Funko Reports Steep Losses, Multiple Internal Control Weaknesses, and Amends Debt Covenants Amidst Financial Strain

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Funko's 2025 annual report details a sharp decline in financial performance, with increased losses and reduced sales. The company disclosed multiple material weaknesses in internal controls and amended its credit agreement to extend debt maturity and waive covenants, indicating significant financial strain. New litigation and dilutive capital plans further add to the negative outlook.

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• Significant Financial Decline in 2025

  Net sales decreased by 13.5% to $908.2 million, and the net loss widened to $68.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, reflecting adverse impacts from tariff disruption and macroeconomic uncertainty.

• Multiple Material Weaknesses in Internal Controls Identified

  The company did not maintain effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2025, citing weaknesses in the order-to-cash process, segregation of duties, and IT general controls. One material weakness related to income taxes was remediated.

• Debt Covenants Amended and Waived Amidst Liquidity Concerns

  A Fifth Amendment to the Credit Agreement on February 13, 2026, extended the debt maturity to December 31, 2027, and waived several financial covenants for recent and upcoming fiscal quarters. However, it also introduced new restrictions, including mandatory prepayments and permanent reductions to revolving commitments, highlighting ongoing liquidity challenges.

• New Derivative Lawsuit Filed

  On March 2, 2026, a new derivative lawsuit was filed against current and former directors, alleging breach of fiduciary duty, gross mismanagement, and corporate waste, similar to a previously dismissed class action.

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Funko's annual report reveals a challenging financial year marked by a significant decline in net sales and a substantial increase in net loss. The company reported a 13.5% decrease in net sales to $908.2 million and a net loss of $68.3 million for 2025, compared to a $15.1 million net loss in 2024. This poor performance is compounded by the disclosure of multiple material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, including issues with the order-to-cash process, segregation of duties, and IT general controls. While one prior material weakness was remediated, new ones were identified, indicating ongoing governance and operational risks. The company's liquidity remains tight, with no remaining availability under its revolving credit facility. A Fifth Amendment to the Credit Agreement, executed on February 13, 2026, extended debt maturity to December 31, 2027, and waived several financial covenants for recent and upcoming quarters, providing crucial breathing room but also highlighting underlying financial distress and imposing new restrictions like mandatory prepayments and reduced revolving commitments. Furthermore, a new derivative lawsuit alleging breach of fiduciary duty and mismanagement was filed on March 2, 2026, adding to legal risks. The company also has dilutive capital raising plans in place, including an S-3 registration for up to $100 million in securities and an At-the-Market program for up to $40 million, alongside new shares authorized for incentive plans. Key executives have also adopted Rule 10b5-1 selling plans. The auditor's 'Emphasis of Matter' section underscores the severity of the net losses, lack of revolving credit availability, and the amended debt terms, signaling significant financial risk.