5. Trade Receivables and Allowance for Credit Losses

Our trade receivables balance consists of traditional trade receivables. Trade receivables were as follows (in thousands):

The allowance for credit losses was as follows (in thousands):

The allowance for credit losses is determined based on an assessment of historical collection experience using the aging schedule method as well as consideration of current and future economic conditions. Based on that assessment, the allowance for credit losses as a percent of gross trade receivables decreased to 2.0% at September 30, 2026 from 2.5% at December 31, 2025.