SurgePays, Inc. Revenue Disclosure
Revenue recognition
The Company recognizes revenue in accordance with Accounting Standard Codification (“ASC”) 605-10 (previously Securities and Exchange Commission Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 104, Revenue Recognition).
Revenue is recognized only when the price is fixed or determinable, persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, the service is performed and collectability of the resulting receivable is reasonably assured. The Company’s revenues are derived from online advertising sales and on a cost per lead (“CPL”) basis. Revenue from advertisers on a CPL basis is recognized in the period the leads are accepted by the client, following the execution of a service agreement and commencement of the services.
Historical Timeline
| Fiscal Year | Filed | |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Dec 11, 2017 | Showing above |
| 2015 | Apr 14, 2016 | |
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.