OriginClear Reports Wider Q1 Loss, Continued Dilution, and Defaults Amid Going Concern Warning

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OriginClear's Q1 results show a widening net loss and ongoing financial instability, with auditors reiterating "going concern" doubts and significant shareholder dilution continuing.

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• Going Concern Warning Reiterated

  Auditors expressed "substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern" due to recurring losses and liquidity constraints, a concern previously highlighted in the 2025 10-K filing.

• Net Loss Significantly Widened

  Net loss for Q1 2026 increased to $(2,073,530) from $(767,034) in Q1 2025, primarily driven by a $909,505 loss on change in derivative liability and a $320,000 loss on debt conversion.

• Significant Share Dilution Continues

  Common shares outstanding increased to 16,226,290,399 as of March 31, 2026, from 15,623,448,908 at December 31, 2025, due to conversions of preferred stock and shares issued for services.

• Defaults on Preferred Stock Obligations

  The company remains in default on $397,150 in aggregate redemption obligations for four series of preferred stock (Series F, G, I, and K) that reached their contractual redemption dates between 2020 and 2022.

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OriginClear's first-quarter report highlights severe financial challenges, including a significantly wider net loss and a reiterated "going concern" warning from auditors. The company continues to rely on highly dilutive financing, evidenced by a substantial increase in common shares outstanding and growing derivative liabilities. Additionally, the company remains in default on $397,150 of preferred stock redemption obligations. While revenue grew and operating cash flow turned positive, these improvements are overshadowed by the overall financial distress and the need for continuous capital raises.