misstatements in these financial statements or omissions in our previously reported financial statements. These material weaknesses were remediated as of December 31, 2025.

As of December 31, 2025, we did identify a material weakness in the operation of certain Information Technology (“IT”) general controls (“ITGCs”) as more fully described in Item 9A, “Control Procedures” of this Form 10-K. The material weakness did not result in any identified misstatements to the consolidated financial statements and there were no changes to previously issued financial statements. We are in process of remediating this material weakness.

If we are not able to remediate any identified material weakness or otherwise comply with the requirements of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, or if we or our independent registered public accounting firm identifies further deficiencies in our internal control over financial reporting that are deemed to be material weaknesses, investors could lose confidence in the accuracy and completeness of our financial reports, the market price of our common stock could decline and we could be subject to sanctions, investigations by the Nasdaq Stock Market, the SEC or other regulatory authorities, or shareholder litigation.

Our business could be negatively affected as a result of actions of activist stockholders.

While we strive to maintain constructive communications with our stockholders, activist stockholders have and may, from time to time, engage in proxy solicitations or advance shareholder proposals, or otherwise attempt to effect changes and assert influence on our Board and management. Perceived uncertainties as to the future direction or governance of the Company may cause concern to our current or potential regulators, vendors or strategic partners, or make it more difficult to execute on our strategy or to attract and retain qualified personnel, which may have a material impact on our business and operating results.

The Company has entered into a Rights Agreement, and if the holders exercise their share purchase rights under such agreement, it could materially adversely affect the price of our common stock and cause dilution to our existing stockholders.

On June 8, 2025, the Board of Directors of the Company approved and adopted a Rights Agreement, dated June 9, 2025 (the “Rights Agreement”), entered into with Direct Transfer, LLC, as Rights Agent. Pursuant to the Rights Agreement, the Board declared a dividend of one preferred share purchase right (each, a “Right”) for each outstanding share of common stock of the Company. The Rights were distributable to stockholders of record as of the close of business on June 23, 2025 (the “Record Date”). One Right will also be issued with respect to (i) each share of common stock that the holders of the Company’s prefunded warrants outstanding as of the close of business on the Record Date would be entitled to acquire upon complete exercise thereof and (ii) each share of common stock issued by the Company after the Record Date, but before the Distribution Date (as defined in the Rights Agreement) (or the earlier redemption or expiration of the Rights) and, in certain circumstances, after the Distribution Date.

The Rights Agreement imposes a significant penalty upon any person or group that acquires beneficial ownership of ten percent (10%) or more of our common stock without the approval of the Board of Directors. As a result, the overall effect of the Rights Agreement and the issuance of the Rights may be to render more difficult or discourage a merger, tender or exchange offer or other business combination involving the Company that is not approved by the Board of Directors. The Rights Agreement is not intended to interfere with any merger, tender or exchange offer or other business combination approved by the Board of Directors, nor does the Rights Agreement prevent the Board of Directors from considering whether an offer is in the best interest of its stockholders.

The Rights have certain anti-takeover effects, including potentially discouraging a takeover that stockholders may consider favorable. The Rights will cause substantial dilution to a person or group that attempts to acquire us on terms not approved by the Board of Directors. The Rights and the Rights Agreement will expire on the earliest to occur of (i) the date on which all of the Rights are redeemed, (ii) the date on which the Rights are exchanged, and (iii) the close of business on June 9, 2026.

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Risks Related to our Intellectual Property and Other Legal Matters

Our competitive position will be adversely damaged if our products are found to infringe on the intellectual property rights of others.

 

Other companies and our competitors may currently own or obtain patents or other proprietary rights that might prevent, limit or interfere with our ability to make, use or sell our products. Although we do not believe that our products infringe the proprietary rights of any third parties, we have received notices of alleged infringement in the past and there can be no assurance that infringement or other legal claims will not be asserted against us in the future or that we will not be found to infringe the intellectual property rights of others. The electronics industry is characterized by vigorous protection and pursuit of intellectual property rights and positions, resulting in significant and often protracted and expensive litigation. In the event of a successful claim of infringement against us and our failure or inability to license the infringed technology, our business and operating results could be adversely affected. Any litigation or claims, whether or not valid, could result in substantial costs and diversion of our resources. An adverse result from intellectual property litigation could cause us to do one or more of the following:

cease selling, incorporating or using products or services that incorporate the challenged intellectual property;
obtain a license from the holder of the infringed intellectual property right, which license may not be available on reasonable terms, if at all; and/or
redesign products or services that incorporate the disputed technology.

 

If we take any of the foregoing actions, we could face substantial costs and shipment delays and our business could be seriously harmed. Although we carry general liability insurance, our insurance may not cover claims of this type or may be inadequate to insure us for all liability that may be imposed.

 

In addition, it is possible that our customers or end users may seek indemnity from us in the event that our products are found or alleged to infringe the intellectual property rights of others. Any such claim for indemnity could result in substantial costs to us that could adversely impact our operating results.

 

If we are unable to obtain and maintain intellectual property rights and/or enforce those rights against third parties who are violating those rights, our business could suffer.

 

We rely on various intellectual property rights, including patents, trademarks, trade secrets and trade dress to protect our Turtle Beach, Victrix and other brand names, reputation, product appearance, and technology. Although we have entered into confidentiality and invention assignment agreements with our employees and contractors, and nondisclosure agreements with selected parties with whom we conduct business to limit access to and disclosure of our proprietary information, these contractual arrangements and the other steps we have taken to protect our intellectual property may not prevent misappropriation of that intellectual property or deter independent third-party development of similar technologies. Monitoring the unauthorized use of proprietary technology and trademarks is costly, and any dispute or other litigation, regardless of outcome, may be costly and time consuming and may divert the attention of management and key personnel from our business operations. The steps taken by us may not prevent unauthorized use of proprietary technology or trademarks. Many features of our products are not protected by patents; we may not have the legal right to prevent others from reverse engineering or otherwise copying and using these features in competitive products. If we fail to protect or to enforce our intellectual property rights successfully, our competitive position could suffer, which could adversely affect our financial results.

 

We are susceptible to counterfeiting of our products, which may harm our reputation for producing high-quality products and force us to incur expenses in enforcing our intellectual property rights. Such claims and lawsuits can be expensive to resolve, require substantial management time and resources, and may not provide a satisfactory or timely result, any of which may harm our results of operations. As some of our products are sold internationally, we are also dependent on the laws of many countries to protect and enforce our intellectual property rights. These laws may not protect intellectual property rights to the same extent or in the same manner as the laws of the United States.

 

Further, we are party to licenses that grant us rights to intellectual property, including trademarks, which are necessary or useful to our business. One or more of our licensors may allege that we have breached our license agreement with them, and seek to terminate our license. If successful, this could result in our loss of the right to use the licensed intellectual property, which could adversely affect our ability to commercialize our technologies or products, as well as harm our competitive business position and our business prospects.

 

Our success also depends in part on our ability to obtain and enforce intellectual property protection of our technology, particularly our patents. There is no guarantee any patent will be granted on any patent application that we have filed or may file. Claims allowed from existing or pending patents may not be of sufficient scope or strength to protect the economic value of our technologies. Further, any patent that we may obtain will expire at some point, and it is possible that it may be challenged, invalidated or circumvented even prior to expiration.

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We may initiate claims or litigation against third parties in the future for infringement of our proprietary rights or to determine the scope and validity of our proprietary rights or the proprietary rights of our competitors. These claims could result in costly litigation and divert the efforts of our technical and management personnel. As a result, our operating results could be adversely affected and our financial condition could be negatively impacted.

We are dependent upon third-party intellectual property to manufacture some of our products.

 

The performance of certain technologies used in new generation consoles, such as integrated voice and chat audio from the Xbox

platforms are improved by a licensed component to ensure compatibility with our products.

 

While we currently believe that we have the necessary licenses, or can obtain the necessary licenses, in order to produce compatible products, there is no guarantee that our licenses will be renewed or granted in the first instance in the future. Moreover, if gaming platform manufacturers enter into license agreements with other companies for their “closed systems” or if we are unable to obtain sufficient quantities of headset adapters or chips, we would be placed at a competitive disadvantage.

 

For example, in order for certain of our headsets to connect to the Xbox platforms’ advanced features and controls, a proprietary computer chip or wireless module is required. As a result, with respect to our products designed for the Xbox platforms, we are currently reliant on Microsoft or their designated supplier to provide us with sufficient quantities of such chips and/or modules. If we are unable to obtain sufficient quantities of these chips and/or modules, sales of such Xbox platform compatible headsets and consequently our revenues would be adversely affected.

 

We are licensed and approved by Microsoft to develop and sell Xbox platform compatible audio products pursuant to a license agreement under which we have the right to manufacture (including through third-party manufacturers), market and sell audio products for the Xbox platform video game console. Our current Xbox platform headsets are dependent on this license, and headsets for future Xbox consoles may also be dependent on this license. Microsoft has the right to terminate that license under certain circumstances set forth in the agreement. Should that license be terminated, our headset offerings may be limited, which could significantly reduce our revenues.

 

While the Company believes it currently has the necessary licenses, or can obtain the necessary licenses to produce compatible products, Microsoft, Nintendo, Sony and other third-party gaming platform manufacturers may control or limit our ability to manufacture headsets and controllers compatible with their platforms, and could cause unanticipated delays in the release of our products as well as increases to projected development, manufacturing, licensing, marketing or distribution costs, any of which could negatively impact our business.

We are dependent on license agreements with third-parties for the sale of some of our products.

We expect to generate significant revenue from the sale of products manufactured under license agreements which grant us the right to use third-party intellectual property and branding in the marketing of such products. Our license agreements typically provide that our licensors own the intellectual property rights used in the branding and marketing of the products designed and sold under the license. As a result, upon termination of such a license, we would no longer have the right to sell these products, while our licensors could engage a competitor to do so. We believe our ability to retain our license agreements depends, in large part, on the strength of our relationships with our licensors.

The termination or failure to renew one or more of these third-party license agreements, or the renewal of a license agreement on less favorable terms, could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. While we may enter into additional license agreements in the future, the terms of such license agreements may be less favorable than the terms of our existing license agreements.

Risks Related to Liquidity

We depend upon the availability of capital under our revolving credit facility and term loan to finance our operations. Any additional financing that we may need may not be available on favorable terms, or at all.

 

In addition to cash flow generated from operations, we have financed our operations with a revolving credit facility (the “Credit Facility”) and a term loan (the “Term Loan Facility”), each of which is secured and asset-based, and each provided by Bank of America as Administrative Agent, Swingline Lender and L/C Issuer. If we are unable to comply with the financial and other covenants contained in the Credit Facility and Term Loan Facility (the documents containing such covenants, the “Loan Documents”)and are unable to obtain a waiver under the Loan Documents for such default, Bank of America may declare any outstanding borrowings under the Credit Facility or Term Loan Facility, as applicable, immediately due and payable. Such an event would have an immediate and material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, and financial condition. We could be required to obtain additional financing from other sources, and we cannot predict

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whether or on what terms, if any, additional financing might be available. If we were required to seek additional financing and were unable to obtain it, we might need to change our business and capital expenditure plans, which may have a materially adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. In addition, because the obligations under both the Credit Facility and Term Loan Facility are secured by a first-priority lien on substantially all of our assets, any debt under the Credit Facility and Term Loan Facility could limit our ability to obtain other debt financing in the future.

 

The Loan Documents contain certain financial covenants and other restrictions that we are obligated to maintain. If we violate any of these covenants and are unable to timely cure such violation or obtain a waiver from our lenders, we would be in default under the applicable Loan Documents. These covenants include restrictions that limit our ability, among other things, to incur certain additional indebtedness; pay dividends and repurchase stock; make certain investments and other payments; enter into certain mergers or consolidations; undergo certain changes of control of our Company or Board of Directors; engage in sale and leaseback transactions and transactions with affiliates; and encumber and dispose of assets that secure the Credit Facility and Term Loan Facility. These covenants also require us to maintain certain financial ratios and EBITDA levels during specified periods.

 

If a default occurs under any of our Loan Documents and is not timely cured or waived, Bank of America could seek remedies against us, including termination or suspension of obligations to make loans and issue letters of credit, and acceleration of amounts then outstanding under the applicable Loan Documents. No assurance can be given that we will be able to maintain compliance with these covenants in the future.

 

The Credit Facility and the Term Loan Facility, which are asset-based and secured by substantially the same collateral, can only be drawn down in an amount to which eligible collateral exists and can be negatively impacted by extended collection of accounts receivable, unexpectedly high product returns and slow-moving inventory, among other factors. We have granted the lender a first-priority lien against substantially all of our assets, including trade accounts receivable and inventories. Failure to comply with the operating restrictions or financial covenants could result in the lender terminating or suspending its obligation to make loans and issue letters of credit to us.

 

Additionally, a significant downturn in demand for our products or a reduction in gross margins could have an adverse effect on our result of operations and on our ability to obtain financing generally.

The Loan Documents provide our lender with a lien against substantially all of our working capital assets, including trade accounts receivable, inventories, and intellectual property and contain certain restrictions on our ability to take certain actions.

We have granted Bank of America a lien against substantially all of our working capital assets, including trade accounts receivable, inventories and our intellectual property. Failure to comply with the operating restrictions or financial or other covenants in the Loan Documents could result in a default which could cause Bank of America to accelerate the timing of payments and exercise their lien on substantially all of our working capital and other assets.

General Risk Factors

The market price of our common stock may continue to fluctuate significantly.

We cannot predict the prices at which our common stock may trade. The market price of our common stock has fluctuated and may continue to fluctuate widely, depending on many factors, some of which may be beyond our control, including but not limited to:

actual or anticipated fluctuations in our operating results due to factors related to our business;
success or failure of our business strategy;
the success of third-party gaming platforms and certain game titles to drive sales;
our quarterly or annual earnings, or those of other companies in our industry;
changes in earnings estimates by securities analysts or our ability to meet those estimates;
our ability to execute transformation, restructuring and realignment actions;
the announcement and integration of any acquisitions we may make;
the operating and stock price performance of other comparable companies;
factors outside our control affecting interactive gaming, entertainment and/or technology companies generally;
actions of or engagement with stockholder activists;
comments by securities analysts or other third parties, including in articles, letters and other media;
speculation in the press about the future of our Company or our industry;

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overall market fluctuations; and
general economic conditions and other external factors.

 

Stock markets in general have experienced volatility that has often been unrelated to the operating performance of a particular company. These broad market fluctuations could adversely affect the trading price of our common stock. These fluctuations may also cause short sellers to periodically enter the market on the belief that we may experience worse results in the future. We cannot predict the actions of market participants and, therefore, can offer no assurances that the market for our common stock will be stable or appreciate over time.

 

If we are unable to protect our information systems against service interruption, misappropriation of data, cyber-attacks or other or breaches of security, our operations could be disrupted, our reputation may be damaged, and we may be financially liable for damages.

 

We rely heavily on information systems, including a full range of retail, financial, sourcing and merchandising systems, to manage our operations. We regularly make investments to upgrade, enhance or replace these systems, as well as leverage new technologies to support our growth strategies. In addition, we have implemented enterprise-wide initiatives that are intended to standardize business processes and optimize performance. Any delays or difficulties in transitioning to new systems or integrating them with current systems or the failure to implement our initiatives in an orderly and timely fashion could result in additional investment of time and resources, which could impair our ability to improve existing operations and support future growth, and ultimately have a material adverse effect on our business.

 

The reliability and capacity of our information systems are critical. Despite preventative efforts, our systems are vulnerable to damage or interruption from, among other things, natural disasters, extreme weather conditions, technical malfunctions, inadequate systems capacity, human error, malfeasance, power outages, computer viruses and security breaches. Any disruptions affecting our information systems could have a material adverse effect on our business. In addition, any failure to maintain adequate system security controls to protect our computer assets and sensitive data, including associate and client data, from unauthorized access, disclosure or use could damage our reputation with our associates and our clients, exposing us to financial liability, legal proceedings (such as class action lawsuits) by affected individuals, customers, manufacturers or business partners, and/or regulatory action. While we have implemented measures to prevent security breaches and cyber incidents, our preventative measures and incident response efforts may not be entirely effective. As a result, we may not be able to immediately detect any security breaches, which may increase the losses that we would suffer. Further, remote working arrangements increase the risk of cybersecurity attacks and data breaches, particularly through phishing attempts, as our employees and third parties with whom we interact leverage our IT infrastructure in previously unanticipated ways. Finally, our ability to continue to operate our business without significant interruption in the event of a disaster or other disruption depends, in part, on the ability of our information systems to operate in accordance with our disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

 

Our reliance on information systems and other technology also gives rise to cybersecurity risks, including security breach, espionage, system disruption, theft and inadvertent release of information. The occurrence of any of these events could compromise our networks, and the information stored there could be accessed, publicly disclosed, lost or stolen. Any such access, disclosure or other loss of information could result in legal claims or proceedings, liability or regulatory penalties under laws protecting the privacy of personal information, disrupt operations, and damage our reputation, which could adversely affect our business. In addition, as security threats continue to evolve, we may need to invest additional resources to protect the security of our systems.

We currently use limited traditional and generative AI solutions for certain functions as licensed software in a secured environment. We may incorporate additional AI solutions into our IT systems in the future, and these solutions may become important in our operations over time. The ever-increasing use and evolution of technology, including cloud-based computing and AI, creates opportunities for the potential loss or misuse of data that we use to run our business, and unintentional dissemination of confidential information stored in our or our third party providers’ systems, which may result in significantly increased business and security costs, a damaged reputation, administrative penalties, or costs related to defending legal claims. Our competitors or other third parties may incorporate AI into their IT systems and financial services operations more quickly or more successfully than us, which could impair our ability to compete effectively and adversely affect our operating results.

 

We are subject to laws and regulations relating to data privacy, data protection, and other related matters, which are subject to change, and our failure to comply could negatively affect our business and reputation.

We are subject to a variety of laws and regulations with respect to data privacy, data protection and other related matters, including the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act, other state privacy laws within the United States, and the European Union General Data Protection Regulation. These laws and the regulations associated therewith have evolved significantly in recent years, and future laws and regulations in other jurisdictions in which our business operates may be enacted. In addition, the application and interpretation of these laws and regulations are often unpredictable and uncertain.

Compliance with existing and emerging data privacy laws, regulations, industry standards and disclosures could result in increased compliance costs and/or lead to changes in our business practices and policies, and any failure to abide by these laws, regulations and industry

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standards could adversely affect our reputation, lead to public enforcement actions or private litigation against us, require additional investment in resources or personnel, and reduce the availability of previously useful data, any of which could materially and adversely affect our business, operating results and financial condition.

We have been party to stockholder litigation, and in the future could be party to additional stockholder litigation, which could harm our business, financial condition and operating results.

We have had, and may continue to have, actions brought against us by stockholders based on past transactions, changes in our stock price or other matters. Any such claims, whether or not resolved in our favor, could divert our management and other resources from the operation of our business and otherwise result in unexpected and substantial expenses that would adversely and materially impact our business, financial condition and operating results.

 

Loss of our key management and other personnel could impact our business.

 

Our future success depends largely upon the continued service of our executive officers and other key management and technical personnel and on our ability to continue to attract, retain and motivate qualified personnel. In addition, competition for skilled and non-skilled employees among technology companies is intense, and the loss of skilled or non-skilled employees or an inability to attract, retain and motivate additional skilled and non-skilled employees required for the operation and expansion of our business could hinder our ability to conduct research activities successfully, develop new products, attract customers and meet customer shipments.

 

Our business could be adversely affected by significant movements in foreign currency exchange rates.

 

We are exposed to fluctuations in foreign currency transaction exchange rates, particularly with respect to the Euro and the British Pound. Any significant change in the value of currencies of the countries in which we do business relative to the value of the U.S. dollar could affect our ability to sell products competitively and control our cost structure. Additionally, we are subject to foreign exchange translation risk due to changes in the value of foreign currencies in relation to our reporting currency, the U.S. dollar. The translation risk is primarily concentrated in the exchange rate between the U.S. dollar and the British Pound. As the U.S. dollar fluctuates against other currencies in which we transact business, revenue and income could be impacted.

Any acquisitions we pursue could disrupt our business and harm our financial condition and results of operations.

As part of our business strategy, we review and intend to continue to review acquisition opportunities that we believe would be advantageous or complementary to the development of our business. If we make any acquisitions, we could take any or all of the following actions, any one of which could adversely affect our business, financial condition, results of operations or the price of our common stock:

use a significant portion of our available cash;
require a significant devotion of management’s time and resources in the pursuit or consummation of such acquisition;
incur debt, which may not be available to us on favorable terms and may adversely affect our liquidity;
issue equity or equity-based securities that would dilute existing stockholders’ ownership percentage;
assume contingent and other liabilities; and
take charges in connection with such acquisitions.

Acquisitions also entail numerous other risks, including, without limitation: difficulties in assimilating acquired operations, products, technologies and personnel; unanticipated costs; risks of entering markets in which we have limited or no prior experience; regulatory approvals; unanticipated costs or liabilities; and potential loss of key employees from either our existing business or the acquired organization. Acquisitions may result in accounting charges for restructuring and other expenses, amortization of purchased technology and intangible assets and stock-based compensation expense, any of which could materially and adversely affect our operating results. We may not be able to realize the anticipated synergies, innovation, operational efficiencies, and benefits of the acquisition or successfully integrate with our existing business the businesses, products, technologies or personnel that we acquire, and our failure to do so could harm our business and operating results.

Our products may be subject to warranty claims, product liability and product recalls.

 

We may be subject to product liability or warranty claims that could result in significant direct or indirect costs, or we could experience greater returns from retailers than expected, which could harm our net sales. The occurrence of any quality problems due to defects in our products could make us liable for damages and warranty claims in excess of any existing reserves. In addition to the risk of direct costs to correct any defects, warranty claims, product recalls or other problems, any negative publicity related to the perceived quality of our products could also affect our brand image, decrease retailer and distributor demand and our operating results and financial condition could be

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adversely affected. Changes in production levels or processes could result in increased manufacturing errors, as well as higher component, manufacturing and shipping costs, all of which could reduce our profit margins, result in prices increases and harm our relationships with retailers and consumers.

 

We could incur unanticipated expenses in connection with warranty or product liability claims relating to a recall of one or more of our products, which could require significant expenditures to defend. Additionally, we may be required to comply with governmental requirements to remedy the defect and/or notify consumers of the problem that could lead to unanticipated expense, and possible product liability litigation against a customer or us.

Changes in laws or regulations or the manner of their interpretation or enforcement could adversely impact our financial performance and restrict our ability to operate our business or execute our strategies.

We are subject to numerous domestic and foreign laws and regulations, including those related to customs, securities, consumer protection, data privacy, general employment and employee health and safety. New laws or regulations, changes in existing laws or regulations or the manner of their interpretation or enforcement, may create uncertainty, increase our cost of doing business and restrict our ability to operate our business or execute our strategies. This could include, among other things, compliance costs and enforcement under the provisions of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act related to disclosure and reporting requirements for companies that use “conflict” minerals originating from the Democratic Republic of Congo or adjoining countries. Additionally, the California Consumer Privacy Act and EU & UK General Data Protection Regulation have significantly affected how we are able to market our products. The SEC has also enacted or proposed significant changes to its regulations in recent years that impact our operations associated with being a public company.

 

We continually evaluate and monitor developments with respect to new and proposed laws, regulations, standards and rules and the enforcement thereof and cannot predict or estimate the amount of the additional costs we may incur due to these laws, regulations, standards and rules or the timing of such costs. Further, there may be additional changes in United States federal laws and the enforcement thereof under the new presidential administration. Any such new or changed laws, regulations, standards and rules may be subject to varying interpretations and as a result, their application in practice may evolve over time as new guidance is provided by regulatory authorities and governing bodies. This could result in continuing uncertainty regarding compliance matters and higher costs necessitated by ongoing revisions to disclosure and governance practices. We are committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and public disclosure. If our efforts to comply with new or changed laws, regulations and standards differ from the activities intended by regulatory authorities or governing bodies due to ambiguities related to practice, regulatory authorities may initiate legal proceedings against us, and we may be harmed.

We are subject to various environmental laws and regulations that could impose substantial costs on us and may adversely affect our business, operating results and financial condition.

Our operations and some of our products are regulated under various federal, state, local and international environmental laws. In addition, regulatory bodies in many of the jurisdictions in which we operate propose, enact and amend environmental laws and regulations on a regular basis. If we were to violate or become liable under these environmental laws, we could be required to incur additional costs to comply with such regulations and may incur fines and civil or criminal sanctions, third-party property damage or personal injury claims, or could be required to incur substantial investigation or remediation costs. Liability under environmental laws may be joint and several and without regard to comparative fault. The ultimate costs under environmental laws and the timing of these costs are difficult to predict. Although we cannot predict the ultimate impact of any new environmental laws and regulations, such laws may result in additional costs or decreased revenue and could require that we redesign or change how we manufacture our products, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our business. Additionally, to the extent that our competitors choose not to abide by these environmental laws and regulations, we may be at a cost disadvantage, thereby hindering our ability to effectively compete in the marketplace.

Our goals and disclosures related to environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) matters have and will likely continue to result in additional costs and risks to us, which may adversely affect our reputation, employee retention, and willingness of our customers and partners to do business with us.

We have set ESG goals and are enhancing related disclosure of goals, progress, and other matters relating to ESG.

Our ability to set and achieve ESG goals and initiatives is subject to numerous risks including, among others: (a) the availability and cost of limiting, eliminating or tracking our use of carbon-based energy sources and technologies, (b) evolving regulatory requirements affecting ESG standards or disclosures, including those related to greenhouse gas emissions tracking and disclosure, (c) our ability to partner with providers that can meet our sustainability, diversity, and other standards, (d) our ability to recruit, develop, and retain diverse talent, (e) the impact of our organic growth and acquisitions or dispositions of businesses or operations on our ESG goals, and (f) customers’ actual demand for ESG-oriented product offerings, which may be more expensive and less available than other options. Similarly, our failure or

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perceived failure to pursue or fulfill our goals, targets and objectives or to satisfy various reporting standards within the timelines we announce, or at all, could also have similar negative impacts and expose us to government enforcement actions and private litigation.

Further, our disclosure related to ESG goals and practices may not meet evolving stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements. Our selection of disclosure frameworks that seek to align with various reporting standards may change from time to time, including in response to new disclosure requirements or regulations. These changes result in a lack of consistent or meaningful comparative data from period to period and/or revisions to our ESG goals or reported progress in achieving such goals.

If our ESG practices do not meet evolving investor or other stakeholder expectations and standards or regulatory requirements, then our reputation, our ability to attract or retain employees and our attractiveness as an investment, business partner or acquiror could be negatively impacted.

 

Our variable rate indebtedness will subject us to interest rate risk, which could cause our annual debt service obligations to increase significantly.

Borrowings under our Credit Facility will be at variable rates of interest, which expose us to interest rate risk. If interest rates increase, our debt service obligations on the variable rate indebtedness would increase even though the amount borrowed remained the same, and our cash flows could be adversely affected. An increase in debt service obligations under our variable rate indebtedness could affect our ability to make payments required under the terms of the agreements governing our indebtedness or our other indebtedness outstanding from time to time.

On August 1, 2025, we entered into a Credit Agreement (the “Credit Agreement”) with Bank of America. Borrowings bear interest at a rate that varies depending on the type of loan and the Borrower. The interest rate is calculated using a floating rate plus a margin. Depending on the type of loan, the floating rate will either be the prime rate announced by Bank of America, Term SOFR, Daily Simple SOFR, EURIBOR or SONIA. The margin ranges from 2.00% to 2.75% for base rate loans and SONIA based loans and from 3.00% to 3.75% for Term SOFR, Daily Simple SOFR and EURIBOR loans. The Credit Agreement also provides for an unused line fee, letter of credit fees, and agent fees. The Borrowers will be able to voluntarily prepay the principal of any advance, without penalty or premium, at any time in whole or in part, subject to certain breakage costs. As of December 31, 2025, interest rates for the term loan and revolving credit facilities were 7.27% and 7.11%, respectively.

 

Item 1B – Unresolved Staff Comments

None.

Item 1C – Cybersecurity

The Company recognizes the importance of developing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity measures to ensure the security of our information systems and networks and the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of our data.

Risk management and strategy

Turtle Beach takes a risk-based approach to cybersecurity, utilizing industry-standard frameworks and methodologies to assess and manage risks. The Company has processes for assessing, identifying, and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats. These processes have been integrated into the Company’s overall risk management processes and include an incident response plan to assess and remediate cybersecurity attacks.

The incident response plan provides guidance in identifying, assessing, investigating, remediating, and reporting any confirmed or suspected: (i) compromise of physical, network or system security; (ii) unauthorized access or acquisition of personal information or proprietary information; or (iii) material noncompliance with Company information privacy and security policies and procedures. The plan and associated processes have flexibility to ensure a tailored response based on the circumstances of the incident.

From time to time, the Company engages third party experts to assess the Company’s cybersecurity controls and processes. In addition, the Company reviews its cybersecurity risks with a third-party consultant monthly. The Company’s management uses the assessment to assist them in evaluating the cybersecurity controls, and its Company’s policies and procedures to further align them with industry standards.

The Company also has processes to identify and oversee cybersecurity threats associated with its use of third-party service providers. These processes include diligence prior to onboarding new critical information technology tools to assess third-party cybersecurity risk

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through SOC-2 audits and use of independent vendors who provide cybersecurity ratings. Further, the Company expects is software vendors to adhere to contractual security and data protection provisions and reassesses the cybersecurity risk of critical systems periodically.

In addition, the Company maintains an insurance policy which specifically provides coverage for qualifying information security breaches.

The Company has not experienced a material information security breach in the last five years, nor has it incurred any expenses or penalties or paid any settlements related thereto. While we experience ongoing cybersecurity threats common to our industry, we are not aware of any cybersecurity incidents that have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect the Company or its business strategy, results of operations or financial condition.

Governance

Cybersecurity is an important part of the Board’s risk oversight. Although the full Board retains responsibility for cybersecurity oversight, the Audit Committee of the Board (the “Audit Committee”) has authority to immediately assess and manage a cybersecurity incident if one were to occur. The Company’s senior management briefs the Audit Committee and the Board quarterly on cybersecurity matters and would promptly brief the Audit Committee if a cybersecurity incident occurred.

The Company’s management has day-to-day responsibility for managing cybersecurity risks. The management team includes our Chief Financial Officer, General Counsel, and our Senior Director of IT & Cybersecurity, who has formal data security training and certifications.

In addition to using industry-standard tools to monitor cybersecurity risks, management receives direct reporting of cybersecurity threats from our employees, who are trained annually on cyber security risks and reporting.

See “Part I—Risk Factors—“If we are unable to protect our information systems against service interruption, misappropriation of data, cyber-attacks or other or breaches of security, our operations could be disrupted, our reputation may be damaged, and we may be financially liable for damages” of this Annual Report for additional information regarding the Company’s cybersecurity risks.

Item 2 – Properties

The table below describes our principal facilities as of December 31, 2025. Each of these facilities is leased. We believe our existing facilities are adequate to meet our current needs and that we can renew our existing leases or obtain alternative space on terms that would not have a material impact on our financial conditions.

 

Location

 

State or
 Country

 

Principal Business Activity

 

Approx.
Square
Feet

 

 

Expiration Date
of Lease

San Diego

 

California

 

Corporate Headquarters

 

 

16,150

 

 

2029

White Plains

 

New York

 

Administration

 

 

15,800

 

 

2031

New Taipei City

 

Taiwan

 

Administration

 

 

14,800

 

 

2026

Basingstoke

 

United Kingdom

 

Administration

 

 

7,030

 

 

2032

 

 

 

The Company is subject to various legal proceedings and claims that arise in the ordinary course of its business. Although the amount of any liability that could arise with respect to these actions cannot be determined with certainty, in the Company’s opinion, any such liability will not have a material adverse effect on its consolidated financial position, consolidated results of operations or liquidity.

 

Intellectual Property Dispute: On May 28, 2025, PDP filed an action for declaratory judgment of non-infringement of four patents purportedly owned by OKYN Holdings, Inc., d/b/a Nyko Technologies (“Nyko”) in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. Nyko had written to PDP on October 31, 2024 asserting that PDP’s Ultra Slim Charge System for PlayStation 4 (“Ultra Slim”) infringed those patents. Nyko has responded to PDP’s complaint and filed counterclaims for patent infringement by the Ultra Slim. On June 12, 2025, Nyko filed a lawsuit in the Southern District of California asserting that PDP and Turtle Beach Corporation infringed the same four patents at issue in the declaratory judgment action filed by PDP. On July 8, 2025, PDP and Turtle Beach moved to dismiss Nyko’s complaint and that motion is pending. On September 30, 2025, PDP moved for judgment on the pleadings on multiple aspects of Nyko’s counterclaims and that motion is pending.

 

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Intellectual Property Dispute: On October 3, 2025, Robert Lyden, an individual, filed a patent infringement lawsuit against PDP, VTB, and Turtle Beach Corporation ("TBC”) in the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota, asserting infringement of one patent by the Victrix™ Pro BFG™ Wireless Controller and Victrix™ Gambit Wireless Controller. On December 16, 2025, PDP, VTB, and TBC moved to dismiss the complaint for improper venue and that motion is pending.

The Company will continue to vigorously defend itself in the foregoing matters. However, litigation and investigations are inherently uncertain. Accordingly, the Company cannot predict the outcome of these matters. The Company has not recorded any accrual at December 31, 2025 for contingent losses associated with these matters unless otherwise disclosed above based on its belief that losses, while possible, are not probable. Further, any possible range of loss cannot be reasonably estimated at this time. The unfavorable resolution of these matters could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, results of operations, financial condition, or cash flows. The Company is engaged in other legal actions, not described above, arising in the ordinary course of its business and, while there can be no assurance, believes that the ultimate outcome of these other legal actions will not have a material adverse effect on its business, results of operations, financial condition, or cash flows.

Item 4 - Mine Safety Disclosures

Not applicable.

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PART II

Item 5 - Market for the Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

The Company’s common stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol “TBCH.” The number of holders of record of common stock at February 28, 2026 was 938.

Stock Performance Graph

Notwithstanding any statement to the contrary in any of our previous or future filings with the SEC, the following information relating to the price performance of our common stock shall not be deemed to be “filed” with the SEC for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, to be “soliciting material” or subject to Rule 14A of the Exchange Act, or to be incorporated by reference into any of our filings under the Securities Act or the Exchange Act, in each case whether made before or after the date of this Report, except to the extent we specifically incorporate it by reference into such filing.

The following graph shows a comparison from December 31, 2020 through December 31, 2025 of the cumulative total return assuming a $100 investment in our common stock, the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Consumer Durables Index. In accordance with the rules of the SEC, the returns are indexed to a value of $100 at December 31, 2020 and assume that all dividends, if any, were reinvested. The comparisons in this graph below are based on historical data and are not intended to forecast or be indicative of future performance of our common stock.

 

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Dividend Policy

We have not paid regular cash dividends on our common stock and do not anticipate paying cash dividends in the foreseeable future. Any future determination to pay cash dividends will be at the discretion of our Board of Directors and will depend on our financial condition, operating results, capital requirements and such other factors as our Board of Directors deems relevant.

Unregistered Sale of Equity Securities and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

 

On May 7, 2025, the Company's Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program to acquire up to $75.0 million of Company common stock. The amount and timing of specific repurchases are subject to market conditions, applicable legal requirements, restrictions in the Company’s debt agreements and other factors. The Company intends to fund the share repurchases using cash from operations or short-term borrowings and may suspend or discontinue repurchases at any time. The share repurchase program is scheduled to expire on May 6, 2027.

 

 

 

 

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

 

 

 

Total
Number
of Shares
Purchased

 

 

Average
Price Paid
Per Share

 

 

Total Number
of Shares
Purchased As
Part of Publicly
Announced
Plans or
Programs

 

 

Approximate
Dollar Value
of Shares that
May Yet Be
Purchased Under
the Plans or
Programs

 

Period

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

October 1-30, 2025

 

 

 

 

$

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

November 1-30, 2025

 

 

56,766

 

 

$

13.43

 

 

 

56,766

 

 

 

 

December 1-31, 2025

 

 

83,310

 

 

$

14.26

 

 

 

83,310

 

 

 

 

Total

 

 

140,076

 

 

$

13.92

 

 

 

140,076

 

 

$

57,783,740

 

 

Item 6 – [Reserved]

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Item 7 - Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto. This discussion summarizes the significant factors affecting our results of operations and the financial condition of our business during each of the fiscal years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2025.

Overview

We are a premier audio and gaming technology company with expertise and experience in developing, commercializing, and marketing innovative products across a range of large addressable markets under our brand, Turtle Beach. The Turtle Beach® brand is a market share leader in console gaming headsets for over 16 years running with a vast portfolio of headsets designed to be multiplatform compatible with the latest Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo consoles, as well as for PCs and mobile and tablet devices. Our PC product portfolio includes PC gaming headsets, keyboards, mice, microphones and other PC gaming peripherals and in 2021 it expanded its brand beyond gaming headsets and launched its gaming controller product line, as well as, flight simulation and racing simulation accessories. In 2024, we acquired PDP, another leading gaming accessory brand with a robust slate of products, including gaming controllers for all major platforms and licensing deals with popular gaming and entertainment properties. We are headquartered in San Diego, California, and incorporated in the state of Nevada in 2010.

Business Trends

Console Headset Market

In 2025, we were the leading gaming headset manufacturer in the U.S. and other major console markets. We have achieved these global market shares by delivering high-quality products that often include first-to-market innovations, robust features, superior sound, unmatched comfort, and top customer support – all key factors that consumers seek when shopping for a gaming headset.

The global market for console and PC gaming headsets is estimated to be approximately $2.9 billion, according to external market data and internal estimates, reflecting continued growth driven by increasing online multiplayer engagement, content creation, and improvements in technology. PlayStation and Xbox consoles remain among the most significant platforms supporting gaming headset usage, as console-focused headsets continue to integrate features such as wireless connectivity and surround sound optimized for these systems. Consistent with a historical pattern of major new console cycles of roughly seven to eight years, Microsoft and Sony launched their latest consoles, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, ahead of the 2020 holiday season, and these platforms have sustained an active installed base through 2025. In late 2024, Sony introduced the PS5 Pro system. The next Microsoft and Sony consoles are anticipated to launch within the next 2-3 years.

Nintendo's platform also plays a significant role in the growth of the console headset market. The large installed base of Nintendo Switch systems, combined with the successful launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 in June 2025, increases participation in online, chat-enabled gameplay, thereby expanding the overall addressable market for console gaming headsets.

Controllers

The controllers market is estimated at approximately $3.0 billion, according to external market data and internal estimates, and shares the same retail footprint and consumer base as Turtle Beach gaming headsets, creating natural cross-sell opportunities and strong category alignment. We entered the controllers market in 2021 and have since expanded our portfolio across console and PC platforms, with key products including Stealth Ultra and Stealth Pivot premium controllers, which target the higher value controller segment. The 2024 acquisition of PDP, a leading gaming accessories company with a strong foundation in the controller category, significantly strengthened our scale and competitiveness in controllers. PDP's established expertise and product portfolio, spanning high-value and enthusiast-driven segments, expanded our offerings with products such as the Riffmaster Wireless Guitar Controller and Victrix Pro BFG, Pro FS Arcade Fight Stick, and Pro KO Leverless Fight Stick, positioning us across both premium and value tiers and across multiple controller subcategories.

Industry activity across console platforms, continues to support category growth. Ongoing hardware refresh cycles and the large global installed base, continues to drive engagement across core gaming genres such as multiplayer, esports, fighting games, and rhythm‑based gaming. These trends, along with market forecasts projecting sustained controller demand tied to wireless adoption, haptic feedback innovations, and cross‑platform compatibility, indicate that the controllers category remains an attractive growth opportunity.

With an expanded product portfolio and enhanced innovation pipeline following the PDP acquisition, we believe we are well positioned to capture additional share in the global controllers market as consumer interest and platform ecosystems continue to evolve.

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PC Accessories Market

The market for PC gaming mice, keyboards, and microphones is estimated to be approximately $3.9 billion, according to external market data and internal estimates. PC gaming continues to be a main gaming platform in the U.S. and internationally, similarly driven by popular AAA game launches, PC-specific esports leagues, teams, and players, content creators, and influencers, and with the introduction of cross-platform play – where PC gamers can play online against other gamers playing the same game on an Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch. While most games are available on multiple platforms, gaming on PC offers advantages including improved graphics, increased speed and precision of mouse/keyboard controls, and the ability for deeper customization. Gaming mice and keyboards are engineered to provide gamers with high-end performance and a superior gaming experience through features such as fast key and button response times, improved materials and build quality, comfortable ergonomic designs, programmable keys and buttons, and software suites to customize and control devices and settings.

PC gaming mice come in a variety of different ergonomic and symmetrical shapes and sizes, are available in both wired and wireless models, offer different optical or laser sensor options and responsiveness, and often feature integrated RGB LED lighting and software to unify the lighting with other devices for a visually consistent PC gaming appearance. Similarly, PC gaming keyboards often deliver a competitive advantage by offering options for ultra-responsive mechanical and optical key switches that feel and sound different, as well as customizable lighting.

Our PC gaming headsets, keyboards, and mice span price tiers ranging from low-to-high for entry-level to professional gamers, with each successive price tiers adding features and build quality. We seek to infuse differentiation and innovation into our PC products, including our own design for keyboard and mouse switches, innovative RGB LED lighting, and extensive ergonomic design testing and modeling.

Simulation Accessories Market

The market for simulation accessories is estimated to be approximately $1.4 billion, according to external market data and internal estimates. Flight and racing simulation are more dominant on higher-end PCs able to deliver the most realistic visuals. However, jumps in visual quality made possible in the latest consoles and games have made flight simulation on Xbox and PlayStation more accessible. For example, in 2020 Microsoft redefined the graphics flight simulation gamers can expect while playing with the launch of the latest generation of its flight simulation games and, in subsequent years, Microsoft expanded the game to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and for lower-end gaming PCs, and mobile gaming via Xbox Cloud.

Long-running popular flight simulations like Flight Simulator 2024, X-Plane, and others allow pilots to learn to fly and pilot various aircraft through picture-perfect skies and scenery, with typical flight simulation accessories including yokes and pedals, combat flightsticks, and Hands-On Throttle And Stick ("H.O.T.A.S.") controllers. The flight simulation market is niche, but with a dedicated, older fanbase willing to spend more on accessories to create the ultimate flight simulation setups, with a variety of expert pilots and creators showcasing their latest content on YouTube and other mediums. We launched the original VelocityOne Flight universal control system in 2021, followed by the VelocityOne Rudder and VelocityOne Stand in 2022, the VelocityOne Flightstick in 2023, and the VelocityOne Flightdeck H.O.T.A.S controller in 2024.

Racing simulation follows a similar trajectory as flight simulation. The audience of racing simulation gamers is also dedicated, slightly older and willing to spend more on creating high-end racing simulation setups predominantly on PC, but also on consoles. There is also a variety of long-running, successful racing game franchises including Forza, Assetto Corsa, and more that allow drivers to get behind the wheel and experience the rush of racing. Typical racing simulation accessories include wheel and pedal setups, swappable steering wheels, shifters, handbrakes and more, ranging in price from lower cost entry-level gear available for a couple of hundred dollars (~$200), to ultra-premium, high-end custom-built simulation racing setups that cost thousands of dollars. Racing simulation fans also regularly create their own content to share with the racing simulation community. We introduced our first VelocityOne Race racing simulation wheel and pedals setup in 2024, as well as the follow-up add-on VelocityOne Multi-Shift shifter/handbrake in early 2025. In the latter portion of 2025, we released the VelocityOne™ KD3 wheel and pedals system, the F-RX formula wheel for hardcore simulation racers on Xbox and PC and the Racer wireless racing wheel.

Seasonality

Our gaming accessories business is seasonal with a significant portion of sales and profits typically occurring around the holiday period. Historically, more than 45% of revenues are generated during the period between September and December as new products are introduced and consumers engage in holiday shopping. In addition, launches of major new online multiplayer games, and specific retailer purchasing behavior, can drive significant revenue shifts between months and quarters in a given year. In connection with the seasonality of the business, historically the Company’s borrowings on the revolving credit facility increase as a result of the holiday inventory build leading up to year-end and decline on gross receipts during the first quarter of the following year.

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Supply Chain and Operations

We have a global network of suppliers that manufacture products to meet the quality standards sought by our customers and our cost objectives. We have worked closely with component, manufacturing, and global logistic partners to build a supply chain that we consider dependable, scalable, and efficient to provide high-quality, reliable products employing leading cost management practices. The use of outsourced manufacturing facilities is designed to take advantage of specific expertise and allow for flexibility and scalability to respond to both seasonality and changing demands for our products.

We believe we have strong, long-term relationships with our suppliers and that, subject to the discussion in Item 1A, “Risk Factors” and Item 7, “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Liquidity and Capital Resources,” we expect to continue to be able to obtain a sufficient supply of quality products on satisfactory terms.

This section presents our operating results for the year ended December 31, 2025 and 2024. For a discussion of the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, please refer to Part II Item 7, "Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K, which was filed with the SEC on March 17, 2025.

Results of Operations

Management Overview

In 2025, we continued integrating and building upon our acquisition of PDP, a leading gaming accessory brand recognized for its diverse product lineup. The acquisition expanded our presence in the multi-platform controllers category and added a strong set of licensing partnerships, further strengthening our competitive position. The increased scale and diversification resulting from the PDP acquisition have enhanced our market position and broadened our portfolio. These strategic gains provide a stronger foundation for long-term performance as we continue to deliver industry-leading gaming accessories and an expanded suite of offerings.

Revenue for 2025 reflects the contribution from the PDP acquisition and performance in our headset and controller categories, offset by decline in demand for gaming accessories. Our portfolio continued to perform well, highlighted by ongoing demand for products such as the Stealth 700 Gen 3 wireless headset, a premium, multi-platform device featuring our proprietary cross-play technology, which proved to be a top choice among gamers. This performance underscores our commitment to delivering cutting-edge accessories and our leadership in key gaming accessory markets.

Disciplined execution of our strategic priorities, together with targeted cost-management initiatives, contributed to a more resilient operating environment during the year. Although operating expenses increased modestly, these actions helped increase gross profit and maintain operating leverage amid softer revenue. We believe our brands are well-positioned to sustain market leadership due to our expanded product portfolio, strengthened retail partnerships, and strong portfolio of innovative console gaming headsets and controllers.

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The following table sets forth the Company’s consolidated statements of operations for the periods presented (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net revenue

 

$

319,914

 

 

$

372,766

 

 

Cost of revenue

 

 

200,631

 

 

 

243,784

 

 

Gross profit

 

 

119,283

 

 

 

128,982

 

 

Operating expenses:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Selling and marketing

 

 

52,485

 

 

 

52,429

 

 

Research and development

 

 

16,886

 

 

 

17,304

 

 

General and administrative

 

 

30,374

 

 

 

28,388

 

 

Insurance recovery

 

 

(9,404

)

 

 

 

 

Acquisition-related costs

 

 

1,424

 

 

 

10,832

 

 

Total operating expenses

 

 

91,765

 

 

 

108,953

 

 

Operating income

 

 

27,518

 

 

 

20,029

 

 

Interest expense, net

 

 

9,771

 

 

 

8,068

 

 

Other expense, net

 

 

945

 

 

 

1,289

 

 

Income before income tax

 

 

16,802

 

 

 

10,672

 

 

Income tax expense (benefit)

 

 

1,071

 

 

 

(5,511

)

 

Net income

 

$

15,731

 

 

$

16,183

 

 

 

The following table sets forth the Company’s consolidated statements of operations data as a percentage of revenue for the periods presented:

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net revenue

 

 

100.0

%

 

 

100.0

%

 

Cost of revenue

 

 

62.7

 

 

 

65.4

 

 

Gross profit

 

 

37.3

 

 

 

34.6

 

 

Operating expenses:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Selling and marketing

 

 

16.4

 

 

 

14.1

 

 

Research and development

 

 

5.3

 

 

 

4.6

 

 

General and administrative

 

 

9.5

 

 

 

7.6

 

 

Insurance recovery

 

 

(2.9

)

 

 

 

 

Acquisition-related costs

 

 

0.4

 

 

 

2.9

 

 

Total operating expenses

 

 

28.7

 

 

 

29.2

 

 

Operating income

 

 

8.6

 

 

 

5.4

 

 

Interest expense, net

 

 

3.1

 

 

 

2.2

 

 

Other expense, net

 

 

0.3

 

 

 

0.3

 

 

Income before income tax

 

 

5.3

 

 

 

2.9

 

 

Income tax expense (benefit)

 

 

0.3

 

 

 

(1.5

)

 

Net income

 

 

4.9

%

 

 

4.3

%

 

 

Net Revenue and Gross Profit

Comparison of the Year Ended December 31, 2025 to the Year Ended December 31, 2024

Net revenue for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $319.9 million, a $52.9 million, or 14.2%, decrease from $372.8 million in the prior year. The decrease was due to a decline in demand for gaming accessories in the current year.

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For the year ended December 31, 2025, gross margin increased to 37.3% from 34.6%, in the comparable prior year period primarily due to the unfavorable impact of fair value step-up adjustment in the prior year period relating to the PDP acquisition, partially offset by higher tariffs in 2025.

Operating Expenses

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

(in thousands)

 

 

 

Selling and marketing

 

$

52,485

 

 

$

52,429

 

Research and development

 

 

16,886

 

 

 

17,304

 

General and administrative

 

 

30,374

 

 

 

28,388

 

Subtotal operating expenses

 

 

99,745

 

 

 

98,121

 

Acquisition-related costs

 

 

1,424

 

 

 

10,832

 

Insurance recovery

 

 

(9,404

)

 

 

 

Total operating expenses

 

$

91,765

 

 

$

108,953

 

 

Selling and Marketing

Selling and marketing expense remained flat for the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to the same period in the prior year.

Research and Development

Research and development expense decreased by $0.4 million or 2.4% for the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to the same period in the prior year. The decrease was primarily due to lower stock compensation expense and employee-related costs.

General and Administrative

General and administrative expenses increased by $2.0 million or 7.0% for the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to the same period in the prior year. The increase was primarily due to higher stock compensation expense, higher public company costs for professional services, consulting fees, and information technology investments.

Acquisition-related Costs

Acquisition-related costs include costs incurred in connection with the PDP acquisition, including professional fees such as legal and accounting along with other certain integration related costs.

Insurance Recovery

Insurance recovery for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $9.4 million, and relates to the receipt of insurance claims from the loss of inventory in transit that primarily occurred in the fourth quarter of 2024.

Interest Expense

Interest expense increased by $1.7 million or 21.1% for the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to the same period in the prior year. The increase was primarily due to the $1.9 million loss on debt extinguishment related to the Revolving Credit Facility and Blue Torch Term Loan. The increase was offset by more favorable effective interest rates in 2025 from the refinancing of our Credit Agreement.

Income Taxes

Income tax benefit for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $1.1 million at an effective tax rate of 6.4% compared to income tax expense of $5.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 at an effective tax rate of (51.6%). The effective tax rate was primarily impacted by the reversal of a portion of the Company’s deferred tax asset valuation allowance associated with the deferred tax liabilities established on PDP’s intangible assets.

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Key Performance Indicators and Non-GAAP Measures

Management routinely reviews key performance indicators, including revenue, operating income and margins, and earnings per share, among others. In addition, we believe certain other measures provide useful information to management and investors about us and our financial condition and results of operations for the following reasons: (i) they are measures used by our Board of Directors and management team to evaluate our operating performance; (ii) they are measures used by our management team to make day-to-day operating decisions; (iii) the adjustments made are often viewed as either non-recurring or not reflective of ongoing financial performance and/or have no cash impact on operations; and (iv) the measures are used by securities analysts, investors and other interested parties as a common operating performance measure to compare results across companies in our industry by adjusting for potential differences caused by variations in capital structures (affecting relative interest expense), and the age and book value of facilities and equipment (affecting relative depreciation and amortization expense). These other metrics, however, are not measures of financial performance under accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”) and given the limitations of these metrics as analytical tools, should not be considered a substitute for gross profit, gross margins, net income (loss) or other consolidated income statement data as determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

We believe that the presentation of Adjusted EBITDA, defined as net income (loss) before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation (non-cash) and certain non-recurring special items that we believe are not representative of core operations, is appropriate to provide additional information to investors about our operating profitability adjusted for certain non-cash items, non-routine items that we do not expect to continue at the same level in the future, as well as other items that are not core to our operations. Further, we believe Adjusted EBITDA provides a meaningful measure of operating profitability because we use it for evaluating our business performance, making budgeting decisions, and comparing our performance against that of other peer companies using similar measures. However, Adjusted EBITDA is not a measure of financial performance under U.S. GAAP and, given the limitations of these metrics as analytical tools, should not be considered a substitute for gross profit, gross margins, net income (loss) or other consolidated income statement data as determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

Adjusted EBITDA

Adjusted EBITDA (and a reconciliation to Net income (loss), the nearest U.S. GAAP financial measure) for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023 are as follows (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

Net income (loss)

 

$

15,731

 

 

$

16,183

 

 

$

(17,679

)

Interest expense, net

 

 

9,771

 

 

 

8,068

 

 

 

504

 

Depreciation and amortization

 

 

12,430

 

 

 

11,391

 

 

 

4,839

 

Stock-based compensation

 

 

6,180

 

 

 

6,172

 

 

 

11,983

 

Income tax (benefit) expense (1)

 

 

1,071

 

 

 

(5,511

)

 

 

338

 

Restructuring expense (2)

 

 

1,620

 

 

 

1,967

 

 

 

1,061

 

CEO transition-related costs (3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2,874

 

Acquisition-related costs and lease impairment (4)

 

 

1,424

 

 

 

10,832

 

 

 

653

 

Loss on inventory in transit and other costs (5)

 

 

1,111

 

 

 

3,398

 

 

 

 

Fair value step-up adjustment to acquired inventory (6)

 

 

 

 

 

2,084

 

 

 

 

Litigation proceedings and other (7)

 

 

164

 

 

 

1,833

 

 

 

1,921

 

Insurance recovery (8)

 

 

(9,404

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adjusted EBITDA

 

$

40,098

 

 

$

56,417

 

 

$

6,494

 

 

 

 

(1)
An income tax benefit of $7.0 million was recorded in the three months ended March 31, 2024 as a result of the reversal of a
portion of the Company’s deferred tax asset valuation allowance.
(2)
Costs in connection with reorganization of operations which primarily include severance, related benefits and post-acquisition costs related to PDP acquisition.

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(3)
One-time costs associated with the separation of the Company's former Chief Executive Officer. Such costs included severance, bonus, medical benefits and the tax impact of accelerated vesting of stock-based compensation
(4)
Costs incurred in connection with the PDP acquisition, including professional fees such as legal and accounting along with other integration-related costs and warehouse lease impairment.
(5)
Loss of inventory while in transit.
(6)
Costs related to the step-up of acquired finished goods inventory to fair market value as required under purchase accounting. This
step-up in value over original cost is recorded as a charge to “cost of revenue” as such inventory is sold.
(7)
Legal and other professional fees associated with certain litigation proceedings and settlements.
(8)
Insurance proceeds from claims related to a loss of inventory while in transit that occurred primarily in the fourth quarter of 2024.

 

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Our primary sources of working capital are cash flow from operations and availability of capital under our revolving credit facility. We have funded operations and acquisitions in recent periods with operating cash flows and proceeds from debt and equity financings.

The following table summarizes our sources and uses of cash (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

 

$

12,995

 

 

$

18,726

 

 

$

11,396

 

Net cash provided by operating activities

 

 

35,458

 

 

 

5,761

 

 

 

27,044

 

Net cash provided by (used for) investing activities

 

 

1,096

 

 

 

(82,208

)

 

 

(2,159

)

Net cash (used for) provided by financing activities

 

 

(32,583

)

 

 

71,051

 

 

 

(17,846

)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

 

 

(3

)

 

 

(335

)

 

 

291

 

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

 

$

16,963

 

 

$

12,995

 

 

$

18,726

 

 

Operating Activities

Net cash provided by operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $35.5 million, an increase of $29.7 million as compared to $5.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. The increase is primarily due to higher gross receipts, insurance proceeds from claims related to a loss of inventory, lower acquisition-related costs and reduced spending levels. These cash inflows were partially offset by a decrease in accounts payable and other liabilities.

Net cash provided by operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $5.8 million, a decrease of $21.3 million as compared to $27.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The decrease is primarily the result of certain acquisition related business costs, including integration costs and related severance, and higher inventory procurements reflective of the larger business and additional product offerings.

Investing Activities

Net cash provided by investing activities was $1.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, which was primarily related to purchase price working capital adjustments of $2.5 million compared to $82.2 million used for investing activities primarily for the PDP acquisition in 2024.

Net cash used for investing activities was $82.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, which was primarily related to the PDP acquisition, compared to $2.2 million in 2023.

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Financing Activities

Net cash used for financing activities was $32.6 million during the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to net cash provided by financing activities of $71.1 million during the year ended December 31, 2024. Financing activities during the year ended December 31, 2025 consisted primarily of $20.0 million revolving credit facility net repayments, $19.0 million of share repurchases, $2.3 million of debt financing costs and $6.8 million of term loan net proceeds.

Net cash used for financing activities was $71.1 million during the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to net cash provided by financing activities of $17.8 million during the year ended December 31, 2023. Financing activities during the year ended December 31, 2024 consisted primarily of $49.4 million net borrowings, the $50 million term loan and $3.4 million of stock option exercise proceeds, partially offset by $27.8 million of share repurchases, $2.9 million of debt issuance costs and $1.0 million of term loan repayments.

Management Assessment of Liquidity

Management believes that our current cash and cash equivalents, the amounts available under our revolving credit facility and cash flows derived from operations will be sufficient to meet anticipated short-term and long-term funding for working capital and capital expenditures including amounts to develop new products, fund future stock repurchases and to pursue strategic opportunities. Significant assumptions underlie this belief, including, among other things, that there will be no material adverse developments in our business, liquidity or capital requirements, or strategic opportunities that require additional capital.

In addition, the Company monitors the capital markets on an ongoing basis and may consider raising capital if favorable market conditions develop.

Foreign cash balances at December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024 were $8.7 million and $4.5 million, respectively.

Revolving Credit Facility

 

In 2024, we maintained a Revolving Credit Facility with Bank of America that provided up to $50.0 million in borrowing capacity, including a $10.0 million sub-facility for TB Europe, and was secured by substantially all of our assets. On March 13, 2024, we executed a Fourth Amendment to the facility, extending the maturity to March 13, 2027, incorporating PDP acquisition assets into the U.S. borrowing base, and updating the interest rate and fee terms. The facility included customary covenants, included a minimum fixed-charge coverage ratio when availability thresholds were not met, and restrictions on additional indebtedness, dividends share repurchases, certain investments, mergers, and asset sales.

On August 1, 2025, we entered into a Credit Agreement (the “Credit Agreement”), discussed below, and made a payment of $16.0 million from the Bank of America term loan facility, including $15.9 million and $0.1 million of principal and accrued interest, respectively. We treated the Credit Agreement as a partial extinguishment to the Revolving Credit Facility and recognized a loss on extinguishment of debt of $0.3 million to write-off the unamortized deferred financing costs in interest expense in its condensed consolidated statements of operations.

Term Loan

In March 2024, we entered into a $50.0 million Term Loan Facility with Blue Torch Finance, LLC to support the PDP acquisition, repay certain indebtedness of the acquired business, cover transaction‑related fees, and provide general corporate liquidity. The facility was amortized over its term, was secured by substantially all our assets, and carried a prepayment premium that expired in March 2025.

The Term Loan Facility was scheduled to mature on March 13, 2027 and included interest rates tied to base rate or Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR") benchmarks with leverage‑based pricing tiers, as well as customary affirmative, negative, and financial covenants, including minimum liquidity and quarterly total net leverage requirements. As discussed below, the facility was refinanced in 2025 in connection with our new Credit Agreement.

On August 1, 2025, the Term Loan Facility was repaid in full from the proceeds of the Bank of America credit agreement, discussed below, for the amount of $43.2 million. The Company treated the repayment as a debt extinguishment and recognized a loss on extinguishment of debt of $1.7 million to write-off the unamortized deferred financing costs in interest expense in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

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Credit Agreement

On August 1, 2025, we and certain of our subsidiaries (the "Borrowers") entered into the Credit Agreement (the “Credit Agreement”) with Bank of America, as the administrative agent, the swingline lender and the line of credit issuer. The Credit Agreement, matures on August 1, 2028 and includes a $60.0 million term loan facility and a $90.0 million revolving credit facility with designated sub-facility limits of (i) $15.0 million for the U.K. Borrower, (ii) $10 million for a swingline facility and (iii) $5.0 million for letters of credit. Actual credit availability under the revolving facility is subject to a borrowing base limitation that is calculated based on a percentage of eligible trade accounts receivable and inventories, the balances of which fluctuate, and is subject to discretionary reserves and revaluation adjustments. The Borrowers may utilize the facilities for borrowings as well as for the issuance of letters of credit, repaying existing indebtedness outstanding as of the effective date of the Credit Agreement and ongoing working capital and general corporate purposes as defined by the Credit Agreement. The facilities under the Credit Agreement replaced our previous debt arrangements.

Borrowings will bear interest at a rate that varies depending on the type of loan and the Borrower. The interest rate will be calculated using a floating rate plus a margin. Depending on the type of loan, the floating rate will either be the prime rate announced by Bank of America, Term SOFR, Daily Simple SOFR, EURIBOR or SONIA. The margin will range from 2.00% to 2.75% for base rate loans and SONIA based loans and from 3.00% to 3.75% for Term SOFR, Daily Simple SOFR and EURIBOR loans. The Credit Agreement also provides for an unused line fee, letter of credit fees, and agent fees. The Borrowers will be able to voluntarily prepay the principal of any advance, without penalty or premium, at any time in whole or in part, subject to certain breakage costs. As of December 31, 2025, interest rates for the term loan and revolving credit facilities were 7.27% and 7.11%, respectively.

The Credit Agreement requires us and our subsidiaries to (i) maintain a fixed charge coverage ratio, defined as the ratio, determined on a consolidated basis for us and our subsidiaries for the applicable measurement period, of (a) EBITDA minus unfinanced capital expenditures and cash taxes paid for such period to (b) consolidated interest charges for such period plus principal payments or redemptions of outstanding debt plus certain restricted payments and (ii) maintain a consolidated leverage ratio, defined as the ratio, determined on a consolidated basis for us and our subsidiaries for the applicable measurement period, of (a) certain funded indebtedness minus unrestricted cash up to a maximum of $12.0 million to (b) EBITDA.

The Credit Agreement also contains affirmative and negative covenants that, subject to certain exceptions, limit our ability to take certain actions, including our ability to incur debt, pay dividends and repurchase stock, make certain investments and other payments, enter into certain mergers and consolidations, engage in sale leaseback transactions and transactions with affiliates, and encumber and dispose of assets. The Credit Agreement contains customary events of default, including defaults triggered by the failure to make payments when due, breaches of covenants and representations, material impairment in the perfection of the lenders’ security interest in the collateral, and events related to bankruptcy and insolvency of us and our subsidiaries. If an event of default occurs and is continuing, the lenders may terminate and/or suspend their obligations to make loans and issue letters of credit and/or accelerate amounts due under the Credit Agreement and exercise other rights and remedies. To secure their obligations under the Credit Agreement, the Company and each of the other loan parties granted an all-assets lien with a first priority security interest in substantially all of their assets to the administrative agent.

As of December 31, 2025, we were in compliance with all the financial covenants under the Credit Agreement and excess borrowing availability was approximately $41.1 million.

As part of the Credit Agreement, we recorded deferred debt financing costs of $2.3 million.

On December 29, 2025, we entered into a First Amendment to our Credit Agreement (the "First Amendment"). The First Amendment revised clause (b)(iii) of the definition of “Consolidated Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio” to permit the Company to exclude from the denominator of such ratio up to $10.0 million of restricted payments for the trailing twelve‑month period ended March 31, 2026, and an additional $10.0 million of restricted payments for the trailing twelve‑month period ended June 30, 2026. Aside from this modification, all other material terms, covenants, and conditions of the Credit Agreement remained unchanged.

Critical Accounting Estimates

Our discussion and analysis of our results of operations and capital resources are based on our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in conformity with U.S. GAAP. The preparation of these consolidated financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. Management bases its estimates, assumptions, and judgments on historical experience and on various other factors that it believes to be reasonable under the circumstances.

Different assumptions and judgments would change the estimates used in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements, which, in turn, could change the results from those reported. Management evaluates its estimates, assumptions, and judgments on an ongoing basis.

Based on the above, we have determined that our most critical accounting policies are those related to revenue recognition and variable consideration, inventory valuation, use of estimates, income taxes and business combination.

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Revenue Recognition and Variable Consideration

Net revenue consists primarily of revenue from the sale of gaming headsets and accessories to wholesalers, retailers and to a lesser extent, on-line customers. These products function on a standalone basis (in connection with a readily available gaming console, personal computer, or stereo) and are not sold with additional services or rights to future goods or services. Revenue is recorded for a contract through the following steps: (i) identifying the contract with the customer; (ii) identifying the performance obligations in the contract; (iii) determining the transaction price; (iv) allocating the transaction price to the performance obligations; and (v) recognizing revenue when or as each performance obligation is satisfied.

Each contract at inception is evaluated to determine whether the contract should be accounted for as having one or more performance obligations. The Company's business activities were determined to be a single performance obligation with revenue recognized when obligations under the terms of a contract with its customer are satisfied; generally, this occurs at a point in time when the risk and title to the product transfers to the customer which can be at the time of shipment or the product reaches its customer at the point of destination. The Company's standard terms of delivery are included in its contracts of sale, order confirmation documents, and invoices. The Company excludes sales taxes collected from customers from “Net revenue” on the consolidated statements of operations.

Certain customers may receive cash-based incentives (including cash discounts, quantity rebates, and price concessions), which are accounted for as variable consideration. Cash-based incentive allowances are based on historical and expected performance of the customers, types and levels of promotions including any contractual commitments, claims received and forecasted economic trends in comparison to historical trends. The Company also has provisions for sales returns that are recognized in the period of the sale and are recorded based upon the Company's prior experience and current trends and forecasted economic trends in comparison to historical trends. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, the Company had an allowance for cash-based incentives of $29.6 million and $32.6 million, respectively, and an allowance for sales returns of $8.4 million and $7.7 million, respectively. These amounts are recorded as a reduction of accounts receivable on the consolidated balance sheets.

Inventory Valuation

Inventories consist primarily of finished goods and related component parts and are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value using the first in, first out (“FIFO”) method. The Company maintains an inventory allowance for returned goods, slow-moving and unused inventories based on the historical trend and estimates. Inventory write-downs, once established, are not reversed as they establish a new cost basis for the inventory. Inventory write-downs are included as a component of “cost of revenue” on the consolidated statements of operations.

Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to use estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. The significant estimates and assumptions used by management affect: sales return reserve, allowances for cash-based incentive programs, warranty reserve, valuation of inventory, valuation of long-lived assets, goodwill and other intangible assets, depreciation and amortization of long-lived assets, valuation of deferred tax assets, probability of performance shares vesting and forfeiture rates utilized in issuing stock-based compensation awards. The Company evaluates estimates and assumptions on an ongoing basis using historical experience and other factors and adjusts those estimates and assumptions when facts and circumstances dictate. As future events and their effects cannot be determined with precision, actual results could differ from these estimates, and those differences could be material to the consolidated financial statements.

Income Taxes

We account for income taxes using the asset and liability method. Under the asset and liability method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized based on the differences between the financial statement carrying value of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates and laws expected to be in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. The effect of a change in tax rates on deferred tax assets and liabilities is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. Inherent in the measurement of these deferred balances are certain judgments and interpretations of existing tax law and other published guidance as applied to our operations. Our effective tax rate considers our judgment of expected tax liabilities in the various jurisdictions within which we are subject to tax.

The determination of the need for a valuation allowance on deferred tax assets requires management to make assumptions and to apply judgment, including forecasting future earnings, and the reversal pattern of deferred tax assets and liabilities.

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The tax effects of uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in income tax returns are recognized only if they are “more likely-than-not” to be sustained on examination by the taxing authorities based on the technical merits as of the reporting date. The tax benefits recognized in the financial statements from such positions are measured based on the largest benefit that has a greater than fifty percent likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. We recognize estimated accrued interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions in income tax expense.

Business Combinations

During the year ended December 31, 2024, the Company completed the acquisition of PDP for total consideration of $114.4 million. The transaction was accounted for under the acquisition method of accounting whereby the total purchase price was allocated to assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on the estimated fair value of such assets and liabilities.

Accounting for the acquisition of PDP required estimation in determining the fair value of identified intangible assets for tradenames, customer relationships and developed technology. The Company used estimation as it relates to inputs to the valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of these intangible assets as well as the sensitivity of the respective fair values to the underlying assumptions. The significant assumptions used to estimate the fair value of the acquired intangible assets included revenue assumptions, earnings assumptions, royalty rates and discount rates. These assumptions are forward-looking and could be affected by future economic and market conditions.

There have been no material changes to the critical accounting policies and estimates. See Note 2, “Summary of Significant Accounting Policies,” in the notes to the consolidated financial statements included herein for a complete discussion of recent accounting pronouncements. We are currently evaluating the impact of certain recently issued guidance on our financial condition and results of operations in future periods.

 

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Item 7A - Qualitative and Quantitative Disclosures about Market Risk

Market risk represents the risk of loss that may impact our financial position due to adverse changes in financial market prices and rates. The Company’s market risk exposure is primarily a result of fluctuations in interest rates, foreign currency exchange rates and inflation.

The Company has used derivative financial instruments, specifically foreign currency forward and option contracts, to manage exposure to foreign currency risks, by hedging a portion of its forecasted expenses denominated in British Pounds expected to occur within a year. The effect of exchange rate changes on foreign currency forward and option contracts is expected to offset the effect of exchange rate changes on the underlying hedged item. The Company does not use derivative financial instruments for speculative or trading purposes. As of December 31, 2025, we do not have any derivative financial instruments.

Interest Rate Risk

As of December 31, 2025, we had cash of $17.0 million, which consisted primarily of bank deposits. Our cash is held for working capital purposes.

We are exposed to interest rate risk primarily through borrowings under our amended Credit Agreement, which bears interest at variable rates. The applicable interest rate varies based on the type of loan and the borrower and is calculated using a floating benchmark rate plus an applicable margin. Depending on the loan type and currency, the floating benchmark may be the prime rate announced by Bank of America, Term SOFR, Daily Simple SOFR, EURIBOR, or SONIA. Because these benchmark rates fluctuate with market conditions, our interest expense will increase or decrease as the underlying reference rates change. As of December 31, 2025, under the amended Credit Agreement, we had $85.1 million of outstanding balance at face value. A 100 basis-point change in applicable benchmark interest rates would increase or decrease our annual interest expense by approximately $0.9 million based on $85.1 million of variable-rate borrowings outstanding.

Foreign Currency Exchange Risk

The Company has exchange rate exposure, primarily, with respect to the British Pound and Euro. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, our monetary assets and liabilities which are subject to this exposure are immaterial, therefore the potential immediate loss to us that would result from a hypothetical 10% change in foreign currency exchange rates would not be expected to have a material impact on our earnings or cash flows. This sensitivity analysis assumes an unfavorable 10% fluctuation in the exchange rates affecting the foreign currencies in which monetary assets and liabilities are denominated and does not take into account the offsetting effect of such a change on our foreign currency denominated revenues.

Inflation Risk

The Company is exposed to market risk due to inflationary pressures affecting our costs and demand for the products we sell. In recent years, our business has been affected by global supply chain constraints and unfavorable changes in economic or political conditions in the countries and markets where we operate, including the recently implemented tariff policies. Such inflationary pressures have been and could continue to be exacerbated by continued high tariffs, higher oil prices, geopolitical turmoil, and economic policy actions and could lead to a recessionary environment.

Inflationary pressures can also have a negative impact on demand for the products we sell. Reduced or delayed discretionary spending by consumers in response to inflationary pressures has reduced consumer demand for our products, resulting in reduced sales.

In 2023, we experienced a higher rate of inflation than in recent years resulting in higher cost of goods, selling expenses, and general and administrative expenses. Such increases have had and may continue to have a negative impact on the Company’s profit margins if selling prices of products do not increase with the increased costs.

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Item 8 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

 

INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

 

Page

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (Ernst & Young LLP, New York, New York, PCAOB #42)

40

 

Consolidated Financial Statements:

 

 

 

Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023

42

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the Years Ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023

43

Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2025 and 2024

44

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Years Ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023

45

Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity for the Years Ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023

46

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

47

Supplemental Schedule - Schedule II Valuation and Qualifying Accounts

80

 

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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Stockholders and the Board of Directors of

Turtle Beach Corporation

 

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Turtle Beach Corporation (the Company) as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income (loss), stockholders’ equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2025, and the related notes and financial statement schedule listed in the Index at Item 15(a) (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 at December 31, 2025 and 2024, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2025, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2025, based on criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework), and our report dated March 12, 2026 expressed an adverse opinion thereon.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the 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. 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 Matters

The critical audit matters communicated below are matters arising from the current period audit of the financial statements that were communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relate 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 consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matters below, providing separate opinions on the critical audit matters or on the accounts or disclosures to which they relate.

 

Measurement of variable consideration: Cash-Based Incentive Programs

Description of the Matter

As described in Note 2 of the consolidated financial statements, the Company provides cash-based incentive programs, including cash discounts, quantity rebates and price concessions, which results in variable consideration. As of December 31, 2025, the Company has recognized an allowance for cash-based incentives of $29.6 million in “accounts receivable, net” on the consolidated balance sheet.

 

Auditing the Company’s measurement of variable consideration related to cash-based incentives is complex because the calculation is determined based on significant management assumptions with respect to the expected performance of the customers, types and levels of promotions, forecasted claims from the customers and forecasted economic trends in comparison to historical trends, when applicable. Changes in these assumptions can have a significant impact on the amount of revenue recognized.

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How We Addressed the Matter in Our Audit

To test the allowance for cash-based incentives, we obtained an understanding of the Company’s process of estimating variable consideration related to its cash-based incentive programs and tested the completeness and accuracy of the underlying data supporting the significant assumptions mentioned above. In addition, among other audit procedures, we performed a retrospective review of the allowance, evaluated the assumptions by comparing them to historical trends and third-party information, and performed transactional testing of customer claim activity.

 

Measurement of variable consideration: Sales Return Reserve

 

Description of the Matter

 

As described in Note 2 of the consolidated financial statements, the Company provides certain customers product return rights, which results in variable consideration. As of December 31, 2025, the Company has recognized an allowance for sales returns of $8.4 million in “accounts receivable, net” on the consolidated balance sheet.

 

Auditing the measurement of variable consideration related to sales returns is complex because the calculation is determined based on significant management assumptions with respect to customer return activity trends based on the historical trends and forecasted economic trends in comparison to historical trends, when applicable. Changes in these assumptions can have a significant impact on the amount of the revenue recognized.

 

How We Addressed the Matter in Our Audit

 

To test the allowance for sales return reserve, we obtained an understanding of the Company’s process of estimating variable consideration related to sales returns and tested the completeness and accuracy of the underlying data supporting the significant assumptions mentioned above. In addition, among other audit procedures, we performed a retrospective review of the allowance, evaluated the assumptions by comparing them to historical trends, and performed transactional testing of sales returns. Additionally, we tested whether the introduction of new products or new customer contracts could have a material impact on the allowance at period end.

 

 

/s/ Ernst & Young LLP

 

We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2023.

New York, New York

March 12, 2026

 

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Turtle Beach Corporation

Consolidated Statements of Operations

(in thousands, except per-share data)

 

 

 

Year ended December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

Net revenue

 

$

319,914

 

 

$

372,766

 

 

$

258,122

 

Cost of revenue

 

 

200,631

 

 

 

243,784

 

 

 

182,618

 

Gross profit

 

 

119,283

 

 

 

128,982

 

 

 

75,504

 

Operating expenses:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Selling and marketing

 

 

52,485

 

 

 

52,429

 

 

 

43,489

 

Research and development

 

 

16,886

 

 

 

17,304

 

 

 

17,137

 

General and administrative

 

 

30,374

 

 

 

28,388

 

 

 

31,321

 

Insurance recovery

 

 

(9,404

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Acquisition-related costs

 

 

1,424

 

 

 

10,832

 

 

 

 

Total operating expenses

 

 

91,765

 

 

 

108,953

 

 

 

91,947

 

Operating income (loss)

 

 

27,518

 

 

 

20,029

 

 

 

(16,443

)

Interest expense, net

 

 

9,771

 

 

 

8,068

 

 

 

504

 

Other expense, net

 

 

945

 

 

 

1,289

 

 

 

394

 

Income (loss) before income tax

 

 

16,802

 

 

 

10,672

 

 

 

(17,341

)

Income tax expense (benefit)

 

 

1,071

 

 

 

(5,511

)

 

 

338

 

Net income (loss)

 

$

15,731

 

 

$

16,183

 

 

$

(17,679

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net income (loss) per share:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

$

0.78

 

 

$

0.81

 

 

$

(1.03

)

Diluted

 

$

0.77

 

 

$

0.78

 

 

$

(1.03

)

Weighted average number of shares:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

 

20,263

 

 

 

20,022

 

 

 

17,135

 

Diluted

 

 

20,456

 

 

 

20,832

 

 

 

17,135

 

 

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements

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Turtle Beach Corporation

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)

(in thousands)

 

 

 

Year ended December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

Net income (loss)

 

$

15,731

 

 

$

16,183

 

 

$

(17,679

)

Other comprehensive income (loss):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Foreign currency translation adjustment

 

 

2,958

 

 

 

(456

)

 

 

545

 

Other comprehensive income (loss)

 

 

2,958

 

 

 

(456

)

 

 

545

 

Comprehensive income (loss)

 

$

18,689

 

 

$

15,727

 

 

$

(17,134

)

 

 

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements

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Turtle Beach Corporation

Consolidated Balance Sheets

(in thousands, except par value and share amounts)

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

ASSETS

 

 

 

Current Assets:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

16,963

 

 

$

12,995

 

Accounts receivable, net

 

 

76,797

 

 

 

93,118

 

Inventories

 

 

69,222

 

 

 

71,251

 

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

 

 

10,831

 

 

 

11,007

 

Total Current Assets

 

$

173,813

 

 

$

188,371

 

Property and equipment, net

 

 

2,995

 

 

 

5,844

 

Goodwill

 

 

50,428

 

 

 

52,942

 

Intangible assets, net

 

 

34,344

 

 

 

42,398

 

Other assets

 

 

7,474

 

 

 

9,306

 

Total Assets

 

$

269,054

 

 

$

298,861

 

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current Liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revolving credit facility

 

$

29,383

 

 

$

49,412

 

Accounts payable

 

 

24,934

 

 

 

34,839

 

Term Loan, current

 

 

8,571

 

 

 

1,250

 

Other current liabilities

 

 

24,789

 

 

 

38,171

 

Total Current Liabilities

 

$

87,677

 

 

$

123,672

 

Term Loan, non-current

 

 

46,339

 

 

 

45,620

 

Income tax payable

 

 

820

 

 

 

1,362

 

Other liabilities

 

 

5,720

 

 

 

7,603

 

Total Liabilities

 

$

140,556

 

 

$

178,257

 

Commitments and Contingencies

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stockholders’ Equity

 

 

 

 

 

 

Common stock, $0.001 par value - 25,000,000 shares authorized; 19,185,869 and 19,961,696 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively

 

 

19

 

 

 

20

 

Additional paid-in capital

 

 

229,189

 

 

 

239,983

 

Accumulated deficit

 

 

(102,363

)

 

 

(118,094

)

Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)

 

 

1,653

 

 

 

(1,305

)

Total Stockholders’ Equity

 

$

128,498

 

 

$

120,604

 

Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

 

$

269,054

 

 

$

298,861

 

 

 

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements

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Turtle Beach Corporation

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(in thousands)

 

 

 

Year Ended December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net income (loss)

 

$

15,731

 

 

$

16,183

 

 

$

(17,679

)

Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Depreciation and amortization

 

 

4,373

 

 

 

4,407

 

 

 

3,830

 

Fair value step-up adjustment to acquired inventory

 

 

 

 

 

2,085

 

 

 

 

Amortization of intangible assets

 

 

8,057

 

 

 

6,984

 

 

 

1,009

 

Amortization of debt financing costs

 

 

971

 

 

 

902

 

 

 

141

 

Loss on extinguishment of debt

 

 

1,921

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stock-based compensation

 

 

6,180

 

 

 

6,172

 

 

 

11,983

 

Deferred income taxes

 

 

(115

)

 

 

(6,859

)

 

 

(44

)

Change in sales returns reserve

 

 

(824

)

 

 

784

 

 

 

632

 

Provision for doubtful accounts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(3

)

Provision for obsolete inventory

 

 

3,012

 

 

 

5,661

 

 

 

810

 

Loss on impairment of assets

 

 

 

 

 

753

 

 

 

 

Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accounts receivable

 

 

17,090

 

 

 

(15,624

)

 

 

(5,757

)

Inventories

 

 

(983

)

 

 

(12,257

)

 

 

27,336

 

Prepaid expenses and other assets

 

 

(529

)

 

 

(227

)

 

 

1,437

 

Accounts payable

 

 

(9,955

)

 

 

(4,023

)

 

 

1,772

 

Income taxes payable

 

 

(1,643

)

 

 

(159

)

 

 

(283

)

Other

 

 

(7,828

)

 

 

979

 

 

 

1,860

 

Net cash provided by operating activities

 

 

35,458

 

 

 

5,761

 

 

 

27,044

 

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Purchases of property and equipment

 

 

(1,419

)

 

 

(4,914

)

 

 

(2,159

)

Acquisition of a business, net of cash acquired

 

 

2,515

 

 

 

(77,294

)

 

 

 

Net cash provided by (used for) investing activities

 

 

1,096

 

 

 

(82,208

)

 

 

(2,159

)

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Borrowings on revolving credit facility

 

 

207,949

 

 

 

346,906

 

 

 

210,210

 

Repayment of revolving credit facility

 

 

(227,978

)

 

 

(297,494

)

 

 

(229,263

)

Proceeds from term loan

 

 

60,000

 

 

 

50,000

 

 

 

 

Repayment of term loan

 

 

(53,244

)

 

 

(1,042

)

 

 

 

Proceeds from exercise of stock options and warrants

 

 

1,989

 

 

 

3,356

 

 

 

2,261

 

Repurchase of common stock

 

 

(18,965

)

 

 

(27,778

)

 

 

(974

)

Debt financing costs

 

 

(2,334

)

 

 

(2,897

)

 

 

(80

)

Net cash (used for) provided by financing activities

 

 

(32,583

)

 

 

71,051

 

 

 

(17,846

)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

 

 

(3

)

 

 

(335

)

 

 

291

 

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

 

 

3,968

 

 

 

(5,731

)

 

 

7,330

 

Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period

 

 

12,995

 

 

 

18,726

 

 

 

11,396

 

Cash and cash equivalents at the end of period

 

$

16,963

 

 

$

12,995

 

 

$

18,726

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash paid for interest

 

$

6,973

 

 

$

7,136

 

 

$

500

 

Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds

 

$

2,523

 

 

$

193

 

 

$

63

 

Property and equipment purchases included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities

 

$

171

 

 

$

581

 

 

$

133

 

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements

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Turtle Beach Corporation

Consolidated Statement of StockholdersEquity

(in thousands)

 

 

 

 

Common Stock

 

 

Additional
Paid-In

 

 

Accumulated

 

 

Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shares

 

 

Amount

 

 

Capital

 

 

Deficit

 

 

Income (Loss)

 

 

Total

 

 

 

 

 

Balance at December 31, 2022

 

 

16,569

 

 

$

17

 

 

$

206,916

 

 

$

(116,598

)

 

$

(1,394

)

 

$

88,941

 

Net loss

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(17,679

)

 

 

 

 

 

(17,679

)

Other comprehensive income, net of tax

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

545

 

 

 

545

 

Issuance of restricted stock

 

 

534

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Common stock buyback

 

 

(86

)

 

 

 

 

 

(974

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(974

)

Stock options exercised

 

 

515

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

2,260

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2,261

 

Stock-based compensation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11,983

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11,983

 

Balance at December 31, 2023

 

 

17,532

 

 

$

18

 

 

$

220,185

 

 

$

(134,277

)

 

$

(849

)

 

$

85,077

 

Net income

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

16,183

 

 

 

 

 

 

16,183

 

Other comprehensive loss, net of tax

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(456

)

 

 

(456

)

Issuance of restricted stock

 

 

387

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Common stock buyback

 

 

(1,803

)

 

 

(2

)

 

 

(27,776

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(27,778

)

Stock options exercised

 

 

396

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

3,355

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3,356

 

Stock-based compensation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6,172

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6,172

 

Issuance of acquisition related stock

 

 

3,450

 

 

 

3

 

 

 

38,047

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

38,050

 

Balance at December 31, 2024

 

 

19,962

 

 

$

20

 

 

$

239,983

 

 

$

(118,094

)

 

$

(1,305

)

 

$

120,604

 

Net income

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15,731

 

 

 

 

 

 

15,731

 

Other comprehensive income, net of tax

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2,958

 

 

 

2,958

 

Issuance of restricted stock

 

 

331

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Common stock buyback

 

 

(1,346

)

 

 

(1

)

 

 

(18,963

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(18,964

)

Stock options exercised

 

 

239

 

 

 

 

 

 

1,989

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1,989

 

Stock-based compensation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6,180

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6,180

 

Balance at December 31, 2025

 

 

19,186

 

 

$

19

 

 

$

229,189

 

 

$

(102,363

)

 

$

1,653

 

 

$

128,498

 

 

 

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements

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Turtle Beach Corporation

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

 

Note 1. Description of Business

Organization

 

Turtle Beach Corporation (“Turtle Beach” or the “Company”), develops and markets audio and gaming accessory products under the Turtle Beach® brand for use with video game and entertainment consoles, handheld consoles, personal computers (“PCs”), tablets, and mobile devices. The Company’s product offerings have expanded over time beyond gaming headsets to include gaming controllers, flight and racing simulation accessories, and PC keyboards and mice. In March 2024, the Company acquired Performance Designed Products LLC (“PDP”), a gaming accessory provider with a broad portfolio of products, including multi‑platform controllers and offerings developed under various licensed gaming and entertainment properties. The Company operates within the gaming accessories market and sells its products through a variety of retail, distribution, and ecommerce channels in the U.S. and international markets. The Company is headquartered in San Diego, California, was incorporated in the State of Nevada in 2010.

 

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of Presentation

The accompanying consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) and, in the opinion of management, reflect all adjustments (which include normal recurring adjustments) considered necessary for a fair presentation of the financial position, results of operations, and cash flows for the periods presented. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. Certain prior period amounts have been reclassifed to conform to the current period presentation. Certain reclassifications have been made in the prior year to conform with the current year presentation.. The reclassifications did not affect previously reported net income, total assets, total liabilities, stockholders' equity or cash flows.

Uses of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to use estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. The significant estimates and assumptions used by management affect: sales return reserve, allowances for cash-based incentive programs, warranty reserve, valuation of inventory, valuation of long-lived assets, goodwill and other intangible assets, depreciation and amortization of long-lived assets, valuation of deferred tax assets, probability of performance shares vesting and forfeiture rates utilized in issuing stock-based compensation awards. The Company evaluates estimates and assumptions on an ongoing basis using historical experience and other factors and adjusts those estimates and assumptions when facts and circumstances dictate. As future events and their effects cannot be determined with precision, actual results could differ from these estimates, and those differences could be material to the consolidated financial statements.

Revenue Recognition and Variable Consideration

Net revenue consists primarily of revenue from the sale of gaming accessories to wholesalers, retailers and to a lesser extent, on-line customers. These products function on a standalone basis (in connection with a readily available gaming console, personal computer, or stereo) and are not sold with additional services or rights to future goods or services. Revenue is recorded for a contract through the following steps: (i) identifying the contract with the customer; (ii) identifying the performance obligations in the contract; (iii) determining the transaction price; (iv) allocating the transaction price to the performance obligations; and (v) recognizing revenue when or as each performance obligation is satisfied.

Each contract at inception is evaluated to determine whether the contract should be accounted for as having one or more performance obligations. The Company's business activities were determined to be a single performance obligation with revenue recognized when obligations under the terms of a contract with its customer are satisfied; generally, this occurs at a point in time when the risk and title to the product transfers to the customer which can be at the time of shipment or the product reaches the customer at the point of destination. The Company's standard terms of delivery are included in its contracts of sale, order confirmation documents, and invoices. The Company excludes sales taxes collected from customers from “Net Revenue” on the consolidated statements of operations.

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Certain customers may receive cash-based incentives (including cash discounts, quantity rebates, and price concessions), which are accounted for as variable consideration. Cash-based incentive allowances are based on historical and expected performance of the customers, types and levels of promotions including any contractual commitments, claims received and forecasted economic trends in comparison to historical trends. The Company also has provisions for sales returns which are another form of variable consideration that are recognized in the period of the sale and are recorded based upon the Company's prior experience and current trends and forecasted economic trends in comparison to historical trends. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, the Company had allowances for cash-based incentives of $29.6 million and $32.6 million, respectively, and allowances for sales returns of $8.4 million and $7.7 million, respectively. These amounts are recorded as a reduction of "accounts receivable, net" on the consolidated balance sheets.

During the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, the Company revised its estimates for trade promotion expense incurred in the applicable prior year period as a result of actual experience and new information that was not available at the time the accruals were established. These changes in estimate resulted in an increase in net sales of 1.8%, 0.3% and 0.8% during the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

 

Cost of Revenue and Operating Expenses

The following table illustrates the primary costs classified in each major expense category:

 

Cost of Revenue

Operating Expenses

Global supply chain personnel payroll, bonus, and benefit costs;

Payroll, bonus, and benefit costs;

Freight costs associated with moving product from suppliers to distribution centers and to customers;

Costs incurred in the research and development of new products and enhancements to existing products;

Costs associated with the movement of merchandise through customs;

Depreciation related to demonstration units;

Costs associated with material handling and warehousing; and

 

Amortization of intangible assets

Product royalty costs.

Legal, finance, information systems and other corporate overhead costs; and

 

Sales commissions, advertising, and marketing costs.

 

Product Warranty Obligations

The Company provides for product warranties in accordance with the contract terms given to various customers by accruing estimated warranty costs at the time of revenue recognition. Warranties are generally fulfilled by replacing defective products with new products.

Marketing Costs

Costs associated with the production of advertising, such as print and other costs, as well as costs associated with communicating advertising that has been produced are expensed when the advertising first appears in public. Advertising costs were approximately $3.2 million, $3.8 million and $3.9 million for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

The Company also incurs co-operative advertising costs that represent reimbursements to customers for shared marketing expenses for sale of its products. These reimbursements are recorded as reductions of revenue based on a percentage of sales. Co-operative advertising costs were approximately $7.4 million, $9.4 million and $5.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Deferred Financing Costs

Deferred financing costs represent costs incurred in conjunction with the Company’s debt financing activities and are capitalized and amortized over the life of the related financing arrangements utilizing the effective interest method. If the debt is retired early, the related unamortized deferred financing costs are written off in the period the debt is retired as part of the net carrying value of the debt, and any gains or losses are recorded on the consolidated statements of operations within Interest expense, net.

Stock-Based Compensation

Compensation costs related to stock options, restricted stock grants and performance-based or market-based restricted share units are calculated based on the fair value of the stock-based awards on the date of grant, net of estimated forfeitures. The grant date fair value of stock options is determined using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model and the related stock-based compensation is recognized on a straight-line basis over the period in which an employee is required to provide service in exchange for the award, which is generally four years.

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The Company estimates its forfeiture rate based on an analysis of actual forfeitures and will continue to evaluate the adequacy of the forfeiture rate based on actual forfeiture experience, analysis of employee turnover behavior, and other factors. The impact from any forfeiture rate adjustment would be recognized in the period of adjustment and if the actual number of future forfeitures differs from estimates, the Company might be required to record adjustments to stock-based compensation expense. The grant date fair value of restricted stock grants is determined based on the grant date value of the Company’s common stock and is recognized on a straight-line basis over the period in which an employee is required to provide service in exchange for the award. The grant date fair value of performance-based restricted share units is calculated in the same manner as restricted stock grants with the exception that the Company recognizes compensation expense when it is probable that the performance condition will be achieved. The grant date fair value of market-based awards is determined using a Monte Carlo simulation, incorporating various option pricing inputs and recognized over the vesting period.

Exit and Disposal Costs

Management-approved restructuring activities are periodically initiated to achieve cost savings through reduced operational redundancies and to position the Company strategically in the market in response to prevailing economic conditions and associated customer demand. Costs associated with restructuring actions can include severance, infrastructure charges to vacate facilities or consolidate operations, contract termination costs and other related charges. For involuntary separation plans, a liability is recognized when it is probable and reasonably estimable. For one-time termination benefits, such as additional severance pay or benefit payouts, and other exit costs, such as lease termination costs, the liability is measured and recognized initially at fair value in the period in which the liability is incurred, with subsequent changes to the liability recognized as adjustments in the period of change.

Net Income (Loss) per Common Share

Basic income (loss) per share is calculated by dividing net income (loss) associated with common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income (loss) per share assumes the issuance of additional shares of common stock by the Company upon exercise of all outstanding stock options, stock warrants and contingently issuable securities if the effect is dilutive, in accordance with the treasury stock method.

Cash and Cash Equivalents

The Company classifies cash and short-term highly liquid investments with original maturity dates of three months or less at time of purchase, and without redemption restrictions.

Inventories

Inventories consist primarily of finished goods and related component parts and are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value using the first in, first out (“FIFO”) method. The Company maintains an inventory allowance for returned goods, slow-moving and unused inventories based on the historical trend and estimates. Inventory write-downs, once established, are not reversed as they establish a new cost basis for the inventory. Inventory write-downs are included as a component of “cost of revenue” on the consolidated statements of operations.

Property and Equipment, net

Property and equipment are presented at cost less accumulated depreciation and amortization. Repairs and maintenance expenditures are expensed as incurred. Depreciation and amortization are computed on a straight-line basis over the following estimated useful lives:

 

Estimated Life

Machinery and equipment

3 years

Software and software development

 

2-5 years

Furniture and fixtures

5 years

Tooling

2 years

Leasehold improvements

 

Term of lease or economic life of asset, if shorter

Demonstration units and convention booths

1-2 years

 

Valuation of Long-Lived and Intangible Assets and Goodwill

At acquisition, the Company estimates and records the fair value of purchased intangible assets, which primarily consists of developed technology, customer relationships, and trademarks and trade names. Goodwill is the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of identifiable net assets acquired in business combinations. Goodwill and certain other intangible assets having indefinite lives are not amortized to earnings, but instead are subject to periodic testing for impairment. Intangible assets determined to have definite lives are amortized over their remaining useful lives.

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Long-lived and definite-lived intangible assets are assessed for potential impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that full recoverability of the asset group through future cash flows is in question. When impairment indicators are present, assessment for possible impairment is based on the Company’s ability to recover the carrying value of the long-lived asset’s asset group from expected future pre-tax cash flows. The expected future pre-tax cash flows are estimated based on historical experience, internal knowledge, and market data. Estimates of future cash flows require the Company to make assumptions and to apply judgment, including forecasting future sales and expenses and estimating the useful lives of assets. If the expected future cash flows of the asset group related to the long-lived assets are less than the asset group’s carrying value, an impairment charge is recognized for the difference between estimated fair value and carrying value. In 2024, the Company recorded a right-of-use asset impairment charge of $0.8 million related to the unused leased warehouse facility. There were no additional impairment indicators on the Company’s long-lived and definite-lived intangible assets in 2025.

Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are assessed at least annually, but also whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying values may not be recoverable. Factors that could trigger an impairment review include (a) significant underperformance relative to historical or projected future operating results; (b) significant changes in the manner of use of the acquired assets or the strategy for the Company’s overall business; (c) significant negative industry or economic trends; (d) significant decline in the Company’s stock price for a sustained period; and (e) a decline in the Company’s market capitalization below net book value. When performing the Company’s evaluation of goodwill for impairment, if it concludes qualitatively that it is more likely that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, the Company performs its annual goodwill impairment test by comparing the fair value of a reporting unit with its carrying amount. If the carrying amount exceeds the fair value a goodwill impairment charge would be recorded for the amount by which the reporting unit’s carrying amount exceeds its fair value. In addition, identifiable intangible assets having indefinite lives are reviewed for impairment on an annual basis using a methodology consistent with that used to evaluate goodwill.

The Company conducted its annual impairment assessment on November 1, 2025, and compared the fair value of the reporting unit to the carrying value. No goodwill impairment charges have been recorded during the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 or 2023.

Income Taxes

The Company accounts for income taxes in accordance with the asset and liability method. Under the asset and liability method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized based on the differences between the financial statement carrying value of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases based on enacted tax laws and statutory tax rates applicable to the periods in which the Company expects the temporary differences to reverse.

A valuation allowance is established for deferred tax assets when management anticipates that it is more likely than not that all, or a portion, of these assets would not be realized. In determining whether a valuation allowance is warranted, all positive and negative evidence and all sources of taxable income such as prior earnings history, expected future earnings, carryback and carryforward periods and tax strategies are considered to estimate if sufficient future taxable income will be generated to realize the deferred tax asset. The assessment of the adequacy of a valuation allowance is based on estimates of taxable income by jurisdiction and the period over which deferred tax assets will be recoverable. In the event that actual results differ from these estimates, or these estimates are adjusted in future periods for current trends or expected changes in assumptions, the Company may need to modify the level of valuation allowance which could materially impact the Company's business, financial condition, and results of operations.

The tax effects of uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in income tax returns are recognized only if they are “more likely-than-not” to be sustained on examination by the taxing authorities based on the technical merits as of the reporting date. The tax benefits recognized in the financial statements from such positions are measured based on the largest benefit that has a greater than fifty percent likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. The Company recognizes estimated accrued interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions in “income tax expense” on the consolidated statement of operations.

The Company and its domestic subsidiaries file a consolidated federal income tax return, while the Company’s foreign subsidiary files in its respective local jurisdictions.

Leases

The Company determines if an arrangement is a lease at inception. The Company leases office spaces that provide for future minimum rental lease payments under non-cancelable operating leases that have remaining lease terms of one year to eight years, and do not contain any material residual value guarantees or material restrictive covenants. For operating leases, the Company includes and reports operating lease right-of-use (“ROU”) assets, sundry payables and accrued expenses, and noncurrent operating lease liabilities on the consolidated balance sheet for leases with a term longer than twelve months. Finance leases are reported on the consolidated balance sheets in property, plant and equipment, current portion of other debt, and long-term debt.

Operating lease ROU assets and operating lease liabilities are recognized at the lease commencement date based on the present value of the total lease payments over the lease term. The ROU assets represent the right to use an underlying leased asset over the existing lease term, and the corresponding lease liabilities represent the obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease agreement. As most of the Company’s leases do not provide for an implicit rate, the Company utilizes the secured incremental borrowing rate based on the information available when determining the present value of our lease payments. The lease terms may include options to terminate, or extend, our lease

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when it is reasonably certain that the Company will execute the option. Lease agreements may contain lease and non-lease components, which are generally accounted for separately. Operating lease expense is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

Business Combinations

The Company allocates the purchase price of acquisitions to the tangible and intangible assets acquired, liabilities assumed, and non-controlling interests in the acquiree based on their estimated fair value at the acquisition date. The excess of the acquisition price over those estimated fair values is recorded as goodwill. Changes to the acquisition date provisional fair values prior to the expiration of the measurement period, a period not to exceed 12 months from date of acquisition, are recorded as an adjustment to the associated goodwill. Acquisition related expenses and restructuring costs, if any, are recognized separately from the business combination and are expensed as incurred.

Fair Value of Financial Instruments

The Company determines fair value as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. The Company uses a hierarchical structure to prioritize the inputs used to measure fair value into three broad levels. The fair value hierarchy gives the highest priority to quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level 1), then to quoted market prices for similar assets or liabilities in active or inactive markets (Level 2) and gives the lowest priority to unobservable inputs (Level 3).

Financial instruments consist of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and debt instruments. Cash equivalents are stated at amortized cost, which approximates fair value as of the consolidated balance sheet dates, due to the short period of time to maturity; and accounts receivable and accounts payable are stated at their carrying value, which approximates fair value due to the short time to the expected receipt or payment. The carrying value of the Revolving Credit Facility and Term Loan equals fair value as the stated interest rate approximates market rates currently available to the Company.

The Company did not have any non-financial assets or non-financial liabilities recognized at fair value on a recurring basis at December 31, 2025.

Foreign Currency Translation

Balance sheet accounts of the Company’s foreign subsidiaries are translated at the exchange rate in effect at the end of each period. Statement of operations accounts are translated using the weighted average of the prevailing exchange rates during each period. Gains or losses resulting from foreign currency transactions are included on the Company’s consolidated statements of operations within Other non-operating expense, net, whereas translation adjustments are reflected on the consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss) within Foreign currency translation adjustment.

Concentration of Credit Risk

Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to concentrations of credit risk consist principally of investments in cash, cash equivalents and accounts receivables. The Company is exposed to credit risk and liquidity risk in the event of default by the financial institutions or issuers of investments in excess of FDIC insured limits. The Company performs periodic evaluations of the relative credit standing of these financial institutions and limits the amount of credit exposure with any institution.

Accounts receivable are unsecured and represent amounts due based on contractual obligations of customers. Accounts receivable from the Company's major customers representing 10% or more of total accounts receivable were as follows:

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Customer A

 

 

33.8

%

 

 

33.7

%

Customer B

 

 

17.5

%

 

 

10.6

%

Customer C

 

 

17.4

%

 

 

14.1

%

Customer D

 

 

12.4

%

 

 

13.7

%

 

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Customers that accounted for more than 10% of revenue during the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023 were as follows:

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Customer A

 

 

27.6

%

 

 

24.4

%

 

 

24.4

%

Customer B

 

 

17.6

%

 

 

16.9

%

 

 

17.7

%

Customer C

 

 

13.6

%

 

 

12.1

%

 

 

11.0

%

 

Concentrations of credit risk with respect to accounts receivable are mitigated by performing ongoing credit evaluations of customers to assess the probability of collection based on a number of factors, including past transaction experience with the customer, evaluation of their credit history, limiting the credit extended, and review of the invoicing terms of the contract. In addition, the Company has credit insurance in place through a third-party insurer against defaults by certain other domestic and international customers, subject to policy limits. The Company generally does not require customers to provide collateral to support accounts receivable. The Company has recorded an allowance for credit losses for those receivables that were determined not to be collectible, which is not material.

Foreign cash balances at December 31, 2025 and 2024 were $8.7 million and $4.5 million, respectively.

Segment Information

The company operates in a single reportable segment, referred to as gaming accessories. The entire business is managed by a single management team whose chief operating decision maker is the Chief Executive Officer, who reviews financial information presented on a consolidated basis for purposes of allocating resources and evaluating financial performance.

Accounting Pronouncements Issued and Adopted

 

In December 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures, which includes amendments that further enhance income tax disclosures, primarily through standardization and disaggregation of rate reconciliation categories and income taxes paid by jurisdiction. This ASU is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024 and allows for adoption on a prospective basis, with early adoption is permitted. The Company adopted this standard and has appropriately made the disclosures required by this authoritative guidance (see Note 8).

Accounting Pronouncements Issued but Not Yet Adopted

 

The Company considers the applicability and impact of all Accounting Standards Update (“ASUs"). ASUs not referenced below were assessed and determined to be either not applicable or are not expected to have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.

In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03, Reporting Comprehensive Income—Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40): Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses, which is intended to improve disclosures related to certain income statement expenses of the Company. This ASU is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2026, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this standard to determine its impact on the Company's disclosures.

 

In July 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-05, Financial Instruments-Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses for Accounts Receivable and Contract Assets, which provides a practical expedient and accounting policy election which will result in reduced complexity for the measurement of credit losses arising from transactions accounted for under ASC 606—Revenue from Contracts with Customers, which include current contract assets and current contract receivable. Specifically, the practical expedient permits entities to assume that current conditions as of the balance sheet date do not change for the remaining life of the asset, and the accounting policy election permits an entity other than a public business entity to consider collection activity after the balance sheet date when estimating expected credit losses. Entities electing to apply the practical expedient and the accounting policy election, if applicable, should apply the amendments prospectively. This ASU will be effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2025, and interim reporting periods within those annual reporting periods, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this standard to determine its impact on the Company's disclosures.

 

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In September 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-06, Intangibles - Goodwill and Other - Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40), which modernizes and simplifies the accounting costs incurred to develop or acquire internal use software costs. The update eliminates the legacy three-stage waterfall model - preliminary, application development, and post-implementation. Under the new standard, capitalization begins when management authorizes and commits funding for the project and completion is probable, aligning better with agile and iterative development practices. The types of costs eligible remain unchanged, and the update does not affect accounting for software developed for sale or licensing. This ASU will be effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2025, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this standard and does not expect that it will have a material impact on its disclosures.

 

In December 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-11, Interim Reporting (Topic 270): Narrow-Scope Improvements, which clarifies that all entities issuing interim financial statements under U.S. GAAP must follow ASC 270. The update requires interim financial statements to include a full set of financial information (or condensed versions with clarified format), mandates disclosure of material events since year-end, and provides a consolidated list of required interim disclosures. This ASU will be effective for interim reporting periods within annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2027, with early adoption permitted. The amendments in this update can be applied either prospectively or retrospectively to any or all prior periods presented in the financial statements. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this standard and does not expect that it will have a material impact on its disclosures.

Note 3. Business Combinations

On March 13, 2024, the Company acquired all the issued and outstanding equity of PDP for consideration that included cash and common stock. PDP was a privately held gaming accessories leader that designs and distributes video game accessories, including controllers, headsets, power supplies, cases, and other accessories. As a result of the acquisition, the Company strengthened its leadership position in hardware and gaming accessories and expanded its product portfolio.

Consideration for the transaction consisted of the issuance of 3.45 million shares of Company common stock and approximately $78.9 million in cash, subject to customary post-closing adjustments for working capital, closing cash, closing debt and closing third party expenses. On a fully-diluted basis, issued stock represented approximately 16.4% of the total issued and outstanding shares of the Company as of the closing date. The fair value of the 3.45 million common shares issued as part of the consideration was determined on the basis of the closing market price of the Company’s common shares on the acquisition date, or $11.03 per share. As a result, the total final purchase consideration was $114.4 million, partially funded by borrowing on the term loan facility (see Note 7). For the year ended December 31, 2024, the Company recognized $9.8 million of acquisition related costs.

The following table summarizes preliminary allocation of the consideration transferred to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the acquisition date:

 

(in thousands)

 

Amount

 

Cash

 

$

1,562

 

Accounts Receivable

 

 

23,888

 

Inventory

 

 

22,721

 

Prepaid and Other Current Assets

 

 

3,195

 

Property, Plant & Equipment

 

 

1,161

 

Other Assets

 

 

3,478

 

Intangible Assets

 

 

47,769

 

Accounts Payable

 

 

(12,535

)

Accrued Liabilities

 

 

(6,268

)

Lease Payable

 

 

(2,726

)

Deferred Tax Liability

 

 

(7,592

)

Total identifiable net assets

 

 

74,653

 

Goodwill

 

 

39,741

 

Total consideration

 

$

114,394

 

 

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On January 28, 2025, the Company finalized the post-closing adjustments related to the acquisition of PDP, resulting in a $2.5 million payment from the sellers to the Company. The payment was received by the Company in January 2025 and was accounted for as a reduction of purchase consideration during the year ended December 31, 2025.

The goodwill from the acquisition, which is not deductible for tax purposes, consists largely of synergies and economies of scale expected from adding the operations of PDP's and the Company’s existing business and supply channels.

 

Note 4. Fair Value Measurement

The Company follows a three-level fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs used to measure fair value. This hierarchy requires entities to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. The three levels of inputs used to measure fair value are as follows:

Level 1 — Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 — Observable inputs other than quoted prices included in Level 1, such as quoted prices for markets that are not active, or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data.
Level 3 — Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities. This includes certain pricing models, discounted cash flow methodologies and similar techniques that use significant unobservable inputs.

Financial instruments consist of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and the revolving line of credit. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, the Company has not elected the fair value option for any financial assets and liabilities for which such an election would have been permitted.

The following is a summary of the carrying amounts and estimated fair values of the Company’s financial instruments at December 31, 2025 and 2024 (in thousands):

 

 

 

December 31, 2025

 

 

December 31, 2024

 

 

 

Reported

 

 

Fair Value

 

 

Reported

 

 

Fair Value

 

 

 

 

 

Financial Assets and Liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

16,963

 

 

$

16,963

 

 

$

12,995

 

 

$

12,995

 

 

Cash equivalents are stated at amortized cost, which approximates fair value as of the consolidated balance sheet dates, due to the short period of time to maturity; and accounts receivable and accounts payable are stated at their carrying value, which approximates fair value due to the short time to the expected receipt or payment. The carrying values of the Revolving Credit Facility and Term Loan due 2028 approximate fair value as their stated interest rates reflect current market rates.

 

 

Note 5. Balance Sheet Components

Inventories

Inventories consist of the following (in thousands):

 

 

 

December 31,
2025

 

 

December 31,
2024

 

 

 

 

 

Finished goods

 

$

64,006

 

 

$

67,145

 

Raw materials

 

 

5,216

 

 

 

4,106

 

Total inventories

 

$

69,222

 

 

$

71,251

 

 

One of the Company’s third-party logistics providers experienced a loss of Turtle Beach inventory during the fourth quarter of 2024 while in transit to one of the Company’s customers which impacted the result of operations for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024. The Company recorded the loss of inventory in the amount of $3.4 million within “cost of revenue” on the consolidated statement of operations.

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During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company received insurance proceeds of $9.4 million from the loss of inventory and recorded the amount within operating income.

 

Property and Equipment, net

Property and equipment, net consists of the following (in thousands):

 

 

 

December 31,
2025

 

 

December 31,
2024

 

 

 

 

 

Machinery and equipment

 

$

1,079

 

 

$

2,761

 

Software and software development

 

 

2,138

 

 

 

2,858

 

Furniture and fixtures

 

 

1,251

 

 

 

1,679

 

Tooling

 

 

10,150

 

 

 

14,062

 

Leasehold improvements

 

 

1,159

 

 

 

2,323

 

Demonstration units and convention booths

 

 

2,356

 

 

 

17,818

 

Total property and equipment, gross

 

 

18,133

 

 

 

41,501

 

Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization

 

 

(15,138

)

 

 

(35,657

)

Total property and equipment, net

 

$

2,995

 

 

$

5,844

 

 

During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company completed a review of its fixed assets ledger and wrote-off certain fully depreciated demonstration units and tooling with an aggregate carrying amount of $24.4 million. There were no proceeds recognized upon disposal and no gain or loss recorded on the write-off of these assets.

 

 

Depreciation and amortization expense on property and equipment for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023 was $4.4 million, $4.4 million and $3.8 million, respectively.

Other Current Liabilities

Other current liabilities consist of the following (in thousands):

 

 

 

December 31,
2025

 

 

December 31,
2024

 

 

 

 

 

Accrued royalty

 

$

8,088

 

 

$

11,326

 

Accrued tax-related payables

 

 

3,919

 

 

 

7,123

 

Accrued employee expenses

 

 

2,487

 

 

 

3,714

 

Accrued marketing

 

 

2,164

 

 

 

3,045

 

Accrued freight

 

 

1,839

 

 

 

1,635

 

Accrued expenses

 

 

6,292

 

 

 

11,328

 

Total other current liabilities

 

$

24,789

 

 

$

38,171

 

 

 

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Note 6. Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets

Intangible Assets

Identifiable intangible assets, and related accumulated amortization, as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 consist of (in thousands):

 

 

 

December 31, 2025

 

 

 

Gross
Carrying
Value

 

 

Accumulated
Amortization

 

 

Net Book
Value

 

 

 

 

 

Customer relationships

 

$

10,285

 

 

$

7,034

 

 

$

3,251

 

Tradenames

 

 

18,293

 

 

 

6,681

 

 

 

11,612

 

Developed technology

 

 

27,706

 

 

 

8,273

 

 

 

19,433

 

Patent and trademarks

 

 

784

 

 

 

736

 

 

 

48

 

Total Intangible Assets

 

$

57,068

 

 

$

22,724

 

 

$

34,344

 

 

 

 

December 31, 2024

 

 

 

Gross
Carrying
Value

 

 

Accumulated
Amortization

 

 

Net Book
Value

 

 

 

 

 

Customer relationships

 

$

10,880

 

 

$

6,533

 

 

$

4,347

 

Tradenames

 

 

18,293

 

 

 

4,451

 

 

 

13,842

 

Developed technology

 

 

27,706

 

 

 

3,656

 

 

 

24,050

 

Patent and trademarks

 

 

784

 

 

 

625

 

 

 

159

 

Total Intangible Assets

 

$

57,663

 

 

$

15,265

 

 

$

42,398

 

 

Amortization expense related to definite lived intangible assets was $8.1 million, $7.0 million and $1.0 million for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

As of December 31, 2025, estimated annual amortization expense related to definite lived intangible assets in future periods is as follows (in thousands):

 

 

 

 

 

2026

 

$

7,763

 

2027

 

 

7,590

 

2028

 

 

7,590

 

2029

 

 

7,590

 

2030

 

 

3,346

 

Thereafter

 

 

465

 

Total

 

$

34,344

 

 

All goodwill is attributable to the gaming accessories reporting unit. Changes in the carrying values of goodwill for twelve months ended December 31, 2025 are as follows (in thousands):

 

 

 

 

 

Balance as of January 1, 2025

 

$

52,942

 

Purchase price adjustment

 

 

(2,514

)

Balance as of December 31, 2025

 

$

50,428

 

 

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Note 7. Credit Facilities and Long-Term Debt

 

 

December 31, 2025

 

 

December 31, 2024

 

(in thousands)

 

 

Revolving credit facility

$

29,383

 

 

$

49,412

 

Term loan

$

55,714

 

 

$

48,958

 

 

Total interest expense, inclusive of amortization of deferred financing costs, on long-term debt obligations was $7.9 million, $8.3 million and $0.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Amortization of deferred financing costs was $1.0 million, $0.9 million and $0.1 million for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Revolving Credit Facility

 

In 2024, the Company maintained a Revolving Credit Facility with Bank of America that provided up to $50.0 million in borrowing capacity, including a $10.0 million sub-facility for TB Europe, and was secured by substantially all Company assets. On March 13, 2024, the Company entered into a Fourth Amendment, dated as of March 13, 2024 (the “Fourth Amendment”), to the Revolving Credit Facility. The Company executed a Fourth Amendment to the facility, extending the maturity to March 13, 2027, incorporating PDP acquisition assets into the U.S. Borrowing Base and updating interest rate and fee terms. The facility included customary covenants, included a minimum fixed-charge coverage ratio when availability thresholds were not met, and restrictions on additional indebtedness, dividends share repurchases, certain investments, mergers, and asset sales.

On August 1, 2025, the Company entered into a Credit Agreement (the “Credit Agreement”), discussed below, and made a payment of $16.0 million from the Bank of America term loan facility, including $15.9 million and $0.1 million of principal and accrued interest, respectively, to pay off the outstanding Revolving Credit Facility on this date. The Company treated the Credit Agreement as a partial extinguishment to the Revolving Credit Facility and recognized a loss on extinguishment of debt of $0.3 million to write-off the unamortized deferred financing costs in interest expense on the consolidated statements of operations.

Term Loan

In March 2024, the Company entered into a $50.0 million Term Loan Facility with Blue Torch Finance, LLC to support the PDP acquisition, repay certain indebtedness of the acquired business, cover transaction‑related fees, and provide general corporate liquidity. The facility was being amortized over its term, was secured by substantially all Company assets, and carried a prepayment premium that expired in March 2025.

The Term Loan Facility was scheduled to mature on March 13, 2027 and included interest rates tied to base rate or Secured Overnight Financing Rate benchmarks with leverage‑based pricing tiers, as well as customary affirmative, negative, and financial covenants, including minimum liquidity and quarterly total net leverage requirements. As discussed below, the facility was refinanced in 2025 in connection with the Company’s new Credit Agreement.

On August 1, 2025, the Term Loan Facility was repaid in full from the proceeds of the Bank of America credit agreement, discussed below, for the amount of $43.2 million. The Company treated the repayment as a debt extinguishment and recognized a loss on extinguishment of debt of $1.7 million to write-off the unamortized deferred financing costs in interest expense in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

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Credit Agreement

 

On August 1, 2025, the Company and certain of its subsidiaries (the “Borrowers”) entered into the Credit Agreement with Bank of America, as the administrative agent, the swingline lender and the line of credit issuer. The Credit Agreement, matures on August 1, 2028 and includes a $60.0 million term loan facility and a $90.0 million revolving credit facility with designated sub-facility limits of (i) $15.0 million for the U.K. Borrower, (ii) $10.0 million for a swingline facility and (iii) $5.0 million for letters of credit. Actual credit availability under the revolving facility is subject to a borrowing base limitation that is calculated based on a percentage of eligible trade accounts receivable and inventories, the balances of which fluctuate, and is subject to discretionary reserves and revaluation adjustments. The Borrowers may utilize the facilities for borrowings as well as for the issuance of letters of credit, repaying existing indebtedness outstanding as of the effective date of the Credit Agreement and ongoing working capital and general corporate purposes as defined by the Credit Agreement. The facilities under the Credit Agreement replaced the Company’s previous debt arrangements.

 

Borrowings bear interest at a rate that varies depending on the type of loan and the Borrower. The interest rate is calculated using a floating rate plus a margin. Depending on the type of loan, the floating rate will either be the prime rate announced by Bank of America, Term SOFR, Daily Simple SOFR, EURIBOR or SONIA. The margin ranges from 2.00% to 2.75% for base rate loans and SONIA based loans and from 3.00% to 3.75% for Term SOFR, Daily Simple SOFR and EURIBOR loans. The Credit Agreement also provides for an unused line fee, letter of credit fees, and agent fees. The Borrowers will be able to voluntarily prepay the principal of any advance, without penalty or premium, at any time in whole or in part, subject to certain breakage costs. As of December 31, 2025, interest rates for the term loan and revolving credit facilities were 7.27% and 7.11%, respectively.

 

The Credit Agreement requires the Company and its subsidiaries to (i) maintain a fixed charge coverage ratio, defined as the ratio, determined on a consolidated basis for the Company and its subsidiaries for the applicable measurement period, of (a) EBITDA minus unfinanced capital expenditures and cash taxes paid for such period to (b) consolidated interest charges for such period plus principal payments or redemptions of outstanding debt plus certain restricted payments and (ii) maintain a consolidated leverage ratio, defined as the ratio, determined on a consolidated basis for the Company and its subsidiaries for the applicable measurement period, of (a) certain funded indebtedness minus unrestricted cash up to a maximum of $12.0 million to (b) EBITDA.

 

The Credit Agreement also contains affirmative and negative covenants that, subject to certain exceptions, limit our ability to take certain actions, including our ability to incur debt, pay dividends and repurchase stock, make certain investments and other payments, enter into certain mergers and consolidations, engage in sale leaseback transactions and transactions with affiliates, and encumber and dispose of assets. The Credit Agreement contains customary events of default, including defaults triggered by the failure to make payments when due, breaches of covenants and representations, material impairment in the perfection of the lenders’ security interest in the collateral, and events related to bankruptcy and insolvency of the Company and its subsidiaries. If an event of default occurs and is continuing, the lenders may terminate and/or suspend their obligations to make loans and issue letters of credit and/or accelerate amounts due under the Credit Agreement and exercise other rights and remedies. To secure their obligations under the Credit Agreement, the Company and each of the other loan parties granted an all-assets lien with a first priority security interest in substantially all of their assets to the administrative agent.

As of December 31, 2025, the Company was in compliance with all the financial covenants under the Credit Agreement and excess borrowing availability was approximately $41.1 million.

As part of the Credit Agreement, the Company recorded an aggregate amount of deferred debt financing costs of $2.3 million.

On December 29, 2025, the Company entered into a First Amendment to its Credit Agreement (the "First Amendment"). The First Amendment revised clause (b)(iii) of the definition of “Consolidated Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio” to permit the Company to exclude from the denominator of such ratio up to $10.0 million of restricted payments for the trailing twelve‑month period ended March 31, 2026, and an additional $10.0 million of restricted payments for the trailing twelve‑month period ended June 30, 2026. Aside from this modification, all other material terms, covenants, and conditions of the Credit Agreement remained unchanged.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Maturities of Term Loan Debt

As of December 31, 2025, maturities of debt, assuming no prepayments, are as follows (in thousands):

 

2026

 

$

8,571

 

2027

 

 

8,571

 

2028

 

 

38,572

 

 

 

 

55,714

 

Less:

 

 

 

Current portion

 

 

(8,571

)

Unamortized debt discount

 

 

(804

)

Total Term Loan, non-current

 

$

46,339

 

 

 

Note 8. Income Taxes

Income (loss) before income taxes consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

 

$

10,438

 

 

$

4,268

 

 

$

(20,116

)

Foreign

 

 

6,364

 

 

 

6,404

 

 

 

2,775

 

Income (loss) before income tax

 

$

16,802

 

 

$

10,672

 

 

$

(17,341

)

The provision for income taxes consists of the following (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

Federal:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current

 

$

(206

)

 

$

(12

)

 

$

4

 

Deferred

 

 

(42

)

 

 

(6,809

)

 

 

8

 

Total Federal

 

 

(248

)

 

 

(6,821

)

 

 

12

 

State and Local:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current

 

 

(187

)

 

 

44

 

 

 

(539

)

Deferred

 

 

20

 

 

 

(727

)

 

 

17

 

Total State and Local

 

 

(167

)

 

 

(683

)

 

 

(522

)

Foreign

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current

 

 

1,579

 

 

 

2,077

 

 

 

848

 

Deferred

 

 

(93

)

 

 

(84

)

 

 

 

Total Foreign

 

 

1,486

 

 

 

1,993

 

 

 

848

 

Total

 

$

1,071

 

 

$

(5,511

)

 

$

338

 

 

 

 

 

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The Company's actual provision for tax differed from the amounts computed by applying the U.S. federal income tax rate of 21% to pretax income as a result of the following: (in thousands, except percentages):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Year Ended 'December 31, 2025

 

 

 

Amount

 

 

Percentage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Federal tax at statutory rate

 

$

3,528

 

 

 

21

%

Domestic Federal:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Change in valuation allowance

 

 

(2,383

)

 

 

(14.2

%)

Non-taxable and non-deductible

 

 

427

 

 

 

2.5

%

Intangible assets

 

 

(818

)

 

 

(4.9

%)

Other

 

 

(578

)

 

 

(3.4

%)

Tax credits

 

 

(400

)

 

 

(2.4

%)

Domestic state and local income taxes, net of federal benefit

 

 

288

 

 

 

1.7

%

Foreign tax effects

 

 

1,548

 

 

 

9.2

%

Worldwide changes in unrecognized tax benefit

 

 

(541

)

 

 

(3.2

%)

Provision (benefit) for income taxes

 

$

1,071

 

 

 

6.4

%

 

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The Company determines the amount of state tax liability based on current year operations. In accordance with the guidance under ASU 2023-09, Texas and California contributed to a majority of the effect of the state income taxes.

 

The reconciliation between the provision (benefit) for income taxes and the provision (benefit) for income taxes at the U.S. federal statutory rate before the adoption of ASU 2023-09 is as follows (in thousands, except percentages):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U.S. Operations

 

$

4,268

 

 

$

(20,116

)

Foreign Operations

 

 

6,404

 

 

 

2,775

 

Income (loss) before income taxes

 

 

10,672

 

 

 

(17,341

)

Federal statutory rate

 

 

21

%

 

 

21

%

Provision (benefit) for income taxes at federal statutory rate

 

 

2,241

 

 

 

(3,642

)

State taxes, net of federal benefit

 

 

526

 

 

 

(385

)

Foreign tax rate differential

 

 

275

 

 

 

135

 

Change in valuation allowance

 

 

(1,453

)

 

 

2,850

 

Excess tax benefit recognized

 

 

(368

)

 

 

287

 

Valuation allowance reduction due to acquired liabilities

 

 

(7,592

)

 

 

 

Foreign tax credit

 

 

(8

)

 

 

(96

)

Research and development credit

 

 

(539

)

 

 

(558

)

Global intangible low taxed income

 

 

8

 

 

 

858

 

Change in unrecognized tax benefits

 

 

(245

)

 

 

(330

)

Section 162(m)

 

 

414

 

 

 

1,237

 

Business transaction costs

 

 

442

 

 

 

 

Other

 

 

788

 

 

 

(18

)

Provision (benefit) for income taxes

 

$

(5,511

)

 

$

338

 

The tax effects of significant items comprising the Company’s deferred tax assets (liabilities) are as follows (in thousands):

 

 

 

December 31, 2025

 

 

December 31, 2024

 

 

 

 

 

Allowance for doubtful accounts

 

$

4

 

 

$

4

 

Fixed assets

 

 

(305

)

 

 

(740

)

Goodwill

 

 

(757

)

 

 

(1,501

)

Employee benefits

 

 

1,815

 

 

 

2,254

 

Intangible assets

 

 

(6,848

)

 

 

(8,600

)

Interest carryforward

 

 

1,734

 

 

 

1,790

 

Inventories

 

 

814

 

 

 

1,110

 

Lease liability

 

 

1,353

 

 

 

1,717

 

Net operating loss

 

 

8,455

 

 

 

6,170

 

Research and development expenses

 

 

2,502

 

 

 

9,131

 

Right of use asset

 

 

(1,073

)

 

 

(1,568

)

Sales reserves

 

 

1,256

 

 

 

1,270

 

Tax credits

 

 

953

 

 

 

1,016

 

Unrecognized tax benefits

 

 

 

 

 

232

 

Other

 

 

327

 

 

 

492

 

 

 

10,230

 

 

 

12,777

 

Valuation allowance

 

 

(10,666

)

 

 

(13,049

)

Net deferred tax liabilities

 

$

(436

)

 

$

(272

)

 

 

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As required by the authoritative guidance on accounting for income taxes, the Company assesses the realizability of its net deferred tax assets by evaluating all available evidence, both positive and negative, including (1) cumulative results of operations in recent years, (2) sources of recent losses, (3) estimates of future taxable income and (4) the length of net operating loss carryforward periods. The Company believes that based on the history of its U.S. losses and other factors, the weight of available evidence indicates that it is more likely than not that it will not be able to realize its U.S. net deferred tax assets. Accordingly, the U.S. net deferred tax assets have been offset by a full valuation allowance. The valuation allowance changed by $(2.4) million for the tax year ended December 31, 2025 and changed by $(9.0) million for the tax year ended December 31, 2024. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had domestic federal net operating loss carryforwards of $25.6 million. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had state federal net operating loss carryforwards of $42.7 million that can reduce future taxable income. The domestic federal net operating losses have indefinite carryforward lives. Certain domestic states have indefinite carryforward lives while others will begin to expire in 2029. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had credit carryforwards of $1.0 million that can reduce future taxable income. The credits will begin to expire in 2026 and 2027, respectively.

A reconciliation of the beginning and ending amounts of unrecognized tax benefits is as follows (in thousands):

 

 

 

December 31, 2025

 

 

December 31, 2024

 

 

 

 

 

Gross unrecognized tax benefit, beginning of period

 

$

1,784

 

 

$

2,284

 

Additions based on tax positions related to the current year

 

 

128

 

 

 

128

 

Additions related to tax positions in a prior year

 

 

113

 

 

 

 

Settlements related to tax positions in a prior period

 

 

 

 

 

(178

)

Decreases based on tax positions in a prior period

 

 

128

 

 

 

(450

)

Reclasses

 

 

(354

)

 

 

 

Gross unrecognized tax benefit, end of period

 

$

1,799

 

 

$

1,784

 

 

 

The Company recognizes only those tax positions that meet the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold and establishes tax reserves for uncertain tax positions that do not meet this threshold. To the extent these unrecognized tax benefits are ultimately recognized, approximately $1.8 million will impact the Company's effective tax rate and $0.1 million will be offset by a valuation allowance in future periods. The Company is filing for relief provisions in certain jurisdictions and based on such anticipated filings, it is reasonably possible that amounts of unrecognized tax benefits could decrease by $0.1 million within the next twelve months. Interest and penalties associated with income tax matters are included in the provision for income taxes. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had uncertain tax positions of $1.8 million, inclusive of $0.4 million of interest and penalties.

 

The amounts of cash income taxes paid, net of refunds, for the year ended December 31, 2025 were as follows:

 

 

 

Year Ended December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

 

 

 

Federal taxes

 

$

(943

)

U.S. state and local:

 

 

 

Illinois

 

 

110

 

Kentucky

 

 

148

 

Texas

 

 

120

 

Other states

 

 

143

 

Foreign taxes:

 

 

 

U.K.

 

 

2,758

 

Taiwan

 

 

179

 

Other

 

 

8

 

Total cash income taxes paid (net of refunds)

 

$

2,523

 

 

The amount of cash income taxes paid, net of refunds, during the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 was $0.2 million and $0.1 million, respectively.

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The Company is not currently under examination by federal, state or foreign taxing jurisdictions. Further, at any given time, multiple tax years may be subject to examination by various taxing authorities. The recorded amounts of income tax are subject to adjustment upon examination, changes in interpretation and changes in judgment utilized in determining estimates.

The Company considers the earnings of its foreign entities to be permanently reinvested outside the United States based on estimates that future cash generation will be sufficient to meet future domestic cash needs. Accordingly, deferred taxes have not been recorded for the undistributed earnings of the Company's foreign subsidiaries. As a result of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act ("TCJA") and the current U.S. taxation of deemed repatriated earnings, the additional taxes that might be payable upon repatriation of foreign earnings are not significant.

The TCJA introduced a provision to tax global intangible low-taxed income (“GILTI”) of foreign subsidiaries and a measure to tax certain intercompany payments under the base erosion anti-abuse tax “BEAT” regime. For the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, the Company did not generate intercompany transactions that met the BEAT threshold but does have to include GILTI relating to the Company's foreign subsidiaries. The Company elected to account for GILTI as a current period cost.

The Company is subject to income taxes domestically and in various foreign jurisdictions. The Company files U.S., state and foreign income tax returns in jurisdictions with various statutes of limitations. The federal tax years open under the statute of limitations are 2021 through 2023, the state tax years open under the statute of limitations are 2021 through 2023, and the foreign tax years open under the statute of limitations are 2021-2023.

 

On August 16, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law. The Inflation Reduction Act includes various tax provisions, which are effective for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2023. For tax years beginning after December 31, 2021, the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act of 2017 eliminated the option to deduct research and development expenditures as incurred and instead required taxpayers to capitalize and amortize them over five or 15 years beginning in 2022. The Company included the impact of the research and development expenditures in its December 31, 2024 and 2023 tax expense. The Inflation Reduction Act includes a 1% excise tax on publicly traded US corporations for the value of its stock repurchased after December 31, 2022. The Company did not incur excise tax on stock repurchased for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023. The Company will continue to monitor possible future impact of changes in tax legislation.

 

In July 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA”) was enacted, restoring immediate expensing for domestic research and development (“R&D”) expenditures and providing transition rules for amounts previously capitalized under Internal Revenue Code Section 174. For the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company has elected, as permitted under OBBBA, to deduct in the current year all remaining unamortized domestic R&D costs that were capitalized in prior years, as well as to immediately expense all qualifying current‑year domestic R&D expenditures. This election resulted in a significant increase in deductible expenses for income tax purposes in 2025, reducing the Company’s current federal taxable income and impacting the measurement of related deferred tax assets and liabilities. Foreign R&D expenditures continue to be capitalized and amortized over 15 years in accordance with applicable tax law. The Company will continue to monitor the impact of OBBBA on its effective tax rate and cash tax position in future periods.

 

Note 9. Net Income (Loss) Per Share

The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted net income (loss) per share of common stock attributable to common stockholders (in thousands, except per-share data):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

Net income (loss)

 

$

15,731

 

 

$

16,183

 

 

$

(17,679

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weighted average common shares outstanding — Basic

 

 

20,263

 

 

 

20,022

 

 

 

17,135

 

Plus incremental shares from assumed conversions:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Effect of dilutive securities

 

 

193

 

 

 

810

 

 

 

 

Weighted average common shares outstanding — Diluted

 

 

20,456

 

 

 

20,832

 

 

 

17,135

 

Net income (loss) per share:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

$

0.78

 

 

$

0.81

 

 

$

(1.03

)

Diluted

 

$

0.77

 

 

$

0.78

 

 

$

(1.03

)

 

The weighted average common shares outstanding for basic and diluted includes the Company's wholly-funded warrants.

 

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Incremental shares from stock options and restricted stock awards are computed by the treasury stock method. The treasury stock method calculates dilution assuming the exercise of all in-the-money options and vesting of restricted stock, reduced by the repurchase of shares with the proceeds from the assumed exercises, unrecognized compensation expense for outstanding awards and the estimated tax benefit of the assumed exercises.

 

The weighted average shares listed below were not included in the computation of diluted earnings per share because to do so would have been anti-dilutive for the periods presented or were otherwise excluded under the treasury stock method (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

Stock options

 

 

185

 

 

 

361

 

 

 

1,374

 

Restricted stock

 

 

384

 

 

 

300

 

 

 

1,404

 

 Total

 

 

569

 

 

 

661

 

 

 

2,778

 

 

Note 10. Equity and Stock-Based Compensation

Stock Repurchase Activity

On May 7, 2025, The Company's Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program to acquire up to $75.0 million of its common stock. The amount and timing of specific repurchases are subject to market conditions, applicable legal requirements, restrictions in the Company’s debt agreements and other factors. The Company intends to fund the share repurchases using cash from operations or borrowings and may suspend or discontinue repurchases at any time. The share repurchase program is scheduled to expire on May 6, 2027.

On August 14, 2025, the Company entered into a stock purchase agreement regarding the purchase and sale of shares of its common stock beneficially owned by DC VGA LLC (“Diversis”), in a private transaction. The Company agreed to purchase 694,926 shares at a price of $14.41 per share of common stock for a total of $10.0 million. In addition, Diversis agreed to sell 693,962 shares to TDG CP LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Donerail”) at a price of $14.41 per share of common stock for a total of $10.0 million. The purchase price per share of common stock for each transaction represents the average of the volume weighted average price of the common stock of the thirty days prior to and including August 14, 2025. Donerail is an entity affiliated with William Wyatt, a member of the Company's Board of Directors and Dave Muscatel, who was a member of the Board of Directors at the time of the transaction, is affiliated with Diversis. The Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, comprised solely of independent directors not affiliated with Diversis and Donerail, approved the transactions. The agreement contains customary representations, warranties and covenants of the parties.

 

During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company has repurchased 1.3 million shares of its common stock. The total cost of the repurchase as of December 31, 2025 was $19.0 million.

 

On April 9, 2019, the Board of Directors authorized a stock purchase program for up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock. The Board expanded the authorization to $25.0 million on April 1, 2021, and extended the program for an additional two years on March 3, 2023. On April 9, 2024, the Board further increased the authorization to $55.0 million. This stock purchase program was utilized prior to the commencement of the May 7, 2025 stock repurchase program.

Stock-Based Compensation

On October 30, 2013, the Board of Directors adopted, and on December 27, 2013, the stockholders approved, the 2013 Stock-Based Incentive Compensation Plan, which was subsequently renamed the 2023 Stock-Based Incentive Compensation Plan (the “2023 Plan”), which was subsequently amended at the 2019, 2021, 2023 and 2025 annual meetings of stockholders to increase the total number of shares of common stock authorized for grant. The Company’s stock-based compensation program is a broad-based program designed to attract and retain employees while also aligning employees’ interests with the interests of the Company's stockholders. In addition, members of the Board of Directors participate in the stock-based compensation program in connection with their service on the Board of Directors.

Stock options awards outstanding under the 2023 Plan are time-based and granted at exercise prices which are equal to the market value of the Company’s common stock on the grant date. These options expire no later than ten years from the date of grant and may be exercised only to the extent they have vested. The options generally vest as specified in the option agreements subject to continued employment and in some instances, to acceleration in certain circumstances. In the event a participant terminates employment with the Company, any vested stock options are generally forfeited if they are not exercised within 90 days.

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Stock awards, primarily restricted stock, under the 2023 Plan are time-based and granted at market value of the Company's common stock on the date of grant. The awards generally vest as specified in the award agreements subject to continued employment and in some instances, to acceleration in certain circumstances. In the event a participant terminates employment with the Company, any unvested stock awards are generally forfeited upon termination.

The following table presents the stock award activity and the total number of shares available for grant as of December 31, 2025:

 

 

 

 

 

Balance at December 31, 2024

 

 

718,674

 

Plan Amendment

 

 

1,510,000

 

Grants

 

 

(674,667

)

Cancelled

 

 

295,087

 

Balance at December 31, 2025

 

 

1,849,094

 

 

Total estimated stock-based compensation expense for employees and non-employees, related to all of the Company's stock-based units, was comprised as follows (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year ended December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

Cost of revenue

 

$

609

 

 

$

727

 

 

$

824

 

Selling and marketing

 

 

1,428

 

 

 

1,928

 

 

 

2,475

 

Research and development

 

 

1,142

 

 

 

1,532

 

 

 

1,870

 

General and administrative

 

 

3,001

 

 

 

1,985

 

 

 

6,814

 

Total stock-based compensation

 

$

6,180

 

 

$

6,172

 

 

$

11,983

 

 

Forfeitures on stock awards are estimated at 10% based on evaluation of historical and expected future turnover for non-executives and 0% for executives. Stock-based compensation expense was recorded net of estimated forfeitures, such that expense was recorded only for those stock-based awards that are expected to vest. The Company reviews this assumption periodically and will adjust it if it is not representative of future forfeiture data and trends within employee types (senior management vs. non-executive).

 

On May 1, 2023, the Company announced that the Company and Juergen Stark, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company, agreed that Mr. Stark would not continue as Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company, with his employment to terminate effective as of the close of business on June 30, 2023. On May 2, 2023, the Company entered into a separation agreement with Mr. Stark, resulting in an acceleration of the total stock-based compensation associated with equity awards granted to him. During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company recorded a total of $4.0 million in stock-based compensation expenses and related payroll that would not have been recognized if Mr. Stark had not announced his retirement.

The associated tax benefit recognized on the consolidated statements of operations for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 was approximately $0.4 million and $0.3 million, respectively.

Stock Option Activity

 

 

 

Options Outstanding

 

 

 

Number of
Shares
Underlying
Outstanding
Options

 

 

Weighted-
Average
Exercise
Price

 

 

Weighted-
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Term

 

 

Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(in years)

 

 

 

 

Outstanding at December 31, 2024

 

 

637,916

 

 

$

9.38

 

 

 

4.55

 

 

$

5,483,767

 

Granted

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exercised

 

 

(238,602

)

 

 

8.33

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Forfeited

 

 

(8,345

)

 

 

10.30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Outstanding at December 31, 2025

 

 

390,969

 

 

$

10.23

 

 

 

3.43

 

 

$

2,174,529

 

Vested and expected to vest at December 31, 2025

 

 

390,969

 

 

$

10.23

 

 

 

3.43

 

 

$

2,174,529

 

Exercisable at December 31, 2025

 

 

390,969

 

 

$

10.23

 

 

 

3.43

 

 

$

2,174,529

 

 

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Aggregate intrinsic value represents the difference between the estimated fair value of the underlying common stock and the exercise price of outstanding, in-the-money options. The aggregate intrinsic value of option exercises was $1.6 million, $2.7 million and $3.3 million for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

As of December 31, 2025, there was no unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested stock options granted to employees.

No options were granted during the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024. Employee stock options vested during 2025; however, the total estimated fair value vested during the year was immaterial. The total estimated fair value of employee options that vested during years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 was $1.2 million and $1.0 million, respectively.

Restricted Stock Activity

 

 

 

Shares

 

 

Weighted
Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
Per Share

 

Nonvested restricted stock at December 31, 2024

 

 

605,356

 

 

$

15.92

 

Granted

 

 

468,783

 

 

 

13.96

 

Vested

 

 

(272,245

)

 

 

17.61

 

Shares forfeited

 

 

(106,527

)

 

 

14.26

 

Nonvested restricted stock at December 31, 2025

 

 

695,367

 

 

$

14.19

 

 

As of December 31, 2025, total unrecognized compensation cost related to the nonvested restricted stock units granted was $7.3 million, which is expected to be recognized over a remaining weighted average vesting period of 2.4 years.

Performance-Based Restricted Share Activity

 

 

 

Number of
Shares
Underlying
Outstanding
Options

 

 

Weighted
Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
Per Share

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Outstanding at December 31, 2024

 

 

253,395

 

 

$

16.25

 

Granted

 

 

205,884

 

 

 

14.68

 

Exercised

 

 

(118,937

)

 

 

15.91

 

Forfeited

 

 

(180,215

)

 

 

16.12

 

Outstanding at December 31, 2025

 

 

160,127

 

 

$

14.63

 

 

As of December 31, 2025, the Company had 160,127 performance-based restricted share units (“PSUs”) outstanding. On April 1, 2025, the Company granted 205,884 PSUs to certain members of our management team under the 2023 Plan. The vesting of PSUs is conditional upon the achievement of certain stock price appreciation targets between May 1, 2025 and May 1, 2026, internal financial targets for the year ended December 31, 2025, and continued service over a three-year service period. The number of units that could be earned ranged from 0% to 200% of the target shares depending on the achievement of these targets. Based on the Company’s 2025 financial performance and stock price performance, the number of PSU expected to be earned is subject to approval by the Board in early 2026. One-third of the earned PSUs will vest in the second quarter of 2026, with the remaining two-thirds vesting quarterly over the subsequent two years, subject to continued service.

 

Included in the Company’s share-based compensation was expense recognized for the Company’s performance-based restricted share unit awards of $1.8 million in 2025, $1.4 million in 2024 and $1.7 million in 2023.

Warrants

 

As of December 31, 2025, the Company had 550,000 wholly-funded warrants related to a series of transactions pursuant to which the previously outstanding Series B Preferred Stock were retired. The warrants did not expire.

 

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In January 2026, the holders exercised 550,000 wholly-funded warrants to purchase an equal number of shares of the Company's common stock. Upon exercise, no wholly-funded warrants remained outstanding.

 

Note 11. Segment Information

The Company operates in a single reportable segment. The entire business is managed by a single management team whose chief operating decision maker is the Chief Executive Officer, who evaluates segment performance based on operating income (loss) for purposes of allocating resources and evaluating financial performance.

The following table represents total net revenue based on where customers are physically located (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

Americas

 

$

235,655

 

 

$

284,280

 

 

$

186,279

 

Europe and Middle East

 

 

71,000

 

 

 

76,268

 

 

 

62,015

 

Asia Pacific

 

 

13,259

 

 

 

12,218

 

 

 

9,828

 

Total net revenue

 

$

319,914

 

 

$

372,766

 

 

$

258,122

 

 

The following table reflects the significant expenses of the Company's reportable segment for the following periods (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

Net revenue

 

$

319,914

 

 

$

372,766

 

 

$

258,122

 

Less:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cost of revenue

 

 

200,631

 

 

 

243,784

 

 

 

182,618

 

Sales

 

 

24,574

 

 

 

23,563

 

 

 

15,845

 

Marketing

 

 

27,911

 

 

 

28,866

 

 

 

27,644

 

Research and development

 

 

16,886

 

 

 

17,304

 

 

 

17,137

 

General and administrative

 

 

30,374

 

 

 

28,388

 

 

 

31,321

 

Insurance recovery

 

 

(9,404

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Acquisition-related costs

 

 

1,424

 

 

 

10,832

 

 

 

 

Operating income (loss)

 

 

27,518

 

 

 

20,029

 

 

 

(16,443

)

Reconciliation of segment operating income (loss) to net income (loss):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest expense, net

 

 

9,771

 

 

 

8,068

 

 

 

504

 

Other expense, net

 

 

945

 

 

 

1,289

 

 

 

394

 

Income tax expense (benefit)

 

 

1,071

 

 

 

(5,511

)

 

 

338

 

Net income (loss)

 

$

15,731

 

 

$

16,183

 

 

$

(17,679

)

 

 

The following table represents property and equipment, net based on physical location (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

 

 

 

United States

 

$

2,647

 

 

$

5,255

 

International

 

 

348

 

 

 

589

 

Total property and equipment, net

 

$

2,995

 

 

$

5,844

 

 

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Note 12. Commitments and Contingencies

Litigation

The Company is subject to various legal proceedings and claims that arise in the ordinary course of its business. Although the amount of any liability that could arise with respect to these actions cannot be determined with certainty, in the Company’s opinion, any such liability will not have a material adverse effect on its consolidated financial position, consolidated results of operations or liquidity.

 

Intellectual Property Dispute: On May 28, 2025, PDP filed an action for declaratory judgment of non-infringement of four patents purportedly owned by OKYN Holdings, Inc., d/b/a Nyko Technologies (“Nyko”) in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. Nyko had written to PDP on October 31, 2024 asserting that PDP’s Ultra Slim Charge System for PlayStation 4 (“Ultra Slim”) infringed those patents. Nyko has responded to PDP’s complaint and filed counterclaims for patent infringement by the Ultra Slim. On June 12, 2025, Nyko filed a lawsuit in the Southern District of California asserting that PDP and Turtle Beach Corporation infringed the same four patents at issue in the declaratory judgment action filed by PDP. On July 8, 2025, PDP and Turtle Beach moved to dismiss Nyko’s complaint and that motion is pending. On September 30, 2025, PDP moved for judgment on the pleadings on multiple aspects of Nyko’s counterclaims and that motion is pending.

 

Intellectual Property Dispute: On October 3, 2025, Robert Lyden, an individual, filed a patent infringement lawsuit against PDP, VTB, and Turtle Beach Corporation ("TBC”) in the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota, asserting infringement of one patent by the Victrix™ Pro BFG™ Wireless Controller and Victrix™ Gambit Wireless Controller. On December 16, 2025, VTB and TBC moved to dismiss the complaint for improper venue and that motion is pending.

The Company will continue to vigorously defend itself in the foregoing unresolved matters. However, litigation and investigations are inherently uncertain. Accordingly, the Company cannot predict the outcome of these matters. The Company has not recorded any accrual at December 31, 2025 for contingent losses associated with these matters unless otherwise disclosed above based on its belief that losses, while possible, are not probable. Further, any possible range of loss cannot be reasonably estimated at this time. The unfavorable resolution of these matters could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, results of operations, financial condition, or cash flows. The Company is engaged in other legal actions, not described above, arising in the ordinary course of its business and, while there can be no assurance, believes that the ultimate outcome of these other legal actions will not have a material adverse effect on its business, results of operations, financial condition, or cash flows.

 

Warranties

The Company warrants products against certain manufacturing and other defects. These product warranties are provided for specific periods of time depending on the nature of the product. Warranties are generally fulfilled by replacing defective products with new products. The following table provides the changes in our product warranties, which are included in other current liabilities (in thousands):

 

 

 

Year ended December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

2023

 

 

 

 

 

Warranty, beginning of period

 

$

815

 

 

$

670

 

 

$

618

 

Warranty costs accrued

 

 

350

 

 

 

959

 

 

 

721

 

Settlements of warranty claims

 

 

(583

)

 

 

(814

)

 

 

(669

)

Warranty, end of period

 

$

582

 

 

$

815

 

 

$

670

 

 

Operating Leases – Right of Use Assets

The components of the right-of-use assets and lease liabilities were as follows (in thousands):

 

 

 

Balance Sheet Classification

 

December 31, 2025

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Right-of-use assets

 

Other assets

 

$

5,842

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lease liability obligations, current

 

Other current liabilities

 

$

1,893

 

Lease liability obligations, noncurrent

 

Other liabilities

 

 

5,236

 

Total lease liability obligations

 

 

 

$

7,129

 

 

 

 

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Weighted average lease terms and discount rates were as follows:

 

 

 

Year Ended

 

 

 

December 31,

 

 

 

2025

 

 

2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weighted average remaining lease terms (in years)

 

 

4.1

 

 

 

5.0

 

Weighted average discount rate

 

 

8.5

%

 

 

8.6

%

 

 

During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company recognized approximately $2.8 million of lease costs in operating expenses and approximately $2.4 million of operating outflows from operating leases. During the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, the Company recognized approximately $1.6 million and $1.5 million of lease costs in operating expenses, respectively. The total operating outflows from operating leases was approximately $2.1 million and $1.3 million for years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

The following table summarizes the maturity of operating lease liabilities as of December 31, 2025 (in thousands):

 

 

 

 

 

2026

 

$

2,319

 

2027

 

 

2,299

 

2028

 

 

1,296

 

2029

 

 

800

 

2030

 

 

685

 

Thereafter

 

 

556

 

Total future lease payments

 

 

7,955

 

Less: Imputed interest

 

 

(826

)

Total operating lease liabilities

 

$

7,129

 

 

 

Note 13. Subsequent Event

 

On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court held that tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) were not authorized. The decision did not resolve the availability of refunds or other remedies and remanded those issues to the U.S. Court of International Trade for further proceedings. On the same date, the President issued an executive order rescinding the IEEPA-based tariffs and directing federal agencies to discontinue their collection. In addition, the President issued a separate proclamation imposing a tariff surcharge of at least 10% under the balance-of-payments authority in 19 U.S.C. § 2132, applicable to all imports except certain specified commodities (including electronics and critical minerals) and products qualifying under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. These surcharges took effect on February 24, 2026, and will remain in place for 150 days, the maximum period permitted under the statute. Tariffs have not previously been imposed under this statutory authority. We are currently assessing the potential effects of these developments on our operations, and the impact remains uncertain.

 

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Item 9 - Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure

None.

Item 9A - Controls and Procedures

Disclosure Controls and Procedures

Disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13(a)-15(e) and 15(d)-15(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), are designed to ensure that (1) information required to be disclosed in reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in SEC rules and forms; and (2) that such information is accumulated and communicated to management, including the principal executive officer and principal financial officer, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosures.

At the conclusion of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10-K, we carried out an evaluation, under the supervision of our Chief Executive Officer (our principal executive officer, or PEO) and our Chief Financial Officer (our principal financial officer, or PFO), of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures. Based upon that evaluation, our PEO and PFO concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) of the Exchange Act, were not effective as of December 31, 2025 due to the material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting described below.

 

Limitations on Effectiveness of Controls and Procedures

All internal control systems, no matter how well designed, have inherent limitations. Because of these inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation and may not prevent or detect misstatements. 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.

Because of the inherent limitations of internal control over financial reporting, including the possibility of collusion or improper management override of controls, material misstatements due to error or fraud may not be prevented or detected on a timely basis. Accordingly, even effective disclosure controls and procedures can only provide reasonable assurance of achieving their control objectives. Also, projections of any evaluation of the effectiveness of the internal control over financial reporting to future periods are subject to the risk that the controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting

Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 13a-15(f) or 15d-15(f) of the Exchange Act). Our internal control system was designed to provide reasonable assurance to our management and Board of Directors regarding the preparation and fair presentation of published financial statements.

A material weakness is a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control over financial reporting, such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the Company’s annual or interim financial statements will not be prevented or detected on a timely basis. Management previously identified the following material weaknesses in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting that affect the revenue process and such material weaknesses were remediated as of December 31, 2025. As discussed below, management also identified a material weakness that existed as of December 31, 2025 within its Information Technology (“IT”) general controls (“ITGCs”).

Remediation of Previously Reported Material Weaknesses

We previously identified and disclosed in our 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K as well as in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for each interim period in fiscal year 2025, the following material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting:

Internal control related to our customer purchase order initiation process:

We identified a material weakness in internal control related to our customer purchase order initiation process, specifically controls over the quantity and type of product included on certain customer orders.

Monitoring controls over our third-party logistics providers used in the order fulfillment process:

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We also identified a material weakness in internal control related to ineffective monitoring controls over our third-party logistics providers used in the order fulfillment process. This includes design deficiencies related to management’s review of documentation to support product delivery to customers and the monitoring of freight vendors selected by a third-party fulfillment center on behalf of the Company.

In 2025, we identified and implemented several steps to remediate these material weaknesses in order to comply with the rules and regulations of the SEC regarding compliance with Section 404(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

We prepared remediation plans for each of the material weaknesses and trained process owners, developed new controls, enhanced existing controls, evaluated process adoption, and monitored such results. These remediation measures included the following:

Remediation measure related to our customer purchase order initiation process:

Implemented an enhanced Order-to-Receipt Monitoring Control to validate completeness and accuracy of customer orders received through a third-party service provider. The enhanced control includes a quarterly review of a sample of orders and reconciliation of associated key order attributes (product type and quantity) to customer documentation.

Remediation measure related to our monitoring controls over our third-party logistics providers used in the order fulfillment process:

Designed and implemented monitoring controls to validate the legitimacy and active status of freight carriers used by our third-party logistics providers to ship our products to customers, and review of documentation to support product delivery to customers. The controls include the following:
o
Cross-checks of the freight carriers used by our third-party logistics providers against the FMCSA SAFER database, Dun & Bradstreet, and the Better Business Bureau. Exceptions to the freight carriers utilized, if any, are investigated with our third-party logistics provider with unsatisfactory responses leading to removal of the carrier from the approved carrier list.
o
A quarterly review of documentation verifying receipt by our customers (product type and quantity) for a sample of orders.

Our management completed its documentation, testing and evaluation of the enhanced control activities and determined that, as of December 31, 2025, these control activities have been appropriately designed and implemented, and have operated effectively for a sufficient period of time to conclude that these previously identified material weaknesses have been remediated.

Identification of New Material Weakness

As part of the year-end review of the change monitoring controls, we identified a material weakness in internal control within the operation of ITGCs related to the semi-annual change monitoring control whereby the Company did not review all changes during the second half of the year. Therefore, we concluded that this control did not operate effectively as of December 31, 2025, and the impact of this operating deficiency could have resulted in inappropriate changes to the IT application that could have had a material impact on the general ledger. As a result, certain business process IT dependent manual and application controls that rely on the affected ITGCs, or information coming from the IT system with the affected ITGCs are also deemed ineffective.

Remediation Efforts to Address the Material Weakness

The Company has taken remedial actions to enhance this control by evaluating its frequency of the control and on a going forward basis the control will be performed quarterly as opposed to semi-annually. We have also provided appropriate training to the relevant team members. We believe these actions will enable us to remediate this material weakness in a timely manner during fiscal 2026.

The material weakness in our internal controls did not result in any material misstatements in these financial statements.

Because of the material weakness in the internal controls described above, our management has concluded that as of December 31, 2025, our system of internal control over financial reporting was not effective based on the framework and criteria established in Internal Control-Integrated Framework (2013), issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission.

Attestation Report of the Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

The effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2025 has been audited by Ernst & Young LLP, the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm, as stated in their report which appears following Item 9C of this Annual Report on Form 10-K under the heading “Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.”

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Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

Other than the changes in the material weaknesses identified above, there have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting during the period covered that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. Our process for evaluating controls and procedures is continuous and encompasses constant improvement of the design and effectiveness of established controls and procedures and the remediation of any deficiencies, which may be identified during this process.

Item 9B - Other Information

During the three months ended December 31, 2025, 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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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Stockholders and the Board of Directors of

Turtle Beach Corporation

Opinion on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

We have audited Turtle Beach Corporation’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2025, based on criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework) (the COSO criteria). In our opinion, because of the effect of the material weakness described below on the achievement of the objectives of the control criteria, Turtle Beach Corporation (the Company) has not maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2025, based on the COSO criteria.

A material weakness is a deficiency, or combination of deficiencies, in internal control over financial reporting, such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the company’s annual or interim financial statements will not be prevented or detected on a timely basis. The following material weakness has been identified and included in management’s assessment. Management has identified a material weakness related to the ineffective operation of information technology (IT) general controls that relate to change management. As a result, certain business process IT dependent manual and application controls that rely on the affected IT general controls, or information coming from the IT system with affected IT general controls, were also deemed ineffective.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the consolidated balance sheets of the Company as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income (loss), stockholders’ equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2025, and the related notes and financial statement schedule listed in the Index at Item 15(a) (collectively referred to as the “consolidated financial statements”). This material weakness was considered in determining the nature, timing and extent of audit tests applied in our audit of the 2025 consolidated financial statements, and this report does not affect our report dated March 12, 2026, which expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.

Basis for Opinion

The Company’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting included in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the 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 audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects.

Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because of its 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.
 

/s/ Ernst & Young LLP

 

New York, New York

March 12, 2026

 

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PART III

Item 10 - Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

The information required by this Item is incorporated herein by reference to the information in our Definitive Proxy Statement to be filed with the SEC within 120 days after the end of the Company’s fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 in connection with our 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “2026 Proxy Statement”) or an amendment to this Report filed within the same time period (the “Amendment”), in either case, set forth under the captions “Election of Directors,” “Executive Officer,” “Corporate Governance” and, if applicable, “Delinquent Section 16(a) Reports.”

We have adopted a code of business conduct and ethics that applies to our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer. This code of business conduct and ethics is available on the Company’s website, corp.turtlebeach.com. The information on our website is not a part of or incorporated by reference into this Report. If the Company makes any amendments to this code other than technical, administrative or other non-substantive amendments, or grants any waivers, including implicit waivers, from a provision of this code to the Company’s Chief Executive Officer or Chief Financial Officer, the Company will disclose the nature of the amendment or waiver, its effective date and to whom it applies by posting such information on the Company’s website at corp.turtlebeach.com.

Our Securities Trading Policy governs transactions of our securities by our directors, officers and employees and is reasonably designed to promote compliance with applicable insider trading laws, rules and regulation, as well as the applicable rules and regulations of Nasdaq. A copy of our Securities Trading Policy is filed with this Annual Report on Form 10-K as Exhibit 19.

Item 11 - Executive Compensation

The information required by this Item is incorporated herein by reference to the information in our 2026 Proxy Statement or the Amendment set forth under the captions "Compensation Discussion and Analysis," "Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation," "Compensation Committee Report," "Executive Compensation," and "Director Compensation."

Item 12 - Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

The information required by this Item is incorporated herein by reference to the information in our 2026 Proxy Statement or the Amendment set forth under the captions “Executive Compensation” and “Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management.”

The information required by this Item is incorporated herein by reference to the information in our 2026 Proxy Statement or the Amendment set forth under the captions “Corporate Governance —Independence," "Corporate Governance—Committees of the Board of Directors,"” and “Certain Relationships and Related Party Transactions.”

Item 14 - Principal Accounting Fees and Services

The information required by this Item is incorporated herein by reference to the information in our 2026 Proxy Statement or the Amendment set forth under the caption "Item 2 - Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm—Principal Accountant Fees and Services.”

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PART IV

Item 15 - Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

a.
List of documents filed as part of this Report:

 

 

1.
The following Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company:

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (ERNST & YOUNG LLP New York, New York, PCAOB #42);

Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Fiscal Years Ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023;

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the Fiscal Years Ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023;

Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2025 and 2024;

Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity for the Fiscal Years Ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023;

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Fiscal Years Ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023; and

Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

 

2.
The following financial schedule and related report for the years 2025, 2024 and 2023:

Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts; and

All other schedules have been omitted because they are not applicable, not required or the information has been otherwise supplied in the financial statements or notes thereto.

 

b.
The exhibits listed in the Exhibit Index attached hereto are filed as part of this Annual Report and incorporated herein by reference.

 

 

c.
Not applicable.

Item 16 - Form 10-K Summary

None.

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Exhibits

 

2.1*

 

Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated August 5, 2013, among the Company, Merger Sub and VTBH (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 5, 2013).

 

3.1

 

Articles of Incorporation of Turtle Beach Corporation, as amended (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 6, 2018).

 

3.2

 

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Turtle Beach Corporation, as amended (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 23, 2024).

 

3.3

 

Certificate of Designation of Series B Junior Participating Preferred Stock of Turtle Beach Corporation (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 9, 2025).

 

 

 

4.1

 

Form of Turtle Beach Corporation stock certificate (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Company's Form 10/A originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 27, 2010).

 

 

4.2**

 

Description of the Registrant’s Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12 of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934.

 

4.3

 

Rights Agreement, dated as of June 9, 2025, by and between Turtle Beach Corporation and Direct Transfer LLC, as rights agent (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 9, 2025).

 

10.1

 

Credit Agreement, dated August 1, 2025, by and among Turtle Beach Corporation, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc., TBC Holding Company LLC, Performance Designed Products LLC, Turtle Beach Europe Limited, VTB Holdings, Inc., Tide Acquisition Sub II, LLC, the other guarantors party thereto, the lenders party thereto, and Bank Of America, N.A., as the administrative agent, the swingline lender and the L/C issuer (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 4, 2025).

 

 

 

10.2

 

First Amendment to Credit Agreement, dated as of December 29, 2025, by and among Turtle Beach Corporation, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc., TBC Holding Company LLC, Performance Designed Products LLC, Turtle Beach Europe Limited, VTB Holdings, Inc., Tide Acquisition Sub II, LLC, the other guarantors party thereto, the lenders party thereto, and Bank of America, N.A., as the administrative agent, the swingline lender and the L/C issuer (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1. to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 30, 2025).

 

 

 

10.3

 

Financing Agreement, dated as of March 13, 2024, by and among Turtle Beach Corporation, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc., VTB Holdings, Inc., each subsidiary of Turtle Beach Corporation listed as a “Guarantor” on the signature pages thereto, the lenders from time to time party thereto, Blue Torch Finance, LLC, as collateral agent for the Secured Parties, and Blue Torch, as administrative agent for the Lenders (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 18, 2024).

 

 

 

10.4

 

Amendment No. 1 to Financing Agreement, dated August 7, 2024, by and among Turtle Beach Corporation, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc., VTB Holdings, Inc., each other loan party, the lenders from time to time party thereto, and Blue Torch Finance, LLC, as collateral agent and administrative agent (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 13, 2024).

 

 

 

10.5

 

Amendment No. 2 to Financing Agreement, dated June 11, 2025, by and among Turtle Beach Corporation, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc., VTB Holdings, Inc., each other loan party, the lenders from time to time party thereto, and Blue Torch Finance, LLC, as collateral agent and administrative agent (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 16, 2025).

 

 

 

10.6

 

Stock Purchase Agreement, dated August 14, 2025, by and between Turtle Beach Corporation, DC VGA LLC and TDG CP LLC (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 15, 2025).

 

 

 

10.7†

 

Turtle Beach Corporation 2023 Stock-Based Incentive Compensation Plan, as amended (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 7, 2023).

 

 

 

10.8†

 

Amendment No. 2025-1 to Turtle Beach Corporation 2023 Stock-Based Incentive Compensation Plan (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2025).

 

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10.9†**

 

Form of Performance Stock Unit Agreement under the Turtle Beach Corporation 2023 Stock-Based Incentive Compensation Plan.

 

 

 

10.10†

 

Form of Restricted Stock Agreement under the Turtle Beach Corporation 2023 Stock-Based Incentive Compensation Plan (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.6 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 7, 2023).

 

 

 

10.11†

 

Form of Deferred Stock Award Agreement under the Turtle Beach Corporation 2023 Stock-Based Incentive Compensation Plan (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 7, 2023).

 

 

 

10.12†

 

Turtle Beach Corporation Annual Incentive Bonus Plan (Incorporated by reference to Annex F to the Company’s Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 3, 2013).

 

 

 

10.13†

 

Form of Indemnification Agreement (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.12 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 17, 2025).

 

 

 

10.14†

 

Turtle Beach Corporation Amended and Restated Retention Plan, dated November 18, 2021 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 19, 2021).

 

 

 

10.15†

 

Employment Agreement, dated as of March 13, 2024, by and between Turtle Beach Corporation and Cristopher Keirn (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 18, 2024).

 

 

 

10.16†

 

Employment Transition Letter, dated as of January 24, 2025, by and between Turtle Beach Corporation and John Hanson (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 27, 2025).

 

 

 

10.17†

 

Employment Agreement, dated as of January 13, 2025, by and between Turtle Beach Corporation and Mark Weinswig (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 27, 2025).

 

 

 

10.18

 

Merger Agreement, dated as of March 13, 2024, by and among Tide Acquisition Sub, Inc., Tide Acquisition Sub II, LLC, Turtle Beach Corporation and PDP Holdings, LLC (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 18, 2024).

 

 

 

10.19

 

Stockholder Agreement, made and entered into as of March 13, 2024, by and among Turtle Beach Corporation and PDP Holdings, LLC (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 18, 2024).

 

 

 

10.20

 

Cooperation Agreement, dated March 9, 2026, by and among Turtle Beach Corporation, TDG CP LLC, The Donerail Group Inc., The Donerail Group & Co LLC and William Wyatt (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 12, 2026).

 

 

 

19.1

 

Turtle Beach Corporation Securities Trading Policy (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 19.1 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 17, 2025).

 

 

 

21**

 

Subsidiaries of the Company.

 

 

 

23.1**

 

Consent of Ernst & Young LLP.

 

 

 

31.1**

 

Certification of Cris Keirn, Principal Executive Officer, pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) or 15d-14(a) of the Exchange Act, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

 

 

 

31.2**

 

Certification of Mark Weinswig, Principal Financial Officer, pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) or 15d-14(a) of the Exchange Act, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

 

 

 

32.1**

 

Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, executed by Cris Keirn, Principal Executive Officer and Mark Weinswig, Principal Financial Officer.

 

 

 

97.1

 

Compensation Recoupment Policy of Turtle Beach Corporation (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 97.1 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 13, 2024).

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Extensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) Exhibits

 

 

 

101.INS

 

Inline XBRL Instance Document – the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File because XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document. **

 

 

 

101.SCH

 

Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document**

 

 

 

104

 

Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

 

 

 

*

 

All exhibits and schedules to the Agreement and Plan of Merger have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(2) of Regulation S-K. The Company will furnish the omitted exhibits and schedules to the SEC upon request by the SEC.

**

 

Filed herewith.

 

Management contract or compensatory plan.

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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.

 

 

TURTLE BEACH CORPORATION

 

 

Date:

March 12, 2026

 

By:

/s/ MARK WEINSWIG

 

Mark Weinswig

Chief Financial Officer

 

(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

 

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.

 

Date:

March 12, 2026

 

/s/ CRIS KEIRN

 

Cris Keirn, Chief Executive Officer

 

(Principal Executive Officer)

 

Date:

March 12, 2026

 

/s/ MARK WEINSWIG

 

Mark Weinswig, Chief Financial Officer

 

(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

 

Date:

March 12, 2026

 

/s/ ELIZABETH BUSH

 

Elizabeth Bush, Director

 

Date:

March 12, 2026

 

/s/ WILLIAM WYATT

 

William Wyatt, Chairman and Director

 

Date:

March 12, 2026

 

/s/ KATHERINE L. SCHERPING

 

Katherine L. Scherping, Director

 

Date:

March 12, 2026

 

/s/ JULIA W. SZE

 

Julia W. Sze, Director

 

Date:

March 12, 2026

 

/s/ ANDREW WOLFE

 

Andrew Wolfe, Director

 

 

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Turtle Beach Corporation

Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts

Years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023

 

Description

 

Balance - Begin

 

 

Additions

 

 

Deductions / Other

 

 

Balance - End

 

 

 

(in thousands)

 

Year Ended December 31, 2025:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Valuation allowance for deferred tax assets

 

$

13,049

 

 

 

 

 

 

(2,383

)

 

$

10,666

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Year Ended December 31, 2024:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Valuation allowance for deferred tax assets

 

$

22,094

 

 

 

 

 

 

(9,045

)

 

$

13,049

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Year Ended December 31, 2023:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Valuation allowance for deferred tax assets

 

$

19,244

 

 

 

2,850

 

 

 

 

 

$

22,094

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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