On Semiconductr Stock Price, News & Analysis

ON Semiconductor Corporation (Nasdaq: ON) reported its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2020 results. Fourth quarter revenue reached $1,446.3 million, marking a 3% increase year-over-year. The company posted a GAAP diluted EPS of $0.21 and a Non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.35, both up from last year. Automotive revenue hit a record $491 million. Operating cash flow rose to $884.3 million, while free cash flow increased to $500.7 million. For Q1 2021, the company anticipates revenue between $1,410 and $1,510 million.

ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ON) announces the appointment of Thad Trent as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective February 16, 2021. Trent, a 30-year finance veteran, previously served as CFO at Cypress Semiconductor, leading revenue growth from $723 million to $2.5 billion. Bernard Gutmann, the outgoing CFO, will retire after nearly four decades, transitioning to an advisory role until April 2021. The company also welcomes Dr. Wei-Chung Wang as executive vice president of manufacturing and operations following Bill Schromm's retirement.

ON Semiconductor has launched the Quuppa Intelligent Locating System, utilizing the RSL10 System on Chip (SoC) to enhance indoor asset tracking with Direction Finding and Angle of Arrival technologies. This solution supports real-time tracking with centimeter-level accuracy, operating at 50 updates per second. It is part of a broader asset management ecosystem, including partnerships for Bluetooth tags and beacons. This innovation aims to improve operational efficiencies across various industries, addressing the growing demand for Real-Time Locating Systems (RTLS).

ON Semiconductor Corporation (Nasdaq: ON) will announce its financial results for Q4 2020 on February 1, 2021, before the market opens. Following the announcement, a conference call will be held at 9 a.m. EST. Investors can join via webcast or teleconference. The company specializes in energy-efficient semiconductor solutions across various applications, including automotive and industrial sectors.

ON Semiconductor announced the appointment of Gregory L. Waters and Bruce E. Kiddoo to its Board of Directors, effective December 17, 2020. Waters, an experienced semiconductor executive, previously served as CEO of Integrated Device Technology, while Kiddoo brings 25 years of financial expertise from Maxim Integrated and Broadcom. Emmanuel T. Hernandez is retiring after 18 years on the Board. The Chairman expressed excitement over the new appointments, emphasizing their potential to enhance the company's strategic direction and shareholder value.

ON Semiconductor has announced the appointment of Hassane El-Khoury as the new president and CEO, effective December 7, 2020. This change follows Keith Jackson's retirement after leading the company through significant growth, expanding from $1.2 billion to $5.5 billion. El-Khoury, previously the CEO of Cypress Semiconductor, aims to enhance ON's position in automotive, industrial, and IoT markets. The transition is expected to reinforce stakeholder value and financial performance while Jackson remains as an advisor until May 2021 for a smooth leadership handover.

ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ON) has partnered with Theta Power Systems International to enhance motor control solutions for applications transitioning to brushless DC (BLDC) motors. This collaboration aims to address the significant energy consumption of traditional motors, which account for approximately 45% of global electricity use. The two companies will develop hardware and software solutions that promote efficiency in HVAC, appliances, and pool pumps, aligning with regulatory demands for reduced energy usage. This partnership is expected to accelerate the adoption of three-phase BLDC technology, enhancing customer market reach and reducing engineering costs.

ON Semiconductor has launched its advanced Motor Development Kit (MDK), aimed at enhancing energy-efficient motor control solutions from 1 kW to over 10 kW. Electric motors, which consume over half the power generated in industrialized countries, often operate at an average efficiency of just 44%. The MDK includes a Universal Controller Board and various Power Boards, facilitating flexible motor control evaluation. Key components like the Zynq-7000 SoC from Xilinx enhance its capabilities. The first two Power Boards will be available in Q4 2020, with more planned for Q1 2021.