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Himax Technologies (HIMX)
NASDAQ:HIMX
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 07, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.1Last Year’s EPS
0.17Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 08, 2025
|% Change Since: 13.79%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 07, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed outlook. Despite some positive aspects, such as year-over-year revenue growth, strong performance in the automotive segment, and effective inventory management, the company faced sequential revenue declines, challenges in specific segments, and geopolitical uncertainties affecting future visibility.Company Guidance
During Himax Technologies' Q1 2025 earnings call, the company reported a revenue of $215.1 million, marking a 9.3% sequential decrease but a 3.7% year-over-year increase, with gross margin steady at 30.5%. Profit per diluted ADS was 11.4 cents, surpassing the guidance range of 9 to 11 cents, mainly due to reduced operating expenses. The large display driver segment revenue was $25.0 million, while the small and medium-sized display driver segment recorded $150.5 million, with automotive driver sales outperforming guidance. Non-driver sales reached $39.6 million, a 12.8% decrease from the previous quarter. Himax's first-quarter operating expenses were $45.7 million, with operating income of $19.8 million or 9.2% of sales. The company reported a $20.0 million after-tax profit, with a strong operating cash flow of $56 million. For Q2 2025, Himax anticipates a revenue change of -5.0% to +30% sequentially, with a gross margin around 31% and profit per diluted ADS between 8.5 cents and 11.5 cents.Positive Revenue Performance
First quarter revenue was $215.1 million, a 3.7% increase year-over-year, reaching the high end of the guidance range despite a typical seasonal slowdown.
Gross Margin and Profit Exceed Expectations
Gross margin was 30.5%, in line with guidance, and profit per diluted ADS was 11.4 cents, exceeding the guidance range due to lower operating expenses.
Strong Performance in Automotive Segment
Q1 automotive driver sales outperformed guidance, with auto IC sales rising nearly 20% year-over-year, reflecting strong customer reliance on Himax's technology.
Improved Inventory Management
Inventory levels have steadily declined for ten consecutive quarters, demonstrating effective management amid macroeconomic uncertainty.
Commitment to Innovation and Growth
Continued investment in new technologies such as ultralow power AI and AR glasses, indicating potential substantial growth opportunities.
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HIMX 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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HIMX Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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May 08, 2025 | $7.47 | $7.57 | +1.34% |
Feb 13, 2025 | $9.14 | $9.92 | +8.53% |
Nov 07, 2024 | $5.95 | $5.77 | -3.03% |
Aug 08, 2024 | $5.86 | $5.72 | -2.39% |
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 Himax Technologies (HIMX) report earnings?
Himax Technologies (HIMX) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 07, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Himax Technologies (HIMX) earnings time?
Himax Technologies (HIMX) earnings time is at Aug 07, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is HIMX EPS forecast?
HIMX EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 0.1.
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