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DAKT DAKTRONICS INC /SD/ SEC Filings & Insider Trading Activity 2026

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CIK 915779129 filings
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DAKTRONICS INC /SD/ (DAKT, SEC CIK 915779) filed its latest 10-K annual report on June 24, 2026, a 10-Q quarterly report on September 2, 2026, an 8-K current report on September 18, 2026 and Form 4 insider filings as recently as September 23, 2026. SignalX summarizes each filing with AI and tracks the company's insider trades and institutional holders.

  • For the fiscal year ended May 2, 2026 (FY2026), DAKTRONICS INC /SD/ (DAKT) reported revenue of $838.7 million (up 10.9% from FY2025) and net income of $45.4 million. Diluted EPS was $0.92.
  • In the last 90 days, DAKT insiders reported 0 open-market purchases ($0) and 1 open-market sale ($77K) on Form 4, a net sale of $77K.

Source: SEC EDGAR (XBRL financial data, 13F-HR and Form 4 filings).

Revenue · FY2026
$838.7M
+10.9% vs prior year
Insiders · 90 days
0 buys · 1 sell
Net −$77K
Latest 8-K
Sep 18, 2026
Item 5.02 · Item 5.07

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Latest 10-K, fiscal year ended May 2, 2026

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Business Overview

  • Core business model: Design, manufacture, and sale of electronic display systems and related solutions for sports, commercial, transportation markets with lifecycle support
  • Emphasis on emerging micro-LED display technology and enhanced software capabilities in fiscal 2026 R&D efforts
  • Strategic expansion of manufacturing footprint with planned new facility in Mexico for fiscal 2027
  • Employee base decreased to 2,423 full-time and 270 part-time/temporary from prior year, total 2,693 previously reported
  • Product order backlog increased to $356.2 million from $341.6 million, reflecting continued digital display market adoption

Risk Factors

  • Regulatory risk: Uncertain realization of U.S. tariff refunds under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, pending U.S. Customs and Border Protection review
  • Geopolitical risk: Supply chain exposure to Taiwan and China suppliers affected by import/export controls, tariffs, and global tensions
  • Operational risk: Dependency on single or limited suppliers for semiconductor components with potential for shortages and extended lead times
  • Competitive risk: Pricing and product development pressure from lower-cost foreign and domestic competitors with greater capital resources
  • Financial risk: $3.8 million provision for uncollectible affiliate loans recorded in fiscal 2026, affecting financial condition

Management Discussion & Analysis

  • Revenue $838.7M, up 10.9% YoY from $756.5M, driven by Commercial, Live Events, High School Park and Recreation, and International segments
  • Operating margin 7.3% vs 4.4%; operating income $60.8M vs $33.1M, net income $45.4M vs net loss $10.1M in prior year
  • Best segment: Live Events operating margin 19.8% ($63.7M contribution margin), worst: International 7.4% ($5.7M contribution margin)
  • Operating cash flow $49.2M vs $97.7M prior year; capex $14.9M vs $19.5M prior year; repurchased shares $25.6M; no dividends paid
  • Management highlights tariff uncertainties, plans $26.6M capex in 2027, expanding Mexico facility, ongoing digital transformation investments, and monitoring customer demand and geopolitical risks

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AI 10-Q Quarterly Report Analysis

Latest 10-Q, quarter ended Aug 1, 2026

Management Discussion & Analysis

  • Revenue $234.6M, up 7.1% YoY from $219.0M, despite one fewer operating week
  • Gross margin 30.5% vs 29.7%; operating margin 10.6% vs 10.6%; net margin 8.3% vs 7.5%
  • Best segment International: revenue $28.4M, up 66.1%; worst High School Park and Recreation: revenue $54.7M, down 7.8%
  • Operating cash flow $31.4M vs $26.1M; cash and equivalents $154.6M; share repurchases $4.4M
  • Headwinds: tariffs, higher input costs, project timing, economic uncertainty; fiscal 2027 capital expenditures projected at $13.2M

Risk Factors

  • Risk Factors section not provided; no new or changed risks identifiable
  • Share repurchase authorization increased to $105.9 million as of August 1, 2026
  • Repurchases totaled $4.4 million for 0.2 million shares during the quarter
  • Credit Facility restrictions may limit future share repurchases

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Filed Sep 18, 2026Full analysis →

Item 5.02: Departure/Appointment of Directors or Principal Officers

  • Acting CFO Howard Atkins’ base salary raised to $1,200,000 annually effective September 27, 2026
  • One-time RSU grant valued at $170,000 recognizing continued service as Acting CFO

Item 5.07: Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

  • 93.2% quorum: 44,996,443 of 48,305,826 shares represented at September 16 annual meeting
  • Directors Lance Bultena and José-Marie Griffiths elected to three-year terms ending at the 2029 annual meeting
Filed Sep 11, 2026Full analysis →

Item 5.02: Departure/Appointment of Directors or Principal Officers

  • Bradley T. Wiemann retired September 5, 2026, as Executive Vice President and Advisor to the CEO
  • Retirement governed by previously disclosed Amended and Restated Termination Agreement and General Release
Filed Sep 2, 2026Full analysis →

Item 5.02: Departure/Appointment of Directors or Principal Officers

  • CEO Ramesh Jayaraman’s base salary increased to $600,000 annually, effective September 13, 2026
  • Fiscal 2027 cash-incentive target set at 100% of base salary, representing a $600,000 target opportunity

Item 1.01: Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement

  • Amendment No. 1 effective September 1, 2026, modifying Daktronics’ November 26, 2025 credit agreement
  • JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. remains administrative agent alongside existing lenders and loan parties

Item 7.01: Regulation FD Disclosure

  • Supplemental investor materials posted September 2, 2026, including a slide presentation
  • Materials available through Daktronics’ investor-relations website

Item 8.01: Other Events

  • New Fiscal 2027 Repurchase Program authorizes $34.5 million in common-stock buybacks
  • Authorization substantially matches remaining Fiscal 2017 capacity, signaling continuity rather than expanded capital allocation

Item 2.02: Results of Operations and Financial Condition

  • Fiscal quarter ended August 1, 2026 results announced September 2, 2026
  • Exhibit 99.1 contains the financial results and related material information

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Recent Insider Transactions (Form 4)

Latest reported trades by officers, directors and 10% owners

InsiderTypeDatePrice
Atkins Howard IASep 21, 2026-
Bowser Mark FASep 17, 2026-
Feigin PeterASep 17, 2026-
Friel John PatrickASep 17, 2026-
BULTENA LANCE DEANASep 17, 2026-
Glat NeilASep 17, 2026-
Siegel Andrew DavidASep 17, 2026-
Griffiths Jose-MarieASep 17, 2026-

Financial Summary
XBRL

Annual financial summary from SEC XBRL data
MetricFY2024FY2025FY2026
Profitability
Revenue-$756.5M$838.7M
Gross Profit-$195.5M$229.0M
Operating Income-$33.1M$60.8M
Net Income--$10.1M$45.4M
Gross Margin-25.8%27.3%
Op. Margin-4.4%7.3%
Net Margin--1.3%5.4%
Balance Sheet
Total Assets$527.9M$502.9M$554.4M
Equity$238.8M$271.9M$300.7M
ROE--3.7%15.1%
Per Share
EPS-$-0.21$0.92
Cash Flow
Operating CF-$97.7M$49.2M
CapEx-$19.5M$14.9M

Source: XBRL data in DAKTRONICS INC /SD/ (DAKT)'s 10-K filings on SEC EDGAR, in USD. Compare across companies →

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Latest 2026 SEC Filings: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K & Form 4

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DAKT SEC filings: frequently asked questions

Are DAKT insiders buying or selling?

In the last 90 days, DAKTRONICS INC /SD/ (DAKT) officers, directors and 10% owners reported no open-market purchases and 1 open-market sale worth $76,880 by 1 insider on Form 4. Many insider sales are pre-planned or for taxes, so purchases usually carry more information.

What was DAKT's revenue in fiscal year 2026?

For the fiscal year ended May 2, 2026 (FY2026), DAKTRONICS INC /SD/ (DAKT) reported revenue of $838.7 million (up 10.9% from FY2025) and net income of $45.4 million. Diluted EPS was $0.92. The figures come from the XBRL data in the 10-K.

What are the main risks in DAKT's latest 10-K?

In the 10-K filed June 24, 2026, DAKTRONICS INC /SD/ (DAKT) flagged: Regulatory risk: Uncertain realization of U.S. tariff refunds under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, pending U.S. Customs and Border Protection review. Geopolitical risk: Supply chain exposure to Taiwan and China suppliers affected by import/export controls, tariffs, and global tensions. (AI summary of the Risk Factors section.)

What did DAKT report in its latest 8-K?

DAKTRONICS INC /SD/ (DAKT) filed an 8-K on September 18, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Appointment of Directors or Principal Officers) and Item 5.07 (Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders). Acting CFO Howard Atkins’ base salary raised to $1,200,000 annually effective September 27, 2026.

What are the latest DAKT SEC filings?

DAKTRONICS INC /SD/ (DAKT) filed its latest 10-K annual report on June 24, 2026, a 10-Q quarterly report on September 2, 2026, an 8-K current report on September 18, 2026 and a Form 4 insider filing on September 23, 2026.

What is DAKT's SEC CIK number?

DAKTRONICS INC /SD/ (DAKT)'s SEC Central Index Key (CIK) is 915779. EDGAR lists every DAKT filing under that number.

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