Digimarc Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 0/6
Digimarc has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 6.7%, while the Software industry saw earnings growing at 27.2% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 7.9% per year.
Key information
6.68%
Earnings growth rate
14.35%
EPS growth rate
| Software Industry Growth | 17.33% |
| Revenue growth rate | 7.86% |
| Return on equity | -80.86% |
| Net Margin | -85.75% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 03
DMRC: Contract Cancellations And ARR Weakness Will Pressure Shares
Analysts have cut their price target on Digimarc stock from $20 to $10, citing broader software sector multiple compression and a recent decline in annual recurring revenue following canceled contracts. What's in the News Digimarc Corporation filed a Form 15 with the Securities and Exchange Commission to voluntarily deregister its common stock under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.Narrative Update • May 17
DMRC: Contract Cancellations And ARR Pressure Will Weigh On Shares
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Digimarc shares to $8.00 from $10.00, citing broader software sector multiple compression and recent annual recurring revenue pressure following canceled contracts. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts have responded to recent sector-wide valuation pressure and Digimarc specific recurring revenue headwinds by cutting fair value estimates and price targets.
Narrative Update • Mar 03
DMRC: Expanding Security Solutions And Partnerships Will Support Path Toward Break Even
Analysts have nudged their price target on Digimarc to $15.00. The modest adjustment is supported by updated assumptions around the discount rate, long-term profit margin, and a slightly higher future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Feb 17
DMRC: Expanding Security Partnerships Will Support Progress Toward Break Even
Analysts have nudged their price target on Digimarc to $15, reflecting modest tweaks to their discount rate, profit margin outlook, and assumed future P/E, while keeping their fair value anchor unchanged at $15.00. What's in the News Digimarc is completing the rollout of its Leak Detection solution for a global technology client, aimed at tracing insider-leaked photos and screenshots of confidential internal systems across tens of thousands of PCs and mobile devices (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Feb 04
We Think Digimarc (NASDAQ:DMRC) Needs To Drive Business Growth Carefully
Even when a business is losing money, it's possible for shareholders to make money if they buy a good business at the...Narrative Update • Feb 02
DMRC: Expanding Security Partnerships Will Support Progress Toward Break Even
Analysts have maintained their fair value estimate for Digimarc at US$15.00, citing only minor adjustments to assumptions around the discount rate, profit margin and future P/E. They view these changes as within a normal range of model updates rather than a change in their overall thesis.Narrative Update • Jan 19
DMRC: Gift Card Security Rollout Will Support Break-Even Progress And Cash Generation
Narrative Update on Digimarc Analysts have trimmed their price target on Digimarc to US$20 from US$30. They cite expectations for roughly break-even non-GAAP net income in Q4, a path toward positive free cash flow in 2026, and continued progress across Gift Cards, Product, and Digital Authentication growth drivers.Narrative Update • Jan 05
DMRC: Break-Even Progress And Gift Card Security Deals Will Drive Free Cash Flow
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Digimarc to $20 from $30, citing Q3 results that lined up with expectations, an outlook for roughly break-even non-GAAP net income in Q4, a path toward positive free cash flow in 2026, and continued progress across Gift Cards, Product, and Digital Authentication as key reasons for the reset. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the reaffirmed Q4 target of roughly break even non-GAAP net income as a sign that management is executing in line with expectations, which can support confidence in the current valuation framework.Analysis Article • Jan 04
Digimarc Corporation's (NASDAQ:DMRC) 29% Share Price Plunge Could Signal Some Risk
Unfortunately for some shareholders, the Digimarc Corporation ( NASDAQ:DMRC ) share price has dived 29% in the last...Narrative Update • Dec 15
DMRC: Break-Even Progress Will Support Long-Term Free Cash Flow Upside
Narrative Update Analysts have reduced their price target on Digimarc shares to $20.00 from $30.00, citing in line Q3 results, a path toward roughly break even non GAAP net income in Q4, significantly improved cash burn, and ongoing traction across gift cards, product, and digital authentication as key supports for the revised outlook. Analyst Commentary Analysts note that the revised price target incorporates a more balanced view of Digimarc's near term execution risk and long term growth potential, with particular focus on profitability milestones and the scalability of its core platforms.Narrative Update • Nov 29
DMRC: Achieving Break-Even Status Will Signal Upside Momentum Into 2026
Analysts have revised Digimarc's price target downward from $30 to $20, citing stable Q3 results and confidence in the company's progress towards key growth drivers as well as anticipated improvement in free cash flow by 2026. Analyst Commentary Following the recent revision in Digimarc's price target, analysts have shared both optimistic and cautious viewpoints regarding the company’s outlook, execution, and valuation.Analysis Article • Nov 20
Risks Still Elevated At These Prices As Digimarc Corporation (NASDAQ:DMRC) Shares Dive 26%
Digimarc Corporation ( NASDAQ:DMRC ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very rough...Narrative Update • Nov 15
DMRC: Break-Even Status And Cash Flow Improvement Will Drive Renewed Momentum
Analysts have lowered their price target for Digimarc from $30 to $20. They cited stable recent results, near-term break-even projections, and progress toward long-term cash flow improvements.Narrative Update • Oct 31
DMRC: Positive Cash Flow Projected By 2026 Will Drive Renewed Optimism
Narrative Update on Digimarc Analysts have lowered their price target for Digimarc from $20 to $15, citing recent financial results, anticipated improvements in cash flow by 2026, and ongoing progress in core growth areas as key factors in the revised outlook. Analyst Commentary Following the revised outlook for Digimarc, analysts have provided insights into both the promising aspects of the company’s performance and the areas that warrant caution for investors as they assess its valuation and future potential.Analysis Article • Oct 26
We're Keeping An Eye On Digimarc's (NASDAQ:DMRC) Cash Burn Rate
There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, although...Analysis Article • Aug 16
Digimarc Corporation's (NASDAQ:DMRC) 32% Dip Still Leaving Some Shareholders Feeling Restless Over Its P/SRatio
The Digimarc Corporation ( NASDAQ:DMRC ) share price has fared very poorly over the last month, falling by a...Narrative Update • Aug 16
US Gift Card Protection Will Improve Security While Facing Challenges
A notable downward revision in revenue growth forecasts and a higher projected future P/E ratio together signal weaker earnings prospects and higher valuation risk for Digimarc, prompting a reduced fair value estimate as reflected in the analyst price target lowering from $22.50 to $20.00. What's in the News Digimarc and Beaulieu International Group successfully demonstrated digital watermark technology for delivering Digital Product Passports in the flooring industry, attracting interest from manufacturers and standards groups.New Narrative • May 11
US Gift Card Protection Will Improve Security While Facing Challenges
Strategic focus on high-growth areas and divestment of non-core operations could soon lead to sustainable free cash flow.Analysis Article • May 09
Digimarc Corporation (NASDAQ:DMRC) Stock Rockets 26% As Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected
Digimarc Corporation ( NASDAQ:DMRC ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced 26% in...Analysis Article • May 01
We Think Some Shareholders May Hesitate To Increase Digimarc Corporation's (NASDAQ:DMRC) CEO Compensation
Key Insights Digimarc will host its Annual General Meeting on 7th of May Total pay for CEO Riley McCormack includes...Analysis Article • Mar 14
Digimarc Corporation's (NASDAQ:DMRC) Popularity With Investors Under Threat As Stock Sinks 59%
Digimarc Corporation ( NASDAQ:DMRC ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with...Analysis Article • Feb 19
Digimarc (NASDAQ:DMRC) Is In A Good Position To Deliver On Growth Plans
Even when a business is losing money, it's possible for shareholders to make money if they buy a good business at the...Analysis Article • Jan 28
Digimarc Corporation's (NASDAQ:DMRC) Shareholders Might Be Looking For Exit
With a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 21.1x Digimarc Corporation ( NASDAQ:DMRC ) may be sending very bearish...Analysis Article • Oct 09
We're Not Very Worried About Digimarc's (NASDAQ:DMRC) Cash Burn Rate
Even when a business is losing money, it's possible for shareholders to make money if they buy a good business at the...Analysis Article • Jul 16
Digimarc Corporation's (NASDAQ:DMRC) Popularity With Investors Is Clear
With a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 19.2x Digimarc Corporation ( NASDAQ:DMRC ) may be sending very bearish...Analysis Article • Jun 25
We're Hopeful That Digimarc (NASDAQ:DMRC) Will Use Its Cash Wisely
Just because a business does not make any money, does not mean that the stock will go down. For example, although...Analysis Article • Jun 01
Shareholders May Be A Bit More Conservative With Digimarc Corporation's (NASDAQ:DMRC) CEO Compensation For Now
Key Insights Digimarc's Annual General Meeting to take place on 7th of June CEO Riley McCormack's total compensation...Analysis Article • Mar 13
Digimarc Corporation's (NASDAQ:DMRC) Popularity With Investors Under Threat As Stock Sinks 25%
Digimarc Corporation ( NASDAQ:DMRC ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very rough...Analysis Article • Feb 07
Companies Like Digimarc (NASDAQ:DMRC) Are In A Position To Invest In Growth
There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, biotech and mining...Analysis Article • Oct 24
We're Not Very Worried About Digimarc's (NASDAQ:DMRC) Cash Burn Rate
There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, although...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Digimarc makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 32 | -28 | 28 | 15 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 34 | -32 | 31 | 19 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 34 | -37 | 34 | 23 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 35 | -39 | 35 | 23 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 38 | -40 | 38 | 27 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 38 | -39 | 38 | 26 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 39 | -41 | 41 | 26 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 39 | -41 | 41 | 26 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 37 | -42 | 40 | 26 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 35 | -46 | 40 | 26 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 33 | -48 | 40 | 26 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 32 | -52 | 41 | 27 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 31 | -56 | 44 | 27 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 30 | -60 | 49 | 26 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 30 | -56 | 47 | 24 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 29 | -44 | 42 | 21 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 27 | -44 | 38 | 20 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 27 | -35 | 33 | 18 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 25 | -46 | 32 | 17 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 24 | -51 | 33 | 16 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 25 | -43 | 31 | 16 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 24 | -44 | 31 | 17 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 24 | -33 | 32 | 17 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 24 | -33 | 32 | 17 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 24 | -33 | 33 | 17 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 23 | -33 | 32 | 16 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 23 | -32 | 31 | 16 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 22 | -33 | 31 | 16 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 21 | -33 | 30 | 16 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 21 | -33 | 29 | 16 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 21 | -33 | 29 | 16 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 25 | -29 | 28 | 16 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 25 | -28 | 27 | 16 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 25 | -26 | 26 | 15 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 26 | -23 | 24 | 15 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 22 | -24 | 23 | 14 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 22 | -22 | 21 | 14 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 22 | -22 | 20 | 13 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 22 | -21 | 20 | 13 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 21 | -20 | 19 | 13 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 22 | -19 | 18 | 13 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 22 | -18 | 17 | 12 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 23 | -22 | 17 | 13 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 25 | -19 | 17 | 13 |
Quality Earnings: DMRC is currently unprofitable.
Growing Profit Margin: DMRC is currently unprofitable.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: DMRC is unprofitable, but has reduced losses over the past 5 years at a rate of 6.7% per year.
Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare DMRC's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable
Earnings vs Industry: DMRC is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Software industry (14.3%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: DMRC has a negative Return on Equity (-80.86%), as it is currently unprofitable.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/08 05:32 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Digimarc Corporation is covered by 8 analysts. 2 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Michael Crawford | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Jeffrey Van Rhee | Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC |
| Saliq Khan | Imperial Capital |