Strong Revenue and Earnings
The company reported strong revenue and earnings for the quarter, driven by an increase in distributor and nondefense sales despite a decrease in defense sales.
Increase in Contract R&D Revenue
Contract R&D revenue increased by 17%, partially offsetting the 11% decrease in product sales.
Decrease in Total Expenses
Total expenses decreased by 20% for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2025, mainly due to an 18% decrease in R&D expense and a 23% decrease in SG&A.
Advanced Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit
The 25% advanced manufacturing investment tax credit was extended, with expected credits between $700,000 and $800,000 for fiscal 2026.
Strong Profitability Metrics
Operating margin was 62%, pretax margin was 70%, and net margin was 59%.
Deployment of New Equipment
The company deployed new wafer fabrication equipment and expects to complete their two-year multimillion dollar expansion soon.
Market Expansion Through Trade Shows
The company promoted new products at major trade shows in Germany and Silicon Valley, leading to promising leads for future sales.