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News about ASM International N.V. (ASMIY) centers on its role as a manufacturer of semiconductor wafer processing equipment and process solutions. Company announcements repeatedly describe a focus on atomic layer deposition (ALD), epitaxy (Epi), and applications in advanced logic/foundry, DRAM, power/analog/wafer markets, and advanced packaging. This news page aggregates such disclosures so readers can follow how ASM’s technology and strategy evolve over time.
Regular updates include quarterly financial results, where ASM reports revenue, orders, margins, and commentary on demand conditions across segments like advanced logic/foundry, DRAM, and China-related sales. These releases often discuss how AI-driven demand, transitions to new transistor architectures such as gate-all-around (GAA), and DRAM node changes influence ALD and Epi intensity and ASM’s served available market.
Investors can also track strategic and corporate developments, such as the company’s Growth-through-Innovation strategy, long-term revenue and margin targets presented at Investor Day events, and plans to invest in a new global headquarters and R&D center in Almere, the Netherlands. Governance-related news, including Supervisory Board decisions on Management Board reappointments and share buyback program updates, appears in the same stream.
Because ASM operates facilities in the United States, Europe, and Asia and supplies equipment for leading-edge semiconductor manufacturing, its news often touches on global market dynamics, customer mix, and regional demand patterns. Bookmark this page to see ASM’s earnings releases, Investor Day materials, capital allocation actions such as share repurchases, and corporate announcements that shape the outlook for ASMIY and the underlying ASM business.
ASM International recently inaugurated its new manufacturing facility in Singapore and announced the groundbreaking for a second floor. This expansion, amidst a global chip shortage, aims to boost production capacity, increasing Singapore's capabilities fourfold and global capacity more than tripling. The facility is designed for efficiency and flexibility, addressing supply chain challenges. CEO Benjamin Loh highlighted a revenue growth target of €2.8-3.4 billion by 2025, equating to a CAGR of 16%-21%. The site is also recognized for sustainability, achieving Green Mark Gold Plus certification.
Almere, The Netherlands
March 14, 2022
ASM International N.V. has acquired Reno Sub-Systems Inc., a provider of RF matching sub-systems for semiconductor manufacturing, enhancing ASM's plasma product offerings. Reno's innovative designs will support the performance of ASM's existing technologies. However, due to its small size, this acquisition is not anticipated to materially impact ASM's earnings for 2022.
ASM International N.V. published its Annual Report 2021 on March 3, 2022, complying with European Single Electronic Format (ESEF) reporting requirements. The report includes primary consolidated financial statements labelled with XBRL tags and is accessible as an HTML file and PDF on the company's website. Additionally, ASM announced its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on May 16, 2022, with the agenda to be released later. The company designs and manufactures equipment for semiconductor devices and operates globally.
ASM International N.V. announced strong fourth-quarter 2021 results with record new orders of €645 million, a 70% increase year-over-year. Revenue reached €491 million, up 42% from the previous year. The gross profit margin was 47.0%, while the operating result rose to €131 million. For 2021, ASM reported total revenue growth of 34% at constant currencies, totaling €1,730 million. The company plans a dividend increase from €2.00 to €2.50 per share and initiated a new share buyback program of €100 million. Outlook for Q1 2022 anticipates revenue of €500-530 million amidst ongoing supply chain challenges.
ASM International N.V. announced a five-year partnership with the University of Helsinki to establish the Atomic Layer Deposition Center of Excellence (ALD CoE) at the Kumpula science campus. ASMI will enhance its funding and expand its subsidiary, ASM Microchemistry Oy. The ALD CoE aims to advance atomic layer deposition technologies critical for future semiconductor applications. CEO Benjamin Loh emphasized that this collaboration aligns with the European semiconductor infrastructure goals, particularly the European Chips Act.
ASM International N.V. will report its Q4 2021 operating results on February 22, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. CET and 12:00 p.m. EST. An investor conference call is scheduled for February 23, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. CET (9:00 a.m. EST). Participants must pre-register for call access. The results will cover the company's financial performance in the semiconductor device manufacturing sector. For more information and to access the conference, visit www.asm.com.
ASM International N.V., based in Almere, Netherlands, announced significant changes to its corporate governance on February 1, 2022. These changes include the nomination of Hichem M’Saad as a new member of the Management Board and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), expanding the board to three members. The formation of an Executive Committee has also been initiated to enhance the company's growth strategy. M’Saad, with over 25 years in the semiconductor equipment industry, is expected to drive innovation. The company is scheduled to request shareholder approval for this appointment during the AGM on May 16, 2022.
ASM International has successfully completed its €100 million share buyback program on December 17, 2021. The program, initiated on July 28, 2021, involved the repurchase of 292,116 shares at an average price of €342.33. The objective of this buyback is to enhance shareholder value by reducing capital through the withdrawal of the repurchased shares, while maintaining some treasury shares for employee programs. This strategic move illustrates ASM's commitment to utilizing excess cash for the benefit of its shareholders.
ASM International N.V. has announced its recent share buyback transactions from December 6 to 10, 2021, under its €100 million buyback program. In total, 11,750 shares were repurchased at an average price of €370.59, totaling €4,354,445. The company has now completed 94.4% of its buyback program. This initiative aims to enhance shareholder value and reflects ASM's commitment to returning capital to its investors.
ASM International has reported significant progress in its share buyback program, with a total of 20,965 shares repurchased from November 29 to December 3, 2021, at an average price of €388.14. The total value of shares repurchased during this period amounts to €8,137,271. This buyback is part of a broader €100 million program announced on July 27, 2021, and to date, 90.1% of the total program has been completed. For more details, visit the investor relations page.