CIRRUS LOGIC EVP, CHRO Denise Grode Sells 2208 Shares at $114.36/Share

Cirrus Logic, Inc. (CRUS) has announced that Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Denise Grode has sold 2,208 shares at a price of $114.36 per share on August 29, 2025.

Koss Corporation, a key player in the high-fidelity audio sector, reported a mixed financial performance in 2025. While the company's revenue increased by 2.9% to $12.62 million, it also posted a net loss of $874,831, or $0.09 per share [2]. This divergence between quarterly and annual results underscores Koss's reliance on volatile market segments and its ability to pivot amid shifting demand.

Koss's 0.37% market share in the True Wireless Stereo (TWS) sector positions it as a niche player in a market dominated by giants like Apple and Xiaomi [4]. However, the company's focus on high-fidelity audio and its strategic positioning in the audiophile and specialty markets offer a unique value proposition. International sales and direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels grew significantly, with international sales surging over 30% year-over-year in Q1 2025 and DTC sales accounting for 24% of total revenue and growing 16.5% annually [1].

Despite these positives, Koss faces significant challenges. Domestic sales, particularly in the Education and Music segments, declined due to project postponements and distributor inventory issues [1]. Additionally, new tariffs on Chinese goods threaten to erode margins as inventory sells through [2]. The audio tech sector's rapid evolution, with TWS shipments surging 18% in Q1 2025 to 78 million units [4], also poses challenges, as Koss's focus on open-ear (OWS) and wired products may limit its exposure to the fastest-growing segments.

Koss's strategic agility offers hope. The company's 600-basis-point margin improvement in the first nine months of 2025 [2] and emphasis on premium product design suggest a capacity to adapt. The company's DTC strategy, which leverages platforms like Amazon, aligns with broader industry trends toward direct engagement and data-driven marketing [3].

For investors, the key question is whether Koss can sustain its international and DTC momentum while addressing domestic headwinds. The company's focus on product innovation, such as the Porta Pro Wireless 2.0, and its strategic alignment with OWS trends suggest a path to long-term relevance. However, profitability remains elusive, and the audio tech sector's competitive intensity will test Koss's ability to scale.

References:
[1] Koss Corporation Reports Profitable Second Quarter Results [https://investors.koss.com/news-releases/news-release-details/koss-corporation-reports-profitable-second-quarter-results]
[2] Koss Corporation Releases Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results [https://www.barchart.com/story/news/34464009/koss-corporation-releases-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-results]
[3] Koss Corp Reports Q3 2025 Earnings [https://www.gurufocus.com/news/2846516/koss-corp-reports-q3-2025-earnings-eps-at-003-revenue-increases-to-278-million]
[4] Global TWS Market Surges 18% in Q1 2025 [https://canalys.com/newsroom/global-tws-market-q1-2025]