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Coherent Corp (COHR)
NYSE:COHR
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 13, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q3)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.86Last Year’s EPS
0.53Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 16 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 05, 2025
|% Change Since: -4.28%
|Next Earnings Date:May 13, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflects a generally positive outlook with record revenue growth, gross margin improvements, and strong performance in datacom and telecom segments. However, challenges remain in the industrial and materials segments, and operating expenses are high due to increased R&D investments.Company Guidance
During Coherent's fiscal year 2025 second quarter earnings call, guidance for the third quarter was provided with expectations for revenue between $1.39 billion and $1.48 billion. The company anticipates a non-GAAP gross margin of 37% to 39%, with total operating expenses projected to range from $285 million to $305 million. The non-GAAP tax rate is expected to be between 17% and 19%, and non-GAAP EPS guidance is set between $0.75 and $0.95. These projections reflect Coherent's focus on revenue growth and operational efficiency, leveraging strategic R&D investments while maintaining disciplined management of operational expenses to drive long-term profitability.Record Revenue Growth
Revenue increased by approximately 6% sequentially and 27% year-over-year to a record $1.43 billion, driven by growth in AI-related datacom transceiver, telecom, and industrial end markets.
Gross Margin Improvement
Q2 non-GAAP gross margin improved to 38.2%, marking a strong improvement of 146 basis points sequentially and 363 basis points year-over-year.
Strong Datacom and Telecom Growth
Data center and communications market revenue increased 6% sequentially and 58% year-over-year. Datacom revenue grew 4% sequentially and 79% year-over-year.
Debt Reduction
The company paid down $132 million in debt during the quarter using cash from operations, strengthening the balance sheet.
Excimer Lasers Demand
Display capital equipment grew due to demand for Excimer lasers in OLED screen manufacturing, driven by expanding OLED adoption.
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COHR Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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COHR Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 05, 2025 | $90.10 | $100.46 | +11.50% |
| Nov 06, 2024 | $99.43 | $109.45 | +10.08% |
| Aug 15, 2024 | $71.28 | $76.63 | +7.51% |
| May 06, 2024 | $57.92 | $55.30 | -4.52% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Coherent Corp (COHR) report earnings?
Coherent Corp (COHR) is schdueled to report earning on May 13, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Coherent Corp (COHR) earnings time?
Coherent Corp (COHR) earnings time is at May 13, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is COHR EPS forecast?
COHR EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q3) is 0.86.
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