Keysight Technologies Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has completed the acquisition of Sanjole, a leader in 4G and 5G protocol decoding solutions. This acquisition aims to enhance Keysight's portfolio by providing integrated solutions that troubleshoot complex communication systems. Sanjole's technology complements Keysight's offerings for modem, chipset, and RAN customers, facilitating faster debugging and deployment. The acquisition is aligned with Keysight's commitment to advancing 5G technology. This transaction does not materially impact Keysight's fiscal guidance for 2021.

Keysight Technologies reported strong financial results for Q1 2021, with revenue of $1.18 billion, up 8% year-over-year, surpassing expectations. The company achieved orders growth of 7% to $1.22 billion. GAAP net income increased to $172 million or $0.92 per share, while non-GAAP net income rose to $270 million or $1.43 per share. The Communications Solutions Group generated $852 million in revenue, and the Electronic Industrial Solutions Group reported $328 million, an 18% increase. Keysight expects Q2 revenue to range between $1.19 billion and $1.21 billion.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has announced the establishment of the industry’s first 5G new radio (NR) data connection using 3GPP Release 16 specifications. This significant milestone enhances capabilities like ultra-reliable low latency communications (URLLC), vital for various sectors including IIoT and public safety. Keysight's 5G Protocol R&D Toolset facilitates design validation for chipset makers, ensuring efficient integration of 5G technology. The company reported revenues of $4.2 billion in fiscal year 2020, underlining its position in the global technology landscape.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has announced the launch of its AresONE-S 400GE test system, designed for network equipment manufacturers and data center operators. This system supports testing of complex, mixed 400 gigabit Ethernet (GE) and lower-speed networks, enabling detection of data transmission errors at various speeds. The AresONE-S offers a 6.4 Tbps load capability and can synchronize multiple systems for testing up to 25.6 Tbps devices.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has launched the i7090 massively parallel board test system, designed to enhance testing efficiency on printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA). This new technology offers up to 20 parallel cores, significantly improving test throughput while reducing costs associated with traditional systems that support only four cores. The i7090 features a compact design, with a width of 600 mm, and incorporates modern automation and analytics, aiming to accelerate time-to-market for high-volume PCBA manufacturing.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) announced enhancements to its Eggplant Digital Automation Intelligence (DAI) platform, which automates testing for high-speed applications. The new features include enhanced self-healing test assets that use AI for cost-effective maintenance, and Interactive Insights that deliver data on user experiences, improving application performance in areas like gaming and medical systems. The platform is the first of its kind to integrate computer vision for real-time testing of iOS applications, with plans to expand to other operating systems in the future.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) and Transphorm, Inc. (OTCQB: TGAN) have launched a new power supply reference design aimed at optimizing power conversion using gallium nitride (GaN) technology. This design allows engineers to identify and rectify errors before hardware production, reducing costs and expediting market entry. The collaboration leverages Keysight’s PathWave Advanced Design System, which offers pre-compliance analysis through virtual prototypes, enhancing design efficacy while minimizing physical prototyping challenges. This innovative design addresses the growing demand for efficient switched-mode power supplies.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) announced its support for a leading number of 5G NR RF and protocol conformance test cases mandated by the Global Certification Forum (GCF). The company's 5G network emulation platform enables validation for 5G devices across 20 different form factors, enhancing the market introduction of new products. Keysight’s solutions support comprehensive RF and protocol testing across 4G and 5G, streamlining validation processes. The latest RF demodulation test cases are crucial for optimizing connectivity and bandwidth in 5G devices, ensuring compliance with GCF specifications.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) announced that Xilinx has chosen its O-RAN radio unit (O-RU) test tools for developing massive multiple input multiple output (MMIMO) reference designs. This collaboration aims to ensure compliance with O-RAN standards. The test environment was demonstrated at a Plugfest event in 2020. With the trend towards open RAN solutions, projected spending in this area is set to reach $32 billion by 2026. Keysight's integrated test solutions will facilitate the advancement of O-RAN compliance testing.