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BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (“Besi”), whose Level 1 ADRs trade on the OTC markets under the symbol BESIY, regularly publishes detailed news releases on its business performance and market environment. These announcements focus on its role as a manufacturer of semiconductor assembly equipment and supplier of advanced packaging solutions to the semiconductor and electronics industries.
On this page, readers can follow BESIY news centered on quarterly and annual financial results, including revenue, orders, gross margin, operating income and net income metrics prepared under IFRS. Besi’s releases often provide commentary on demand trends in computing, data center and AI-related applications, as well as conditions in mobile, automotive, industrial and other mainstream assembly markets.
The company’s news flow also covers topics such as advanced packaging developments in wafer level and substrate assembly, hybrid bonding and photonics applications. In its communications, Besi highlights order patterns for AI-related computing, 2.5D and 3D assembly, and reports on bookings from semiconductor manufacturers, foundries and assembly subcontractors. Investors can also see updates on share repurchase programs, proposed dividends and capital structure items such as convertible notes and senior notes, as described in the company’s result announcements.
For followers of BESIY, these news items provide insight into how Besi’s assembly equipment business is affected by semiconductor cycles, AI-related investment, smartphone and automotive demand, and broader macro and trade conditions as discussed by management. Reviewing the sequence of quarterly releases helps investors and analysts understand the company’s positioning in advanced packaging markets and its financial performance over time.
BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (Besi) reported Q1-23 revenue of €133.4 million, down 3.1% from Q4-22 and down 34.1% year-over-year, reflecting industry weakness, particularly in computing markets. Orders fell 21.3% from Q4-22 to €142.0 million, with a 30.7% decline versus Q1-22. Gross margin improved to 64.2%, up 1.9 points from Q4-22, due to favorable product mix and cost initiatives. Net income was €34.5 million, a 14.2% decrease sequentially, primarily due to increased share-based compensation. Despite challenges, the outlook for Q2-23 anticipates a revenue growth of 15-25% compared to Q1-23. Besi maintains a strong cash position with €644.9 million in cash and deposits, reflecting a decrease of 7.4% year-over-year due to significant capital allocations to shareholders.
BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (Besi) reported Q4-22 revenue of €137.7 million, down 18.4% from Q3-22 and 19.8% year-over-year, attributed to reduced shipments for high-performance computing and mobile markets. Orders surged 44.1% sequentially to €180.5 million, boosted by high-end smartphone applications. Full-year 2022 revenue was €722.9 million, a 3.5% decrease compared to 2021, while net income fell 14.8% to €240.6 million. A proposed dividend of €2.85 per share reflects a 93% payout ratio. The company expects Q1-23 revenue to decline 0-10% amid ongoing market challenges.
BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (Besi) reported Q3-22 results with revenue of €168.8 million, down 21.1% from Q2-22 and 19.0% year-over-year. Net income decreased by 24.2% to €57.3 million, attributed to reduced demand from Chinese subcontractors and lower mobile application shipments. YTD-22 revenue rose 1.3% to €585.1 million, while net income fell 6.9%. Orders plunged 34.4% year-to-date due to market softness. Despite a challenging environment, gross margin improved to 62.3%. Looking ahead, Q4-22 revenue is projected to decrease 15-25% compared to Q3-22.
BESI reported Q2-22 revenue of €214.0 million, a 5.7% increase from Q1-22, and net income of €75.6 million, up 12.0% sequentially. Year-over-year, revenue declined by 5.4% due to lower demand for high-end smartphones. Orders fell 25.2% from Q1-22 to €153.1 million, driven by weakened market conditions. Despite a net income increase of 12.0% over Q1-22, it was down 19.1% compared to Q2-21. BESI announced a new €300 million share repurchase program starting August 2022. The outlook for Q3-22 predicts a 20-30% revenue decrease, reflecting current market conditions.
Besi reported Q1-22 revenue of €202.4 million, a 41.3% increase year-over-year, driven by strong demand in high-performance computing (HPC) and automotive sectors. Net income also rose 79.5% to €67.5 million. Orders reached €204.8 million, up 1.1% from Q4-21 but down 37.4% from Q1-21 due to decreased mobile application demand. Gross margin improved to 60.1%. The company plans to increase share repurchases from €15 million to €25 million per quarter, reflecting confidence in cash flow generation. For Q2-22, revenue is expected to grow by ~10%.
Besi reported strong Q4-21 results with revenue of €171.7 million, up 56.5% year-over-year, and net income of €67.1 million, reflecting a 50.4% increase. The company faced challenges due to a flood at its Malaysian facility, leading to a 17.6% revenue decline from Q3-21. FY-21 results also showed significant growth: revenue rose 72.8% to €749.3 million, while net income increased 113.5% to €282.4 million. Proposed dividends of €3.33 per share represent a 95.9% increase from 2020, indicating strong cash flow and shareholder returns.
BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (Besi) reported Q3-21 revenue of €208.3 million, up 92.3% from Q3-20, but down 7.9% from Q2-21, consistent with prior guidance. Net income reached €84.2 million, a 147.6% increase year-over-year, yet a 9.9% decrease from Q2-21. Orders rose 4.5% quarter-on-quarter and 120.4% year-on-year to €209.2 million, driven by demand for hybrid bonding and automotive applications. Year-to-date figures showed strong growth with revenue of €577.6 million, net income of €215.3 million, and net cash of €287.8 million, reflecting solid cash flow and operational efficiency.
BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (Besi) reported strong Q2-21 results, with revenue reaching €226.1 million, a 57.9% increase from Q1-21, and a net income of €93.5 million, up 148.7%. Q2-21 revenue also exceeded expectations due to heightened demand, particularly in high-end mobile applications. For H1-21, revenue was €369.3 million, up 71.3% year-over-year, with net income of €131.1 million. Orders totaled €200.2 million, reflecting a decline from record Q1-21, but a 97.6% increase versus Q2-20. The company increased its share repurchase program to €185 million, extending it to October 2022.
BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (Besi) reported Q1-2021 revenues of €143.2 million, a 30.5% increase from Q4-2020 and a 56.8% rise from Q1-2020, driven by high-end mobile applications. Orders reached €327.1 million, up 107.9% from Q4-2020 and 175.8% from Q1-2020. Despite net income falling to €37.6 million due to a lack of prior tax benefits and increased share-based compensation, it still represents a 170.5% increase from the previous year. Looking ahead, Q2-2021 revenue is projected to grow by 30-40%.
BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (BESIY) reported record orders of €327 million for Q1-21, reflecting a 108% increase compared to Q4-20 and 176% compared to Q1-20. The surge in demand was driven by high-end smartphone applications, automotive applications, and logic devices for high-performance computing. Total orders for the six-month period were €484 million, a 121% increase year-on-year. Revenue and operating profit are expected to align with prior guidance. Full results to be reported on April 30, 2021.
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