Guardforce AI Co., Limited announced a $5 million share repurchase program that is effective immediately and will remain in effect for one year. The program reflects management’s belief that the current market valuation does not fully capture the intrinsic value of its legacy cash‑handling business and the long‑term potential of its AI platform.
The company has faced financial challenges, reporting a net loss of $5.9 million for 2024 and a decline in revenue over the past three years. Despite negative operating and net margins, gross profit margin improved to 17.2% from 14.9% in 2023. The Secured Logistics segment remains the primary revenue generator, while Guardforce AI continues to invest heavily in AI and robotics solutions, including the DeepVoyage Go itinerary planner and a Robot‑as‑a‑Service model.
Chairwoman and CEO Lei Wang said the buyback reflects confidence in the company’s fundamentals and a commitment to invest in growth. She added that at current market levels the shares represent compelling long‑term value and that the program allows the company to act opportunistically while continuing to invest in its AI platform.
The share repurchase reduces the share count, potentially improving earnings per share and signaling confidence in the company’s valuation. Investors viewed the announcement positively, interpreting it as a sign that management believes the stock is undervalued and that the company is positioned to capitalize on its AI platform and legacy cash‑handling business.
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