10-QPeriod: Q1 FY2010

KLA CORP Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Sep 30, 2009

Filed October 30, 2009For Securities:KLAC

Summary

KLA Corporation (KLAC) reported revenues of $342.7 million for the third quarter of fiscal year 2010, a decrease of 36% compared to the same period in the prior year, reflecting the impact of the global economic downturn on customer capital spending. Despite the revenue decline, the company managed to achieve a net income of $20.4 million, or $0.12 per diluted share. This demonstrates resilience in profitability amidst challenging market conditions. The company maintained a strong liquidity position with $1.4 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities, underscoring its financial stability. Management highlighted an improvement in customer demand and factory utilization, leading to a sequential increase in product and service revenues compared to the previous quarter, suggesting a potential turn in the business cycle. Operating expenses were significantly reduced year-over-year, particularly in R&D and SG&A, largely due to cost-reduction initiatives, including workforce reductions. The company's gross margin also saw improvement sequentially due to higher revenues and better manufacturing capacity utilization. While the semiconductor industry remains cyclical and subject to global economic influences, KLA Corp's focus on advanced technology development and its strong financial footing position it to navigate potential market volatility and capitalize on future industry recovery.

Financial Highlights

29 data points
Beta

Revenue

$342.69M

49.8% Gross Margin

Net Income

$20.41M

6.0% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$0.01

Cash & Equivalents

$540.84M

Free Cash Flow

$69.61M

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$342.69M
Cost of Revenue$171.89M
Gross Profit$170.79M
R&D Expenses$78.21M
SG&A Expenses$77.64M
Operating Expenses$327.74M
Operating Income$14.95M
Interest Expense$13.46M
Net Income$20.41M
EPS (Basic)$0.01
EPS (Diluted)$0.01
Shares Outstanding (Basic)1.71B
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)1.73B

Key Highlights

  • 1Revenues for the quarter were $342.7 million, a 36% decrease year-over-year, impacted by the economic downturn.
  • 2Net income was $20.4 million, or $0.12 per diluted share, indicating profitability despite revenue decline.
  • 3The company ended the quarter with a robust liquidity position of $1.4 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities.
  • 4Sequential revenue growth was observed from the prior quarter, indicating improving demand and factory utilization.
  • 5Operating expenses, including R&D and SG&A, were significantly reduced year-over-year due to cost-saving measures.
  • 6Gross margin improved sequentially, supported by higher revenues and better manufacturing capacity utilization.
  • 7The company continues to invest in R&D for new technologies, essential for long-term competitiveness in the semiconductor industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

KLA Corp's revenue for the three months ended September 30, 2009, was $342.7 million, representing a significant decrease of 36% compared to $532.5 million for the same period in the prior year. This decline was primarily attributed to reduced capital spending by customers due to the weak semiconductor industry and the deteriorating macroeconomic environment.

As of September 30, 2009, KLA Corp maintained a strong liquidity position with $1.4 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities, an increase of $57.3 million from the previous quarter. This healthy balance provides financial flexibility.

While the report details prior year impairment charges (e.g., $272.1 million goodwill impairment in Q2 FY09) and ongoing restructuring costs, the specific quarter ending September 30, 2009, shows $0.58 million in new restructuring costs. The company noted that substantially all restructuring charges related to workforce reductions announced in November 2008 and March 2009 were expected to be paid out by the end of calendar year 2009.

KLA Corp holds $35.2 million in auction rate securities. While auctions failed for some of these securities in February 2008 due to illiquidity, the company has a settlement agreement with UBS AG to repurchase these securities at par value between June 30, 2010, and June 30, 2012. The company intends to exercise this put option and is accounting for the option as a freestanding financial instrument, valuing it at $2.4 million as of September 30, 2009.