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Applied Materials Inc. develops materials engineering equipment and process technologies used in semiconductor manufacturing and advanced displays. News about AMAT centers on chipmaking systems for atomic-scale deposition, Gate-All-Around logic, DRAM and high-bandwidth memory, 3D advanced packaging, and process control for AI and high-performance computing devices.
Company updates also cover EPIC Center collaborations with chipmakers and ecosystem partners, commercialization pathways from R&D to high-volume manufacturing, quarterly earnings communications, dividend actions, capital allocation, and investor-conference participation.
Applied Materials has acquired Picosun Oy, a Finnish semiconductor equipment company, enhancing its capabilities in atomic layer deposition (ALD) technology for specialty semiconductors.
This acquisition aims to address the increasing demand for innovative chips in IoT, automotive, and communication sectors. The deal bolsters Applied’s ICAPS group by integrating Picosun's R&D expertise and strong industry connections.
The transaction received approval from Finland's Ministry of Economic Affairs, although financial details remain undisclosed.
Applied Materials has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.26 per share, payable on September 15, 2022, to shareholders on record as of August 25, 2022. This dividend is part of the company’s strategy to return value to shareholders, which included $2.01 billion returned through dividends and share repurchases in Q2 of fiscal 2022. At the end of that quarter, Applied had approximately $7.4 billion remaining in its share buyback authorization.
Applied Materials, Inc. has launched a new system aimed at addressing electrical resistance issues in chip manufacturing. The Endura Ioniq PVD System allows chipmakers to replace high-resistance layers with a low-resistance tungsten film, facilitating 2D scaling to the 3nm node and enhancing chip performance. The innovative approach is essential as chips are miniaturized, overcoming significant barriers in performance and power consumption. Leading customers have already selected this system, showcasing its impact on the semiconductor industry.
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.
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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.