Mentor Capital, Inc. reported its financial results for the third quarter and the first nine months of 2025, revealing a total revenue of $40,430 for the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to no revenue in the same period of 2024. For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, the company generated $117,430 in revenue, marking a significant increase from the previous year when it reported no revenue. The company’s gross profit for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $40,430 and $117,430, respectively, with no cost of sales recorded during these periods.
In terms of expenses, Mentor Capital's selling, general, and administrative expenses rose to $201,114 for the third quarter of 2025, up from $154,279 in the same quarter of 2024. For the nine-month period, these expenses decreased to $598,821 from $637,571 year-over-year. The company reported a net income of $2,675 for the third quarter of 2025, a turnaround from a net loss of $157,215 in the prior year. However, for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, the company recorded a net loss of $418,745, an improvement from a loss of $786,897 in the same period of 2024.
Strategically, Mentor Capital has shifted its focus back to the energy sector, acquiring three fractional, non-operating royalty interests in oil and gas properties in the Permian Basin for a total of $1,369,899 in March 2025. This acquisition allows the company to receive a share of revenues from hydrocarbon production without incurring operational costs. The company also maintains investments in gold and short-term treasury exchange-traded funds to support potential future energy acquisitions and to mitigate inflation risks.
Operationally, Mentor Capital's total assets decreased to $3,019,160 as of September 30, 2025, down from $3,414,562 at the end of 2024. The company’s cash and cash equivalents significantly declined to $109,914 from $2,182,121, reflecting cash outflows primarily from investing activities. The company’s liabilities increased slightly to $545,686, while shareholders' equity decreased to $2,473,474, down from $2,892,219 at the end of 2024. Looking ahead, Mentor Capital plans to continue seeking acquisition opportunities in the energy sector and aims to raise additional capital to support its growth strategy.
About Mentor Capital, Inc.
Mentor Capital, Inc. is an investment company focused on acquiring and partnering with energy sector businesses, including oil, gas, coal, and uranium. It manages diverse investments, including energy stocks and royalties, and previously operated in facilities management and biotech sectors. The company generates revenue through strategic investments, acquisitions, and asset sales, leveraging its long-standing industry experience and a focus on energy markets.
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