Summary
Micron Technology, Inc. reported strong financial results for the quarter and six months ended February 27, 2014. Net sales surged to $4.11 billion for the quarter and $8.15 billion for the six-month period, representing significant year-over-year growth. This impressive performance was driven by the successful integration of Elpida Memory, Inc., which boosted DRAM and NAND Flash sales, particularly in the mobile and computing segments. The company also demonstrated a significant turnaround in profitability. Net income attributable to Micron reached $731 million for the quarter, a substantial improvement from a net loss in the prior year period. Diluted earnings per share were $0.61. This profitability increase is a testament to the company's operational efficiency, strategic acquisitions, and the recovery in the semiconductor memory market. Investors should note the strong operational income of $869 million for the quarter, indicating robust underlying business performance.
Financial Highlights
51 data points| Revenue | $4.11B |
| Cost of Revenue | $2.70B |
| Gross Profit | $1.40B |
| R&D Expenses | $344.00M |
| SG&A Expenses | $177.00M |
| Operating Income | $869.00M |
| Interest Expense | $83.00M |
| Net Income | $731.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.69 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.61 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 1.06B |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 1.20B |
Key Highlights
- 1Net sales for the quarter ended February 27, 2014, were $4,107 million, a significant increase from $2,078 million in the prior year period.
- 2Net income attributable to Micron was $731 million for the quarter, a substantial improvement from a net loss of $286 million in the same period last year.
- 3The acquisition of Elpida Memory, Inc. has had a significant positive impact, driving substantial increases in DRAM and NAND Flash sales across key segments.
- 4Gross margin improved significantly to 34% for the quarter, up from 18% in the prior year quarter, reflecting better pricing and operational efficiencies.
- 5Operating income for the quarter was $869 million, a dramatic improvement from an operating loss of $23 million in the prior year quarter.
- 6The company ended the period with a strong cash position of $4,305 million, indicating healthy liquidity.