Kla Corporation ( (KLAC) ) has released its Q3 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Kla Corporation presented to its investors.
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KLA Corporation is a leading supplier of process control and yield management solutions for the semiconductor and related microelectronics industries, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services to manage yield throughout the entire wafer fabrication process.
In its latest earnings report for the March quarter of fiscal 2025, KLA Corporation exceeded the midpoint of all guidance ranges, reporting revenue of $3.06 billion and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $8.41. The company’s performance was driven by strong demand for leading-edge logic and high-bandwidth memory, particularly in support of AI applications, as well as significant contributions from its advanced packaging business.
Key financial highlights include a 30% year-over-year increase in revenue, with the Semiconductor Process Control segment showing a 31% rise. The company’s advanced packaging revenue is expected to exceed $850 million in calendar 2025. KLA’s services business marked its 52nd consecutive quarter of growth, and the company achieved a free cash flow of $990 million. KLA also announced a 12% increase in its quarterly dividend and a new $5 billion share buyback authorization.
Looking ahead, KLA remains optimistic about its growth prospects despite global trade uncertainties. The company expects to outperform the mid-single-digit growth rate of the wafer fabrication equipment market in 2025, driven by increasing investments in leading-edge logic, high-bandwidth memory, and advanced packaging. KLA’s focus on customer success and innovative solutions positions it well for continued industry-leading financial performance.