Summary
KLA Corporation (KLAC) reported a strong fiscal year 2025, with total revenues increasing by 24% to $12.16 billion, driven primarily by robust demand in the Semiconductor Process Control segment, particularly from leading-edge foundries investing in AI infrastructure and advanced packaging. The company also saw a significant 15% increase in service revenues, reflecting growth in its installed base. Despite geopolitical and trade headwinds, KLA managed to improve its gross margin to 60.9% through increased revenue volume and effective cost management. KLA continued its commitment to returning capital to shareholders, with $2.15 billion in share repurchases and $904.6 million in dividends paid out during the fiscal year.
Financial Highlights
53 data points| Revenue | $12.16B |
| Cost of Revenue | $4.75B |
| Gross Profit | $7.40B |
| R&D Expenses | $1.36B |
| SG&A Expenses | $1.03B |
| Net Income | $4.06B |
| EPS (Basic) | $30.53 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $30.37 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 133.03M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 133.75M |
Key Highlights
- 1Total revenues increased by 24% to $12.16 billion in fiscal year 2025, driven by strong demand in Semiconductor Process Control.
- 2Service revenues grew by 15%, indicating a growing installed base and recurring revenue streams.
- 3Gross margin improved to 60.9% from 60.0% in the prior year, attributed to higher revenue volume and cost management.
- 4The company repurchased $2.15 billion of its common stock and paid $904.6 million in dividends, demonstrating a commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
- 5Revenue from China decreased to 33% of total revenues, down from 43% in the prior year, impacted by U.S. export controls, while Taiwan saw increased investment, contributing significantly to revenue growth.
- 6The company incurred goodwill and intangible asset impairment charges totaling $239.1 million in fiscal year 2025, primarily related to its PCB business.
- 7Research and Development expenses increased by 6% to $1.36 billion, reflecting continued investment in innovation.