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LIVE VENTURES Inc LIVE US Equity

Consumer Discretionary · CIK 1045742 · FY ends Sep 30
$9.19
-0.12 (-1.29%)
USD · as of 2026-08-28 · marketstack

LIVE VENTURES Inc (Nasdaq: LIVE), an SEC filer in Retail-Miscellaneous Retail, closed at $9.19, -1.3%, on 2026-08-28, with a market cap of $43M as of 2026-08-27, a trailing P/E of 1.9, a return on equity of 27.0%, a net margin of 5.1% and 3-year sales growth of 15.7%. Institutional ownership, earnings history and filed financials are on the tabs below.

LIVE · 10-K · period ended 2024-09-30

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ITEM 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

For a description of our significant accounting policies and an understanding of the significant factors that influenced our performance during the year ended September 30, 2024, this “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” (hereafter referred to as “MD&A”) should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements, including the related notes, appearing in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024 (this “Form 10-K”).

The following discussion includes forward-looking statements. Please refer to the Forward-Looking Statements section of this Form 10-K for important information about these types of statements.

Our Company

Live Ventures Incorporated is a holding company of diversified businesses, which, together with our subsidiaries, we refer to as the “Company”, “Live Ventures”, “we”, “us” or “our”. We acquire and operate companies in various industries that have historically demonstrated a strong history of earnings power. We currently operate our business in five segments: Retail-Entertainment, Retail-Flooring, Flooring Manufacturing, Steel Manufacturing, and Corporate & Other.

Under the Live Ventures brand, we seek opportunities to acquire profitable and well-managed companies. We work closely with consultants who help us identify target companies that fit within the criteria we have established for opportunities that will provide synergies with our businesses.

Our principal offices are located at 325 E. Warm Springs Road, Suite 102, Las Vegas, Nevada 89119, our telephone number is (702) 939-0231, and our corporate website (which does not form part of this Form 10-K) is located at www.liveventures.com. Our common stock trades on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “LIVE”.

Retail-Entertainment Segment

Our Retail-Entertainment Segment is composed of Vintage Stock, Inc., doing business as Vintage Stock, V-Stock, Movie Trading Company and EntertainMart (collectively, “Vintage Stock”).

Vintage Stock is an award-winning specialty entertainment retailer that offers a large selection of entertainment products, including new and pre-owned movies, video games and music products, as well as ancillary products, such as books, comics, toys and collectibles, in a single location. With its integrated buy-sell-trade business model, Vintage Stock buys, sells and trades new and pre-owned movies, music, video games, electronics and collectibles through 73 retail locations strategically positioned across Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

Retail-Flooring Segment

Our Retail-Flooring Segment is composed of Flooring Liquidators, Inc. (“Flooring Liquidators”).

Flooring Liquidators is a leading retailer and installer of flooring, carpeting, and countertops to consumers, builders, and contractors in California and Nevada, operating 25 warehouse-format stores and a design center. Over the years, the company has established a strong reputation for innovation, efficiency, and service in the home renovation and improvement market. Flooring Liquidators serves retail and builder customers through two businesses: retail customers through its Flooring Liquidators retail stores, and builder and contractor customers through Elite Builder Services, Inc.

On October 13, 2023, Flooring Liquidators acquired certain assets and assumed certain liabilities of Carpet Remnant Outlet, Inc. ("CRO"), a floor covering retailer and installer serving residential and commercial customers throughout Northwest Arkansas.

Flooring Manufacturing Segment

Our Flooring Manufacturing segment is comprised of Marquis Industries, Inc. (“Marquis”).

Marquis is a leading carpet manufacturer and distributor of carpet and hard-surface flooring products. Over the last decade, Marquis has been an innovator and leader in the value-oriented polyester carpet sector, which is currently the market’s fastest-growing fiber category. Marquis focuses on the residential, niche commercial, and hospitality end-markets and serves thousands of customers.

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Since commencing operations in 1995, Marquis has built a strong reputation for outstanding value, styling, and customer service. Its innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate its brands in the flooring marketplace. Marquis’s state-of-the-art operations enable high quality products, unique customization, and short lead-times. Furthermore, the Company has recently invested in additional capacity to grow several attractive lines of business, including printed carpet and yarn extrusion.

On September 20, 2023, Marquis acquired the Harris Flooring Group® brands from Q.E.P., a designer, manufacturer, and distributor of a broad range of best-in-class flooring and installation solutions for commercial and home improvement projects.

On July 1, 2022, Marquis acquired certain assets and intellectual property related to the carpet-backing operations of Better Backers, a Georgia corporation.

Steel Manufacturing Segment

Our Steel Manufacturing segment is comprised of Precision Industries, Inc. (“Precision Marshall”), and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, The Kinetic Co., Inc. (“Kinetic”), CSF Holdings, LLC (“Central Steel”), and Precision Metal Works, Inc. (“PMW”).

Precision Marshall

Precision Marshall is the North American leader in providing and manufacturing pre-finished de-carb free tool and die steel. For over 75 years, Precision Marshall has served steel distributors through quick and accurate service. Precision Marshall has led the industry with exemplary availability and value-added processing that saves distributors time and processing costs.

Founded in 1948, Precision Marshall “The Deluxe Company” has built a reputation of high integrity, speed of service, and doing things the “Deluxe Way”. The term Deluxe refers to all aspects of the product and customer service to be head and shoulders above the rest. From order entry to packaging and delivery, Precision Marshall makes it easy to do business and backs all products and service with a guarantee.

Precision Marshall provides four key products to over 500 steel distributors in four product categories: Deluxe Alloy Plate, Deluxe Tool Steel Plate, Precision Ground Flat Stock, and Drill Rod. With over 5,000 distinct size grade combinations in stock every day, Precision Marshall arms tool steel distributors with deep inventory availability and same day shipment to their place of business or often ships direct to their customer saving time and handling.

Kinetic

On June 28, 2022, Precision Marshall acquired Kinetic. Kinetic is a highly recognizable and regarded brand name in the production of industrial knives and hardened wear products for the tissue, metals, and wood industries and is known as a one-stop shop for in-house grinding, machining, and heat-treating. Kinetic is headquartered in Greendale, Wisconsin. Kinetic manufactures more than 90 types of knives and numerous associated parts with modifications and customizations available to each. Kinetic employs approximately 100 non-union employees.

PMW

On July 20, 2023, we acquired PMW. Founded nearly 76 years ago in 1947 in Louisville, Kentucky, PMW manufactures and supplies highly engineered parts and components across 400,000 square feet of manufacturing space. PMW offers world-class metal forming, assembly, and finishing solutions across diverse industries, including appliance, automotive, hardware, electrical, electronic, medical products, and devices.

Central Steel

On May 17, 2024, Precision Marshall acquired Central Steel. Founded in 1969 in Chicago, Illinois, Central Steel is a manufacturer of specialized fabricated metal products. Central Steel offers over 2,300 unique products to more than 500 customers. Its extensive product line, primarily for data centers, includes cable racks, auxiliary framing, hardware, insulation products, and network bays.

Corporate and Other Segment

Our Corporate and Other segment consists of certain corporate general and administrative costs, and operations of certain legacy products and service offerings for which we are no longer accepting new customers.

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Adjusted EBITDA

We evaluate the performance of our operations based on financial measures such as “Adjusted EBITDA,” which is a non-GAAP financial measure (defined below). We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) before interest expense, interest income, income taxes, depreciation, amortization, stock-based compensation, and other non-cash or nonrecurring charges. We believe that Adjusted EBITDA is an important indicator of the operational strength and performance of the business, including the business’ ability to fund acquisitions and other capital expenditures, and to service its debt. Additionally, this measure is used by management to evaluate operating results and perform analytical comparisons and identify strategies to improve performance. Adjusted EBITDA is also a measure that is customarily used by financial analysts to evaluate a company’s financial performance, subject to certain adjustments. Adjusted EBITDA does not represent cash flows from operations, as defined by GAAP, and should not be construed as an alternative to net income or loss and is indicative neither of our results of operations, nor of cash flows available to fund all of our cash needs. It is, however, a measurement that the Company believes is useful to investors in analyzing its operating performance. Accordingly, Adjusted EBITDA should be considered in addition to, but not as a substitute for, net income, cash flow provided by operating activities, and other measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP. As companies often define non-GAAP financial measures differently, Adjusted EBITDA, as calculated by the Company, should not be compared to any similarly titled measures reported by other companies. A reconciliation of net income, the closest GAAP measure, to Adjusted EBITDA is provided below.

Results of Operations

The following table sets forth certain statement of income items and as a percentage of revenue, for the periods indicated (in $000’s):

% of Total Revenue % of Total Revenue

Selected Data

Impairment expense 18,056 3.8 % — — %

(Benefit) provision for income taxes (4,658) (1.0) % 1,571 0.4 %

Adjusted EBITDA (a)

Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of revenue

Retail - Entertainment 11.8 % 13.5 %

Retail - Flooring (1.7) % 4.4 %

Flooring Manufacturing 9.5 % 9.2 %

Steel Manufacturing 7.9 % 13.7 %

Corporate and other NA NA

Consolidated adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of revenue 5.2 % 8.9 %

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The following table sets forth revenue by segment (in $000’s):

Net Revenue % of Total Revenue Net Revenue % of Total Revenue

Revenue

The following table sets forth gross profit and gross profit as a percentage of total revenue by segment (in $000’s):

Gross Profit % of Total Gross Profit Gross Profit % of Total Gross Profit

Gross Profit

Critical Accounting Policies

Our consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). Preparation of these statements requires us to make judgments and estimates. Some accounting policies have a significant and material impact on amounts reported in these financial statements. Estimates and assumptions are based on management's experience and other information available prior to the issuance of our financial statements. Our actual realized results may differ materially from management’s initial estimates as reported. Our critical and significant accounting policies include Trade and Other Receivables, Inventories, Goodwill, Revenue Recognition, Fair Value Measurements, and Income Taxes.

Revenue

Revenue increased by approximately $117.7 million to approximately $472.8 million for the year ended September 30, 2024 as compared to approximately $355.2 million for the year ended September 30, 2023.

Retail-Entertainment segment revenue decreased by approximately $7.1 million, or 9.1%, to approximately $71.0 million for the year ended September 30, 2024, as compared to $78.1 million for the year ended September 30, 2023, and was primarily due reduced consumer demand and a shift in sales mix toward used products, which generally have lower ticket sales with higher margins.

The Retail-Flooring segment consists of Flooring Liquidators, which we acquired in January 2023. Revenue for the year ended September 30, 2024 increased by approximately $61.1 million, or 80.6%, to approximately $137.0 million, as compared to $75.9 million for the year ended September 30, 2023, and was primarily due the acquisition of Flooring Liquidators in the second quarter of fiscal year 2023, as well as the acquisition of CRO by Flooring Liquidators during the first quarter of fiscal year 2024.

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Flooring Manufacturing revenue increased by approximately $15.2 million, or 13.8%, to approximately $124.9 million for the year ended September 30, 2024, as compared to approximately $109.8 million for the year ended September 30, 2023. The increase was primarily due to increased sales associated with the acquisition of the Harris Flooring Group® brands in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023.

Steel Manufacturing revenue increased by approximately $50.7 million, or 57.0%, to approximately $139.6 million for the year ended September 30, 2024, as compared to approximately $88.9 million for the year ended September 30, 2023. The increase is primarily due to increased revenue of approximately $51.2 million at PMW, which was acquired during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023, and $6.0 million at Central Steel, which was acquired during May 2024, partially offset by a $6.5 million decrease in the Company’s other Steel Manufacturing businesses.

Corporate and Other revenue decreased by approximately $2.2 million, or 86.6%, to approximately $333,000 for the year ended September 30, 2024, as compared to approximately $2.5 million for the year ended September 30, 2023. The decrease was primarily due to the closure of SW Financial in May 2023.

Cost of Revenue

Cost of revenue increased by approximately $88.4 million, or 36.9% for the year ended September 30, 2024 as compared to the year ended September 30, 2023. Cost of revenue as a percentage of revenues was 69.4% for the year ended September 30, 2024, as compared to 67.5% for the year ended September 30, 2023. The increase was primarily attributable to the acquisition of PMW, as well as inflationary cost increases, partially offset by the acquisition of Flooring Liquidators, which historically has generated higher margins.

General and Administrative Expense

General and administrative expense increased by approximately $31.4 million, or 36.2%, for the year ended September 30, 2024 as compared to the year ended September 30, 2023. The increase is primarily due to the acquisitions of Flooring Liquidators and PMW during fiscal year 2023.

Sales and Marketing Expense

Selling and marketing expense increased by approximately $8.9 million, or 66.4% for the year ended September 30, 2024 as compared to the year ended September 30, 2023, primarily due to expanding our sales force in connection with the acquisition of the Harris Flooring Group® brands, increased convention and trade show activity in our Flooring Manufacturing segment, as well as the acquisition of Flooring Liquidators.

Impairment of Intangibles and Goodwill

During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, Flooring Liquidators recognized an $18.1 million goodwill impairment charge as a result of declining operations stemming from the negative impacts of general economic conditions (see Note 8 below). No impairment charges were recognized during the year ended September 30, 2023.

Interest Expense, net

Interest expense, net increased by approximately $4.1 million or 32.2%, for the year ended September 30, 2024 as compared to the year ended September 30, 2023, primarily due to increased debt balances related to the acquisitions of Flooring Liquidators and PMW, and to fund operations, and increased interest rates during the period.

Benefit or Provision for Income Taxes

For the year ended September 30, 2024, the Company recorded a benefit for income tax of approximately $4.7 million, compared to a provision for income tax of approximately $1.6 million for the year ended September 30, 2023. The year over year decrease is primarily due to a decrease in pre-tax income due to overall reduced customer demand as a result of general economic conditions.

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Results of Operations by Segment

The following table sets forth the results of operations by segment (in $000’s):

For the Year Ended Sep 30, 2024 For the Year Ended Sep 30, 2023

Impairment Expense — 18,056 — — — 18,056 — — — — — —

Retail-Entertainment Segment

Revenue for the year ended September 30, 2024 decreased by approximately $7.1 million, or 9.1%, as compared to the prior year. Revenue decreased primarily due to reduced consumer demand and a shift in sales mix toward used products, which generally have lower ticket sales with higher margins. The shift in sales mix also contributed to the increase in gross margin to 57.6% for the year ended September 30, 2024, compared to 54.7% for the year ended September 30, 2023. General and administrative expenses increased by approximately $0.3 million, and was primarily attributable to increased compensation and other general and administrative expenses related to a higher volume of retail locations open during the year. Operating income for the year ended September 30, 2024 was approximately $7.2 million, as compared to approximately $9.3 million during the prior year period primarily due to the factors discussed above.

Retail-Flooring Segment

Our Retail-Flooring segment consists of Flooring Liquidators, which we acquired in January 2023. Revenue for the year ended September 30, 2024 was approximately $137.0 million, an increase of approximately $61.1 million, or 80.6%, compared to the prior year period revenue of $75.9 million. The increase is primarily due to increased revenue in Flooring Liquidator's builder design and installation segment, EBS, and the acquisitions of CRO and Johnson by Flooring Liquidators during the first quarter of fiscal year 2024. Gross margin for the year ended September 30, 2024 was 35.9%, compared to 36.6% for the prior year period. Operating loss for the year ended September 30, 2024 was approximately $25.5 million, compared to operating loss of approximately $0.3 million for the prior year period. The increase in operating loss was primarily due to the recognition of goodwill impairment of approximately $18.1 million, as discussed above, as well as a general decline in operations due to higher interest rates and a volatile housing market.

Flooring Manufacturing Segment

Revenue for the year ended September 30, 2024 increased by approximately $15.2 million, or 13.8%, as compared to the prior year. Cost of revenue as a percentage of revenue was 74.1% for the year ended September 30, 2024, as opposed to 78.2% for the year ended September 30, 2023. The increase in revenue and gross margin are primarily due to increased sales associated with the acquisition of the Harris Flooring Group® brands in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023. General and administrative expenses increased slightly during the year ended September 30, 2024, as compared to the year ended September 30, 2023. Sales and marketing expenses increased by approximately $5.8 million, or 50.1% during the year ended September 30, 2024, as compared to the year ended September 30, 2023, primarily due to increased compensation and benefit costs for additional sales staff related to the sales of the Harris Flooring Group® brands. Operating income for the year ended September 30, 2024 was approximately $8.2 million, as compared to operating income of approximately $6.1 million for the prior year period primarily due to the factors discussed above.

Steel Manufacturing Segment

Revenue for the year ended September 30, 2024 increased by approximately $50.7 million, or 57.0%, as compared to the prior year. The increase is primarily due to increased revenue of approximately $51.2 million at PMW, which was acquired during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023, and $6.0 million at Central Steel, which was acquired in May 2024, partially offset by a $6.5 million decrease in the Company’s other Steel Manufacturing businesses. Cost of revenue as a percentage of revenue was 84.2% for the year ended September 30, 2024, as opposed to 77.5% for the year ended September 30, 2023.

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The decrease in gross margin is primarily due to the acquisition of PMW, which has historically generated lower margins, as well as overall decreased margins in the Steel Manufacturing segment due to reduced production. General and administrative expenses increased by approximately $5.4 million, or 46.6%, primarily due to the acquisitions of PMW and Central Steel, as well as higher compensation costs at Kinetic, partially offset by reduced compensation expense at Precision Marshall. Operating income was approximately $4.6 million and $8.0 million, for the years ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Corporate and Other Segment

Revenues for the year ended September 30, 2024 decreased by approximately $2.2 million. The decrease was primarily due to the closure of SW Financial in May 2023. Operating loss for the year ended September 30, 2024 was approximately $8.1 million, as compared to a loss of approximately $7.6 million in the prior year. Revenues and operating income for our legacy directory services business continue to decline due to decreasing renewals. We expect revenue and operating income from this segment to continue to decrease in the future. We are no longer accepting new customers in our directory services business.

Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation

The following table presents a reconciliation of net loss to Adjusted EBITDA, its nearest GAAP measure, for the years ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 (in $000’s):

For the Year Ended September 30,

Stock-based compensation 325 446

Income tax (benefit) expense (4,658) 1,571

Debt acquisition costs 183 —

Disposition of Johnson 301 —

SW Financial settlement gain — (2,750)

Disposition of SW Financial — 1,697

Impairment of goodwill 18,056 —

Other non-recurring company initiatives 599 124

Adjusted EBITDA decreased by approximately $7.1 million, or 22.3%, for the year ended September 30, 2024, as compared to the prior year period. The decrease was primarily due to an overall decrease in operating income, as discussed above.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Overview

Based on our current operating plans, we believe that available cash balances, cash generated from our operating activities and funds available under our asset-based revolver lines of credit will provide sufficient liquidity to fund our operations, pay our contractual obligations for at least the next 12 months.

We have the following five asset-based revolver lines of credit: (i) Bank Midwest Revolver Loan (“Bank Midwest Revolver”) utilized by Vintage Stock, (ii) Bank of America Revolver Loan (“BofA Revolver”) utilized by Marquis, (iii) two Fifth Third Bank Revolver Loans (“Fifth Third Revolvers”), one utilized by Precision Marshall and the other by PMW, and (iv) Eclipse Business Capital Revolver Loan (“Eclipse Revolver”) utilized by Flooring Liquidators. Additionally, we

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have an unsecured revolving line of credit with Isaac Capital Group (“ICG Revolver”), a related party, which is utilized by the Company.

As of September 30, 2024, we had total cash and borrowing availability of approximately $33.3 million, comprised of approximately $4.6 million in cash, as well as approximately $28.7 million of available borrowing under our revolving credit facilities. As of September 30, 2024, the Company concluded that PMW was in default of its Fixed Cost Coverage Ratio (“FCCR”) covenant, as specified in the credit agreement governing the Revolving Credit Facility. This default provides the creditor rights to accelerate and made immediately due the borrowings under the Revolving Credit Facility and Fifth Third M&E Loan. As of the date of the filing of this 10-K, Fifth Third Bank has not exercised these rights and management is actively working with Fifth Third Bank to resolve the default. As such, as of September 30, 2024, PMW’s long-term debt balances, in the amount of approximately $16.9 million, have been reclassified to current liabilities. As we continue to pursue acquisitions and other strategic transactions to expand and grow our business, we regularly monitor capital market conditions and may raise additional funds through borrowings or public or private sales of debt or equity securities. The amount, nature, and timing of any borrowings or sales of debt or equity securities will depend on our operating performance and other circumstances; our then-current commitments and obligations; the amount, nature and timing of our capital requirements; any limitations imposed by our current credit arrangements; and overall market conditions.

Cash Flows from Operating Activities

The Company’s cash at September 30, 2024 was approximately $4.6 million compared to approximately $4.3 million at September 30, 2023, an increase of approximately $300,000. Net cash provided by operations was approximately $20.6 million for the year ended September 30, 2024, as compared to net cash provided by operations of approximately $26.0 million for the same period in 2023. The decrease was primarily due to an increase in net loss, reduction in purchases of inventory, increases in depreciation and amortization and the amortization of right-of-use assets, as well as a decrease in accrued liabilities during the period.

Our primary sources of cash inflows are from customer receipts from sales on account, factored accounts receivable proceeds, and net remittances from directory services customers processed in the form of ACH billings. Our most significant cash outflows include payments for raw materials and general operating expenses, including payroll costs and general and administrative expenses that typically occur within close proximity of expense recognition.

Cash Flows from Investing Activities

Our cash flows used in investing activities of approximately $21.5 million for the year ended September 30, 2024 consisted of the acquisitions of CRO by Flooring Liquidators, Johnson by CRO, Central Steel by Precision Marshall, and Midwest Grinding by Kinetic, as well as purchases of property and equipment. Our cash flows used in investing activities of approximately $64.0 million for the year ended September 30, 2023 consisted primarily of purchases of property and equipment and our acquisitions of Flooring Liquidators, PMW, and Cal Coast Carpets.

Cash Flows from Financing Activities

Our cash flows provided by financing activities of approximately $1.2 million for the year ended September 30, 2024 primarily consisted of proceeds from failed sales and leaseback transactions of approximately $7.9 million, net borrowings under revolver loans of approximately $3.4 million, net borrowings under related party revolver loans of approximately $1.6 million, and proceeds from the issuance of notes payable of approximately $0.6 million, partially offset by payments on notes payable of approximately $6.7 million, payments for finance leases of approximately $3.6 million, payments of related party notes payable of $1.2 million, and purchases of treasury stock of approximately $0.9 million.

Our cash flows provided by financing activities of approximately $37.6 million for the year ended September 30, 2023 primarily consisted of approximately $15.8 million in proceeds from the issuance of notes payable, net proceeds from revolver loans of approximately $13.7 million, proceeds from failed sales and leaseback transactions of $12.7 million, and proceeds from the issuance of related party debt of $7.0 million, partially offset by payments on notes payable and finance leases of approximately $10.5 million, and purchases of treasury stock of approximately $1.0 million. Proceeds from borrowings under revolver loans, the issuance of notes payable and related party notes payable was primarily associated with the acquisitions of Flooring Liquidators and PMW.

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Currently, the Company is not issuing common shares for liquidity purposes. We prefer to use asset-based lending arrangements and mezzanine financing together with Company provided capital to finance acquisitions and have done so historically. Occasionally, as our Company history has demonstrated, we will issue stock and derivative instruments linked to stock for services and/or debt settlement.

Working Capital

We had working capital of approximately $52.3 million as of September 30, 2024 as compared to approximately $85.0 million as of September 30, 2023; a decrease of approximately $32.0 million. The decrease is primarily due to increases in the current portion of long-term debt, an increase in obligations under accounts payable, and a decrease in inventory balances, partially offset by an increase in accounts receivable.

Future Sources of Cash; New Products and Services

We may require additional debt financing or capital to finance new acquisitions, refinance existing indebtedness or other strategic investments in our business. Other sources of financing may include stock issuances and additional loans; or other forms of financing. Any financing obtained may further dilute or otherwise impair the ownership interest of our existing stockholders.

Contractual Obligations

The following table summarizes our contractual obligations consisting of debt obligations and lease agreements and the effect such obligations are expected to have on our future liquidity and cash flows (in $000's):

Payments due by Period

Less ThanOne Year One to ThreeYears Three to FiveYears More ThanFive Years Total

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

At September 30, 2024, we had no off-balance sheet arrangements, commitments, or guarantees that require additional disclosure or measurement.

ITEM 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk

As of September 30, 2024, we did not participate in any market risk-sensitive commodity instruments for which fair value disclosure would be required. We believe we are not subject in any material way to other forms of market risk, such as foreign currency exchange risk or foreign customer purchases or commodity price risk.

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ITEM 8. Financial Statement and Supplementary Data

LIVE VENTURES INCORPORATED AND SUBSIDIARIES

INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Contents

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Reports of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Consolidated Financial Statements

Consolidated Balance Sheets as of September 30, 2024 and 2023 F-3

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements F-8

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

To the Stockholders and Board of Directors of

Live Ventures Incorporated

Las Vegas, Nevada

Opinion on the Consolidated Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Live Ventures Incorporated (the "Company") as of September 30, 2024 and 2023, and the related consolidated statements of loss, changes in stockholders' equity and cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes (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 as of September 30, 2024 and 2023, and the results of their operations and cash flows for the years then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("US GAAP").

Basis for Opinion

These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company's consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) ("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 consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audit, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company's internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated 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 consolidated 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 consolidated financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Critical Audit Matters

The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the consolidated financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the consolidated financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of the critical audit matter 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 matter below, providing separate opinions on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which they relate.

We identified the Company's valuation of the goodwill at Flooring Liquidator’s reporting unit as a critical audit matter because of the significant estimates and assumptions management used in the impairment testing, including forecasts of future revenues and expenses and the selection of the discount rates. Auditing management's forecasts of future revenues and expenses as well as the selection of the discount rates involved a high degree of auditor judgment and increased audit effort, including the use of our valuation specialists, as changes in these assumptions could have a significant impact on valuation of goodwill.

Our audit procedures related to the Company's evaluation of goodwill included the following, among others:

•We obtained an understanding of management’s process for estimating the fair value of Flooring Liquidator’s reporting unit.

•We utilized our internal valuation specialists to evaluate the reasonableness of the approaches, methodologies and assumptions used by the Company in arriving at the estimated fair value of Flooring Liquidators’ reporting unit.

•We assessed the reasonableness of management's projections by comparing to historical results, and current industry and economic trends.

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•We performed independent calculations to test the reasonableness and mathematical accuracy of the discounted cash flow model.

•We assessed the appropriateness of the disclosures in the consolidated financial statements.

We have served as the Company's auditor since 2021.

/s/ Frazier & Deeter, LLC

Tampa, Florida

December 19, 2024

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LIVE VENTURES INCORPORATED

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(dollars in thousands)

Assets

Income taxes receivable — 1,116

Prepaid expenses and other current assets 4,123 4,919

Right of use asset - operating leases 55,701 54,544

Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity

Liabilities:

Income taxes payable 948 —

Current portion of notes payable related parties 6,400 4,000

Current portion of lease obligations - operating leases 12,885 11,369

Current portion of lease obligations - finance leases 368 359

Seller notes - related parties 2,500 —

Long-term debt, net of current portion 54,994 78,710

Lease obligation long term - operating leases 50,111 48,156

Lease obligation long term - finance leases 41,677 32,942

Notes payable related parties, net of current portion 4,934 6,914

Other non-current obligations 6,655 4,104

Commitments and contingencies

Stockholders' equity:

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 407,547 $ 421,815

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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LIVE VENTURES INCORPORATED

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF LOSS

(dollars in thousands, except per share)

Years Ended September 30,

Operating expenses:

Impairment expense 18,056 —

Other income (expense):

Loss on disposition of SW Financial — (1,696)

SW Financial settlement — 2,750

(Loss) income before income taxes (31,343) 1,469

(Benefit) provision for income taxes (4,658) 1,571

Loss per share:

Basic and diluted $ (8.48) $ (0.03)

Weighted average common shares outstanding:

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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LIVE VENTURES INCORPORATED

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY

(dollars in thousands)

Series EPreferred Stock Common Stock CommonStock Series EPreferred Stock

Stock based compensation — — — — 446 — — — — 446

Stock options exercised — — 12,148 — — — — — — —

Purchase of common treasury stock — — (39,092) — — (991) — — — (991)

Net loss — — — — — — — (102) — (102)

Stock based compensation — — — — 325 — — — — 325

Stock options exercised — — 1,654 — — — — — — —

Purchase of common treasury stock — — (34,624) — — (866) — — — (866)

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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LIVE VENTURES INCORPORATED

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(dollars in thousands)

Years Ended September 30,

Operating activities:

Amortization of seller note discount 2,762 1,799

Loss on disposal of property and equipment — 60

Amortization of debt issuance costs 150 78

Loss on impairment of goodwill 18,056 —

Write-down of holdback (702) —

Write-down of inventory 750 —

Stock-based compensation expense 325 446

Loss on disposition of Johnson 301 —

Amortization of right of use assets 6,789 4,800

Disposal of SW Financial, net of cash retained — 1,509

Change in deferred income taxes (6,882) (2,853)

Change in allowance for doubtful accounts (87) 1,436

Change in reserve for obsolete inventory 2,600 1,402

Changes in assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions:

Prepaid expenses and other current assets 1,365 2,558

Deposits and other assets 460 (589)

Net cash provided by operating activities 20,611 25,995

Investing activities:

CRO acquisition (1,034) —

Midwest Grinding acquisition (1,000) —

Central Steel acquisition, net of cash acquired (10,474) —

Flooring Liquidators acquisition, net of cash acquired — (32,669)

PMW acquisition, net of cash acquired — (20,000)

Purchases of property and equipment (8,472) (10,002)

Johnson acquisition (500) —

Cal Coast Carpets acquisition — (1,300)

Proceeds from the sale of property and equipment — 87

Net cash used in investing activities (21,480) (63,884)

Financing activities:

Net borrowings under revolver loans 3,420 13,672

Proceeds from failed sales and leaseback transaction 7,869 12,737

Cash paid for taxes on net settlement of stock option exercise (20) (28)

Proceeds from issuance of notes payable 609 15,773

Payments on notes payable (6,661) (8,048)

Purchase of common treasury stock (866) (991)

Payments for debt acquisition costs — (98)

Proceeds from issuance of related party notes payable — 7,000

Payments on financing leases (3,590) (2,419)

Payments on related party notes payable (1,200) —

Net borrowings under related party revolver loans 1,600 —

Net cash provided by financing activities 1,161 37,598

Net increase (decrease) in cash 292 (291)

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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LIVE VENTURES INCORPORATED

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(dollars in thousands)

Years Ended September 30,

Supplemental cash flow disclosures:

Income taxes (received) paid, net $ (22) $ 379

Noncash financing and investing activities:

Noncash items related to Flooring Liquidators acquisition $ — $ 36,900

Noncash items related to PMW acquisition $ — $ 5,175

Noncash stock options exercise $ 94 $ —

PMW goodwill adjustment $ 233 $ —

Noncash items related to Central Steel acquisition $ 3,223 $ —

Noncash items related to CRO acquisition $ 725 $ —

Noncash items related to Johnson acquisition $ 1,501 $ —

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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LIVE VENTURES INCORPORATED

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 AND 2023

Note 1: Background and Basis of Presentation

The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Live Ventures Incorporated, a Nevada corporation, and its subsidiaries (collectively, “Live Ventures” or the “Company”). Live Ventures is a diversified holding company with a strategic focus on value-oriented acquisitions of domestic middle-market companies. The Company has five operating segments: Retail-Entertainment, Retail-Flooring, Flooring Manufacturing, Steel Manufacturing, and Corporate and Other. The Retail-Entertainment segment includes Vintage Stock, Inc. (“Vintage Stock”), which is engaged in the retail sale of new and used movies, music, collectibles, comics, books, games, game systems, and components. The Retail-Flooring segment includes Flooring Liquidators, Inc. (“Flooring Liquidators”), which is engaged in the retail sale and installation of floors, carpets, and countertops. The Flooring Manufacturing segment includes Marquis Industries, Inc. (“Marquis”), which is engaged in the manufacture and sale of carpet and the sale of vinyl and wood floor coverings. The Steel Manufacturing Segment includes Precision Industries, Inc. (“Precision Marshall”), which is engaged in the manufacture and sale of alloy and steel plates, ground flat stock, and drill rods, The Kinetic Co., Inc. (“Kinetic”), which is engaged in the production of industrial knives and hardened wear products for the tissue and metals industries, Precision Metal Works, Inc. (“PMW”), which is engaged in metal forming, assembly, and finishing solutions across diverse industries, including appliance, automotive, hardware, electrical, electronic, medical products, and devices, and CSF Holdings, LLC (“Central Steel”), which is engaged in the specialized fabrication of metal products primarily used for data centers and the communications industry. PMW reports on a 13-week quarter, as opposed to the Company's calendar quarter reporting. However, the Company has determined that the difference in reporting periods has no material effect on its reported financial results.

Note 2: Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Principles of Consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its majority owned subsidiaries over which the Company exercises control. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

Use of Estimates

The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Significant estimates made in connection with the accompanying consolidated financial statements include the estimated reserve for excess and obsolete inventory, fair values in connection with the analysis of goodwill, valuation of other intangibles and long-lived assets for impairment, valuation allowance against deferred tax assets, and estimated useful lives for intangible assets.

Financial Instruments

Financial instruments consist primarily of cash, trade and other receivables, advances to affiliates and obligations under accounts payable, accrued expenses, and notes payable. The carrying amounts of trade receivables and other receivables, leases, accounts payable, accrued expenses, and short-term notes payable approximate fair value because of the short maturity of these instruments. The fair value of the long-term debt is calculated based on interest rates available for debt with terms and maturities similar to the Company’s existing debt arrangements, unless quoted market prices are available (Level 2 inputs). The carrying amounts of long-term debt at September 30, 2024 and 2023 approximate fair value.

Cash

As of September 30, 2024, the Company's cash balance consisted of balances held in checking and demand deposit accounts, which are accessible and available for general corporate use.

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Trade Receivables

The Company grants trade credit to customers under credit terms that it believes are customary in the industries in which it operates and does not require collateral to support customer trade receivables. Some of the Company’s trade receivables are factored primarily through two factors. Factored trade receivables are sold without recourse for substantially all of the receivables balances for credit approved accounts. The factor purchases the trade receivable(s) for the gross amount of the respective invoice(s), less factoring commissions, trade, and cash discounts. The factor charges the Company a factoring commission for each trade account, which is between 0.45-0.50% of the gross amount of the invoice(s) factored on the date of the purchase, plus an additional rate of 0.0125% for each credit term extension of 30 days, or portion thereof. The minimum annual commission due the factor is approximately $200,000 per contract year. As of September 30, 2024 and 2023, the balance of factored trade receivables was approximately $6.0 million and $4.3 million, respectively.

The following table details the Company's trade receivables as of September 30, 2024 and 2023 ($000’s):

Trade receivables, net:

Less: Allowance for doubtful accounts (1,481) (1,568) (132)

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

The Company maintains an allowance for doubtful accounts, which includes allowances for accounts and factored trade receivables, customer refunds, dilution, and fees from local exchange carrier billing aggregators and other uncollectible accounts. The allowance for doubtful accounts is based upon historical bad debt experience and periodic evaluations of the aging and collectability of the trade receivables. This allowance is maintained at a level which the Company believes is sufficient to cover potential credit losses and trade receivables are only written off to bad debt expense as uncollectible after all reasonable collection efforts have been made. The Company has also purchased accounts receivable credit insurance to cover some non-factored trade and other receivables which helps reduce potential losses due to doubtful accounts. At September 30, 2024 and 2023, the allowance for doubtful accounts was approximately $1.5 million and $1.6 million, respectively.

Inventories

Inventories are valued at the lower of the inventory’s cost (first in, first out basis or “FIFO”) or net realizable value of the inventory. Management compares the cost of inventory with its net realizable value and an allowance is made to write down inventory to net realizable value, if lower. Management also reviews inventory to determine if excess or obsolete inventory is present and a reserve is made to reduce the carrying value for inventory for such excess and or obsolete inventory. As of September 30, 2024 and 2023, the inventory reserves were approximately $6.4 million and $3.8 million, respectively.

The following table details the Company's inventories as of September 30, 2024 and 2023 ($000’s):

Inventory, net

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Property and Equipment

Property and Equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Expenditures for repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred and additions and improvements that significantly extend the lives of assets are capitalized. Upon sale or other retirement of depreciable property, the cost and accumulated depreciation are removed from the related accounts and any gain or loss is reflected in operations. Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The useful lives of building and improvements are three to 40 years, transportation equipment is five to 10 years, machinery and equipment are three to 10 years, furnishings and fixtures are three to five years, and office and computer equipment are three to five years.

The Company periodically reviews its property and equipment when events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable or their depreciation or amortization periods should be accelerated. The Company assesses recoverability based on several factors, including its intention with respect to its stores and those stores projected undiscounted cash flows. An impairment loss would be recognized for the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds their fair value, as approximated by the present value of their projected discounted cash flows.

Goodwill

The Company accounts for goodwill and intangible assets in accordance with ASC 350, Intangibles—Goodwill and Other. Under ASC 350, goodwill is not amortized; rather, it is tested for impairment on at least an annual basis. Goodwill represents the excess of consideration paid over the fair value of underlying identifiable net assets of business acquired.

The Company tests goodwill during the fourth quarter of each fiscal year or more frequently if events arise or circumstances change that indicate that goodwill may be impaired. The Company assesses whether goodwill impairment exists using both qualitative and quantitative assessments. The qualitative assessment involves determining whether events or circumstances exist that indicate it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, including goodwill. If based on this qualitative assessment the Company determines it is not more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, or if the Company elects not to perform a qualitative assessment, a quantitative assessment is performed, as required by ASC 350, to determine whether a goodwill impairment exists.

The quantitative test is used to compare the carrying amount of the reporting unit's assets to the fair value of the reporting unit. If the fair value exceeds the carrying value, no further evaluation is required, and no impairment loss is recognized. An impairment loss occurs if the amount of the recorded goodwill exceeds the implied goodwill. The determination of the fair value of the Company's reporting units is based, among other things, on estimates of the future operating performance of the reporting unit being valued. A goodwill impairment test is required to be completed, at minimum, once annually, and any resulting impairment loss recorded upon completion of the assessment. Changes in market conditions, among other factors, may have an impact on these estimates and require interim impairment assessments.

When performing the quantitative impairment test, the Company's methodology includes the use of an income approach which discounts future net cash flows to their present value at a rate that reflects the Company's cost of capital, otherwise known as the discounted cash flow method (“DCF”). These estimated fair values are based on estimates of future cash flows of the businesses. Factors affecting these future cash flows include the continued market acceptance of the products and services offered by the businesses, the development of new products and services by the businesses and the underlying cost of development, the future cost structure of the businesses, and future technological changes. The Company also incorporates market multiples for comparable companies in determining the fair value of our reporting units. Any such impairment would be recognized in full in the reporting period in which it has been identified.

Intangible Assets

The Company’s intangible assets consist of customer relationship intangibles, favorable leases, trade names, licenses for the use of internet domain names, Universal Resource Locators, or URL’s, software, and marketing and technology related intangibles. Upon acquisition, estimates are made in valuing acquired intangible assets, which include but are not limited to, future expected cash flows from customer contracts, customer lists, and estimating cash flows from projects when completed; tradename and market position, as well as assumptions about the period of time that customer relationships will continue; and discount rates. Management's estimates of fair value are based upon assumptions believed to be reasonable, but which are inherently uncertain and unpredictable and, as a result, actual results may differ from the assumptions used in determining the fair values. All intangible assets are capitalized at their original cost and amortized over their estimated useful lives as follows: domain name and marketing – three to 20 years; software – three to 5 years, customer relationships – seven to 10 years, favorable leases – over the life of the lease, customer lists up to 20 years, trade names up to 20 years.

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Revenue Recognition

General

The Company accounts for its sales revenue in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (“Topic 606”). Topic 606 provides a five-step revenue recognition model that is applied to the Company’s customer contracts. Under this model we (i) identify the contract with the customer, (ii) identify our performance obligations in the contract, (iii) determine the transaction price for the contract, (iv) allocate the transaction price to our performance obligations and (v) recognize revenue when or as we satisfy our performance obligations.

Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of the promised goods or the performance of the services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration expected to be received in exchange for those goods or services. The Company enters into contracts that may include various combinations of products and services, which are generally distinct and accounted for as separate performance obligations.

Retail - Entertainment Segment

The Retail-Entertainment Segment derives revenue primarily from direct sales of entertainment products. Sales are generally of a cash-and-carry nature and contain a single performance obligation. Consequently, revenue is recorded at the point in time in which the sale is made. Revenues are recorded net of sales taxes collected from customers. The Company recognizes the portion of the dollar value of prepaid stored-value products that ultimately is unredeemed (“breakage”) in accordance with ASC 606-10-32-11 through 32-13 Measurement-Constraining Estimates of Variable Consideration.

Retail - Flooring Segment

The Retail-Flooring Segment derives revenue primarily from the sale of flooring products and installation services, which are recognized at the point-of-sale and over time, respectively. Retail sales are generally of a cash-and-carry nature and contain a single performance obligation. Consequently, revenue is recorded at the point in time in which the sale is made. Installation services generally contain multiple performance obligations requiring revenue to be recognized over a period of time based on percentage of completion. For sales that include installation, revenue is recognized upon completion of the

installation of the material in accordance with the contract, as this method is the best depiction of when the transfer of goods or services takes place. All direct costs are either paid and or accrued for in the period in which the sale is recorded. Revenues are recorded net of sales taxes collected from customers. For the year ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, revenue for retail and installation services sales was approximately $63.1 million and $73.9 million, and $59.4 million and $16.4 million, respectively.

Flooring and Steel Manufacturing Segments

The Flooring Manufacturing Segment derives revenue primarily from the sale of carpet and hard surface flooring products, including shipping and handling amounts. The Steel Manufacturing Segments derives revenue primarily from the sale of steel plates, ground flat stock and drill rods, and tooling, including shipping and handling amounts. Revenue for these segments generally contain a single performance obligation and is recognized at the point title passes to the customer. At the time revenue is recognized, the Company records a provision for the estimated amount of future returns based primarily on historical experience and any known trends or conditions that exist at the time revenue is recognized. Revenues are recorded net of taxes collected from customers. All direct costs are either paid and or accrued for in the period in which the sale is recorded.

Spare Parts

For spare parts sales, the Company transfers control and recognizes a sale when it ships the product to the customer or when the customer receives product based upon agreed shipping terms. Each unit sold is considered an independent, unbundled performance obligation. The Company has no additional performance obligations other than spare parts sales that are material in the context of the contract. The amount of consideration received and revenue recognized varies due to sales incentives and returns offered to customers. When customers retain the right to return eligible products, the Company reduces revenue for the estimate of the expected returns, which is primarily based on an analysis of historical experience.

Shipping and Handling

The Company classifies shipping and handling charged to customers as revenues and classifies costs relating to shipping and handling as cost of revenues.

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Advertising Expense

Advertising expense is charged to operations as incurred. Advertising expense totaled approximately $1.3 million and $1.0 million for the years ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Fair Value Measurements

ASC Topic 820, “Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures,” requires disclosure of the fair value of financial instruments held by the Company. ASC topic 825, “Financial Instruments,” defines fair value, and establishes a three-level valuation hierarchy for disclosures of fair value measurement that enhances disclosure requirements for fair value measures. The three levels of valuation hierarchy are defined as follows: Level 1 - inputs to the valuation methodology are quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets. Level 2 – inputs to the valuation methodology include quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, and inputs that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the financial instrument. Level 3 – inputs to the valuation methodology are unobservable and significant to the fair value measurement.

The fair value of inventory acquired as part of a business combination is based on a three-part valuation utilizing the comparable sales method which is based on Level 2 and Level 3 inputs. The comparative sales method utilizes the actual or expected selling prices of finished goods to customers in the ordinary course of business as the base amount that must be adjusted for factors that are generally relevant in determining the Fair Value of the inventory including:

•the time that would be required to dispose of this inventory;

•the expenses that would be expected to be incurred in the disposition; and

•a profit commensurate with the amount of investment in the assets and the degree of risk.

The fair value of property, plant and equipment, and goodwill acquired as part of a business combination is based on a third-party valuation utilizing the indirect method of cost approach which is based on Level 2 and Level 3 inputs. In the indirect method of Cost Approach, the Reproduction Cost New for each asset or group of assets is determined by indexing the original capitalized cost basis. The cost basis generally includes the base cost of the asset and certain contributory costs, such as sales tax, freight and handling charges, installation, general contractor’s costs, and engineering and design costs. The index factors used in this analysis are based on the asset type and manufacture date. Index factors were derived from various published sources including Marshall Valuation Service and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The fair value of debt assumed as part of a business combination is discounted utilizing implied interest rates, as applicable, which is based on Level 1 and Level 2 inputs.

Income Taxes

The Company accounts for income taxes using the asset and liability method. The asset and liability method requires recognition of deferred tax assets and liabilities for expected future tax consequences of temporary differences that currently exist between tax bases and financial reporting bases of the Company’s assets and liabilities. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which these temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. A valuation allowance is provided on deferred taxes if it is determined that it is more likely than not that the asset will not be realized. The Company recognizes penalties and interest accrued related to income tax liabilities in the provision for income taxes in its Consolidated Statements of (Loss) Income.

Significant management judgment is required to determine the amount of benefit to be recognized in relation to an uncertain tax position. The Company uses a two-step process to evaluate tax positions. The first step requires an entity to determine whether it is more likely than not (greater than 50% chance) that the tax position will be sustained. The second step requires an entity to recognize in the financial statements the benefit of a tax position that meets the more-likely-than-not recognition criterion. The amounts ultimately paid upon resolution of issues raised by taxing authorities may differ materially from the amounts accrued and may materially impact the financial statements of the Company in future periods.

Lease Accounting

The Company leases retail stores, manufacturing and warehouse facilities, and office space. These assets and properties are generally leased under noncancelable agreements that expire at various dates through 2054 with various renewal options

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for additional periods. The agreements, which are classified as either operating or finance leases, generally provide for minimum and, in some cases percentage rent and require it to pay all insurance, taxes, and other maintenance costs.

For contracts entered into on or after October 1, 2019, the Company assesses at contract inception whether the contract is, or contains, a lease. Generally, it determines that a lease exists when (i) the contract involves the use of a distinct identified asset, (ii) obtains the right to substantially all economic benefits from use of the asset, and (iii) it has the right to direct the use of the asset.

At the lease commencement date, the Company recognizes a right-of-use asset and a lease liability for all leases, except short-term leases with an original term of 12 months or less. The right-of-use asset represents the right to use the leased asset for the lease term. The lease liability represents the present value of the lease payments under the lease. The right-of-use asset is initially measured at cost, which primarily comprises the initial amount of the lease liability, plus any prepayments to the lessor and initial direct costs, such as brokerage commissions, less any lease incentives received. All right-of-use assets are periodically reviewed for impairment in accordance with standards that apply to long-lived assets. The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the lease payments, discounted using an estimate of the Company’s incremental borrowing rate for a collateralized loan with the same term as the underlying lease. The incremental borrowing rates used for the initial measurement of lease liabilities as of October 1, 2019 were based on the original lease terms.

Lease payments included in the measurement of lease liabilities consist of (i) fixed lease payments for the noncancelable lease term, (ii) fixed lease payments for optional renewal periods where it is reasonably certain the renewal option will be exercised, and (iii) variable lease payments that depend on an underlying index or rate, based on the index or rate in effect at lease commencement. Certain of the Company’s real estate lease agreements require variable lease payments that do not depend on an underlying index or rate, such as sales and value-added taxes, the Company’s proportionate share of actual property taxes, insurance, common area maintenance, and utilities. The Company has elected an accounting policy, as permitted by ASC 842, not to account for such payments as part of related lease payments. Consequently, such payments are recognized as operating expenses when incurred.

Lease expense for operating leases consists of the fixed lease payments recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term plus variable lease payments as incurred. Amortization of the right-of-use asset for operating leases reflects amortization of the lease liability, any differences between straight-line expense and related lease payments during the accounting period, and any impairments. Finance lease payments are allocated between a reduction of the lease liability and interest expense, and the related asset is depreciated as described under “Property and Equipment” above.

Stock-Based Compensation

The Company from time to time grants restricted stock awards and options to employees, non-employees, and Company executives and directors. Such awards are valued based on the grant date fair-value of the instruments. The value of each award is amortized on a straight-line basis over the vesting period.

Earnings Per Share

Earnings per share is calculated in accordance with ASC 260, “Earnings Per share”. Under ASC 260 basic earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period, except that it does not include unvested restricted stock subject to cancellation. Diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of common shares and, if dilutive, potential common shares outstanding during the period. Potential common shares consist of the incremental common shares issuable upon the exercise of warrants, options, restricted shares, and convertible preferred stock. The dilutive effect of outstanding restricted shares, options, and warrants is reflected in diluted earnings per share by application of the treasury stock method. Convertible preferred stock is reflected on an if-converted basis.

Segment Reporting

ASC Topic 280, “Segment Reporting,” requires use of the “management approach” model for segment reporting. The management approach model is based on the way a Company’s management organizes segments within the Company for making operating decisions and assessing performance. The Company determined it has five operating segments (See Note 19).

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Concentration of Credit Risk

The Company maintains cash balances in bank accounts in each state the Company has business operations. The Company places its cash with high quality financial institutions. Accounts are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation up to $250,000 per institution as of September 30, 2024. At times, balances may exceed federally insured limits. As of September 30, 2024, the Company had approximately $2.3 million of cash with financial institutions in excess of FDIC insurance limits.

Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements

In November 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures ("ASU 2023-07"). ASU 2023-07 requires, among other updates, enhanced disclosures about significant segment expenses that are regularly provided to the Chief Operating Decision Maker, as well as the aggregate amount of other segment items included in the reported measure of segment profit or loss. ASU 2023-07 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, and requires retrospective adoption. Early adoption is permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of this guidance on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.

In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures ("ASU 2023-09"). ASU 2023-09 requires enhanced annual disclosures regarding the rate reconciliation and income taxes paid information. ASU 2023-09 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, and may be adopted on a prospective or retrospective basis. Early adoption is permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of this guidance on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.

Note 3: Variable Interest Entity

In May 2023, the Company shut down the operations and deconsolidated the assets and liabilities of SW Financial. The Company recognized a loss on deconsolidation of SW Financial's assets and liabilities of approximately $1.7 million, as detailed in the table below (in $000’s):

Accounts payable $ 242

Lease liabilities 728

Total deconsolidation of liabilities 970

Accounts receivable 130

Other current assets 187

Intangible assets

Customer Relationships 1,348

Tradenames 72

Subtotal Intangible Assets 1,420

Right-of-use assets 687

Other assets 55

Total deconsolidation of assets 2,666

Total loss on disposition $ (1,696)

In connection with the shutdown, on March 31, 2023, the Company entered into a Settlement Agreement and Mutual Release (“Agreement I”) with Angia Holdings, LLC and Thomas Diamante and Lawrence Zelin (“Principals”). Agreement I stipulated that the Principals would pay the Company $1.0 million within 10 days of the effective date of Agreement I, and an additional $1.0 million within 45 days of the effective date of Agreement I if a joint venture, with terms acceptable to the Company, was not formed. The Principals made the initial $1.0 million payment in April 2023, and, having failed to form a joint venture, made the second $1.0 million payment in May 2023. The Company recorded a gain on receipt of the settlement amounts of $2.0 million

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On August 30, 2023, the Company entered into a second Agreement with Angia Holdings, LLC and its Principals (“Agreement II”). Agreement II stipulated that the Principals would pay the Company and additional $1.5 million, of which $750,000 was received and recognized as income as of September 30, 2023. The remaining $750,000 will be recognized upon receipt.

Note 4: Acquisitions

Acquisition of Midwest Grinding

On June 10, 2024, pursuant to an Asset Purchase Agreement, Kinetic acquired certain assets and assumed certain liabilities of Midwest Grinding, a Milwaukee grinding house dedicated to precision Blanchard and specialty surface grinding of small to extra-large capacity. Total consideration for the acquisition was $0.6 million. In connection with the acquisition, Kinetic also acquired the building being used in the business for $0.4 million. Total consideration for both the business and building acquisition was $1.0 million, paid in cash at close.

The fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are based on their estimates of fair value available as of June 10, 2024, as calculated by management. The table below outlines the purchase price allocation of the purchase for Midwest Grinding to the acquired identifiable assets and liabilities assumed as of September 30, 2024 (in $000’s):

Total purchase price $ 1,000

Accounts payable 1

Total consideration 1,001

Accounts receivable 152

Other current assets 71

Property and equipment 738

Intangible Assets

Customer relationships $ 16

Trade names 15

Non-compete agreement 9

Intangible assets 40

Total assets acquired 1,001

Total goodwill $ —

Acquisition of Central Steel

On May 15, 2024, Precision Marshall acquired Central Steel Fabricators (“Central Steel”), a Chicago-based manufacturer of specialized fabricated metal products primarily for data centers and the communications industry. Total consideration for the acquisition was approximately $13.9 million, comprised of $10.7 million paid at closing, a seller note of $1.1 million, a holdback, originally in the amount of $0.3 million, which was reduced to approximately $0.1 million due to a working capital adjustment of approximately $0.2 million, and contingent consideration of $2.0 million paid in the form of a five-year earn-out. The consideration paid at close was funded in part by borrowings under Precision Marshall's credit facility of approximately $3.3 million, and proceeds from a sale and leaseback transaction, discussed below. The acquisition involved no issuance of stock of the Company.

Simultaneous to the acquisition, the Company entered into a sales and leaseback transaction with Legacy West Partners, LLC, an unrelated party, for one of Central Steel's properties located in Broadview, Illinois. The sales price for the real property subject to the sale and leaseback transaction was approximately $8.3 million, with total proceeds received by the Company of approximately $7.9 million, net of approximately $0.4 in seller's fees.

The lease agreement includes a 20-year lease term with twofive-year renewal options. The base rent under the lease agreement is $58,795 per month for the first year of the term and a 2.0% per annum escalator thereafter. The lease agreement is a “net lease,” such that Central Steel is also obligated to pay all taxes, insurance, assessments, and other costs, expenses, and obligations of ownership of the real property incurred by Central Steel. Due to the highly specialized nature of the leased property, the Company currently believes it is more likely than not that each of the twofive-year options will

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be exercised. Consequently, because the aggregate term of the lease at its conclusion will represent approximately 75% of the economic life of the building, the Company concluded that the lease is a financing transaction and a failed sale and leaseback transaction, as defined under ASC 842. The proceeds, net of closing fees, from the failed sale and leaseback transaction were used to assist in funding the acquisition of Central Steel. No gain was recognized as a result of the sale.

The fair value of the purchase price components was approximately $13.9, as detailed below (in $000's):

Fair value of contingent consideration 2,000

Net purchase price $ 13,880

Under the preliminary purchase price allocation, the Company recognized goodwill of approximately $2.9 million, which is calculated as the excess of both the consideration exchanged and liabilities assumed over the fair value of the identifiable assets acquired. The Company anticipates all of the goodwill arising from the acquisition to be fully deductible for tax purposes.

The table below outlines the purchase price allocation, as revised, for the purchase of Central Steel to the acquired identifiable assets, liabilities assumed and goodwill (in $000’s):

Total purchase price $ 13,880

Accounts payable 464

Accrued liabilities 969

Total liabilities assumed 1,433

Total purchase price plus liabilities assumed 15,313

Accounts receivable 2,418

Property and equipment 5,034

Intangible assets

Customer relationships 900

Subtotal intangible assets 2,125

Other assets 475

Total assets acquired 12,407

Total goodwill $ 2,906

Acquisition of CRO

On October 13, 2023, Flooring Liquidators acquired certain assets and assumed certain liabilities of Carpet Remnant Outlet, Inc. (“CRO”), a floor covering retailer and installer serving residential and commercial customers throughout Northwest Arkansas. Total consideration for the acquisition was approximately $1.4 million and was comprised of cash at

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close of approximately $1.0 million, an indemnification holdback amount of $0.3 million, and additional consideration valued at $89,000.

The fair value of the purchase price components was $1.4 million, as detailed below (in $000's):

Additional consideration 89

Purchase price $ 1,423

Under the preliminary purchase price allocation, the Company recognized goodwill of $89,000, which is calculated as the excess of both the consideration exchanged and liabilities assumed as compared to the fair value of the identifiable assets acquired. The values assigned to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are based on their estimates of fair value available as of October 13, 2023, as calculated by an independent third-party firm. The value of the additional consideration was calculated by management. During the year ended September 30, 2024, the Company recorded a noncash fair value adjustment related to the value of the additional consideration in the amount of approximately $336,000. The Company anticipates the $89,000 of goodwill arising from the acquisition to be fully deductible for tax purposes.

The table below outlines the purchase price allocation of the purchase for CRO to the acquired identifiable assets, liabilities assumed and goodwill as of September 30, 2024 (in $000’s):

Total purchase price $ 1,423

Accounts payable 770

Accrued liabilities 1,298

Total liabilities assumed 2,068

Total consideration 3,491

Accounts receivable 259

Property and equipment 261

Intangible assets 1,190

Other assets 286

Total assets acquired 3,402

Total goodwill $ 89

Acquisition of Johnson

On November 30, 2023, CRO acquired certain assets and assumed certain liabilities of Johnson Floor & Home (“Johnson”), a floor covering retailer and installer serving residential and commercial customers through four locations in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area, and one in Joplin, Missouri. Total consideration for the acquisition was $2.0 million, comprised of cash at close of $0.5 million, deferred consideration in the form of a seller note of $1.2 million, with additional consideration paid in the form of an earnout valued at approximately $0.3 million. The deferred consideration is payable in

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three $0.4 million installments due annually on the first three anniversary dates following the closing date. Each installment will accrue interest at 6.0% per annum until paid.

The fair value of the purchase price components outlined above was approximately $2.0 million, as detailed below (in $000's):

Deferred consideration 1,200

Purchase price $ 2,001

The values assigned to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are based on their estimates of fair value available as of November 30, 2023, as calculated by management. The table below outlines the purchase price allocation of the purchase for Johnson to the acquired identifiable assets and liabilities assumed as of September 30, 2024 (in $000’s):

Total purchase price $ 2,001

Accounts payable 1,017

Accrued liabilities 1,141

Total liabilities assumed 2,158

Total consideration 4,159

Accounts receivable 1,252

Property and equipment 157

Intangible assets

Customer relationships $ 1,301

Non-compete agreement 306

Subtotal intangible assets 1,607

Other assets 16

Total assets acquired 4,159

Total goodwill $ —

On May 24, 2024, CRO entered into an asset purchase agreement with the original seller of Johnson under which the original seller agreed to purchase certain assets and assume certain obligations acquired by CRO under the original asset

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purchase agreement. Consequently, CRO recorded a loss on disposition of Johnson’s assets and liabilities of approximately $0.3 million, as detailed in the table below (in $000's):

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 475

Lease liabilities 2,703

Total deconsolidation of liabilities 4,715

Property and equipment 206

Intangible assets

Customer relationships 1,224

Non-compete agreement 281

Subtotal intangible assets 1,505

Total deconsolidation of assets 5,016

Total loss on disposition $ (301)

Acquisition of Harris Flooring Group® Brands

On September 20, 2023, Marquis acquired the Harris Flooring Group® brands from Q.E.P., a designer, manufacturer, and distributor of a broad range of best-in-class flooring and installation solutions for commercial and home improvement projects. Specifically, Marquis acquired the Harris Flooring Group brands, inventory, and book of business and intends to retain all sales representatives. The purchase price was $10.1 million, consisting of $3.0 million in cash at close, and the recording of a deferred payment of $5.1 million and holdback of $2.0 million. The acquisition was determined to be an asset acquisition for accounting purposes. The entirety of the purchase was allocated to inventory.

Acquisition of PMW

On July 20, 2023 (“Effective Date”), the Company acquired PMW, a Kentucky-based Metal Stamping and Value-Added Manufacturing Company. PMW was acquired for total consideration of approximately $28 million, comprised of a $25 million purchase price, plus closing cash, and subject to working capital adjustments, with additional consideration of up to $3 million paid in the form of an earn-out. The purchase price was funded in part by a $2.5 million seller note, borrowings under a credit facility of $14.4 million, and proceeds under a sale and leaseback transaction of approximately $8.6 million. The acquisition involved no issuance of stock of the Company.

As of the Effective Date, the Company entered into a sales and leaseback transaction for two properties acquired, one located in Frankfort, Kentucky, and the other located in Louisville, Kentucky, with Legacy West Kentucky Portfolio, LLC (“Lessor”). The aggregate sales price of the Real Estate was approximately $14.5 million.The Louisville, Kentucky property was acquired on the Effective Date for $5.1 million in connection with an option of the Acquired Company to purchase that property.

The provisions of each of the two lease agreements include a 20-year lease term with twofive-year renewal options. The base rent under the Frankfort lease agreement is $34,977 per month for the first year of the term and a 2% per annum escalator thereafter. The base rent under the Louisville lease agreement is $63,493 per month for the first year of the term and a 2% per annum escalator thereafter. Both Lease Agreements are “net leases,” such that the lessees are also obligated to pay all taxes, insurance, assessments, and other costs, expenses, and obligations of ownership of the Real Property incurred by the lessor. Due to the highly specialized nature of the leased assets, the Company currently believes it is more likely than not that each of the twofive-year options will be exercised. The proceeds of $14.5 million, net of closing fees, from the sale-leaseback were used to assist in funding the acquisition of PMW.

The fair value of the purchase price components outlined above was $26.8 million due to fair value adjustments for the contingent consideration, cash acquired, and working capital adjustments, as detailed below (in $000's):

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Fair value of earnout 2,675

Cash from balance sheet 1,602

Working capital adjustment (2,500)

Net purchase price $ 26,777

Under the preliminary purchase price allocation, the Company recognized goodwill of approximately $4.7 million, which is calculated as the excess of both the consideration exchanged and liabilities assumed as compared to the fair value of the identifiable assets acquired. The values assigned to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are based on their estimates of fair value available as of July 20, 2023, as calculated by an independent third-party firm. Because the transaction was considered a stock purchase for tax purposes, none of the goodwill arising from the acquisition will be deductible for tax purposes. During the year ended September 30, 2024, the Company recorded noncash fair value adjustments related to inventory and other liabilities assumed, as well as an adjustment to deferred tax liabilities in the aggregate amount of $652,000. During the year ended September 30, 2023, the Company recorded a noncash fair value adjustment related to deferred tax liabilities in the aggregate amount of $312,000.

The table below outlines the purchase price allocation of the purchase for PMW to the acquired identifiable assets, liabilities assumed, and goodwill (in $000’s):

Net purchase price $ 26,777

Accrued liabilities 5,771

Total liabilities assumed 16,559

Total consideration 43,336

Accounts receivable 12,613

Property, plant and equipment 13,616

Intangible assets 3,600

Other assets 849

Total assets acquired 38,670

Total goodwill $ 4,666

Proforma Information

The table below presents selected proforma information for the Company for the year ended September 30, 2023, assuming that the acquisition had occurred on October 1, 2022 (the beginning of the Company’s 2023 fiscal year), pursuant to ASC 805-10-50. This proforma information does not purport to represent what the actual results of operations of the Company would have been had the acquisition occurred on that date, nor does it purport to predict the results of operations for future periods (in $000’s).

Year Ended September 30, 2023 As Reported Adjustments Proforma

Live (1) PMW (2) Adjustments (3) Total

Earnings per basic common share $ (0.03) $ (0.72)

Earnings per basic diluted share $ (0.03) $ (0.72)

(1)Live for the year ended September 30, 2023. Includes PMW from July 20, 2023 through September 30, 2023.

(2)PMW from October 1, 2022 through the acquisition date of July 19, 2023.

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(3)Reflects adjustments for (a) amortization expense of definite-lived intangible assets based on the preliminary fair value at the acquisition date, and (b) interest expense to include proforma interest expense that would have been incurred as a result of the acquisition financing obtained by the Company.

Acquisition of Cal Coast Carpets

On June 2, 2023, Flooring Liquidators acquired certain fixed assets and other intangible assets of Cal Coast Carpets, Inc. (“Cal Coast”), and its shareholders, which was effected through two Asset Purchase Agreements (“Agreement”, or collectively, “Agreements”). No liabilities were assumed as part of either transaction. The purchase price for the fixed assets acquired from Cal Coast was $35,000, and the intangible assets acquired from the shareholders was approximately $1.265 million, for a total combined purchase price of $1.3 million. The intangible assets acquired were comprised of customer relationships, trade name, and non-compete agreements. The acquisition was determined to be an asset acquisition for accounting purposes and, as such, no goodwill was recorded as part of the transaction. The values assigned to the assets acquired are based on their estimates of fair value available as of June 2, 2023, as calculated by management.

The table below outlines the purchase price allocation of the purchase for Cal Coast to the acquired identifiable assets (in $000’s):

Property, plant and equipment $ 35

Intangible assets

Customer relationships 785

Non-compete agreement 55

Total intangible assets 1,265

Total assets acquired $ 1,300

Acquisition of Flooring Liquidators

On January 18, 2023, Live Ventures acquired 100% of the issued and outstanding equity interests (the “Equity Interests”) of Flooring Liquidators, Inc., Elite Builder Services, Inc., 7 Day Stone, Inc., Floorable, LLC, K2L Leasing, LLC, and SJ & K Equipment, Inc. (collectively, the “Acquired Companies”). The Acquired Companies are leading retailers and installers of floors, carpets, and countertops to consumers, builders, and contractors in California and Nevada.

The acquisition was effected pursuant to a Securities Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with an effective date of January 18, 2023 by and among the Company, and Stephen J. Kellogg, as the seller representative of the equity holders of the Acquired Companies and individually in his capacity as an equity holder of the Acquired Companies, and the other equity holders of the Acquired Companies (collectively, the “Seller”). The purchase price for the Equity Interests was $83.8 million before any fair value considerations, and is comprised of the following:

•$41.8 million in cash to the Seller;

•$34.0 million (the “Note Amount”) to certain trusts for the benefit of Kellogg and members of his family (the “Kellogg Trusts”) pursuant to the issuance by the Company of a subordinated promissory note (the “Note”) in favor of the Kellogg Trusts;

•$4.0 million to the Kellogg 2022 Family Irrevocable Nevada Trust by issuance of 116,441 shares of Company Common Stock (as defined in the Purchase Agreement) (the “Share Amount”), calculated in the manner described in the Purchase Agreement;

•$2.0 million holdback; and

•$2.0 million of contingent consideration, comprised of $1.0 million in cash and $1.0 million in restricted stock units.

The fair value the purchase price components outlined above was $78.7 million due to fair value adjustments for the Note and restricted stock, as detailed below (in $000's):

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Fair value adjustment, sellers note (3,300)

Fair value adjustment, restricted stock (1,800)

Net purchase price $ 78,700

Under the purchase price allocation, the Company recognized goodwill of approximately $30.4 million, which is calculated as the excess of both the consideration exchanged and liabilities assumed as compared to the fair value of the identifiable assets acquired. The values assigned to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are based on their estimates of fair value available as of January 18, 2023, as calculated by an independent third-party firm. During the year ended September 30, 2024, the Company recorded a fair value adjustment related to its contingent consideration of $1.0 million. The Company anticipates the balance of the goodwill arising from the acquisition to be fully deductible for tax purposes.

The table below outlines the purchase price allocation of the purchase for Flooring Liquidators to the acquired identifiable assets, liabilities assumed and goodwill (in $000’s):

Net purchase price $ 78,700

Accounts payable 5,189

Accrued liabilities 9,700

Total liabilities assumed 14,949

Total consideration 93,649

Accounts receivable 4,824

Property, plant and equipment 4,643

Intangible assets

Customer relationships 7,700

Non-compete agreements 1,625

Subtotal intangible assets 22,649

Total assets acquired 63,230

Proforma Information

The table below presents selected proforma information for the Company for the year ended September 30, 2023, assuming that the acquisition had occurred on October 1, 2022 (the beginning of the Company’s 2023 fiscal year), pursuant to ASC 805-10-50. This proforma information does not purport to represent what the actual results of operations of the Company would have been had the acquisition occurred on that date, nor does it purport to predict the results of operations for future periods (in $000’s).

Year Ended September 30, 2023 As Reported Adjustments Proforma

Live (1) Flooring Liquidators (2) Adjustments (3) Total

Source: SEC EDGAR (public domain) · 10-K for the period ended 2024-09-30, filed 2024-12-19 · accession 0001628280-24-052099

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