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Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (SIMO) is a semiconductor company focused on NAND flash controllers and SSD solutions, and it frequently issues news related to its storage controller portfolio, financial performance, and capital markets activity. The company describes itself as the global leader in supplying NAND flash controllers for solid state storage devices and reports that it ships more SSD controllers than any other company in the world for servers, PCs and other client devices. Its news flow reflects this position, with regular updates on product introductions, AI and enterprise storage initiatives, and embedded storage controllers for smartphones, IoT devices, automotive systems, and industrial applications.
On this page, readers can follow Silicon Motion’s announcements about quarterly financial results, earnings conference calls, and business outlook commentary. The company’s releases often detail trends in SSD controller sales, eMMC+UFS controller sales, and SSD solutions sales, as well as discussions of GAAP and non-GAAP metrics, dividend declarations, and share repurchase authorizations. These updates provide insight into how its storage controller business is performing across consumer, enterprise, automotive, industrial, and data center markets.
Silicon Motion also uses news releases to highlight new controller platforms and collaborations. Recent communications have described PCIe Gen5 enterprise SSD controllers, the MonTitan platform, and AI-focused storage solutions for hyperscale data centers and nearline SSDs, along with demonstrations at industry events and partnerships with server and storage vendors. Investors and industry watchers can use the SIMO news feed to track developments in its controller roadmap, participation in technology and investor conferences, and commentary on market conditions and risk factors.
For ongoing coverage of SIMO, this news page aggregates the company’s press releases and related updates so readers can monitor its storage controller business, product diversification, and strategic direction over time.
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (SIMO) announces its quarterly cash dividend of $0.50 per ADS, equating to $0.125 per ordinary share. This will be distributed on August 25, 2022, to shareholders who are on record by August 11, 2022. The company had previously declared an annual dividend of $2.00 per ADS. Future dividends are contingent upon the Board's assessment of shareholder interests and compliance with legal obligations. Silicon Motion is a leader in NAND flash controllers, serving various sectors including consumer and industrial markets.
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (SIMO) will release its Q2 2022 financial results on July 27, 2022, after market close. The company has stated it will not hold an earnings call due to the pending merger with MaxLinear. No additional financial updates or guidance will be provided beyond the earnings release. All significant information related to the merger will be disclosed in future press releases or SEC filings.
MaxLinear, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXL) announced the expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act regarding its acquisition of Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NASDAQ: SIMO). The deal involves a cash and stock transaction where shareholders of Silicon Motion will receive $93.54 in cash and 0.388 shares of MaxLinear common stock for each American Depositary Share, with equivalent amounts for ordinary shares. The waiting period ended on June 27, 2022, but final closing depends on customary conditions including shareholder approval and regulatory clearance in China.
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NASDAQ: SIMO) announced the expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act regarding its acquisition by MaxLinear, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXL). Each American Depositary Share (ADS) will receive $93.54 in cash and 0.388 shares of MaxLinear common stock, while each ordinary share will receive $23.385 in cash and 0.097 shares of common stock. Closing is contingent on shareholder approval and regulatory approval from China.
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NasdaqGS: SIMO) announced its participation in the Automotive Technologies Virtual Conference on May 12, 2022. The company's automotive project manager will deliver a webinar on "Advanced Storage Solutions for Automotive Applications," focusing on high-performance storage solutions designed for the evolving automotive market. Silicon Motion's automotive products include AEC-Q100 Grade 2/3 controllers and single-chip solutions for in-vehicle infotainment, navigation, and autonomous driving, emphasizing performance, reliability, and safety.
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (SIMO) reported Q1 2022 net sales of $242 million, down 8% quarter-over-quarter but up 33% year-over-year. Gross margin was 52.1%, exceeding expectations. SSD controller sales fell 15-20% Q/Q but rose 25-30% Y/Y. The company repurchased $100 million in ADSs, returning $150 million to shareholders since the program's inception. Despite operational challenges, the CEO expressed optimism about growth prospects, particularly in PCIe Gen 4 and Gen 5 controllers and expanding OEM pipelines.
MaxLinear, Inc. (MXL) has announced its acquisition of Silicon Motion (SIMO) in a deal valued at $3.8 billion. This cash and stock transaction provides SIMO shareholders with $93.54 in cash and 0.388 shares of MXL per ADS, representing a 48% premium. The merger creates a semiconductor company with over $2 billion in annual revenue and expands MXL's total addressable market to $15 billion. The combined entity is expected to generate $100 million in annual synergies and enhance operating income, margin, and cash flows, leveraging technologies across various growth sectors.
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (SIMO) has confirmed its quarterly cash dividend of US$0.50 per ADS, equivalent to US$0.125 per ordinary share. This dividend is part of an annual dividend of US$2.00 per ADS, declared on October 25, 2021. The next installment will be paid on May 26, 2022, to shareholders on record as of May 12, 2022. Future dividend payments are subject to the Board’s determination that they are in the best interests of shareholders and compliant with applicable laws.
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (SIMO) has announced preliminary results for Q1 2022, projecting revenue growth slightly above its original guidance of $225 million to $238 million. Expected gross margin (non-GAAP) stands at around 52%, exceeding the prior estimate of 49.5% to 51.5%. The official financial results will be released on May 4, followed by a conference call on May 5, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. ET.
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (SIMO) reported its 4Q 2021 financial results, with net sales reaching $264.4 million, a 4% increase quarter-over-quarter and a 84% rise year-over-year. The company achieved a full-year revenue of $922.1 million, up 71% year-over-year. Fourth-quarter earnings per diluted ADS were $1.73 (GAAP) and $1.90 (non-GAAP). Notably, SSD controller sales hit a record high, increasing 15%-20% quarter-over-quarter. The Board declared a 43% increase in annual dividends to $2.00 per ADS and announced a new $200 million share repurchase program.
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