Summary
KLA Corp. (KLAC) reported solid financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2018, with total revenues increasing by 13% year-over-year to $1.09 billion. Net income saw a significant jump of 41% to $395.9 million, translating to a diluted EPS of $2.54, up from $1.78 in the prior year's quarter. This performance was driven by strong demand in product revenues, particularly from China and Taiwan, and robust growth in service revenues, partly attributed to the adoption of ASC 606. The company also highlighted its ongoing commitment to returning capital to shareholders through a significant increase in share repurchases during the quarter. However, investors should note the pending acquisition of Orbotech, Ltd., which is subject to regulatory approvals and may impact future financials. The company maintained a strong liquidity position with over $2.78 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities as of September 30, 2018.
Financial Highlights
49 data points| Revenue | $1.09B |
| Cost of Revenue | $381.39M |
| Gross Profit | $711.87M |
| R&D Expenses | $153.53M |
| SG&A Expenses | $114.44M |
| Interest Expense | $26.36M |
| Net Income | $395.94M |
| EPS (Basic) | $2.55 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $2.54 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 155.22M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 156.08M |
Key Highlights
- 1Total revenues for Q3 FY18 grew 13% year-over-year to $1.09 billion.
- 2Net income increased 41% to $395.9 million, with diluted EPS rising to $2.54 from $1.78.
- 3Product revenues increased 9% year-over-year, driven by demand in China and Taiwan.
- 4Service revenues grew 26% year-over-year, benefiting from ASC 606 adoption.
- 5The company significantly increased share repurchases, spending $307.8 million in the quarter.
- 6Cash and cash equivalents, along with marketable securities, totaled $2.78 billion.
- 7The acquisition of Orbotech, Ltd. is pending regulatory approval.