Hour Loop Reports Results for Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2026
Key Highlights
- ➤Q3 net revenue $32.1 million, down 4% year over year
- ➤Q3 net income $0.4 million, down from $0.5 million
- ➤Nine-month net revenue $95.9 million, up 11% year over year
- ➤Operating cash use rose to $4.1 million from $0.4 million
- ➤2026 revenue guidance narrowed to $147.0 million-$152.0 million
Expert Statements
Sam Lai, Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer of Hour Loop
“Through the first nine months of 2026, Hour Loop grew net revenues 11% and earned $2.3 million in net income, and we stayed profitable through a tougher third quarter.”
Sam Lai, Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer of Hour Loop
“We made a deliberate choice to protect our margins rather than chase low-quality sales, and we believe that discipline puts us in a strong position as we head into the holiday season, the most important time of our year.”
Sam Lai, Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer of Hour Loop
“We are building an AI-first company, and AI is already changing how we work every day.”
Sam Lai, Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer of Hour Loop
“AI agents now support core parts of our operations – purchasing and replenishment, advertising, pricing, inbound shipments, inventory reconciliation, customer service and compliance.”
Sam Lai, Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer of Hour Loop
“In purchasing, our agents help us make smarter, faster buying decisions.”
Sam Lai, Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer of Hour Loop
“Agents now handle much of the day-to-day work.”
Sam Lai, Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer of Hour Loop
“As routine work shifts to AI, our teams are freed to focus on higher-value decisions, and we believe this will allow us to scale the business without growing headcount at the same pace.”
Sam Lai, Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer of Hour Loop
“We are very excited about where Hour Loop is headed.”
Sam Lai, Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer of Hour Loop
“With a disciplined operating model, powered by AI to drive greater efficiency, we are confident in the long-term opportunity ahead.”
Sam Lai, Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer of Hour Loop
“We thank our employees for their drive and our shareholders for their continued support.”
Continued Profitability Despite a Challenging Economic Environment
Redmond, WA, Nov. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hour Loop, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOUR) (“Hour Loop” or the “Company”), a leading online retailer, announces its financial and operational results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2026.
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