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$KLA-Tencor(KLAC)$, a leader in semiconductor equipment, specializing in process control and yield management systems crucial for chip manufacturing. It benefits from strong demand in the growing semiconductor market, driven by trends like AI, 5G, and IoT. KLA’s innovative products ensure chip quality and precision, positioning it for sustained growth.
Its solid profitability, high margins, and strong cash flow, supporting reinvestment and shareholder returns through dividends and share buybacks. KLA’s global customer base and expanding presence in areas like advanced packaging offer further growth opportunities.
While facing competition and risks from market cycles and geopolitical tensions, KLA’s leadership, financial strength, and exposure to long-term tech trends make it a compelling investment, though investors should consider the risks in the cyclical semiconductor industry.
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KLA-Tencor Corp (KLAC) is a leading semiconductor equipment company that specializes in process control and yield management systems for chip manufacturing. Here are some key details about the company:
Company Profile: KLA Corporation, formerly known as KLA-Tencor Corporation, designs, manufactures, and markets process control, process-enabling, and yield management solutions for the semiconductor and related electronics industries worldwide. It operates through three segments: Semiconductor Process Control, Specialty Semiconductor Process, and PCB and Component Inspection.
Established Year: KLA Corporation was incorporated in 1975.
Business Type: KLA Corporation is engaged in the design, manufacture, and marketing of semiconductor process control, process-enabling, and yield management solutions.
Address: One Technology Drive, Milpitas, California, United States.
Employee Number: KLA Corporation has approximately 15,115 employees.
Executive Information:
Richard P. Wallace: Director, President, Chief Executive Officer (Gender: Male, Age: 64)
Bren D. Higgins: Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer (Gender: Male, Age: 54)
Virendra A. Kirloskar: Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer (Gender: Male, Age: 60)
Ahmad A. Khan: President, Semiconductor Process Control (Gender: Male, Age: 50)
Brian W. Lorig: Executive Vice President, Global Support, Services (Gender: Male, Age: 50)
Total Share Capital: As of November 18, 2024, the total share capital of KLA Corporation is 133.76 million shares.
Float Share Capital: As of November 18, 2024, the float share capital of KLA Corporation is 133.45 million shares.
Telephone: You can contact KLA Corporation at 408-875-3000.
Dividend Information: KLA Corporation recently announced a dividend per share of 1.7 USD, with a pay date of December 3, 2024. The total dividend amount is 5.03 billion USD.
Shareholder Information: The top shareholders of KLA Corporation include The Vanguard Group, Inc. (10.02% shareholding), BlackRock, Inc. (8.66% shareholding), State Street Global Advisors, Inc. (4.47% shareholding), PRIMECAP Management Company (3.96% shareholding), and Capital Research and Management Company (2.88% shareholding).
Business Operating Income: The business operating income information for 2025Q1 is not available in the provided data.
Regional Operating Income: In 2025Q1, the regional revenue distribution for KLA Corporation was as follows:
Mainland China, Hong Kong (China) and Macao (China): 1.20 billion USD, ratio '42.17%
North America: 500.94 million USD, ratio '17.63%
Taiwan (China): 461.99 million USD, ratio '16.26%
Korea: 238.67 million USD, ratio '8.40%
Japan: 188.57 million USD, ratio '6.64%
Europe & Israel: 144.82 million USD, ratio '5.10%
Rest of Asia: 108.24 million USD, ratio '3.81%
Relevant Articles: Here are some relevant articles about KLA Corporation:
KLA Corp (KLAC) Q1 FY 2025 Earnings: Revenue Hits $2.84 Billion, GAAP EPS at $7.01, Surpassing Estimates
KLA Corporation (NASDAQ:KLAC) Q3: Strong Sales, Next Quarter’s Sales Guidance Is Optimistic
KLAC Q324. Heavy Emphasis On Leading Edge For Growth In 2025
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