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Himax Technologies, Inc. reports recurring developments as a fabless semiconductor solution provider focused on display imaging processing technologies. Company updates cover display driver ICs, timing controllers and touch controller products used in TVs, monitors, laptops, mobile phones, tablets, automotive displays, ePaper devices, industrial displays, projectors and AR or VR devices.
Recurring news themes include quarterly results and guidance, ADS dividend declarations, automotive display IC and Tcon demand, non-driver products, WiseEye ultralow-power endpoint AI, LCoS microdisplays, WLO optical technologies and OLED touch controller ICs. Product announcements often describe applications in smart home, surveillance, access control, smart glasses, smart cabin displays and advanced imaging.
Himax Technologies reported strong preliminary financial results for Q4 2020, with revenues reaching $275.8 million, a 14.9% quarterly increase and 57.6% year-over-year growth. Gross margin was 31.2%, surpassing previous guidance of 29% and marking a significant improvement. Earnings per diluted ADS also exceeded expectations, with IFRS earnings projected at 19.5 cents compared to prior guidance of 15.0-16.0 cents. The positive momentum is expected to continue into Q1 2021.
Himax Technologies (NASDAQ: HIMX) will participate in the Credit Suisse 2021 Greater China Technology and Internet Virtual Conference from January 6 to January 8, 2021. The company will host meetings with investors during this exclusive, invitation-only event. Himax is a leading semiconductor supplier specializing in display drivers and imaging processing technologies, boasting over 2,900 patents. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Tainan, Taiwan, Himax serves various consumer electronics markets globally.
Himax Technologies (NASDAQ: HIMX) announced a partnership with Edge Impulse to accelerate machine learning (ML) model development on the Himax HX6537-A WE-I Plus AI processor. This collaboration leverages Google TensorFlow Lite for Microcontrollers, yielding low-power, efficient solutions for motion detection, sound recognition, and image classification. The integration aims to enhance predictive maintenance and asset tracking applications while enabling easy deployment for developers. Upcoming webinars will provide further insights into TinyML and its applications in embedded development.
Himax Technologies (NASDAQ: HIMX) has launched the WE-I Plus EVB, an Endpoint AI Development Board, now available for purchase at SparkFun. This innovative board features Himax’s HX6537-A AI processor and HM0360 always-on image sensor, catering to developers focused on Endpoint AI applications. The WE-I Plus processor runs at 400MHz with ultra-low power consumption, making it suitable for various TinyML neural network models. It supports TensorFlow Lite for Microcontrollers and displays high efficiency in computer vision tasks.
Himax Technologies (NASDAQ: HIMX), a leader in semiconductor display drivers, will attend the Credit Suisse 24th Annual Virtual Technology Conference from November 30 to December 3, 2020. The company will hold one-on-one meetings with interested investors during this invitation-only event. Himax, which specializes in display imaging processing technologies, boasts over 2,900 patents and serves a wide range of consumer electronics markets. For additional details on the conference or to schedule meetings, interested parties are encouraged to contact Credit Suisse representatives.
Himax Technologies reported Q3 2020 earnings exceeding guidance across key metrics, including revenue of $239.9M, a 28.3% sequential increase. Gross margin reached 22.3%, up 130 bps QoQ, and IFRS profit per ADS was 4.9 cents, surpassing expectations. The company anticipates a 10% sequential revenue increase in Q4, driven by strong demand in monitors, notebooks, and tablets. Smartphone TDDI revenue is expected to grow significantly, despite ongoing foundry capacity constraints. Overall, Himax forecasts continued growth and margin improvement into 2021.
Himax Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: HIMX) announced a conference call to discuss its third quarter 2020 financial results on November 12, 2020, at 8:00 a.m. EST. Investors can join via dial-in at +1 (866) 444-9147 (U.S.) or +1 (678) 509-7569 (International), with conference ID 4408778. A replay will be available two hours post-call until November 20, 2020. Himax, based in Tainan, Taiwan, specializes in display drivers and semiconductor products for numerous electronic devices, holding 2,915 patents globally. The company emphasizes its leadership in display imaging technology.
Himax Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: HIMX) pre-announced strong preliminary financial results for Q3 2020, exceeding earlier guidance. Revenues reached $239.9 million, up 28.3% sequentially and 46.1% year-over-year. Gross margin improved to 22.3%, surpassing guidance, and EPS estimates exceeded expectations at approximately 4.9 cents (up 510% sequentially). Non-IFRS EPS was about 7.3 cents, a remarkable 625.9% increase sequentially. The company anticipates continued momentum in Q4 2020, with detailed financial updates planned for November.
Himax Technologies (NASDAQ: HIMX) announced its participation in the Jefferies Virtual Semiconductor Summit on September 1-2, 2020. The company will hold one-on-one meetings with investors during the event, which is by invitation only. Himax is a leading supplier of display drivers and semiconductor products, specializing in technologies for consumer electronics. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Tainan, Taiwan, Himax has over 2,926 patents and employs around 2,000 people across its offices worldwide.
Himax Technologies reported Q2 2020 revenues of $187.0 million, surpassing guidance by 1.3%. Despite a sequential decline in gross margin to 21.0%, profits exceeded expectations, with IFRS profit reaching $1.4 million. The company anticipates a 20% revenue increase in Q3 2020, driven by strong sales in tablet and smartphone markets. Challenges include a significant decline in traditional smartphone DDICs. The automotive segment maintains a positive long-term outlook. Himax plans to enhance gross margins and tackle foundry capacity shortages impacting growth.