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Crown ElectroKinetics Corp.(CRKN)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
CRKN•NASDAQ
$0.16
Price updated Jun 27, 2026
SectorBasic MaterialsIndustrySpecialty ChemicalsSub-IndustryElectronic materials and plating chemicals
AboutCrown Electrokinetics Corp. develops and sells optical switching films. The company also focuses on commercializing electrokinetic technology for use in the smart glass market. It offers electrokinetic film technology for smart or dynamic glass. The company was formerly known as 3D Nanocolor Corp. and changed its name to Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. in October 2017. Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Corvallis, Oregon.Show more
- Revenue$20M+12776.5%
- EBITDA-$22M-23.9%
- Net Income-$26M+10.5%
- EPS (Diluted)-0.55+99.8%
- Gross Margin-3.62%+99.2%
- EBITDA Margin-112.84%+99.0%
- Operating Margin-122.46%+99.0%
- Net Margin-131.7%+99.3%
- ROE-192.76%+82.7%
CRKN Price & Volume
Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. (CRKN) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Infrastructure Pivot Masks Persistent Operational Cash Burn
Investment Thesis • Updated 2025Q1
VerdictNegative
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Negative
Financial Position:Vulnerable
Cash Flow:Burning
Primary Risk:Persistent Capital Dilution Risk
"Crown ElectroKinetics is currently navigating a high-risk transition from smart glass technology to an asset-heavy fiber optic infrastructure services model. While the company has achieved revenue growth, the shift has resulted in significant margin volatility and a structural reliance on dilutive equity financing to cover persistent operating losses. Investors should monitor whether the firm can achieve sustainable operating leverage, as current capital expenditures and SG&A costs continue to outpace gross profit generation."
Verdict Logic
the company's inability to generate positive operating cash flow, evidenced by an $11.0M outflow in 2025Q1, suggests a high risk of continued shareholder dilution.
CRKN Growth Metrics
Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. (CRKN) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years108.1%
3 Years-
TTM2580.32%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years-
3 Years-
TTM2.08%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years-
3 Years-
TTM100.6%
Return on Capital
10 Years-781.95%
5 Years-781.95%
3 Years-315.1%
Last Year-162.69%
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. (CRKN)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.16 | $2.67M | -0.29 | 12776.47% | -131.7% | -192.76% | — | |
| $89.74 | $22.36B | 23.87 | 5.97% | 17.33% | 33.35% | — | |
| $1.66 | $91.27M | -1.30 | 15.57% | -468.74% | -26.58% | — | |
| $47.58 | $6.27B | 36.88 | 10.72% | 9.64% | 13.28% | — | |
| $5.59 | $69.84M | -22.36 | 14.52% | -9.05% | -70.95% | — | |
| $0.78 | $13.57M | -1.94 | 9.22% | -12.48% | -737.52% | — |
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Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. (CRKN) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
CRKN SEC Filings & Documents
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CRKN Frequently Asked Questions
Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. (CRKN) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Crown ElectroKinetics Corp.'s revenue?
Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. (CRKN) reported $21.8M in revenue for fiscal year 2024.
How fast is Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. growing?
Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. (CRKN) grew revenue by 12776.5% over the past year. This is strong growth.
Is CRKN profitable?
Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. (CRKN) reported a net loss of $31.0M for fiscal year 2024.
Dividend & Returns
What is CRKN's return on equity?
Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. (CRKN) has a return on equity (ROE) of -192.8%. Negative ROE indicates the company is unprofitable.
What is Crown ElectroKinetics Corp.'s free cash flow?
Crown ElectroKinetics Corp. (CRKN) had negative free cash flow of $34.3M in fiscal year 2024, likely due to heavy capital investments.