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Kla Corporation (KLAC)
:KLAC
Earnings Data
Report Date
Jan 22, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
8.79Last Year’s EPS
8.2Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 18 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
KLA's earnings call reflects a strong financial performance with significant growth in advanced packaging and service revenue. The company also reported record cash flow and robust capital returns. While there are concerns regarding the impact of extended export controls on China, the overall outlook remains positive, with expectations of growth in 2026.Company Guidance
Strong Financial Performance
KLA delivered strong results with revenue of $3.21 billion and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $8.81. GAAP diluted EPS was $8.47. Gross margin was 62.5%, driven by a stronger product mix and manufacturing efficiencies.
Advanced Packaging Revenue Growth
Advanced packaging-related revenue is expected to exceed $925 million for calendar year 2025, up approximately 70% year-over-year.
Service Business Growth
Service revenue grew to $745 million in the September quarter, up 6% sequentially and 16% year-over-year.
Record Cash Flow
Strong cash flow in the quarter was at a record of $1.066 billion. Over the past 12 months, free cash flow was $3.9 billion, with a free cash flow margin of 31%.
Capital Returns
Total capital return in the September quarter was $799 million, consisting of $545 million in share repurchases and $254 million in dividends. Total capital return over the past 12 months was $3.09 billion.
Positive Outlook for 2026
KLA anticipates mid- to high single-digit growth in WFE for 2025 and expects 2026 to be a growth year with a broader spending profile for both WFE and advanced packaging.
KLAC 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
KLAC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Oct 29, 2025 | $1235.28 | $1214.41 | -1.69% |
Jul 31, 2025 | $877.12 | $884.71 | +0.87% |
Apr 30, 2025 | $699.48 | $673.22 | -3.75% |
Jan 30, 2025 | $737.37 | $733.21 | -0.56% |
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.
FAQ
When does Kla Corporation (KLAC) report earnings?
Kla Corporation (KLAC) is schdueled to report earning on Jan 22, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Kla Corporation (KLAC) earnings time?
Kla Corporation (KLAC) earnings time is at Jan 22, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is KLAC EPS forecast?
KLAC EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 8.79.
