Shares of Kulicke & Soffa Industries (KLIC) surged 12.21% in intraday trading following the release of its fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results that exceeded analyst expectations and an optimistic outlook for the upcoming quarter. The semiconductor equipment manufacturer's strong performance and positive guidance signals a potential turnaround in the chip assembly sector.
For the fourth quarter, Kulicke & Soffa reported non-GAAP earnings per share of $0.28, significantly outperforming the consensus estimate of $0.22. Revenue for the quarter came in at $177.6 million, surpassing analysts' projections of $169.84 million. The company's gross margin showed impressive improvement, reaching 45.7% for the quarter, reflecting enhanced operational efficiency.
Adding to the positive sentiment, Kulicke & Soffa provided an upbeat forecast for the first quarter of fiscal 2026. The company expects revenue to be between $180 million and $200 million, well above the consensus estimate of $166.76 million. Additionally, the projected non-GAAP earnings per share of $0.33 (plus or minus 10%) is substantially higher than the $0.23 analysts were anticipating. Lester Wong, the company's interim CEO and CFO, stated, "We are increasingly encouraged by improving end market trends and order activity. Our global operations and supply chain teams are preparing for increased customer demand over the coming quarters." This strong guidance suggests that Kulicke & Soffa is positioned for continued growth, likely contributing to the stock's significant rally.
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