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Great Elm Group, Inc. (GEG) - Q2 2026 10-Q Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This report covers the quarterly period ended December 31, 2025 (Fiscal Q2 2026). Great Elm Group, Inc. is an alternative asset management company managing a diversified portfolio across credit, real estate, and specialty finance. As of the reporting date, the company manages approximately $740 million in assets. The company recently realigned its segment reporting structure effective September 30, 2025, into two primary segments: Alternative Credit and Real Estate.

Key Financial Metrics

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Net Loss vs. Income: The company reported a net loss of $15.8 million for the quarter, a significant reversal from the $1.2 million net income in the prior year quarter. This was primarily driven by a $11.4 million net unrealized loss on investments, compared to a $2.4 million gain in the prior year. This loss was attributed to a notable unrealized loss on a private fund investment and a reduction in the stock price of another investment.
• Revenue Composition: While total revenues decreased slightly on a quarterly basis ($3.0M vs $3.5M), YTD revenues increased 84% ($13.8M vs $7.5M). The YTD increase was driven by $7.4 million in real estate property sales recognized in September 2025, offset by a $1.4 million reduction in incentive fees.
• Operating Expenses: Operating costs increased significantly, with compensation and benefits rising 44% quarter-over-quarter and 45% YTD. This increase is largely due to personnel additions from the Greenfield CRE acquisition completed in February 2025.
• Liquidity: Cash and cash equivalents increased to $51.2 million from $30.6 million at the end of the prior fiscal year, supported by net cash provided by operating activities ($1.9 million) and financing activities ($6.8 million).

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

• Capital Raising: The company executed two significant equity transactions in the quarter: a $2.9 million private placement with Kennedy Lewis Investment Management (KLIM) and a $9.0 million private placement with Woodstead Value Fund LP, which included warrants to purchase 2 million shares.
• Debt Covenants: The company maintains a net consolidated debt-to-equity ratio of 0.2:1.0, well below the 2:1.0 covenant limit on its 7.25% Notes due 2027.
• Stock Repurchases: The Board authorized an increase in the stock repurchase plan to $25 million. During the quarter, the company repurchased approximately 1.06 million shares at an average price of $2.47 per share.
• Risks: Key risks include the ability to profitably manage underlying funds (GECC and Monomoy UpREIT), market volatility affecting unrealized gains/losses, and the ability to sell real estate developments at a profit. The company notes that forward-looking statements involve uncertainties regarding global trade policies, interest rates, and inflation.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Investment Valuation: Verify the specific details and valuation methodology of the private fund investment that generated the $11.4 million unrealized loss, as this was the primary driver of the net loss.
• Real Estate Pipeline: Assess the status of remaining real estate development projects and the sustainability of the $7.4 million in property sales revenue recognized in the current YTD period.
• Acquisition Integration: Monitor the integration of the Greenfield CRE acquisition and whether the increased operating expenses will yield proportional revenue growth in future periods.
• Convertible Notes: Review the terms of the $35.9 million in convertible notes, noting that a significant portion is held by related parties and that interest has historically been paid in-kind.
• Equity Dilution: Evaluate the impact of the recent warrant issuances (Series A and Series B) and the potential dilution from the conversion of outstanding convertible notes.