Quarter-on-Quarter Sales Increase Across All Segments
All segments recorded an increase in sales quarter-on-quarter. Memory tester sales increased by JPY 6.2 billion, and Mechatronics Systems saw increased sales in tandem with tester sales.
Sales Forecast Revised Upwards
The full-year sales forecast was revised upwards by JPY 10 billion to JPY 480 billion due to increased demand for memory testers.
High Market Share in Tester Market
The company estimates its market share for both SoC testers and memory testers to be in the upper 50% range for calendar year 2023.
Positive Outlook for 2024
Demand ramp-up is expected in the second half of 2024, led by high-performance semiconductors, such as HPC and AI.