ImageWare Systems (IWSY) Stock Price

ImageWare Systems Price

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Revenue at ImageWare Systems has contracted by 8.4% per year over the past 19 years to 3.47 M USD. For ImageWare Systems, the net margin of 33.6% is up versus -319.5% a few years ago.

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ImageWare Systems Revenue, EBIT, Net Income

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Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
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Date
Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
Jan 1, 2014
4.16 M USD
-7.80 M USD
-7.99 M USD
Jan 1, 2015
4.77 M USD
-8.21 M USD
-9.60 M USD
Jan 1, 2016
3.81 M USD
-9.46 M USD
-10.87 M USD
Jan 1, 2017
4.29 M USD
-9.73 M USD
-13.71 M USD
Jan 1, 2018
4.40 M USD
-11.73 M USD
-16.46 M USD
Jan 1, 2019
3.51 M USD
-12.25 M USD
-17.25 M USD
Jan 1, 2020
4.79 M USD
-9.28 M USD
-10.95 M USD
Jan 1, 2021
3.47 M USD
-10.42 M USD
1.17 M USD

ImageWare Systems Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement

Last updated Jul 18, 2026, 7:46 PM
 
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Income Statement Key Figures

Revenue and Revenue Growth

Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales ImageWare Systems generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.

Gross Margin

Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue ImageWare Systems retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare ImageWare Systems's gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.

EBIT and EBIT Margin

EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.

Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares ImageWare Systems has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.

Analyst Estimates

The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against ImageWare Systems's historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.

ImageWare Systems stock margins

The ImageWare Systems margin analysis displays the gross margin, EBIT margin, as well as the profit margin of ImageWare Systems. The EBIT margin (EBIT/sales) indicates the percentage of sales that remains as operating profit. The profit margin shows the percentage of sales that remains for ImageWare Systems.
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EBIT margin
Profit margin
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Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
Jan 1, 2014
76.20 %
-187.50 %
-192.07 %
Jan 1, 2015
59.24 %
-172.15 %
-201.28 %
Jan 1, 2016
71.93 %
-248.22 %
-285.26 %
Jan 1, 2017
76.92 %
-226.58 %
-319.45 %
Jan 1, 2018
80.11 %
-266.35 %
-373.82 %
Jan 1, 2019
81.66 %
-349.32 %
-492.04 %
Jan 1, 2020
73.92 %
-193.92 %
-228.80 %
Jan 1, 2021
80.76 %
-300.20 %
33.58 %

ImageWare Systems Stock Revenue, EBIT, Earnings per Share

The ImageWare Systems earnings per share therefore indicates how much revenue ImageWare Systems has generated per share in a given period. The earnings before interest and taxes per share shows how much of the operating profit corresponds to each share. The earnings per share indicates how much of the profit belongs to each share.
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EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
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Date
Revenue per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
Jan 1, 2014
0.05 USD
-0.08 USD
-0.09 USD
Jan 1, 2015
0.05 USD
-0.09 USD
-0.10 USD
Jan 1, 2016
0.04 USD
-0.10 USD
-0.12 USD
Jan 1, 2017
0.05 USD
-0.10 USD
-0.15 USD
Jan 1, 2018
0.05 USD
-0.12 USD
-0.17 USD
Jan 1, 2019
0.03 USD
-0.12 USD
-0.17 USD
Jan 1, 2020
0.04 USD
-0.07 USD
-0.08 USD
Jan 1, 2021
0.01 USD
-0.03 USD
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ImageWare Systems business model & stock analysis

ImageWare Systems SWOT Analysis

Strengths

1. Technological Innovation:

ImageWare Systems Inc is known for its strong focus on technological innovation, which allows them to offer cutting-edge solutions in the field of identity management and biometric authentication.

2. Comprehensive Product Portfolio:

The company offers a wide range of products and services, including multi-modal biometric authentication, cloud-based identity solutions, and mobile biometric enrollment. This diverse portfolio gives them a competitive advantage in meeting varied customer needs.

3. Strong Partnerships:

ImageWare Systems Inc has established strategic partnerships with leading organizations in industries such as finance, healthcare, and law enforcement. These partnerships enhance their reach and provide access to new market opportunities.

Weaknesses

1. Dependence on Key Customers:

A significant portion of ImageWare Systems Inc's revenue comes from a few key customers, making them vulnerable to potential losses if any of these customers reduce their business or switch to competitors.

2. Limited Geographic Presence:

Although ImageWare Systems Inc operates globally, their market presence is currently focused on certain regions. This limits their exposure to potential customers in untapped markets and increases their vulnerability to local economic conditions.

Opportunities

1. Growing Demand for Biometric Security Solutions:

The increasing need for robust security measures and the rise in digital identity fraud presents a significant opportunity for ImageWare Systems Inc to expand their customer base and market share.

2. Adoption of Cloud-Based Services:

The growing adoption of cloud-based services across industries provides an opportunity for ImageWare Systems Inc to promote their cloud-based identity management solutions, which offer scalability, flexibility, and cost efficiencies.

Threats

1. Intense Competition:

ImageWare Systems Inc operates in a highly competitive landscape, facing competition from both established players and new entrants. This poses a threat to their market share and profitability.

2. Security and Privacy Concerns:

Growing concerns related to data breaches, privacy regulations, and potential misuse of biometric data pose challenges for ImageWare Systems Inc in terms of maintaining customer trust and complying with evolving regulatory requirements.

ImageWare Systems Segments

ImageWare Systems Revenue by Segment (1/2)

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Maintenance
Software and royalties
Services
Hardware and consumables
Service
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Date
Maintenance
Software and royalties
Services
Hardware and consumables
Service
Jan 1, 2019
2.58 M USD
489,000.00 USD
338,000.00 USD
96,000.00 USD
0.00 USD
Jan 1, 2021
0.00 USD
383,000.00 USD
0.00 USD
290,000.00 USD
181,000.00 USD

ImageWare Systems Revenue by Segment (2/2)

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Maintenance
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Date
Maintenance
Jan 1, 2019
0.00 USD
Jan 1, 2021
2.62 M USD

ImageWare Systems Eulerpool Fair Value

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What Is Fair Value?

Fair value is an estimate of what a stock is truly "worth" based on its financial fundamentals, independent of the current market price. If the calculated fair value is above the current share price, the stock may be undervalued — and vice versa. This chart shows three different fair value approaches so you can cross-check them against each other.

Earnings-Based Fair Value

Calculated by multiplying the current earnings per share (EPS) by the average historical P/E ratio over a selected multi-year period. The smoothing over several years filters out temporary spikes or dips. If this fair value exceeds the market price, it suggests the stock is cheap relative to its earning power.

Example: Fair Value (Earnings) 2022 = EPS 2022 × Average P/E 2019–2021

Revenue-Based Fair Value

Derived by multiplying revenue per share by the average historical price-to-sales ratio. This method is particularly useful for companies with volatile or temporarily depressed earnings, as revenue tends to be more stable than profits. It answers: "At what price has the market historically valued each dollar of this company's sales?"

Example: Fair Value (Revenue) 2022 = Revenue per Share 2022 × Average P/S 2019–2021

Dividend-Based Fair Value

Calculated by dividing the dividend per share by the average historical dividend yield. This approach is most relevant for mature, consistently dividend-paying companies. If the resulting fair value is higher than the current price, it implies the stock offers a better yield than its historical average.

Example: Fair Value (Dividend) 2022 = Dividend per Share 2022 ÷ Average Yield 2019–2021

How to Use This Chart

When all three fair value lines converge above the current price, it strengthens the case that the stock is undervalued. When they diverge, investigate why — it may indicate a structural shift in margins, payout policy, or growth rate. The forward estimates on the right extend the analysis using projected fundamentals, helping you assess whether the current price already reflects future growth expectations.

ImageWare Systems historical P/E ratio, EBIT multiple, and P/S ratio

ImageWare Systems annual returns

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Annual Return

What This Chart Shows

This chart breaks down 's total annual return into two components: price return (gains or losses from stock price movement) and dividend return (income received from dividend payments). Together, they represent the total return an investor would have earned in each calendar year.

Price Return

Price return measures the percentage change in 's stock price from January 1st to December 31st of each year. Positive bars indicate the stock appreciated; negative bars show a decline. This is the component most investors focus on, but it tells only part of the story — especially for dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Return

Dividend return represents the income generated from dividends paid during the year, expressed as a percentage of the starting stock price. While it may seem small in any single year (typically 1–4 % for established companies), dividends compound significantly over decades and have historically contributed roughly 40 % of total stock market returns.

What to Look For

Examine how many years showed positive vs. negative returns to gauge consistency. A stock with mostly positive years and small drawdowns suggests lower risk. Also compare 's annual returns to a benchmark index — consistently outperforming the market is a hallmark of a strong investment. Pay attention to the worst years: understanding downside risk is just as important as chasing upside potential.

ImageWare Systems shares outstanding

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Date
Number of stocks
Jan 1, 2014
91.80 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2015
93.79 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2016
94.43 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2017
92.82 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2018
95.21 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2019
104.37 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2020
133.35 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2021
320.66 M Stocks
Price targets and forecasts for ImageWare Systems are not yet available.

ImageWare Systems Earnings Estimates

DateEPS estimateRevenue EstimateQuarterly report
8/9/2018-0.03USD1.89 MUSD2018 Q2

ImageWare Systems shareholder structure

% Name
0.03119%
Archer Investment Corporation
Archer Investment Corporation
0.00000%
MAI Capital Management, LLC
MAI Capital Management, LLC

ImageWare Systems Executives and Management Board

KT

Ms. Kristin Taylor

(54)

Chairman of the Board, President, Chief Executive Officer · since 2020

Compensation286,561.00 USD
CD

Mr. Chris Dickson

Vice President of Sales

Compensation164,391.00 USD
SK

Mr. Sudheer Koganti

Vice President of Engineering

Compensation144,129.00 USD
MB

Mr. Mark Blackman

Vice President of Product Management

LA

Ms. Lauren Anderson

(63)

Independent Director

Frequently asked questions about ImageWare Systems

ImageWare Systems Inc. is a leading provider of biometric identification and authentication solutions. The company's business model focuses on the development and licensing of advanced, scalable, and multi-modal biometric security products. ImageWare's patented technology is designed to provide secure and reliable identity authentication across various industries, including government, law enforcement, healthcare, finance, and retail. With a comprehensive suite of biometric software solutions, ImageWare aims to enhance security measures and reduce identity fraud. By leveraging cutting-edge biometric technologies such as fingerprint, face, and iris recognition, ImageWare Systems Inc. offers scalable and customizable solutions to meet the unique requirements of its customers.

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