Mercanto Provides Forward-Looking Operational Update on Q2 2026 Performance and Portfolio Trends

Executive Summary

• Mercanto provides preliminary Q2 2026 revenue guidance of $2.05‑$2.20 M, representing >110% growth versus the prior year.
• Expected net profit of $150K‑$190K contrasts with a net loss of $(109,215) in Q2 2025; EBITDA projected at $220K‑$270K versus a loss of $(96,038) last year.
• The company attributes the strong performance to the recent launch of three vape cartridge SKUs and an approved battery in Quebec, noting early sales volatility but improving inventory stability.

Key Details

• Product Launch: Introduced three vape cartridge SKUs and an approved battery late in Q2 2026; products were available ~1 month into the quarter.
• Sales Dynamics: Early sales volatile due to holiday season and staggered rollout; rapid sell‑through in some locations, temporary stock‑outs observed.
• Supply Stabilization: Management reports normalization of inventory flow and ordering cadence, indicating demand now above original launch expectations.
• Revenue Guidance: $2.05 M – $2.20 M for Q2 2026 (vs. $1.00 M in Q2 2025).
• Net Profit Guidance: $150 K – $190 K for Q2 2026 (vs. a loss of $(109,215) in Q2 2025).
• EBITDA Guidance: $220 K – $270 K for Q2 2026 (vs. a loss of $(96,038) in Q2 2025).
• Growth Drivers: Vape cartridge and battery sales identified as primary catalyst for transformational quarter‑over‑quarter growth.
• Forward‑Looking Statements: Includes assumptions on consumer demand, regulatory environment, supply chain stability, pricing, and operational execution; actual results may differ materially.

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