Lucyd (LUCY) investor relations material

Executive summary

• Achieved 70% year-over-year revenue growth in Q1 2026, accelerating from prior years, driven by strong demand for smart eyewear, especially Lucyd Armor smart safety glasses.

• Gross profit margin was 23% in Q1 2026, down from 49% in Q1 2025 due to non-recurring credits and inventory adjustments in the prior year.

• Operating expenses rose 20% year-over-year, mainly from higher general and administrative costs, partially offset by lower R&D expenses.

• Launched new Reebok® Powered by Lucyd optical collection and expanded retail partnerships in April 2026.

• Smart eyewear adoption in the U.S. is rising rapidly, with market penetration increasing from 4% in 2024 to 17% in 2025.

Financial highlights

• Q1 2026 revenues: $773,561, up 70% from $454,501 in Q1 2025.

• Net loss for Q1 2026: $(2,309,368), compared to $(1,778,703) in Q1 2025.

• Gross profit: $175,445 (23% margin) in Q1 2026 vs. $220,533 (49% margin) in Q1 2025.

• Operating expenses: $2,547,210 in Q1 2026, up from $2,124,324 in Q1 2025.

• Cash and cash equivalents at March 31, 2026: $4.4 million; total liquidity (including investments): $5.7 million.

Outlook and guidance

• Management expects continued revenue growth in 2026, supported by new product launches and expanded retail partnerships.

• Wholesale channel seen as the most scalable long-term growth opportunity, with e-commerce remaining dominant in the near term.

• Sufficient liquidity to fund operations for at least the next 12 months; may seek additional capital if needed.