Advanced Energy (NASDAQ: AEIS) lifts 2025 revenue 21% with higher margins
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Advanced Energy Industries reported strong fourth quarter and full-year 2025 results, driven by semiconductor and data center demand. Q4 2025 revenue was $489 million, up from $463 million in Q3 2025 and $415 million a year earlier, with GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations of $1.31. Non-GAAP diluted EPS was $1.94, above the prior quarter’s $1.74.
For 2025, revenue reached $1.80 billion, a 21% increase from $1.48 billion in 2024. GAAP net income from continuing operations rose to $149 million or $3.87 per diluted share, compared with $56 million or $1.49 in 2024, which included a one-time $15 million tax benefit and $30 million in restructuring charges. Non-GAAP net income was $245 million or $6.41 per diluted share, up from $140 million or $3.71.
The company generated $235 million of operating cash flow from continuing operations in 2025, repurchased $30 million of stock, and paid $15.6 million in dividends. Year-end cash and equivalents were $791 million and outstanding debt tied to 2028 convertible notes was $568 million. For Q1 2026, Advanced Energy guides revenue to $500 million ± $20 million, GAAP EPS from continuing operations to $1.44 ± $0.25, and non-GAAP EPS to $1.94 ± $0.25.
Positive
- Strong top-line growth: 2025 revenue reached $1.80 billion, a 21% increase from $1.48 billion in 2024, reflecting robust demand, especially in semiconductor and data center markets.
- Margin and earnings expansion: GAAP operating income rose to $168.0 million from $36.6 million, and non-GAAP net income increased to $245.0 million from $140.4 million, showing significant profitability improvement.
- Solid balance sheet and cash generation: 2025 operating cash flow from continuing operations was $234.7 million, year-end cash was $791.2 million, and the company returned capital via $30.2 million in buybacks and $15.6 million in dividends.
- Constructive outlook: Q1 2026 guidance calls for revenue of $500 million ± $20 million and non-GAAP EPS of $1.94 ± $0.25, indicating expectations for continued strength into 2026.
Negative
- None.
Insights
2025 delivered 21% revenue growth, sharp margin expansion, and strong Q1 2026 guidance.
Advanced Energy shows broad-based strength, with 2025 revenue of
Non-GAAP net income nearly doubled to
Guidance for Q1 2026 targets revenue around

