10-QPeriod: Q3 FY2010

TERADYNE, INC Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Jul 4, 2010

Filed August 12, 2010For Securities:TER

Summary

Teradyne, Inc.'s quarterly report for the period ended July 4, 2010, reveals a significant rebound in its Semiconductor Test business, leading to a substantial increase in net revenues and a return to profitability. The company reported a net income of $122.1 million for the quarter, a stark contrast to a net loss in the prior year's comparable period. This turnaround was primarily driven by strong demand across various System on a Chip (SoC) product categories. While the Semiconductor Test segment showed robust growth, the Systems Test Group experienced a decline in revenue, impacting overall segment performance. The company's financial position remains solid, with a healthy increase in cash and marketable securities.

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$445.27M
Cost of Revenue$194.37M
Gross Profit$250.90M
SG&A Expenses$57.73M
Operating Expenses$114.75M
Operating Income$136.15M
Interest Expense$7.75M
Net Income$122.15M
EPS (Basic)$0.68
EPS (Diluted)$0.55
Shares Outstanding (Basic)179.99M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)231.54M

Key Highlights

  • 1Significant revenue growth of 168% year-over-year to $454.8 million, driven by a 302% increase in Semiconductor Test revenue.
  • 2Turnaround to profitability with a net income of $122.1 million ($0.55 diluted EPS) for the quarter, compared to a net loss of $66.8 million ($0.39 diluted loss per share) in the prior year.
  • 3Gross profit margin improved significantly to 55.9% from 27.8% year-over-year, benefiting from higher sales volume, favorable product mix, and lower inventory provisions.
  • 4Engineering and development expenses increased by $11.9 million, reflecting higher variable compensation and restoration of temporary pay cuts.
  • 5Selling and administrative expenses rose by $11.0 million, primarily due to increased variable compensation and restored pay.
  • 6The company maintained a strong liquidity position, with cash and cash equivalents and marketable securities totaling $661.3 million as of July 4, 2010.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary driver was the significant rebound in Teradyne's Semiconductor Test business, which saw a 302% increase in revenue year-over-year. This strength in semiconductor testing more than offset a decline in the Systems Test Group, leading to an overall substantial increase in net revenues and a return to profitability.

Teradyne experienced a dramatic improvement in profitability. For the three months ended July 4, 2010, the company reported a net income of $122.1 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.55. This is a significant turnaround from the net loss of $66.8 million and diluted loss per share of $0.39 reported for the same period in the prior year.

The Semiconductor Test segment is performing strongly, with management noting growth across various System on a Chip (SoC) product categories. Conversely, the Systems Test Group experienced a revenue decline primarily due to lower sales in HDD test systems, Mil/Aero test instrumentation, and Diagnostic Solutions systems. The company continues to invest in its business, anticipating a broader recovery in its markets.

While revenue increased significantly, operating expenses such as Engineering and Development and Selling and Administrative also rose. This increase is attributed to higher variable compensation and the restoration of temporary pay cuts. The company also incurred restructuring charges related to ongoing efforts to optimize its cost structure, though these were lower than in the prior year's comparable period.