8-K

SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. (SGC)

8-K 2026-03-03 For: 2026-03-03
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

FORM 8-K


CURRENT REPORT


Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported):  March 3, 2026

Superior Group of Companies, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Florida 001-05869 11-1385670
(State or other jurisdiction<br> of incorporation) (Commission<br> File Number) (IRS Employer<br> Identification No.)
200 Central Avenue, Suite 2000, St. Petersburg, Florida<br><br> <br>(Address of principal executive offices) 33701<br><br> <br>(Zip Code)

Registrant's telephone number including area code:                       (727) 397-9611

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock SGC NASDAQ


Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition

The following information is being furnished under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K: Press release by Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (the “Company”) announcing its results of operations for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. A copy of this press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K.

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure

On March 3, 2026, the Company posted an investor presentation on its website. A copy of this presentation is attached as Exhibit 99.2 to this Form 8-K.

The information furnished pursuant to Items 2.02 and 7.01 of this Form 8-K, including Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 hereto, shall not be deemed "filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities under that section and shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.0l. Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit Number          Description

99.1                            Press Release, dated March 3, 2026

99.2                            Investor Presentation, dated March 3, 2026

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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunder duly authorized.

SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC.<br><br> <br><br><br> <br><br><br> <br><br><br> <br>By: /s/ Michael Koempel<br><br> <br>Michael Koempel<br><br> <br>President & Chief Financial Officer

Date: March 3, 2026

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Exhibit 99.1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER 2025 RESULTS

– Total net sales of $146.6 million versus $145.4 million in prior year fourth quarter
– Net income of $3.5 million versus $2.1 million in prior year fourth quarter
– EBITDA of $8.6 million versus $7.3 million in prior year fourth quarter –
– Provides full-year outlook –

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – March 3, 2026 – Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) (the “Company”), today announced its fourth quarter 2025 results.

“We finished the year with a solid fourth quarter, growing our consolidated revenues while simultaneously reducing expenses which resulted in 19% year-over-year EBITDA growth and earnings per share that nearly doubled,” said Michael Benstock, Chief Executive Officer.  “In addition, our quarterly results again demonstrated the back-end weighted nature of our business, with 6% sequential top line growth and earnings per share up 28%.  We’re pleased with our recent progress driving efficiencies and containing costs which will allow us to emerge from these uncertain times even stronger, and have today introduced our 2026 Outlook reflecting further growth anticipated for both revenue and EPS.  This year we plan to expand our growing new business pipelines by capturing market share across our three attractive end markets with quality, innovative solutions, while leveraging our efficiencies and diverse supply base to further expand margins.  Enabled by our strong balance sheet, returning capital to shareholders through our attractive dividend even while investing for future growth remains a pillar of our strategy in our quest to further enhance long-term shareholder value.”

Fourth Quarter Results

For the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025, net sales increased to $146.6 million compared to fourth quarter 2024 net sales of $145.4 million. Pretax income increased to $4.1 million compared to $2.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2024. Net income increased to $3.5 million or $0.23 per diluted share compared to $2.1 million or $0.13 per diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2024.

2026 Full-Year Outlook

The Company forecasts full-year 2026 net sales in the range of $572 million to $585 million, up from 2025 net sales of $566.2 million, and forecasts full-year earnings per diluted share in the range of $0.54 to $0.66, up from $0.46 in 2025.

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Webcast and Conference Call

The Company will host a webcast and conference call at 5:00 pm Eastern Time today. The live webcast and archived replay can be accessed in the investor relations section of the Company's website at https://ir.superiorgroupofcompanies.com/Presentations. Interested individuals may also join the teleconference by dialing 1-844-861-5505 for U.S. dialers and 1-412-317-6586 for International dialers. The Canadian Toll-Free number is 1-866-605-3852. Please ask to be joined to the Superior Group of Companies call. A telephone replay of the teleconference will be available through March 17, 2026. To access the replay, dial 1-855-669-9658 in the United States and Canada or 1-412-317-0088 from international locations. Please reference conference number 6514610 for replay access.

Disclosure Regarding Forward Looking Statements

Certain matters discussed in this press release are “forward-looking statements” intended to qualify for the safe harbors from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified by use of the words “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “believe,” “intend,” “project,” “potential,” or “plan” or the negative of these words or other variations on these words or comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements in this press release may include, without limitation: (1) projections of revenue, income, and other items relating to our financial position and results of operations, including short-term and long-term plans for cash (2) statements of our plans, objectives, strategies, goals and intentions, (3) statements regarding the capabilities, capacities, market position and expected development of our business operations and (4) statements of expected industry and general economic trends.

Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that may materially adversely affect the anticipated results. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: the impact of competition; uncertainties related to tariffs, duties, trade wars and related matters, supply disruptions, inflationary environments (including with respect to shipping costs and the cost of finished goods and raw materials and shipping costs), employment levels (including labor shortages), and general economic and political conditions in the areas of the world in which the Company operates or from which it sources its supplies or the areas of the United States of America (“U.S.” or “United States”) in which the Company’s customers are located; changes in the healthcare, retail chain, food service, transportation and other industries where uniforms and service apparel are worn; our ability to identify suitable acquisition targets, discover liabilities associated with such businesses during the diligence process, successfully integrate any acquired businesses, or successfully manage our expanding operations; the price and availability of raw materials; attracting and retaining senior management and key personnel; the Company's ability to maintain effective internal control over financial reporting; and other factors described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including those described in the “Risk Factors” section of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 entitled "Risk Factors". Shareholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements made herein and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are only made as of the date of this press release and we disclaim any obligation to publicly update such forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances, except as may be required by law.

About Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC):

Established in 1920, Superior Group of Companies is comprised of three attractive business segments each serving large, fragmented and growing addressable markets. Across Branded Products, Healthcare Apparel and Contact Centers, each segment enables businesses to create extraordinary brand engagement experiences for their customers and employees. SGC’s commitment to service, quality, advanced technology, and omnichannel commerce provides unparalleled competitive advantages. We are committed to enhancing shareholder value by continuing to pursue a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions. For more information, visit www.superiorgroupofcompanies.com.

Investor Relations Contact:

Investors@SuperiorGroupOfCompanies.com

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Comparative figures are as follows:

SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(Unaudited)

(In thousands, except shares and per share data)

Three Months Ended December 31, Years Ended December 31,
2025 2024 2025 2024
Net sales $ 146,575 $ 145,408 $ 566,184 $ 565,676
Costs and expenses:
Cost of goods sold 92,556 91,448 353,320 345,098
Selling and administrative expenses 48,620 50,020 199,475 199,926
Interest expense 1,270 1,461 5,143 6,358
142,446 142,929 557,938 551,382
Income before income tax expense 4,129 2,479 8,246 14,294
Income tax expense, net 666 390 1,246 2,290
Net income $ 3,463 $ 2,089 $ 7,000 $ 12,004
Net income per share:
Basic $ 0.24 $ 0.13 $ 0.47 $ 0.75
Diluted $ 0.23 $ 0.13 $ 0.46 $ 0.73
Weighted average shares outstanding during the period:
Basic 14,712,054 15,675,402 14,966,139 16,008,015
Diluted 15,021,942 16,250,792 15,322,094 16,504,384
Cash dividends per common share $ 0.14 $ 0.14 $ 0.56 $ 0.56

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SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(Unaudited)

(In thousands, except share and par value data)

2024
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents 23,691 $ 18,766
Accounts receivable 104,336 95,092
Inventories 97,474 96,675
Contract assets 48,903 51,688
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 13,259 10,831
Total current assets 287,663 273,052
Property, plant and equipment, net 37,352 41,879
Operating lease right-of-use assets 12,620 15,567
Deferred tax asset 15,003 13,835
Intangible assets, net 47,254 51,137
Goodwill 2,583 2,304
Other assets 19,369 17,360
Total assets 421,844 $ 415,134
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable 48,343 $ 50,942
Other current liabilities 53,041 44,367
Current portion of long-term debt 6,563 5,625
Current portion of acquisition-related contingent liabilities - 814
Total current liabilities 107,947 101,748
Long-term debt 87,093 80,410
Long-term pension liability 15,010 13,315
Long-term acquisition-related contingent liabilities 826 935
Long-term operating lease liabilities 7,939 10,486
Other long-term liabilities 10,211 9,384
Total liabilities 229,026 216,278
Commitments and contingencies
Shareholders’ equity:
Preferred stock, .001 par value - authorized 300,000 shares (none issued) - -
Common stock, .001 par value - authorized 50,000,000 shares, issued and outstanding - 15,730,615 and 16,484,921 shares, respectively 16 16
Additional paid-in capital 84,628 84,060
Retained earnings 112,871 120,139
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax (4,697 ) (5,359 )
Total shareholders’ equity 192,818 198,856
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity 421,844 $ 415,134

All values are in US Dollars.

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SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

Years Ended December 31,
2025 2024
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net income $ 7,000 $ 12,004
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization 12,355 13,185
Inventory write-downs 2,252 2,423
Credit loss expense 2,291 232
Share-based compensation expense 5,263 4,270
Deferred income tax benefit (846 ) (1,581 )
Change in fair value of acquisition-related contingent liabilities 95 437
Non-cash operating lease expense 2,948 2,337
Change in fair value of written put options - 653
Other, net 299 507
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of acquisition of businesses:
Accounts receivable (10,757 ) 7,977
Contract assets 3,045 (3,434 )
Inventories (2,804 ) (1,031 )
Prepaid expenses and other current assets (2,167 ) (2,375 )
Other assets (2,076 ) (2,953 )
Accounts payable and other current liabilities 1,723 (403 )
Payment of acquisition-related contingent liabilities (791 ) (686 )
Long-term pension liability 407 433
Other long-term liabilities 1,472 1,433
Net cash provided by operating activities 19,709 33,428
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Additions to property, plant and equipment (3,947 ) (4,435 )
Acquisition of business - (4,000 )
Net cash used in investing activities (3,947 ) (8,435 )
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Borrowings under revolving lines of credit 95,000 47,000
Payments under revolving lines of credit (82,000 ) (50,000 )
Payment of term loan (5,625 ) (4,687 )
Payment of cash dividends (8,905 ) (9,284 )
Payment of acquisition-related contingent liabilities (226 ) (897 )
Proceeds received on exercise of stock options 240 1,128
Shares withheld for taxes (162 ) (317 )
Common shares repurchased and retired (10,136 ) (7,417 )
Net cash used in financing activities (11,814 ) (24,474 )
Effect of currency exchange rates on cash 977 (1,649 )
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 4,925 (1,130 )
Cash and cash equivalents balance, beginning of year 18,766 19,896
Cash and cash equivalents balance, end of year $ 23,691 $ 18,766
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Income taxes paid (refunded), net $ 1,623 $ 2,303
Interest paid $ 5,663 $ 5,917

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SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

(Unaudited)

(In thousands, except shares and per share data)

Three Months Ended December 31, Years Ended December 31,
2025 2024 2025 2024
Net income $ 3,463 $ 2,089 $ 7,000 $ 12,004
Interest expense 1,270 1,461 5,143 6,358
Income tax expense, net 666 390 1,246 2,290
Depreciation and amortization 3,198 3,313 12,355 13,185
Intangible assets impairment charge - - - 260
EBITDA(2) $ 8,597 $ 7,253 $ 25,744 $ 34,097
EBITDA margin(2) 5.9 % 5.0 % 4.5 % 6.0 %

(2) EBITDA, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, is defined as net income excluding interest expense, income tax expense, depreciation and amortization expense and impairment charges. EBITDA margin is defined as EBITDA divided by net sales. The Company believes EBITDA is an important measure of operating performance because it allows management, investors and others to evaluate and compare the Company’s core operating results from period to period by removing (i) the impact of the Company’s capital structure (interest expense from outstanding debt), (ii) tax consequences and (iii) asset base (depreciation and amortization and impairment charges). The Company uses EBITDA internally to monitor operating results and to evaluate the performance of its business. In addition, the compensation committee has used EBITDA in evaluating certain components of executive compensation, including performance-based annual incentive programs. EBITDA is not a measure of financial performance under GAAP.  EBITDA should not be considered in isolation or as an alternative to net income, cash flows from operating activities or any other measure determined in accordance with GAAP. The items excluded to calculate EBITDA are significant components in understanding and assessing the Company’s results of operations. The presentation of the Company’s EBITDA may change from time to time, including as a result of changed business conditions, new accounting pronouncements or otherwise. If the presentation changes, the Company undertakes to disclose any change between periods and the reasons underlying that change. The Company’s EBITDA may not be comparable to a similarly titled measure of another company because other entities may not calculate EBITDA in the same manner.

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SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION - REPORTABLE SEGMENTS

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

Branded Products Healthcare Apparel Contact Centers Intersegment Eliminations Other Total
For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2025:
Net sales $ 96,918 $ 28,830 $ 21,654 $ (827 ) $ - $ 146,575
Cost of goods sold 63,538 19,143 10,263 (388 ) - 92,556
Gross margin 33,380 9,687 11,391 (439 ) - 54,019
Selling and administrative expenses 23,714 10,167 9,569 (439 ) 5,609 48,620
Add: Depreciation and amortization 1,366 1,120 628 - 84 3,198
Segment EBITDA(3) $ 11,032 $ 640 $ 2,450 $ - $ (5,525 ) $ 8,597
Branded Products Healthcare Apparel Contact Centers Intersegment Eliminations Other Total
For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2024:
Net sales $ 92,403 $ 30,337 $ 23,527 $ (859 ) $ - $ 145,408
Cost of goods sold 61,057 20,110 10,667 (386 ) - 91,448
Gross margin 31,346 10,227 12,860 (473 ) - 53,960
Selling and administrative expenses 23,898 10,218 10,563 (473 ) 5,814 50,020
Add: Depreciation and amortization 1,435 1,055 722 - 101 3,313
Intangible assets impairment charge - - - - - -
Segment EBITDA(3) $ 8,883 $ 1,064 $ 3,019 $ - $ (5,713 ) $ 7,253

(3) Segment EBITDA is our primary measure of segment profitability under U.S. GAAP ASC 280 “Segment Reporting”. Amounts included in income before income tax expense and excluded from Segment Adjusted EBITDA include: interest expense, depreciation and amortization expense, impairment charges and any other items not tied to the operational performance of the segment. Total Segment EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure. Please see reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA included in the Non-GAAP Financial Measures table above.

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SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION - REPORTABLE SEGMENTS

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

Branded Products Healthcare Apparel Contact Centers Intersegment Eliminations Other Total
For the Year Ended December 31, 2025:
Net sales $ 361,134 $ 115,866 $ 92,520 $ (3,336 ) $ - $ 566,184
Cost of goods sold 237,422 73,904 43,540 (1,546 ) - 353,320
Gross margin 123,712 41,962 48,980 (1,790 ) - 212,864
Selling and administrative expenses 96,067 39,550 42,385 (1,790 ) 23,263 199,475
Add: Depreciation and amortization 5,637 3,718 2,650 - 350 12,355
Segment EBITDA(3) $ 33,282 $ 6,130 $ 9,245 $ - $ (22,913 ) $ 25,744
Branded Products Healthcare Apparel Contact Centers Intersegment Eliminations Other Total
For the Year Ended December 31, 2024:
Net sales $ 353,314 $ 119,191 $ 96,949 $ (3,778 ) $ - $ 565,676
Cost of goods sold 228,591 73,445 44,742 (1,680 ) - 345,098
Gross margin 124,723 45,746 52,207 (2,098 ) - 220,578
Selling and administrative expenses 94,384 41,149 42,999 (2,098 ) 23,492 199,926
Add: Depreciation and amortization 5,948 3,892 2,968 - 377 13,185
Intangible assets impairment charge - 260 - - - 260
Segment EBITDA(3) $ 36,287 $ 8,749 $ 12,176 $ - $ (23,115 ) $ 34,097

(3) Segment EBITDA is our primary measure of segment profitability under U.S. GAAP ASC 280 “Segment Reporting”. Amounts included in income before income tax expense and excluded from Segment Adjusted EBITDA include: interest expense, depreciation and amortization expense, impairment charges and any other items not tied to the operational performance of the segment. Total Segment EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure. Please see reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA included in the Non-GAAP Financial Measures table above.

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