Vishay Intertech Stock Price, News & Analysis

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) has launched a new Automotive Grade through-hole inductor, the IHXL-1500VZ-5A, designed for high current applications. This inductor features a saturation current of 420 A and a compact 1500 case size, offering a 30% reduction in inductance. It supports up to 235 A of continuous DC current and operates at temperatures up to +155 °C. The device is RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and has high resistance to thermal and mechanical shocks. Samples are available now with lead times of eight to ten weeks.

Vishay Intertechnology has launched an innovative series of surface-mount ceramic disc safety capacitors - the SMDY1 series. These devices feature an industry-first Y1 rating of 500 VAC and 1500 VDC, delivering a capacitance of up to 4.7 nF. Designed for high humidity environments, they comply with Class IIB humidity standards. The capacitors support surface-mount assembly, reducing production costs compared to traditional models. Initial samples will be available in Q1 2021 with a lead time of 10 weeks.

Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) announced a dividend of $0.095 per share for common and Class B stock, payable on March 30, 2021, to shareholders on record as of March 17, 2021. This decision, made by the Board of Directors, reflects Vishay's ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders. The company is a leading manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and passive components, essential in various sectors, including automotive and industrial. Future dividends will require Board approval.

Vishay Intertechnology has enhanced its ACAS 0606 AT and ACAS 0612 AT precision Automotive Grade thin film chip resistor arrays, now featuring higher resistance ratios up to 1:100 and operating voltages of up to 100 V. These innovations provide designers with greater flexibility for voltage divider applications and a five-fold amplification factor increase. The devices have excellent high-temperature performance, high moisture resistivity, and robust environmental capabilities, making them suitable for automotive electronics, audio equipment, and industrial applications.

Vishay Intertechnology expands its optoelectronics portfolio with the launch of the VEMD8081, a high-speed silicon PIN photodiode designed for enhanced sensitivity to visible and infrared light. This device, measuring 4.8 mm by 2.5 mm and featuring a low profile of 0.48 mm, offers a typical reverse light current of 33 µA, marking a 15% increase over the previous model. It is ideal for wearable health devices, improving heart rate and SpO2 measurements. Production is available with a 10-week lead time.

Vishay Intertechnology has launched a new video detailing its Automotive Grade standard for electronic components aimed at achieving zero defects, incidents, and failures. This standard is vital for automotive applications, including advancements in electric vehicles and safety systems. It emphasizes rigorous testing and quality control throughout the design and manufacturing processes. Components that meet these standards are marked with the Automotive Grade stamp on their datasheets, ensuring reliability in critical automotive applications.

Vishay Intertechnology has launched a new AEC-Q200 qualified NTC thermistor, the NTCLE350E4, capable of withstanding high temperatures up to +185 °C. This device features nickel-iron leads and a thermal gradient of less than 0.01 K/K, ensuring precise temperature measurements with a response time of just 6 seconds in air. The NTCLE350E4 is designed for various automotive applications including engine coolant and exhaust gas recirculation sensors. Samples and production quantities are available now, with lead times of 12 weeks.

Vishay Intertechnology reported Q4 revenues of $667 million, with a gross margin of 22.8% and EPS of $0.26, reflecting a recovery from Q3. However, revenues for the full year 2020 were $2,501.9 million, down from $2,668.3 million in 2019. Free cash flow for the year was $192 million. The company projects Q1 2021 revenues between $705 million and $745 million with a gross margin of approximately 25%. Adjusted EPS for Q4 was $0.28, down from $0.92 in 2019, indicating financial challenges amidst the pandemic.

Vishay Intertechnology has announced an extension to its NCW AT family of chip resistors, introducing the NCW 0612 AT devices. These resistors are designed for automotive and industrial applications, featuring a power dissipation capability of up to 1 W and resistance values as low as 0.10 Ω. The new line offers high temperature performance, stability, and robustness, with operating temperatures reaching 175 °C. Samples are available now, with production lead times of nine weeks.