Achieved 10.8% growth on AI, RaaS & Smart Solutions Metric and 6.4% Total Revenue Growth
NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guardforce AI Co., Limited ("Guardforce AI" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: GFAI, GFAIW), a technology-enabled service company providing solutions in Agentic AI, smart solutions in automation, robotics, and secured logistics, today announced unaudited interim financial results for the first half of 2026 (1H 2026), ended June 30, 2026.
Operational Highlights
In the first half of 2026, Guardforce AI continued to make significant strides in developing AI, Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) & Smart Solutions by extending features and industry expertise to its AI-powered cross-border service intelligence connection platform, DeepVoyage Go ("DVGO"), and in fortifying the Company's established position in Legacy Secured Logistics by executing business strategy of strengthening service coverage in Thailand's upcountry areas.
Updates in AI, RaaS & Smart Solutions
Expanded DVGO's service ecosystem with destination-based travel service providers. By September 2026, DVGO has established service providers partnerships in Canada, China and Taiwan, initiating business footprint expansion in service capability in both Asia and North America.
Released DVGO Workbuddy, which uses AI agents to help destination-based services providers structure and list their service capabilities into AI-discoverable and matchable service products, supporting easier onboarding and more effective matching between cross-border demand and suitable service capabilities.
Extended Smart Retail Solutions partnership with a renowned sportswear brand in early 2026, adding six more store installations in 2026 and 2027.
Acquired MGAI Limited ("MGAI") in March, 2026 to extend AI for Service implementation in child education field. Later launched new autism intervention AI modules in MGAI, by partnering with Zhongmi Interconnection, an AI-driven technology company that focuses on rehabilitation of children with special needs including autism. This collaboration expanded service range from simply language rehabilitation to multiple autism intervention aspects such as behavioral and social skills.
Updates in Legacy Secured Logistics
Maintained approximately 97% recurring revenue.
Consolidated upcountry presence in Thailand by continuing to win new contracts from a government-owned bank in Thailand, adding hundreds of ATM location services under long-term contracts.
Drove client mix transformation with approximately 14 retail clients among top 20 clients.
Financial Overview
Total revenue increased by $1.1 million, or 6.4% in 1H 2026, compared to 1H 2025. The AI, RaaS & Smart Solutions metric, which accounted for 13.9% of total revenue in 1H 2026, grew by 10.8% compared to 1H 2025, mainly due to increased demand by retail customers for Smart Solutions and acquired revenue from MGAI. Legacy Secured Logistics, which accounted for 86.1% of total revenue in 1H 2026, grew by 5.8% compared to 1H 2025, mainly due to the growth of the Company's retail-focused service lines and upcountry business expansion strategy in Thailand and favorable foreign exchange translation.
Gross profit decreased by $6,003, or 0.2% for 1H 2026, compared to 1H 2025, as a result of an increase in labor and fuel cost. For 1H 2026, selling, general, and administrative expenses increased by approximately $1.0 million, to approximately $5.2 million, compared to approximately $4.2 million for 1H 2025. This is mainly due to an approximately $1.0 million non-recurring tax related charges incurred in 1H 2026. As a result of the increase in SG&A expenses, net loss from continuing operations widened to $3.1 million, compared to net loss from continuing operations of $2.0 million for 1H 2025. R&D expense was approximately $0.4 million in 1H 2026, accounting for 13.6% of our total budgeted R&D expense in 2026. This is due to our controlled investment strategy, remained approximately the same compared to 1H 2025. As of June 30, 2026, and December 31, 2025, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $21.3 million and $24.5 million, respectively.
Management Commentary and Future Outlook
"During the first half of 2026, we maintained disciplined execution of our overall strategy. We strengthened our foundational businesses by improving the utilization of our existing operating resources in Thailand, expanding our presence beyond the major urban centers, and enhancing the efficiency and reach of our service network. In parallel, we advanced Smart Solutions expansion as additional commercial opportunity leveraging established long-term client relations in Thailand, and deepening DVGO's engagement with travel industry service providers. These efforts are strengthening the service expertise, operating capabilities and industry relationships required to support DVGO's AI for Service strategy," said Lei (Olivia) Wang, Chairwoman and Chief Executive Officer.
"Looking ahead, we will remain focused on deepening the value of our operating footprint and customer relationships in Thailand, further refining Smart Solutions, and directing targeted resources toward industry collaboration and technology development for DVGO. Our priority is to convert these initiatives into measurable commercial and operational progress while building the capabilities required for the Company's longer-term AI for Service opportunity. Through disciplined execution and focused investment, we aim to create sustainable long-term value for our customers, partners and shareholders," said Ms. Wang.
About Guardforce AI Co., Limited
Guardforce AI Co., Limited (NASDAQ: GFAI, GFAIW) is a technology-enabled service company built on real-world service operations, trusted client relationships, and commercial smart service solutions. With its legacy secured logistics business as the operating foundation, the Company is expanding its first commercial growth curve through Smart Solutions across retail, hospitality, security, and other service environments, while building AI-native services as its second strategic growth engine. For more information, visit www.guardforceai.com, or X (formerly Twitter): @Guardforceai.
Safe Harbor Statement
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Guardforce AI Corporate Communications:
Hu Yu
Email: yu.hu@guardforceai.com
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Guardforce AI Co., Limited | ||||||||||||
Note | For the six months ended | |||||||||||
2026 | 2025 | |||||||||||
(Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | |||||||||||
(Restated) | ||||||||||||
Revenue | 10 | $ | 18,270,590 | $ | 17,168,005 | |||||||
Cost of sales | (15,757,615 | ) | (14,649,027 | ) | ||||||||
Gross profit | 2,512,975 | 2,518,978 | ||||||||||
Stock-based compensation expenses | (41,746 | ) | (149,595 | ) | ||||||||
Provision for withholding tax receivable | (182,569 | ) | (40,984 | ) | ||||||||
Recovery of/(Provision for) expected credit loss on trade and other receivables | 36,802 | (34,184 | ) | |||||||||
Research and development expenses | (407,234 | ) | (405,641 | ) | ||||||||
Selling, general and administrative expenses | 8 | (5,193,826 | ) | (4,175,887 | ) | |||||||
Operating loss from continuing operations | (3,275,598 | ) | (2,287,313 | ) | ||||||||
Other income, net | 162,291 | 60,485 | ||||||||||
Foreign exchange losses, net | (56,554 | ) | (19,066 | ) | ||||||||
Finance income, net | 113,577 | 250,203 | ||||||||||
Loss before income tax from continuing operations | (3,056,284 | ) | (1,995,691 | ) | ||||||||
Income tax expense | (64,191 | ) | (48,177 | ) | ||||||||
Net loss for the period from continuing operations | (3,120,475 | ) | (2,043,868 | ) | ||||||||
Discontinued operations: | ||||||||||||
Net loss for the period from discontinued operations | (7,171 | ) | (183,254 | ) | ||||||||
Net loss for the period | (3,127,646 | ) | (2,227,122 | ) | ||||||||
Net loss for the period attributable to: | ||||||||||||
Net (loss)/profit attributable to non-controlling interests | (27,047 | ) | 8,955 | |||||||||
Net loss attributable to equity holders of the Company | (3,100,599 | ) | $ | (2,236,077 | ) | |||||||
Net loss for the period | $ | (3,127,646 | ) | (2,227,122 | ) | |||||||
Loss per share | ||||||||||||
Basic and diluted loss attributable to the equity holders of the Company | $ | (0.10 | ) | $ | (0.11 | ) | ||||||
Basic and diluted loss attributable to the equity holders of the Company – continuing operations | $ | (0.10 | ) | $ | (0.10 | ) | ||||||
Basic and diluted loss attributable to the equity holders of the Company – discontinued operations | $ | (0.00 | ) | $ | (0.01 | ) | ||||||
Weighted average number of shares used in computation: | ||||||||||||
Basic and diluted | 29,577,091 | 19,996,747 |
Guardforce AI Co., Limited | ||||||||||||
Note | As of | As of | ||||||||||
(Unaudited) | ||||||||||||
Assets | ||||||||||||
Current assets: | ||||||||||||
Cash and cash equivalents | 5 | $ | 21,250,627 | $ | 24,545,290 | |||||||
Trade receivables, net | 5,120,900 | 4,947,264 | ||||||||||
Other current assets | 1,876,392 | 2,441,038 | ||||||||||
Withholding tax receivable, net | 557,013 | 902,845 | ||||||||||
Inventories | 43,241 | 21,519 | ||||||||||
Other financial assets at amortized cost | 76,885 | 77,100 | ||||||||||
Assets held for sale | - | 1,150,324 | ||||||||||
Total current assets | 28,925,058 | 34,085,380 | ||||||||||
Non-current assets: | ||||||||||||
Restricted cash | 5 | 2,476,766 | 2,322,790 | |||||||||
Property, plant and equipment | 2,949,559 | 3,088,905 | ||||||||||
Right-of-use assets | 4,277,854 | 4,523,309 | ||||||||||
Intangible assets, net | 6 | 1,244,389 | 1,057,144 | |||||||||
Goodwill | 106,416 | - | ||||||||||
Withholding tax receivable, net | 2,510,348 | 2,325,281 | ||||||||||
Deferred tax assets, net | 1,283,246 | 1,418,174 | ||||||||||
Other non-current assets | 438,299 | 272,827 | ||||||||||
Total non-current assets | 15,286,877 | 15,008,430 | ||||||||||
Total assets | $ | 44,211,935 | $ | 49,093,810 | ||||||||
Liabilities and Equity | ||||||||||||
Current liabilities: | ||||||||||||
Trade payables and other current liabilities | $ | 3,354,875 | $ | 3,158,254 | ||||||||
Lease liabilities | 2,180,806 | 2,141,509 | ||||||||||
Liabilities directly associated with assets held for sale | - | 1,111,804 | ||||||||||
Total current liabilities | 5,535,681 | 6,411,567 | ||||||||||
Non-current liabilities: | ||||||||||||
Lease liabilities | 1,857,633 | 2,081,431 | ||||||||||
Provision for employee benefits | 6,250,389 | 6,493,677 | ||||||||||
Total non-current liabilities | 8,108,022 | 8,575,108 | ||||||||||
Total liabilities | 13,643,703 | 14,986,675 | ||||||||||
Equity | ||||||||||||
Ordinary shares – par value $0.12 authorized 300,000,000 shares, issued 31,352,312 shares at June 30, 2026; issued 24,353,539 shares at December 31, 2025 | 7 | 3,762,312 | 2,922,460 | |||||||||
Treasury shares | (192,893 | ) | - | |||||||||
Subscription receivable | (50,000 | ) | (50,000 | ) | ||||||||
Additional paid in capital | 99,748,279 | 100,271,584 | ||||||||||
Legal reserve | 223,500 | 223,500 | ||||||||||
Warrants reserve | 251,036 | 251,036 | ||||||||||
Accumulated deficit | (73,962,624 | ) | (70,862,025 | ) | ||||||||
Accumulated other comprehensive income | 845,820 | 1,397,005 | ||||||||||
Capital & reserves attributable to equity holders of the Company | 30,625,430 | 34,153,560 | ||||||||||
Non-controlling interests | (57,198 | ) | (46,425 | ) | ||||||||
Total equity | 30,568,232 | 34,107,135 | ||||||||||
Total liabilities and equity | $ | 44,211,935 | $ | 49,093,810 |
Guardforce AI Co., Limited | ||||||||
For the six months ended | ||||||||
2026 | 2025 | |||||||
(Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | |||||||
(Restated) | ||||||||
Cash flows from operating activities | ||||||||
Net loss from continuing operations | $ | (3,120,475 | ) | $ | (2,043,868 | ) | ||
Adjustments for: | ||||||||
Depreciation and amortization of fixed and intangible assets | 1,728,669 | 1,596,363 | ||||||
Stock-based compensation expenses | 41,746 | 149,595 | ||||||
Provision for withholding tax receivable | 182,569 | 40,984 | ||||||
(Recovery of)/Provision for expected credit loss on trade and other receivables, net | (36,802 | ) | 34,184 | |||||
Finance income, net | (113,577 | ) | (250,203 | ) | ||||
Deferred income taxes | 64,191 | 48,177 | ||||||
(Gain)/Loss from assets disposal | (34,936 | ) | 108 | |||||
Provision for employee benefit | 387,993 | 359,113 | ||||||
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: | ||||||||
(Increase)/Decrease in trade and other receivables | (395,111 | ) | 997,660 | |||||
Decrease/(Increase) in other current assets | 536,842 | (216,330 | ) | |||||
(Increase)/Decrease in inventories | (18,166 | ) | 50,735 | |||||
(Increase)/Decrease in restricted cash | (283,826 | ) | 20,275 | |||||
Increase in other non-current assets | (182,150 | ) | (932,028 | ) | ||||
Increase in trade and other payables and other current liabilities | 179,699 | 124,584 | ||||||
Increase in withholding tax receivable | (191,923 | ) | (407,260 | ) | ||||
Increase in provision for employee benefits | (302,870 | ) | (400,683 | ) | ||||
Net cash used in operating activities – continuing operations | (1,558,127 | ) | (828,594 | ) | ||||
Net cash used in operating activities - discontinuing operations | - | (212,503 | ) | |||||
Net cash used in operating activities | (1,558,127 | ) | (1,041,097 | ) | ||||
Cash flows from investing activities | ||||||||
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment | (533,560 | ) | (477,540 | ) | ||||
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment | 36,962 | 1,405 | ||||||
Interest received | 300,720 | 331,631 | ||||||
Payments for financial assets at amortized cost | - | (76,440 | ) | |||||
Payment for acquisition of subsidiary, net of cash acquired | (246,103 | ) | - | |||||
Net cash used in investing activities – continuing operations | (441,981 | ) | (220,944 | ) | ||||
Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities - discontinuing operations | 14,232 | (4,987 | ) | |||||
Net cash used in investing activities | (427,749 | ) | (225,931 | ) | ||||
Cash flows from financing activities | ||||||||
Proceeds from issue of shares | 274,801 | 3,491,850 | ||||||
Payments for repurchase of treasury shares | (192,773 | ) | - | |||||
Repayment of bank borrowings | - | (45,296 | ) | |||||
Payment of lease liabilities | (1,237,392 | ) | (877,856 | ) | ||||
Net cash (used in)/provided by financing activities | (1,155,364 | ) | 2,568,698 | |||||
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents, | (3,141,240 | ) | 1,301,670 | |||||
Effect of movements in exchange rates on cash held | (185,555 | ) | 214,176 | |||||
Cash and cash equivalents at January 1 | 24,577,422 | 21,936,422 | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents at June 30 | $ | 21,250,627 | $ | 23,452,268 |
Non-IFRS Financial Measures
To supplement our unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements, which are prepared and presented in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standard ("IFRS"), we use the non-IFRS adjusted EBITDA as financial measures for our consolidated results.
We believe that adjusted EBITDA helps identify underlying trends in our business that could otherwise be distorted by the effect of certain income or expenses that we include in loss from operations and net loss. We believe that these non-IFRS measures provide useful information about our core operating results, enhance the overall understanding of our past performance and future prospects and allow for greater visibility with respect to key metrics used by our management in its financial and operational decision-making. We present the non-IFRS financial measures in order to provide more information and greater transparency to investors about our operating results.
EBITDA represents net loss before finance income, net, income tax expense, depreciation and amortization of fixed assets and intangible assets, which we do not believe are reflective of our core operating performance during the periods presented.
Non-IFRS adjusted EBITDA represents net loss from continuing operations before(i) finance income, net, income tax expense and depreciation and amortization of fixed assets and intangible assets, (ii) certain non-cash expenses, consisting of stock-based compensation expenses, (recovery of)/provision for expected credit loss on trade receivables and other receivables, provision for withholding tax receivables, and foreign exchange losses, net.
Non-IFRS loss per share represents non-IFRS net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders divided by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the periods.
Non-IFRS diluted loss per share represents non-IFRS net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders divided by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the periods on a diluted basis.
The table below is a reconciliation of our net loss from continuing operations to EBITDA and non-IFRS adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations for the periods indicated:
For the six months ended | ||||||||
2026 | 2025 | |||||||
Net loss from continuing operations - IFRS | $ | (3,120,475 | ) | $ | (2,043,868 | ) | ||
Finance income, net | (113,577 | ) | (250,203 | ) | ||||
Income tax expense | 64,191 | 48,177 | ||||||
Depreciation and amortization expense of fixed and intangible assets | 1,728,669 | 1,596,363 | ||||||
EBITDA | (1,441,192 | ) | (649,531 | ) | ||||
Stock-based compensation expenses | 41,746 | 149,595 | ||||||
Provision for withholding taxes receivable | 182,569 | 40,984 | ||||||
(Recovery of)/Provision for expected credit loss on trade and other receivables | (36,802 | ) | 34,184 | |||||
Foreign exchange losses, net | 56,554 | 19,066 | ||||||
Adjusted EBITDA (Non-IFRS) | $ | (1,197,125 | ) | $ | (405,702 | ) | ||
Non-IFRS loss per share | ||||||||
Loss per share attributable to equity holders of the Company | ||||||||
Basic and diluted | $ | (0.04 | ) | $ | (0.02 | ) | ||
Weighted average number of shares used in computation: | ||||||||
Basic and diluted | 29,577,091 | 19,996,747 |