Quest Resource Reports Mixed Q4/FY25 Results Amid Revenue Decline, Improves Q4 Net Loss

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Quest Resource Holding Corp reported a 13.3% revenue decrease for fiscal year 2025 and a 15.8% decrease for Q4 2025, but showed significant improvement in Q4 net loss and Adjusted EBITDA, alongside substantial debt reduction and credit facility refinancing.

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• Revenue Decline

  Fiscal year 2025 revenue decreased by 13.3% to $250.2 million, and Q4 2025 revenue fell 15.8% to $58.9 million, reflecting ongoing business pressures.

• Improved Q4 Profitability

  Despite revenue declines, Q4 2025 GAAP net loss significantly improved to $(1.7) million from $(9.5) million in Q4 2024, and Adjusted EBITDA increased to $2.1 million from $1.7 million.

• Full-Year EBITDA Drop

  Fiscal year 2025 Adjusted EBITDA decreased substantially to $9.3 million from $14.5 million in 2024.

• Debt Reduction & Refinancing

  The company reduced debt by $13.2 million (16.4%) in 2025 and refinanced its ABL credit facility, securing covenant easements into 2027 to enhance financial flexibility. This follows a separate 8-K filing on the same day regarding the credit facility.

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Quest Resource Holding Corp's financial results for fiscal year 2025 and the fourth quarter were mixed, showing notable revenue declines of 13.3% and 15.8% respectively, and a significant 35% drop in full-year Adjusted EBITDA. This indicates ongoing business pressures from the macroeconomic environment. However, the fourth quarter demonstrated positive trends with a substantial improvement in GAAP net loss from $(9.5) million to $(1.7) million and an increase in Adjusted EBITDA. Furthermore, Quest proactively reduced its debt by $13.2 million (16.4%) in 2025 and refinanced its ABL credit facility, securing covenant easements into 2027. These actions are critical for enhancing financial flexibility and providing operational cushion in a challenging environment, signaling prudent management despite revenue headwinds. Investors should monitor whether the Q4 operational improvements and strategic initiatives translate into sustained revenue growth and profitability in 2026.