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Liquidity Services Reports Record Q3 GMV, Debt-Free Balance Sheet, Raises Near-Term Guidance

Aug 6, 2026, 6:38 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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The company delivered accelerating GMV, improving margins, and a robust balance sheet, plus guided 4Q profitability. The lack of debt and an active buyback placeholder reduce downside risk and enhance upside potential if operating leverage sustains.

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Liquidity Services posted a strong Q3 FY26 with GMV of $453.0m (up 10%) and revenue of $129.6m (up 8%), while holding $231.1m in cash and no debt. RSCG and GovDeals delivered quarterly GMV records amid an expanding buyer base and higher-margin, asset-light growth; the company reaffirmed its RISE strategy and issued modest Q4 guidance, signaling continued profitability and potential cash returns.

Q3 GMV $453.0m, up 10%; revenue $129.6m, up 8%; cash $231.1m, debt-free.
RSCG GMV +19% to quarterly record; GovDeals +9% to record; CAG -1%.
83% of GMV from consignment; completed transactions up 17% YoY; registered buyers 6.4m.
Q4-FY26 guidance: GMV $415-455m; GAAP Net Income $10-13m; EBITDA $22-25m.
RISE strategy reiterated; AI/ML investment; stock repurchase authorization remaining at $15m.

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