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Applied Materials reported a Q2 FY2022 revenue of $6.25 billion, marking a 12% year-over-year increase. The GAAP operating margin improved to 30.3%, while non-GAAP operating margin slightly decreased to 30.6%. GAAP EPS rose by 22% to $1.74, and non-GAAP EPS increased 13% to $1.85. Despite strong demand, the company faces ongoing supply chain challenges. For Q3, revenue is projected around $6.25 billion, with non-GAAP EPS expected between $1.59 and $1.95.
Applied Materials announced that Gary Dickerson (President and CEO) and Brice Hill (Senior Vice President and CFO) will participate in upcoming investor conferences. Dickerson will speak at the Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference in New York on June 2 at 8:00 a.m. PT / 11:00 a.m. ET. Hill will attend the BofA Securities Global Technology Conference in San Francisco on June 7 at 10:15 a.m. PT / 1:15 p.m. ET. Live webcasts of both sessions will be available on the Applied Materials website, with replays accessible later the same day.
Applied Materials will host a webcast to discuss its second quarter fiscal 2022 financial results on May 19, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. ET. The live event can be accessed through the company's website, with a replay available later that evening. Applied Materials, traded on Nasdaq as AMAT, leads in materials engineering solutions critical for chip and display production, showcasing its expertise in atomic-level material modification.
Applied Materials has introduced key innovations advancing 2D scaling with EUV lithography and detailed a comprehensive portfolio for manufacturing next-generation 3D Gate-All-Around transistors. The Stensar™ Advanced Patterning Film enhances EUV pattern transfer, while new IMS™ systems improve gate oxides and metal gate stacks for GAA transistors. These developments aim to optimize power, performance, and cost for chipmakers. The company continues to lead in eBeam technology and is pivotal in the semiconductor industry's transition to more advanced transistor designs.
Applied Materials, Inc. announced a new $6 billion share repurchase authorization, complementing the existing $3.2 billion left from the prior plan. Additionally, the Board increased the quarterly dividend by 8.3%, raising it from $0.24 to $0.26 per share, effective June 16, 2022, for shareholders on record by May 26, 2022. CEO Gary Dickerson emphasized the company's confidence in long-term market growth and its robust cash flow. This marks the fifth consecutive annual dividend increase for the company, reinforcing its commitment to delivering shareholder value.
Applied Materials announced Brice Hill as the new Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. With 25 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, Hill previously served as CFO of Xilinx and held various finance leadership roles at Intel. Gary Dickerson, President and CEO, expressed confidence in Hill's capabilities during a period of significant growth in the semiconductor sector. Hill succeeds interim CFO Bob Halliday, who will remain with the company to ensure a smooth transition.
Applied Materials reported record quarterly revenue of $6.27 billion, a 21% increase year-over-year. The company achieved a GAAP operating margin of 31.5% and a non-GAAP operating margin of 31.7%, up significantly from last year. GAAP earnings per share (EPS) rose 64% to $2.00, while non-GAAP EPS increased 36% to $1.89. Despite ongoing supply chain challenges, the company generated $2.66 billion in cash from operations, returning $2.02 billion to shareholders through buybacks and dividends.
Applied Materials, Inc. will host a webcast to discuss its first quarter fiscal 2022 financial results on February 16, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. ET. The live event will be available on their website, with a replay starting at 8:00 p.m. ET. Applied Materials is a leader in materials engineering solutions, crucial for producing advanced chips and displays globally.
Applied Materials and the Institute of Microelectronics (IME) in Singapore have announced a five-year extension of their R&D collaboration focused on advanced packaging technologies. This new phase aims to drive breakthroughs in hybrid bonding and 3D chip integration technologies, with a combined investment of approximately USD$210 million for facility upgrades. The collaboration seeks to enhance semiconductor innovation and maintain Singapore's competitiveness in the sector. This year marks the 30th anniversary of Applied Materials' operations in Singapore, highlighting a commitment to local talent and infrastructure development.
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