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ZK International Group Co., Ltd. Announces Earnings Results for the First Half of Fiscal Year 2025

WENZHOU, China, Sept. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ZK International Group Co., Ltd. (ZKIN) ("ZK International" or the "Company"), a designer, engineer, manufacturer, and supplier of patented high-performance stainless steel and carbon steel pipe products primarily used for water and gas supplies, today announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended March 31, 2025. 

Financial Highlights for the First Half of Fiscal Year 202 5



For the Six Months Ended March 31,



($ millions, except per share data)


2025



2024



% Change



Revenue


$

40.00



$

52.89




(24.37)

%


Gross profit


$

2.19



$

3.35




(34.63)

%


Gross margin



5.47

%



6.33

%



-0.86

%

pp*

Income loss from operations


$

(0.49)



$

(0.16)




197.83

%


Operating margin



(1.22)

%



(0.31)

%



-0.91

%

pp*

Net loss


$

(0.80)



$

(0.48)




66.48 %



Diluted earnings per share


$

(0.02)



$

(0.01)




-




* pp: percentage point(s)

 

  • Revenue decreased by 24.37% to $40.00 million for the six months ended March 31, 2025 from $52.89 million for the six months ended March 31, 2024. During the first fiscal half of 2025, we faced a decrease in demand for our piping products, mainly due to the slow recovery in the real estate market (such as reduced construction projects and weakened investment momentum) during the fiscal half period. Despite our efforts to manage costs related to raw materials (including nickel, a key component of stainless steel), the dampened market demand not only lowered our sales volume but also limited our ability to adjust pricing. As a result, the combined effect of weaker sales and challenging market conditions led to the revenue decline for the six months ended March 31, 2025.
  • Gross profit decreased by 34.63% to $2.19 million. Gross margin was 5.47%, compared to 6.33% for the same period of the prior fiscal period. The falling revenue, along with increased raw materials costs (particularly for stainless steel which is a key component of our products), has outpaced our cost optimization efforts which led to a decline in gross margin.
  • Loss from operations was $0.49 million, compared to loss from operations of $0.16 million for the same period of the prior fiscal year. Operating margin was (1.22)%, compared to (0.31)% for the same period of the prior fiscal year.
  • Net loss was $0.8 million. This compared to a net loss of $0.48 million for the same period of the prior fiscal year.

Financial Results for the First Half of Fiscal Year 202 5

Revenue

Revenue decreased by $12,890,784.00 or 24.37%, to $39,996,372 for the six months ended March 31, 2025 from $52,887,156 for the six months ended March 31, 2024. During the first fiscal half of 2025, we faced a decrease in demand for our piping products, mainly due to the slow recovery in the real estate market (such as reduced construction projects and weakened investment momentum) during the fiscal half period. Despite our efforts to manage costs related to raw materials (including nickel, a key component of stainless steel), the dampened market demand not only lowered our sales volume but also limited our ability to adjust pricing. As a result, the combined effect of weaker sales and challenging market conditions led to the revenue decline for the six months ended March 31, 2025.

Gross Profit

Our gross profit decreased by $1,163,908, or 34.74%, to $2,186,102 for the six months ended March 31, 2025 from $3,350,010 for the six months ended March 31, 2024. Gross profit margin was 5.47% for the six months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to 6.33% for the six months ended March 31, 2024. The decrease of our gross profit was mainly attributable to the revenue decline amid real estate market sector. Moreover, persistent raw materials costs (particularly for stainless steel, a key component of our products) have outpaced our cost optimization efforts, which led to a decline in gross margin.

Selling and Marketing Expenses

We incurred $881,686 in selling and marketing expenses for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to $880,824 for the six months ended March 31, 2024. Selling and marketing expenses increased by $862, or 0.10%, during the six months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the six months ended March 31, 2024.

General and Administrative expenses

We incurred $1,396,466 in general and administrative expenses for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to $2,010,566 for the six months ended March 31, 2024. General and administrative expenses decreased by $614,100 or 30.54%, for the six months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. The decrease is primarily due to reductions in consulting expenses and employee related costs.

Research and Development Expenses

We incurred $396,934 in research and development expenses for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to $622,805 for the six months ended March 31, 2024. R&D expenses decreased by $225,871, or 36.27%, for the six months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

Income (loss) from Operations

As a result of the factors described above, we incurred operating loss of $488,984 for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to operating loss of $164,185 for the six months ended March 31, 2024, an increase of operating loss of $324,799.

Other Income (Expenses)

Our interest income and expenses were $4,052 and $349,499, respectively, for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to interest income and expenses of $7,868 and $411,045, respectively, for the six months ended March 31, 2024.

Net Income (loss) 

As a result of the factors described above, we incurred net loss of $802,028 for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to net loss of $481,753 for the six months ended March 31, 2024, an increase in net loss of $320,275. 

Financial Condition

As of March 31, 2025, cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash and short-term investments totaled $1.61 million, compared to $4.16 million as of September 30, 2024. Short-term bank borrowings were $11.19 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $10.26 million as of September 30, 2024. 

Accounts receivable was $19.82 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $22.39 million as of September 30, 2024. Inventories were $15.49 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $13.53 million as of September 30, 2024. Accounts payable was $2.43 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $3.13 million as of September 30, 2024.

Total current assets and current liabilities were $55.30 million and $45.39 million, respectively, leading to a current ratio of 1.22 as of March 31, 2025. This compared to total current assets and current liabilities were $62.74 million and $24.89 million, respectively, and current ratio of 1.26 as of September 30, 2024.

About ZK International Group Co., Ltd.

ZK International Group Co., Ltd. is a China-based designer, engineer, manufacturer, and supplier of patented high-performance stainless steel and carbon steel pipe products that require sophisticated water or gas pipeline systems. The Company owns 33 patents, 21 trademarks, 2 Technical Achievement Awards, and 10 National and Industry Standard Awards. ZK International is Quality Management System Certified (ISO9001), Environmental Management System Certified (ISO1401), and a National Industrial Stainless Steel Production Licensee that is focused on supplying steel piping for the multi-billion dollar industries of Gas and Water sectors. ZK has supplied stainless steel pipelines for over 2,000 projects, including the Beijing National Airport, the "Water Cube", and "Bird's Nest", which were venues for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.  Emphasizing superior properties and durability of its steel piping, ZK International is providing a solution for the delivery of high quality, highly sustainable, environmentally sound drinkable water not only to the China market but also to international markets such as Europe, East Asia, and Southeast Asia.

For more information please visit www.ZKInternationalGroup.com. Additionally, please follow the Company on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Weibo. For further information on the Company's SEC filings please visit www.sec.gov.

Safe Harbor Statement 

This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, words such as "may," "will," "expect," "believe," "anticipate," "intend," "could," "estimate" or "continue" or the negative or other variations thereof or comparable terminology are intended to identify forward-looking statements. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantee of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of ZK International. Actual results may differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements due to risks and uncertainties, as well as other risk factors that are included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Although ZK International believes that the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements are reasonable, any of the assumptions could prove inaccurate and, therefore, there can be no assurance that the results contemplated in forward-looking statements will be realized.  In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking information included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a representation by ZK International or any other person that their objectives or plans will be achieved. ZK International does not undertake any obligation to revise the forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

ZK International Group Co., Ltd. and Subsidiaries


Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income (Loss)


For the Six Months Ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 (Unaudited)


(IN U.S. DOLLARS, EXCEPT SHARE DATA)






For the Six Months Ended 
March 31,




2025



2024


Revenues



39,996,372



$

52,887,156


Cost of sales



37,810,270




49,537,146


Gross profit



2,186,102




3,350,010











Operating expenses:









Selling and marketing expenses



881,686




880,824


General and administrative expenses



1,396,466




2,010,566


Research and development costs



396,934




622,805


Total operating expenses



2,675,086




3,514,195











Operating income (loss)



(488,984)




(164,185)











Other income (expenses):









Interest expenses



(349,499)




(411,045)


Interest income



4,052




7,868


Other income (expenses), net



46,574




92,816


Total other income (expenses), net



(298,873)




(310,361)











Income (Loss) before income taxes



(787,857)




(474,546)











Income tax provision



(14,171)




(7,207)











Net income (loss)



(802,028)




(481,753)


Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests



(5,227)




-











Net income (loss) attributable to ZK International Group Co., Ltd.



(796,801)




(481,753)











Net income (loss)



(802,028)




(481,753)











Other comprehensive income:









Foreign currency translation adjustment


















Total comprehensive income (loss)



(802,028)




(481,753)


Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests



(1,688)




(9,284)


Comprehensive income attributable to ZK International Group Co., Ltd.



(803,716)




(472,468)











Basic and diluted earnings per share









Basic



(0.15)




(0.11)


Diluted



(0.15)




(0.11)


Weighted average number of shares outstanding









Basic



5,232,469




4,492,280


Diluted



5,232,469




4,492,280


 

 

 

ZK International Group Co., Ltd. and Subsidiaries

Consolidated Balance Sheets

As of March 31, 2025 and September 30, 2024 (Unaudited)

( IN U.S. DOLLARS)




As of September 30, 



2024


2023

Assets







Current assets







Cash and cash equivalents


$

1,559,434


$

4,009,387

Restricted cash



46,714



103,917

Short-term Investment



-



50,111

Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts and provision for expected credit loss
of $7,330,890 and $7,580,664, respectively



19,816,792



22,393,810

Notes receivable



750,672



355,761

Prepayment, deposit and other receivable - current



8,166,269



4,657,014

Inventories



15,487,586



13,528,170

Advance to suppliers



9,469,805



17,641,946

Total current assets



55,297,272



62,740,116

Property, plant and equipment, net



7,957,533



8,104,335

Right-of-use asset – Operating lease



212,915



162,103

Intangible assets, net



1,234,704



1,282,939

Deferred tax assets






—

Prepayment, deposit and other receivable - Non-current



261,576



271,201

Long-term prepayment






—

Long-term accounts receivable



4,788,657



5,379,311

Long-term investment



2,037,086



2,046,868

TOTAL ASSETS


$

71,789,743


$

79,986,873

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY







Current liabilities:







Accounts payable


$

2,426,968


$

3,125,104

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities



3,749,209



4,261,080

Operating lease liability - current



-



12,280

Accrued payroll and welfare



2,662,269



2,323,244

Advance from customers



10,081,298



14,861,280

Due to related parties



70,500



216,906

Convertible debentures



4,917,683



4,917,683

Bank borrowings - current



11,194,069



10,259,918

Long-term Bank borrowings - current



9,795,775



9,765,447

Notes payables



493,219



124,957

Total current liabilities



45,390,990



49,867,899

Operating lease liability – non-current






—

Bank borrowings – non-current



-



1,802,468

TOTAL LIABILITIES


$

45,390,990


$

51,670,367








COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES






—








Equity







Common stock, no par value, 50,000,000 shares authorized, 5,232,469 and 5,163,946 shares
issued and outstanding, respectively






—

Additional paid-in capital



77,886,898



77,886,898

Statutory surplus reserve



3,176,556



3,176,556

Subscription receivable



(125,000)



(125,000)

Retained earnings (Deficits) 



(51,245,374)



(50,448,573)

Accumulated other comprehensive loss



(3,449,608)



(2,326,968)

Total equity attributable to ZK International Group Co., Ltd.



26,243,472



28,162,913

Equity attributable to non-controlling interests



155,281



153,593

Total equity



26,398,753



28,316,506

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY


$

71,789,743


$

79,986,873

 

 

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