Summary
Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) reported its financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended March 4, 2015. The company demonstrated resilience with net sales of $4.17 billion, a slight increase from the same period last year, indicating stable demand for its memory products. Net income attributable to Micron shareholders rose to $934 million, or $0.78 per diluted share, up from $731 million, or $0.61 per diluted share, in the prior year's second quarter. This improvement in profitability reflects effective cost management and a favorable product mix. The company's balance sheet remains robust, with total assets growing to $23.82 billion and shareholders' equity increasing to $13.24 billion, underscoring financial stability and capacity for future investments. Management's focus on strategic product development and operational efficiency continues to drive performance in a competitive market.
Financial Highlights
51 data points| Revenue | $3.85B |
| Cost of Revenue | $2.65B |
| Gross Profit | $1.20B |
| R&D Expenses | $406.00M |
| SG&A Expenses | $169.00M |
| Operating Income | $631.00M |
| Interest Expense | $97.00M |
| Net Income | $491.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.46 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.42 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 1.07B |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 1.17B |
Key Highlights
- 1Net sales for the quarter were $4.17 billion, slightly up from $4.11 billion in the prior year's second quarter.
- 2Net income attributable to Micron shareholders increased to $934 million from $731 million in the comparable prior year period.
- 3Diluted earnings per share (EPS) rose to $0.78 from $0.61 year-over-year.
- 4Gross margin remained strong at 34%, indicating effective cost management.
- 5The company's balance sheet showed growth, with total assets reaching $23.82 billion and shareholders' equity at $13.24 billion.
- 6The company executed a new supply agreement with Inotera, set to take effect in 2016, which is expected to alter the cost-sharing dynamics for DRAM products.
- 7Micron continued its share repurchase program, buying back 7 million shares for $192 million during the quarter.