High-fidelity headphone maker Koss Q2 net sales fall, swings to net loss

KOSS

29/01/2026 22:24

Overview

High-fidelity headphone maker's Q2 net sales fell 19.6% yr/yr

Company posted Q2 net loss compared to net income last year

Gross margins fell due to high tariffs on Chinese products

Outlook

Company did not provide specific future guidance in its press release

Result Drivers

EDUCATION MARKET - Strong sales gains in the education market compared to the prior year, according to CEO Michael J. Koss

DTC GROWTH - Direct-to-consumer sales grew 13% year-over-year, now comprising 25% of total sales

TARIFF IMPACT - Gross margins fell due to high tariffs on Chinese imports, partially offset by favorable customer mix

Key Details

Metric
Beat/Miss
Actual
Consensus Estimate
Q2 EPS
-$0.06


Press Release: ID:nGNX2ffxMn

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