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AXT, Inc. announces significant progress toward a STAR Market IPO for its Chinese wafer manufacturing subsidiary, Tongmei. The second tranche of investment, amounting to $25 million from seven private equity firms, was largely completed in December 2020, with an additional $1.5 million expected to close this January, bringing total investments to approximately $49 million for a 7.28% minority interest. This strategic initiative is crucial for Tongmei's IPO aspirations in mid-2022, while AXT continues to operate as a U.S. public company listed on the Nasdaq under AXTI.

AXT, Inc. announces the completion of the first tranche of a $50 million private equity investment in its wafer manufacturing unit, Tongmei, totaling approximately $22.5 million. The investment is led by three funds within the Haitong Private Equity Group. This funding is part of AXT's strategy to prepare for an IPO on China's STAR Market, with the second tranche of $26.5 million anticipated in January 2021. AXT continues to operate as a publicly traded entity on Nasdaq under the symbol AXTI.

AXT, Inc. (NasdaqGS: AXTI) has successfully ramped up gallium arsenide substrate shipments to its major customer, OSRAM, from its new manufacturing facility in Dingxing, China. OSRAM began accepting shipments in March after qualifying the facility. CEO Morris Young emphasized the facility's design around modern manufacturing practices, enabling future capacity expansions. This relocation was prompted by local governmental changes in Beijing, and AXT has maintained a strong partnership with OSRAM to meet growing demands in various photonics applications.

AXT, Inc. has initiated steps to list its subsidiary, Tongmei, on China's STAR Market, merging two raw material companies into it. The company plans to secure approximately $50 million from private equity firms in exchange for a 7.14% minority stake. The first tranche of $22.5 million is expected by early December 2020, followed by a $26.5 million second tranche in January 2021. AXT will continue to operate under the Nasdaq symbol AXTI and maintain its Fremont, CA headquarters, aiming to enhance its capital structure and support future growth amidst expected strong demand in the semiconductor market.

AXT, Inc. (NasdaqGS: AXTI) reported Q3 2020 revenue of $25.5 million, a 28% year-over-year growth, surpassing previous earnings guidance. Key contributions came from sectors such as 5G telecommunications and data center connectivity. The gross margin increased to 34.6% from 30.6% in Q2 2020. Operating profit rose to $2.2 million, a significant improvement compared to the losses in Q3 2019. Net income was $1.0 million, or $0.02 per diluted share, compared to a net loss in the same quarter last year. A conference call will follow to elaborate on these results.

AXT, Inc. (NasdaqGS: AXTI), a major player in compound semiconductor substrates, will release its third quarter 2020 financial results after market close on October 28, 2020. A conference call is scheduled for the same day at 1:30 p.m. PT to discuss these results, accessible by phone and via a simulcast on their website. AXT specializes in high-performance substrate wafers for advanced semiconductor applications across various sectors including 5G infrastructure, LED lighting, and sensors. For more details, visit www.axt.com.

AXT, Inc. (Nasdaq: AXTI) announced participation in two financial conferences in August 2020. The 12th Annual BWS Financial Growth and Value Summer Investor Series will take place on August 12, and the Needham Virtual SemiCap and EDA Conference is scheduled for August 13. CFO Gary L. Fischer and Leslie Green from investor relations will host one-on-one investor meetings at both events. These conferences will be virtual, with no webcasts available. An updated investor presentation will be accessible on the investor relations page.

AXT, Inc. (NasdaqGS: AXTI) reported Q2 2020 revenue of $22.1 million, a rise from $20.7 million in Q1 2020 but lower than $24.8 million in Q2 2019. The gross margin increased to 30.6% from 26.6% in Q1 2020, though it declined from 34.3% in Q2 2019. Operating expenses were steady at $6.3 million. The company achieved an operating profit of $0.5 million, compared to a loss in the previous quarter. Net income was $0.4 million or $0.01 per share, recovering from a loss in Q1 2020 but down from $1.5 million in Q2 2019.

AXT, Inc. (AXTI) will announce its Q2 2020 financial results on July 22, 2020, post-market close. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for the same day at 1:30 p.m. PT, accessible at (844) 892-6598 (passcode 2378158), and will also be available via simulcast on the company’s website. AXT is a manufacturer of high-performance semiconductor substrates, catering to markets such as 5G, data centers, and LEDs, with manufacturing facilities in China and partial ownership in ten local raw material producers.