Photronics Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results
MWN-AI** Summary
Photronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLAB), a leading provider of photomask technologies, announced its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, ended August 3, 2025. The company reported revenues of $210.4 million, marking a slight decrease of 0.3% year-over-year and sequentially. Despite the drop in revenue, both overall profitability and earnings per share (EPS) exceeded expectations, with GAAP net income attributed to shareholders at $22.9 million, or $0.39 per diluted share. This figure reflects a significant decline from $34.4 million ($0.55 per diluted share) noted in the same quarter last year, yet shows improvement from $8.9 million ($0.15 per diluted share) in the prior quarter.
Non-GAAP net income attributable to shareholders was reported at $29.4 million, yielding a non-GAAP EPS of $0.51, consistent with the previous year and up from the second quarter’s $0.40. The Integrated Circuit (IC) segment saw revenues of $147.8 million, down 5%, while the Flat Panel Display (FPD) segment demonstrated a 14% revenue increase, totaling $62.6 million.
At the end of the quarter, Photronics had cash and cash equivalents totaling $575.8 million. The executive team, led by Chairman and CEO George Macricostas, emphasized their commitment to operational efficiency and the intent to diversify revenue streams geographically. The board also authorized a $25 million increase for share repurchases, highlighting their focus on returning value to shareholders.
For the upcoming fourth quarter, Photronics anticipates revenue between $201 million and $209 million, alongside projected non-GAAP EPS ranging from $0.42 to $0.48 per diluted share. A webcast discussing these results is scheduled for August 27, 2025.
MWN-AI** Analysis
Photronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLAB) has announced its third-quarter fiscal 2025 results, revealing a mixed performance in key financial metrics. While revenue slightly declined by 0.3% year-over-year and sequentially to $210.4 million, the company showcased notable operational resilience. The non-GAAP net income was $29.4 million, or $0.51 per diluted share, consistent with the third quarter of 2024. However, the GAAP net income of $22.9 million, translating to $0.39 per diluted share, reflected a decrease from $34.4 million or $0.55 per diluted share a year ago.
A more granular analysis indicates that the Integrated Circuit (IC) segment experienced a downturn, with revenues contracting by 5% both year-over-year and sequentially, amounting to $147.8 million. In contrast, the Flat Panel Display (FPD) segment revealed a robust performance, growing 14% to $62.6 million. This divergence underscores the significance of market trends within technology sectors.
The company remains strategically focused on operational efficiency and geographic revenue diversification, essential for long-term sustainability in revenue and earnings growth. Photronics’ robust liquidity position, evidenced by $575.8 million in cash and short-term investments, provides flexibility for future investments and buffer against market volatility.
Looking ahead, management anticipates a fourth-quarter revenue range of $201 million to $209 million and non-GAAP net income per diluted share between $0.42 and $0.48. These projections suggest a conservative outlook amid challenging market conditions for ICs.
Investors should consider these factors when deciding on positions in Photronics. While its strong investment in R&D and commitment to shareholder returns (including a recent $25 million increase in share repurchase authorization) are encouraging, the company must navigate the cyclical nature of its markets effectively. Caution may be advisable as performance can fluctuate and affect stock valuation.
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BROOKFIELD, Conn., Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Photronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLAB), a worldwide leader in photomask technologies and solutions, today reported financial results for its third quarter of fiscal year 2025 ended August 3, 2025.
Commenting on the third-quarter performance, Chairman and CEO George Macricostas said, "Photronics delivered very good results in our fiscal third quarter with revenue, profitability and EPS ahead of expectations. Looking ahead, we remain focused on operational efficiency to maintain our excellent standard of maximizing customer cycle times. We will further accelerate internal investment efforts to enhance geographic revenue diversification and position the company for sustained revenue and earnings growth.”
Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results
- Revenue was $210.4 million, down 0.3% year-over-year and 0.3% sequentially.
- GAAP Net income attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders was $22.9 million, or $0.39 per diluted share, compared with $34.4 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, in the third quarter of 2024 and $8.9 million, or $0.15 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2025.
- Non-GAAP Net income attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders was $29.4 million, or $0.51 per diluted share, compared with $31.9 million, or $0.51 per diluted share in the third quarter of 2024 and $24.3 million, or $0.40 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2025.
- IC revenue was $147.8 million, down 5% year-over-year and 5% sequentially.
- FPD revenue was $62.6 million, up 14% from the same quarter last year and 14% sequentially.
- Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments at the end of the quarter were $575.8 million, of which $396.8 million was associated with our Joint Ventures, of which we own 50%.
- Cash generated from operating activities was $50.1 million, cash invested in organic growth through capital expenditures was $24.8 million, and cash returned to shareholders through share repurchases was $20.7 million.
- The Board of Directors authorized an increase of $25.0 million to the share repurchase authorization.
Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2025 Guidance
For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, Photronics expects Revenue to be between $201 million and $209 million and non-GAAP Net income attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders to be between $0.42 and $0.48 per diluted share.
Webcast
A webcast to discuss these results is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Eastern time on August 27, 2025. The call will be broadcast live and on-demand on the Events and Presentations link on the Photronics website. Analysts and investors who wish to participate in the Q&A portion of the call should click here . It is suggested that participants register fifteen minutes prior to the call's scheduled start time.
About Photronics
Photronics is a leading worldwide manufacturer of integrated circuit (IC) and flat panel display (FPD) photomasks. High precision quartz plates that contain microscopic images of electronic circuits, photomasks are a key element in the IC and FPD manufacturing process. Founded in 1969, Photronics has been a trusted photomask supplier for over 56 years. The company operates 11 strategically located manufacturing facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America. Additional information on the company can be accessed at www.photronics.com .
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release constitute “forward-looking statements” regarding our industry, our strategic position, and our financial and operating results. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially. Please refer to Item 1A “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2024 and other subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These documents contain and identify important factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those contained in these forward-looking statements. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements. We are under no duty to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this release to conform these statements to actual results.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Non-GAAP Net Income attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders and non-GAAP diluted earnings per share attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders, are "non-GAAP financial measures" as such term is defined by Regulation G of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and may differ from similarly named non-GAAP financial measures used by other companies. The attached financial supplement reconciles Photronics, Inc. financial results under GAAP to non-GAAP financial information. We believe these non-GAAP financial measures that exclude certain items are useful for analysts and investors to evaluate our on-going performance because they enable a more meaningful comparison of our projected performance with our historical results. These non-GAAP metrics are not a measure of consolidated operating results under U.S. GAAP and should not be considered as an alternative to Net income (loss), Net income (loss) per share, or any other measure of consolidated results under U.S. GAAP. The items excluded from these non-GAAP metrics, but included in the calculation of their closest GAAP equivalent, are significant components of the condensed consolidated statement of income and must be considered in performing a comprehensive assessment of overall financial performance. Please refer to the non-GAAP reconciliations below.
| PHOTRONICS, INC. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| (in thousands, except per share amounts) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| (Unaudited) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Three Months Ended | Nine Months Ended | |||||||||||||||||||||
| August 3, | May 4, | July 28, | August 3, | July 28, | ||||||||||||||||||
| 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | 2025 | 2024 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Revenue | $ | 210,394 | $ | 210,992 | $ | 210,984 | $ | 633,524 | $ | 644,318 | ||||||||||||
| Cost of goods sold | 139,539 | 133,086 | 135,846 | 409,228 | 410,674 | |||||||||||||||||
| Gross Profit | 70,855 | 77,906 | 75,138 | 224,296 | 233,644 | |||||||||||||||||
| Gross margin % | 33.7 | % | 36.9 | % | 35.6 | % | 35.4 | % | 36.3 | % | ||||||||||||
| Operating Expenses: | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Selling, general and administrative | 18,423 | 18,099 | 19,436 | 55,624 | 56,753 | |||||||||||||||||
| Research and development | 4,271 | 4,090 | 3,555 | 12,618 | 11,291 | |||||||||||||||||
| Total Operating Expenses | 22,694 | 22,189 | 22,991 | 68,242 | 68,044 | |||||||||||||||||
| Other operating gain | - | - | 1 | - | 90 | |||||||||||||||||
| Operating Income | 48,161 | 55,717 | 52,148 | 156,054 | 165,690 | |||||||||||||||||
| Operating Margin | 22.9 | % | 26.4 | % | 24.7 | % | 24.6 | % | 25.7 | % | ||||||||||||
| Non-operating (loss) income, net | (9,428 | ) | (25,786 | ) | 10,145 | (10,232 | ) | 26,931 | ||||||||||||||
| Income Before Income Tax Provision | 38,733 | 29,931 | 62,293 | 145,822 | 192,621 | |||||||||||||||||
| Income tax provision | 9,594 | 5,714 | 14,124 | 34,209 | 48,998 | |||||||||||||||||
| Net Income | 29,139 | 24,217 | 48,169 | 111,613 | 143,623 | |||||||||||||||||
| Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests | 6,248 | 15,356 | 13,781 | 37,009 | 46,804 | |||||||||||||||||
| Net income attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders | $ | 22,891 | $ | 8,861 | $ | 34,388 | $ | 74,604 | $ | 96,819 | ||||||||||||
| Earnings per share attributed to Photronics, Inc. shareholders: | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Basic | $ | 0.40 | $ | 0.15 | $ | 0.56 | $ | 1.24 | $ | 1.57 | ||||||||||||
| Diluted | $ | 0.39 | $ | 0.15 | $ | 0.55 | $ | 1.23 | $ | 1.55 | ||||||||||||
| Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding: | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Basic | 57,937 | 60,793 | 61,815 | 60,274 | 61,681 | |||||||||||||||||
| Diluted | 58,068 | 60,974 | 62,414 | 60,567 | 62,369 | |||||||||||||||||
| PHOTRONICS, INC. | ||||||||
| Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets | ||||||||
| (in thousands) | ||||||||
| (Unaudited) | ||||||||
| August 3, | October 31, | |||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Assets | ||||||||
| Current assets: | ||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ | 479,521 | $ | 598,485 | ||||
| Short-term investments | 96,277 | 42,184 | ||||||
| Accounts receivable | 190,875 | 200,830 | ||||||
| Inventories | 63,490 | 56,527 | ||||||
| Other current assets | 42,073 | 33,036 | ||||||
| Total current assets | 872,236 | 931,062 | ||||||
| Property, plant and equipment, net | 838,988 | 745,257 | ||||||
| Other assets | 41,541 | 35,740 | ||||||
| Total assets | $ | 1,752,765 | $ | 1,712,059 | ||||
| Liabilities and Equity | ||||||||
| Current liabilities: | ||||||||
| Current portion of long-term debt | $ | 11 | $ | 17,972 | ||||
| Accounts payable and accrued liabilities | 174,914 | 165,839 | ||||||
| Total current liabilities | 174,925 | 183,811 | ||||||
| Long-term debt | 16 | 25 | ||||||
| Other liabilities | 39,824 | 47,464 | ||||||
| Equity: | ||||||||
| Photronics, Inc. shareholders' equity | 1,125,551 | 1,120,864 | ||||||
| Noncontrolling interests | 412,449 | 359,895 | ||||||
| Total equity | 1,538,000 | 1,480,759 | ||||||
| Total liabilities and equity | $ | 1,752,765 | $ | 1,712,059 | ||||
| PHOTRONICS, INC. | ||||||||||||
| Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows | ||||||||||||
| (in thousands) | ||||||||||||
| (Unaudited) | ||||||||||||
| Nine Months Ended | ||||||||||||
| August 3, | July 28, | |||||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||||||
| Cash flows from operating activities: | ||||||||||||
| Net income | $ | 111,613 | $ | 143,623 | ||||||||
| Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash | ||||||||||||
| provided by operating activities: | ||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 59,234 | 61,613 | ||||||||||
| Share-based compensation | 10,003 | 9,841 | ||||||||||
| Changes in operating assets, liabilities and other | (20,876 | ) | (22,003 | ) | ||||||||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | 159,974 | 193,074 | ||||||||||
| Cash flows from investing activities: | ||||||||||||
| Purchases of property, plant and equipment | (120,588 | ) | (87,733 | ) | ||||||||
| Purchases of short-term investments | (96,571 | ) | (100,558 | ) | ||||||||
| Proceeds from maturities of short-term investments | 42,148 | 44,696 | ||||||||||
| Government incentives | 1,469 | 1,541 | ||||||||||
| Other | (57 | ) | (4 | ) | ||||||||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (173,599 | ) | (142,058 | ) | ||||||||
| Cash flows from financing activities: | ||||||||||||
| Repayments of debt | (17,969 | ) | (4,500 | ) | ||||||||
| Common stock repurchases | (97,422 | ) | - | |||||||||
| Proceeds from share-based arrangements | 2,120 | 1,074 | ||||||||||
| Net settlements of restricted stock awards | (2,013 | ) | (3,002 | ) | ||||||||
| Net cash used in financing activities | (115,284 | ) | (6,428 | ) | ||||||||
| Effects of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash | 10,129 | (6,454 | ) | |||||||||
| Net (decrease) increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash | (118,780 | ) | 38,134 | |||||||||
| Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, beginning of period | 601,243 | 501,867 | ||||||||||
| Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, end of period | $ | 482,463 | $ | 540,001 | ||||||||
| PHOTRONICS, INC. | ||||||||||||
| Reconciliation of GAAP Net income and Earnings per Share attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders to Non-GAAP Net income and Earnings per Share attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders | ||||||||||||
| (in thousands, except per share amounts) | ||||||||||||
| (Unaudited) | ||||||||||||
| Three Months ended | ||||||||||||
| August 3, | May 4, | July 28, | ||||||||||
| 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | ||||||||||
| GAAP Net income attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders | $ | 22,891 | $ | 8,861 | $ | 34,388 | ||||||
| FX (gain) loss | 14,258 | 31,111 | (4,068 | ) | ||||||||
| Estimated tax effects of FX (gain) loss | (3,663 | ) | (8,337 | ) | 914 | |||||||
| Estimated noncontrolling interest effects of above | (4,130 | ) | (7,376 | ) | 681 | |||||||
| Non-GAAP Net income attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders | $ | 29,356 | $ | 24,259 | $ | 31,915 | ||||||
| Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding - Diluted | 58,068 | 60,974 | 62,414 | |||||||||
| GAAP Diluted earnings per share attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders | $ | 0.39 | $ | 0.15 | $ | 0.55 | ||||||
| Effects of non-GAAP adjustments above | 0.12 | 0.25 | (0.04 | ) | ||||||||
| Non-GAAP Diluted earnings per share attributable to Photronics, Inc. shareholders | $ | 0.51 | $ | 0.40 | $ | 0.51 | ||||||
For Further Information:
Ted Moreau
VP, Investor Relations
469.395.8175
tmoreau@photronics.com
FAQ**
What strategies is Photronics Inc. (PLAB) implementing to enhance geographic revenue diversification and drive sustained revenue growth amidst the slight decline in revenue year-over-year?
2. With cash generated from operating activities at $50.1 million and capital expenditures of $24.8 million, how does Photronics Inc. (PLAB) plan to balance internal investments and shareholder returns, considering the recent share repurchase increase?
3. Given the expected revenue guidance for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, how does Photronics Inc. (PLAB) plan to address the 5% year-over-year decline in IC revenue while maintaining profitability?
4. As Photronics Inc. (PLAB) remains focused on operational efficiency, what specific measures are being taken to maximize customer cycle times, especially in light of recent fluctuating income figures?
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