Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. Revenue Disclosure
NOTE 3 – REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS
The Company recognizes revenue from contracts with its customers in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification® (“ASC”) 606, which provides that revenues are recognized when control of promised goods or services is transferred to a customer in an amount that reflects the consideration expected to be received for those goods or services. The Company generally receives a fee associated with the franchise agreement or license agreement (collectively “Customer Contracts”) at the time that the Customer Contract is entered. These Customer Contracts have a term of up to 20 years, however the majority of Customer Contracts have a term of 10 years. During the term of the Customer Contract, the Company is obligated to many performance obligations that the Company has not determined are distinct. The resulting treatment of revenue from Customer Contracts is that the revenue is recognized proportionately over the life of the Customer Contract.
Initial Franchise Fees, License Fees, Transfer Fees and Renewal Fees
The initial franchise services are not distinct from the continuing rights or services offered during the term of the franchise agreement and are treated as a single performance obligation. Initial franchise fees are being recognized as the Company satisfies the performance obligation over the term of the franchise agreement, which is generally 10 years.
The following table summarizes contract liabilities as of February 28, 2026 and February 28, 2025:
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Years Ended |
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February 28: |
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($'s in thousands) |
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2026 |
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2025 |
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Contract liabilities at the beginning of the year: |
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$ |
743 |
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$ |
829 |
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Revenue recognized |
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(204 |
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(188 |
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Contract fees received |
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141 |
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102 |
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Contract liabilities at the end of the year: |
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$ |
680 |
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$ |
743 |
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At February 28, 2026, annual revenue expected to be recognized in the future, related to performance obligations that are not yet fully satisfied, are estimated to be the following (amounts in thousands):
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$ |
105 |
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101 |
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91 |
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81 |
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72 |
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230 |
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Total |
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$ |
680 |
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Gift Cards
The Company’s franchisees sell gift cards, which do not have expiration dates or non-usage fees. The proceeds from the sale of gift cards by the franchisees are accumulated by the Company and paid out to the franchisees upon customer redemption. ASC 606 requires the use of the “proportionate” method for recognizing breakage. The Company recognizes breakage from gift cards when the gift card is redeemed by the customer or the Company determines the likelihood of the gift card being redeemed by the customer is remote (“gift card breakage”). The determination of the gift card breakage rate is based upon Company-specific historical redemption patterns. The Company recognized no breakage revenue during FY 2026 and FY 2025 and recognized breakage revenue of $40 thousand during FY 2024.
Durango Product Sales of Confectionery Items, Retail Sales and Royalty and Marketing Fees
Durango Products Sales are those sold from the Company's factory in Durango Colorado. Retail sales include products sold in the retail store locations. Confectionery items sold to the Company’s franchisees, others and its Company-owned stores’ sales are recognized at the time of the underlying sale, based on the terms of the sale and when ownership of the inventory is transferred, and are presented net of sales taxes and discounts. Royalties and marketing fees from franchised or licensed locations, which are based on a percent of sales are recognized at the time the sales occur.
Historical Timeline
| Fiscal Year | Filed | |
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| 2026 | May 29, 2026 | Showing above |
| 2025 | Jun 20, 2025 | |
| 2024 | Jun 13, 2024 | |
| 2023 | May 30, 2023 | |
| 2022 | May 27, 2022 | |
| 2021 | Jun 1, 2021 | |
| 2020 | May 29, 2020 | |
| 2019 | May 29, 2019 | |
About Revenue Disclosures
Revenue disclosures under ASC 606 explain how a company identifies performance obligations, allocates transaction prices, and determines when revenue is recognized. This section is essential for understanding whether reported revenue reflects genuine economic activity or aggressive accounting choices. Analysts examine the mix of point-in-time versus over-time recognition, which directly affects revenue timing and comparability.
Key signals: rising contract liabilities (deferred revenue) suggest strong future revenue visibility, while declining contract assets may indicate slowing project milestones. Watch for variable consideration estimates — rebates, returns, and performance bonuses that require management judgment. Significant changes in disaggregated revenue by geography or product line can reveal shifting business mix before it appears in headline numbers. Compare revenue growth against contract liability growth to assess sustainability, and scrutinize any changes in the timing of recognition that coincide with earnings pressure.