10-Q: FDCTech Reports Mixed Q2 2025 Results Amid Strategic Shifts

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Quarterly Report 13 August 2025 3:19 PM

FDCTech, Inc. reported a decrease in total revenue but a significant improvement in operating income for Q2 2025, alongside an increased net loss and ongoing internal control challenges.

Capital raiseManagement states that while current cash is sufficient, strategic growth initiatives may require additional capital investment.The company may seek external financing through private equity, public markets, or credit facilities.Management intends to raise funds through private placement offerings and debt financing.The company may explore revolving loan agreements with financial institutions or other funding options.

Worse than expectedTotal revenue decreased by 8.74% year-over-year for the six months ended June 30, 2025.Net loss increased by 50.71% year-over-year for the six months ended June 30, 2025.The accumulated deficit continued to grow, reaching $2,916,646.The company's auditors included a going concern explanatory paragraph in their reports for the past two fiscal years, indicating significant doubt about the company's ability to continue as a going concern.Internal controls over financial reporting were deemed ineffective due to material weaknesses, which is a critical red flag for investors.

Summary

Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025, decreased by 8.74% to $11,412,351 from $12,505,856 in the prior year period.
Net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2025, increased to $319,249 from $211,830 in the prior year period, a 50.71% increase.
Operating income significantly improved to $239,367 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to an operating loss of $1,162,780 in the prior year period.
Cash balance increased to $26,195,817 as of June 30, 2025, from $24,781,389 as of December 31, 2024.
Working capital surplus increased to $12,202,035 as of June 30, 2025, from $9,097,591 as of December 31, 2024.
Technology & Software Development revenue surged to $2,007,574 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, up from $554,759 in the prior year.
Brokerage (Trading) revenue decreased to $6,216,255 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, from $8,698,221 in the prior year.
Wealth Management revenue slightly decreased to $3,188,522 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, from $3,252,876 in the prior year.
Gross margins for Investment and Brokerage improved to 53.30% (from 42.83%) and Wealth Management to 11.13% (from 9.82%) for the six months ended June 30, 2025.
Gross margin for Technology & Software Development decreased to 75.34% (from 95.28%) for the six months ended June 30, 2025.
The company terminated a letter of intent to acquire a community bank in Iowa in April 2024, incurring a $100,000 payment.
A new wholly-owned subsidiary, Prime Intermarket Group Eurasia (PIG Eurasia), was formed in Mauritius on May 27, 2025, to operate as an Investment Dealer.

Sentiment

Score: 4

Explanation: The sentiment is moderately negative. While there are positives like improved operating income and strong tech revenue growth, the overall revenue decline, increased net loss, persistent accumulated deficit, and critical internal control weaknesses, coupled with the going concern warning from auditors, outweigh the positive operational shifts. The legal proceeding adds further uncertainty.

Positives

Operating income turned positive, reaching $239,367 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, a significant improvement from a $1,162,780 loss in the prior year.
Technology & Software Development revenue experienced substantial growth, increasing by 262% to $2,007,574 for the six months ended June 30, 2025.
Gross margins improved in the Investment and Brokerage segment (53.30% vs. 42.83%) and Wealth Management segment (11.13% vs. 9.82%).
Cash balance increased to $26,195,817 and working capital surplus grew to $12,202,035, indicating improved liquidity.
Strategic expansion continues with the formation of Prime Intermarket Group Eurasia in Mauritius, holding an Investment Dealer License.
The company is actively developing the Condor Investing & Trading App, expected to commercialize by the end of fiscal year 2025.

Negatives

Total consolidated revenue decreased by 8.74% to $11,412,351 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to the prior year.
Net loss increased by 50.71% to $319,249 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to the prior year.
The accumulated deficit increased to $2,916,646 as of June 30, 2025.
Brokerage (Trading) revenue saw a significant decline of 28.53% to $6,216,255 for the six months ended June 30, 2025.
Gross margin for Technology & Software Development decreased from 95.28% to 75.34%.
Disclosure controls and procedures were deemed not effective as of June 30, 2025, due to material weaknesses.
Auditors included an explanatory paragraph regarding concerns about the company's ability to continue as a going concern for fiscal years ended December 31, 2024, and 2023.

Risks

Material weakness in internal controls due to inadequate segregation of duties, limited personnel, and insufficient written policies and procedures for accounting, IT, and financial reporting.
Uncertainty regarding the outcome of pending legal proceedings, which could have a material impact on business, financial condition, and results of operations.
Reliance on external financing for strategic growth initiatives, with no guarantee of availability or favorable terms.
Exposure to foreign currency translation risks, as operations are conducted in multiple currencies (AUD, EUR, GBP).
Geopolitical risks, specifically the Ukraine-Russia conflict, which led to the relocation of personnel and could impact software development capabilities if it worsens or expands.
Concentration of cash balances in non-FDIC financial institutions in Malta, the UK, and other countries, posing potential risk if these institutions face issues.

Future Outlook

Management believes existing cash reserves are sufficient for ongoing operations for at least the next twelve months. The company plans to continue investing in sales, marketing, product development, and technology solutions, with anticipated capital expenditures rising to $1,000,000. The Condor Investing & Trading App is expected to commercialize by the end of fiscal year 2025. The company intends to enhance revenue from its diversified portfolio, achieve positive cash flow, and raise additional funds through private placement offerings and debt financing to support long-term growth and acquire long-lived assets.

Management Comments

We are building a diversified global financial services company driven by proprietary Condor trading technologies, complementary regulatory licenses, and a proven executive team.
We plan to acquire, integrate, transform, and scale legacy financial service companies.
We believe our proprietary technology and software development capabilities allow legacy financial services companies immediate exposure to forex, stocks, ETFs, commodities, digital assets, social/copy trading, and other high-growth fintech markets.
Management remains focused on strengthening the company's financial position by expanding its global customer base, increasing revenue from its diversified portfolio of technological solutions, and working toward achieving a positive cash flow.
Mitchell M. Eaglstein, CEO, was appointed as the CEO and COO of Alchemy Markets Ltd. (AML) to oversee operations in Malta.

Industry Context

FDCTech operates in the highly competitive and regulated fintech and financial services industries. Its strategy of acquiring and integrating legacy financial services firms, coupled with proprietary technology development, positions it to capitalize on the ongoing digital transformation in financial markets. The expansion into new European markets (Germany, France) through client acquisitions by Alchemy Markets Ltd. reflects a broader trend of consolidation and market penetration in the brokerage sector. The development of the Condor Investing & Trading App aligns with the increasing demand for mobile-first trading solutions and digital asset integration. The company's focus on regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions (Australia, Malta, UK, Mauritius) is critical in an environment of evolving financial regulations.

Comparison to Industry Standards

The company's strategy of acquiring and integrating small to mid-sized legacy financial services companies is a common approach in the fragmented fintech and brokerage sectors, aiming for economies of scale and market share expansion. Comparable companies like StoneX Group Inc. (SNEX) or Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (IBKR) have also pursued strategic acquisitions to broaden their service offerings and geographic reach, though on a much larger scale.
The improvement in Investment and Brokerage gross margin to 53.30% is competitive within the online brokerage industry, where margins can vary widely based on trading volumes, asset classes, and fee structures. For instance, some high-volume, low-commission brokers might operate on thinner margins, while those offering specialized services or market-making can achieve higher percentages.
The Wealth Management gross margin of 11.13% is relatively low compared to established wealth management firms, which often achieve higher margins (e.g., 20-30% or more) due to recurring advisory fees and asset under management (AUM) growth. This suggests potential for operational efficiency improvements or a different revenue mix within this segment.
The significant growth in Technology & Software Development revenue indicates strong demand for the company's proprietary Condor Trading Technology, aligning with the broader industry trend of financial institutions investing heavily in digital infrastructure and automation. However, the decrease in its gross margin from 95.28% to 75.34% suggests increased costs associated with scaling or developing these solutions, which warrants further analysis compared to pure-play software providers like Broadridge Financial Solutions (BR) or SS&C Technologies (SSNC) that typically maintain very high software margins.

Management Changes

Role	Previous Person	New Person	Effective Date	Reason
CEO and COO of Alchemy Markets Ltd. (AML)	NA	Mitchell M. Eaglstein	May 2024	Appointment to oversee operations in Malta.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Auditor Change	Dismissed Farber Hass Hurley LLP and appointed BF Borgers CPA PC as independent registered public accounting firm.	2021-07-02	Change in audit firm, no adverse opinion or disclaimer from previous auditor.
Auditor Change	Terminated BF Borgers CPA PC and engaged Bolko & Company as independent registered public accounting firm.	2023-04-18	Change in audit firm; previous auditor provided a going concern qualification.
Auditor Change	Terminated Bolko & Company and engaged Fortune CPA Inc. as independent registered public accounting firm.	2024-03-04	Change in audit firm; no disagreements reported with previous auditor during their tenure.
Auditor Change	Approved the engagement of Olayinka Oyebola & Co as independent registered public accounting firm.	2024-07-02	Further change in audit firm, with the new firm being a member of PCAOB and CPAB.
Authorized Share Increase	Increased the number of authorized shares of common stock from 250,000,000 to 500,000,000.	2022-02-10	Provides more flexibility for future equity issuances, potentially for capital raises or acquisitions.
Authorized Share Increase & Reverse Stock Split Authorization	Increased the number of authorized shares of common stock from 500,000,000 to 1,000,000,000 and authorized the Board to effect a Reverse Stock Split (1 for 10 to 1 for 50).	2024-03-12	Provides significant flexibility for capital structure adjustments, potentially to meet listing requirements or facilitate future capital raises, but a reverse split can be dilutive for existing shareholders.
Internal Control Effectiveness	Disclosure controls and procedures were not effective due to material weaknesses in internal controls, including inadequate segregation of duties, limited personnel, and insufficient written policies.	2025-06-30	Significant governance weakness that could lead to financial misstatements or fraud; management intends to remediate.

Legal Proceedings

Received legal correspondence on December 23, 2023, regarding unspecified legal claims or disputes addressed to APSI Holdings Limited (formerly Alchemy Prime Holdings Limited) and FDCTech, Inc. The company is assessing the situation and intends to defend its interests vigorously.

Related Party Transactions

Between February 22, 2016, and April 24, 2017, the company borrowed $1,000,000 from FRH Group, a founder and principal shareholder, via Convertible Promissory Notes.
On February 22, 2021, the company eliminated $1,256,908 in FRH Group convertible notes (including interest) by issuing 12,569,080 unregistered common shares to FRH Group Corporation (also owned by Mr. Hong).
In September 2022, the company issued 30,000,000 common shares for $300,000 cash for Alchemy Prime Limited (APL) and 5,000,000 common shares valued at $60,000 to Gope S. Kundnani (director and owner of APL) as director's compensation.
In January 2023, the company issued 115,000,000 common shares for $550,000 cash to Gope S. Kundnani, a related party.
In January 2023, Mitchell Eaglstein and Imran Firoz transferred 1,100,000 and 400,000 shares, respectively, to Gope S. Kundnani.
As of September 30, 2023, Mitchell Eaglstein, Gope S. Kundnani, and Felix R. Hong held 1,500,000, 1,500,000, and 1,000,000 preferred shares, respectively.
On November 30, 2023, the company purchased 49.90% of Alchemy Markets Holdings Ltd. and 100% of Alchemy Prime Limited from Alchemy Prime Holdings Ltd. (APHL), whose sole controlling shareholder is Gope S. Kundnani, in exchange for 833,621 and 966,379 Series B Preferred Stock, respectively (totaling $2,538,000 in value).
On November 30, 2023, Gope S. Kundnani purchased 2,500,000 Series A Preferred stock for $2.5 million and 50,000,000 common shares for $5.5 million.
In December 2023, Susan Eaglstein (mother of CEO Mitchell Eaglstein) provided a $20,000 related party advance for working capital, for which she received 10,000 Series B Preferred Convertible Shares in January 2024.
On January 4, 2024, the company issued Series B preferred stock for services to Mitchell M. Eaglstein (150,000 shares), Imran Firoz (150,000 shares), FRH Group (50,000 shares), William B. Barnett, Esq. (10,000 shares), Susan E. Eaglstein (10,000 shares), and Gope S. Kundnani (50,000 shares), all valued at $1.41 per share.
On January 30, 2024, the board approved the rescission and cancellation of 1,000,000 Series A Preferred Stock shares each issued to Mitchell M. Eaglstein and Felix R. Hong.
On February 7, 2025, the company issued 10,000 Series B preferred stock to Nick G. Kundnani for cash valued at $1.41 per share.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders: Experience increased net losses and an accumulated deficit, but also see improved operating income and strategic expansion. The going concern warning and internal control weaknesses pose significant risks to shareholder value. Potential future capital raises could lead to dilution.
Employees: Relocation of personnel from Russia to Turkey due to geopolitical conflict, indicating adaptability but also potential disruption. Issuance of shares to subsidiary employees suggests incentive alignment.
Customers: Benefit from continued development of trading platforms (Condor Pro Multi-Asset Trading Platform, Condor Investing & Trading App) and expanded market access through acquisitions (e.g., German and French clients via AML).
Creditors: The company's increased cash balance and working capital surplus improve its short-term ability to meet obligations, but the accumulated deficit and going concern warning from auditors indicate long-term financial challenges.
Regulatory Authorities: The company operates under scrutiny from multiple regulators (SEC, FINRA, ASIC, MFSA, FCA, FSC Mauritius) and is subject to their rules and regulations, indicating a commitment to compliance despite internal control issues.

Next Steps

Commercialize the Condor Investing & Trading App by the end of fiscal year 2025.
Continue efforts to enhance revenue from diversified technological solutions.
Work towards achieving positive cash flow.
Raise additional funds through private placement offerings and debt financing.
Acquire long-lived assets to provide future economic benefits beyond fiscal year 2025.
Implement remediation steps to enhance internal controls, addressing inadequate segregation of duties, limited personnel, and insufficient written policies and procedures.
Monitor and respond appropriately to the ongoing legal proceedings received on December 23, 2023.

Key Dates

Date	Description
2016-01-21	Company incorporated as Forex Development Corporation.
2016-02-22	Began borrowing $1,000,000 from FRH Group via Convertible Promissory Notes.
2017-03-15	Issued 1,000,000 restricted common shares for platform development and 1,500,000 restricted common shares for professional services.
2017-03-17	Issued 1,000,000 shares to Susan Eaglstein.
2017-03-21	Issued 400,000 shares to Bret Eaglstein.
2017-07-01	Began issuing 653,332 units under offering Memorandum.
2017-10-31	Issued 70,000 restricted common shares to management consultants.
2018-02-27	Company changed its name to FDCTech, Inc.
2018-02-01	Established technical feasibility of the Digital Assets Web Trader Platform.
2019-01-01	Adopted ASU 2014-09 Revenue from Contracts with Customers.
2019-01-15	Issued 60,000 restricted common shares for professional services.
2019-01-29	Began issuing 33,000 registered shares.
2019-10-29	Leased office space in Irvine, California.
2020-05-01	Received proceeds of $50,632 from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP Note).
2020-05-14	Received $4,000 in Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) grants.
2020-05-22	Received $144,900 SBA loan.
2020-06-03	Issued 2,745,053 shares of common stock to Benchmark Investments, Inc.
2020-08-25	Terminated obligations with Benchmark Investments, Inc., shares returned.
2020-10-01	Issued 250,000 restricted common shares to a digital marketing consultant.
2021-01-01	Completed technical feasibility of the Condor Investing and Trading App.
2021-01-31	Issued 2,300,000 restricted common shares for professional services.
2021-02-12	Filed Certificate of Amendment to change authorized shares.
2021-02-22	Entered Assignment of Debt Agreement with FRH Group, eliminating $1,256,908 debt for 12,569,080 common shares.
2021-05-19	Issued 1,750,000 restricted common shares for professional services.
2021-06-02	Issued 1,750,000 restricted common shares under the Genesis Agreement (later returned).
2021-06-15	Appointed Jonathan Baumgart as Director and issued 100,000 restricted common shares to a board member.
2021-07-02	Dismissed Farber Hass Hurley LLP and appointed BF Borgers CPA PC as independent registered public accounting firm.
2021-07-06	Issued 100,000 restricted common shares to a board member.
2021-07-20	Issued 545,852 restricted common shares for professional services.
2021-09-03	Description of common stock registered under Form S-1 became effective.
2021-10-04	Filed prospectus for resale of shares to White Lion and AD Securities America, LLC.
2021-10-05	Issued 1,500,000 restricted common shares for professional services.
2021-11-01	Began issuing registered shares to White Lion.
2021-12-22	Acquired 51% controlling interest in AD Financial Services Pty Ltd (ADFP) for 45,000,000 restricted common shares.
2021-12-01	Began issuing 5,650,000 restricted common shares to board members, consultants, and officers.
2022-01-04	Issued 1,500,000 restricted common shares for professional services.
2022-01-27	Issued a $550,000 promissory note to AJB Capital Investments, LLC, along with common stock and warrants.
2022-02-10	Board approved increase in authorized common stock to 500,000,000 and the 2022 Equity Plan.
2022-02-17	Filed Information Statement for authorized share increase and 2022 Equity Plan.
2022-02-24	Ukraine-Russia conflict intensified.
2022-07-31	Issued 250,000 restricted common shares for professional services.
2022-08-01	Closed technical support and development office in Russia and relocated personnel to Turkey.
2022-09-30	Appointed Gope S. Kundnani as Director and issued 30,000,000 restricted common shares for cash for APL.
2022-12-12	Issued 20,000,000 restricted common shares to two officers for services.
2022-12-15	Issued 8,000,000 restricted common shares to two officers for services.
2022-12-31	Acquired 50.10% equity interest in New Star Capital Trading Ltd. and its operating subsidiary Alchemy Markets Ltd. (AML).
2023-01-01	CEO and CFO monthly compensation increased to $15,000.
2023-01-25	Issued 5,309,179 restricted common shares to AJB as compensation and 115,000,000 restricted common shares for cash to Kundnani.
2023-02-01	Paid off the AJB loan.
2023-03-28	Filed 10-K for fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, and issued 2,000,000 restricted common shares for cash.
2023-04-18	Terminated BF Borgers CPA PC and engaged Bolko & Company as independent registered public accounting firm.
2023-06-30	Closed the acquisition of AML and consolidated its financial statements.
2023-07-01	AML entered into a service agreement for office space in Tel Aviv, Israel.
2023-07-31	Terminated the purchase agreement with CIM Securities and released $180,000 from escrow.
2023-11-30	Completed acquisition of remaining 49.90% of Alchemy Markets Holdings Ltd and 100% of Alchemy Prime Limited from APHL for Series B preferred stock. Kundnani purchased 2,500,000 Series A Preferred stock for $2.5 million and 50,000,000 common shares for $5.5 million.
2023-12-23	Received legal correspondence regarding unspecified claims against APSI Holdings Limited and FDCTech, Inc.
2023-12-27	Redeemed AJB Warrants, issuing 5,000,000 restricted common shares to AJB and paying $100,000.
2023-12-01	Susan Eaglstein provided $20,000 as a related party advance.
2024-01-01	Leased office space in Brisbane, Australia (ADS Office).
2024-01-04	Issued various Series B preferred stock to Gope S. Kundnani, Mitchell M. Eaglstein, Imran Firoz, FRH Group, William B. Barnett, Esq., and Susan E. Eaglstein for cash or services.
2024-01-26	Paid remaining $100,000 to AJB Capital for warrant redemption.
2024-01-30	Board approved rescission and cancellation of 1,000,000 Series A Preferred Stock shares each for Mitchell M. Eaglstein and Felix R Hong.
2024-03-04	Terminated Bolko & Company and engaged Fortune CPA Inc. as independent registered public accounting firm.
2024-03-12	Filed Information Statement for authorized share increase to 1,000,000,000 and potential reverse stock split.
2024-03-19	Established Alchemytech Ltd. (ATECH) in Cyprus.
2024-04-01	Terminated letter of intent to acquire a community bank in Iowa, with first payment of $15,000 due.
2024-05-09	Issued 2,000,000 shares for a cash value of $20,000.
2024-05-01	Mitchell M. Eaglstein appointed CEO and COO of Alchemy Markets Ltd. (AML).
2024-07-02	Approved the engagement of Olayinka Oyebola & Co as independent registered public accounting firm.
2024-07-11	AML leased office space in St. Julian, Malta.
2024-08-26	ATECH entered into a Sublease Agreement for office premises in Limassol, Cyprus.
2024-10-01	ATECH's sublease agreement for office premises in Limassol, Cyprus, commenced.
2024-10-01	Obtained an additional unsecured revolving line of credit with a flexible spending limit of $45,000.
2024-11-30	Final payment of $10,000 for the community bank acquisition termination.
2024-12-20	APL entered into a lease agreement for office space in London, United Kingdom.
2025-01-01	Issued 32,000,000 shares to various employees of its subsidiaries.
2025-02-07	Issued 10,000 Series B preferred stock to Nick G. Kundnani for cash.
2025-05-27	Formed new wholly owned subsidiary, Prime Intermarket Group Eurasia (PIG Eurasia), in Mauritius.
2025-06-30	End of the current reporting period.
2025-08-13	Date of this Form 10-Q filing.
2025-09-30	ATECH's sublease agreement for office premises in Limassol, Cyprus, expires.
2025-12-31	Expected commercialization of the Condor Investing & Trading App.
2029-01-01	APL's lease agreement for office space in London, United Kingdom, expires.

Recommendation

hold

While FDCTech shows promising growth in its technology segment and improved operating efficiency, leading to positive operating income, the overall decline in total revenue and an increased net loss are concerning. The persistent accumulated deficit and the auditors' going concern warning, coupled with identified material weaknesses in internal controls, present significant financial and operational risks. The ongoing legal proceedings add further uncertainty. A seasoned investor would likely 'hold' to observe if the company's strategic initiatives and remediation efforts for internal controls can consistently translate into sustainable profitability and address the going concern issues, before considering further investment or divestment.

Keywords

Fintech, Financial Technology, Brokerage, Wealth Management, Trading Platform, Condor Trading Technology, SEC Filing, Quarterly Report, Financial Services, Software Development, OTC Markets, Forex, Equities, Commodities, Digital Assets

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