Vystar Corporation Releases Q1 2026 Financial Results: Key Takeaways for Investors
Vystar Corporation has released its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, providing a comprehensive overview of its financial condition, recent performance, and critical disclosures that may impact shareholders and influence the company’s share value.
1. Key Financial Highlights
- Share Structure:
- Common Stock: 24,621,394 shares issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2026, unchanged from December 31, 2025.
- Treasury Stock: 300 shares held in treasury at a cost of \$30.
- Preferred Stock:
- Series A: 15,000,000 shares authorized; 8,698 shares outstanding.
- Series B: 15,000,000 shares authorized; 321,083 shares outstanding.
- Series C: 20,000,000 shares authorized; 1,917,973 shares outstanding.
- Stockholders’ Equity:
- Total Vystar stockholders’ deficit: (\$6,870,243) as of March 31, 2026, an increase in deficit compared to (\$6,505,464) as of December 31, 2025.
- Total stockholders’ deficit (including noncontrolling interest): (\$6,900,522) as of March 31, 2026, compared to (\$6,535,743) at year-end 2025.
- Current Assets and Liabilities:
- Cash: \$452,450 as of March 31, 2026.
- Current Liabilities: \$7,338,549 as of March 31, 2026, up from \$6,988,193 at December 31, 2025.
- Stock Subscription Payable (Related Party): \$598,648 as of March 31, 2026, up from \$558,648 as of December 31, 2025.
- Convertible and Contingently Convertible Notes Payable (Current): Not specified in the excerpt but highlighted as a notable liability.
- Noncontrolling Interest: (\$30,279) as of March 31, 2026, unchanged from December 31, 2025.
2. Operations and Earnings
- Net Loss Attributable to Common Shareholders:
- Q1 2026: (\$0.01) per share (basic and diluted).
- Q1 2025: (\$0.03) per share (basic and diluted).
- Weighted Average Shares Outstanding: 24,621,394 for Q1 2026 (basic and diluted).
- Gross Profit: Not explicitly provided for Q1 2026, but for Q1 2025 gross profit was \$4,307.
- Operating Expenses: Detailed breakdown is not provided in the excerpt, but investors should consult the full statements for specifics.
3. Regulatory and Compliance Status
- SEC Reporting: Vystar confirms it has filed all required reports for the preceding 12 months and has submitted all Interactive Data Files as required.
- Filer Status:
- Large Accelerated Filer: No
- Accelerated Filer: No
- Smaller Reporting Company: Yes
- Emerging Growth Company: No
- Shell Company: No
- Par Value of Common Stock: \$0.0001 per share.
- Trading and Exchange Registration: None – Vystar’s shares are not listed on a registered exchange.
4. Forward-Looking Statements and Risk Factors
The report contains forward-looking statements regarding the company’s future results, business trends, and projections. Management cautions that actual results could differ materially due to risks and uncertainties, including those described in the company’s most recent Form 10-K under “Risk Factors.” No assurance is given that strategies will be successful or that all risk factors have been identified or measured.
5. Potentially Price Sensitive and Shareholder-Relevant Issues
- Continued Stockholders’ Deficit: The company remains in a significant stockholders’ deficit position, which has increased quarter-over-quarter. This ongoing negative equity is a key concern for shareholders and could impact valuation, financing opportunities, and the company’s ability to meet future obligations.
- No Registered Exchange Listing: Shares are not listed on any registered exchange, which may affect liquidity and market visibility.
- Net Losses Persist: The company continues to post net losses, though the loss per share has decreased year-over-year. This may indicate stabilization but the company remains unprofitable.
- Increase in Liabilities and Related Party Transactions: Current liabilities and related party stock subscription payables have increased, which may raise concerns about liquidity and dependence on related parties for funding.
- Forward-Looking Uncertainty: Management’s caution regarding forward-looking statements and the acknowledgment of significant risk factors should be carefully considered by investors.
6. Summary for Investors
Vystar Corporation’s Q1 2026 report highlights persistent financial challenges, including a growing stockholders’ deficit and ongoing net losses. While the loss per share has narrowed compared to the prior year, the company’s lack of exchange listing, increasing liabilities, and continued dependence on related party transactions may affect investor confidence and share value. The company’s future remains subject to significant risks and uncertainties, as outlined in its filings.
Disclaimer: This article summarizes information disclosed in Vystar Corporation’s SEC filings for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The information herein is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investors are encouraged to review the full report and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements.
