February 12, 2026 03:21 PM GMT Hua Hong Semiconductor Ltd | Asia Pacific 4Q25 in line; UTR dips amid expansion Reaction to earnings Unchanged In-line Modest revision lower Impact to our thesis Financial results versus consensus Direction of next 12-month consensus EPS Source: Company data, Morgan Stanley Research 4Q25 revenue in line: Revenue reached US$660mn (+4% QoQ / +22% YoY), with GM at 13%, matching guidance and MSe. Overall utilization (UTR) was 104% (down 5.7ppts QoQ), reflecting the Fab 9A capacity ...

Summary of Huahong Semiconductor Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Huahong Semiconductor - **Industry**: Semiconductor Manufacturing Key Financial Highlights - **Q4 2025 Revenue**: $659.9 million, a year-over-year increase of 22.4% and a quarter-over-quarter increase of 3.9% [2][4] - **Gross Margin**: 13%, up 1.6 percentage points year-over-year but down 0.5 percentage points quarter-over-quarter [2][4] - **Net Loss**: Reduced significantly year-over-year by 80.6% to $18.7 million, but increased by 159.9% quarter-over-quarter [4] - **Operating Expenses**: $130.2 million, a year-over-year increase of 17.7% and a quarter-over-quarter increase of 29.6% [4] Revenue Breakdown by Region - **China**: $539.3 million, accounting for 81.8% of total revenue, up 19.6% year-over-year [5] - **North America**: $72.8 million, a significant increase of 51.3% year-over-year [5] - **Other Asia**: $28.4 million, up 9.1% year-over-year [5] - **Europe**: $19.3 million, up 35.6% year-over-year [5] Performance by Technology Platform - **Analog and Power Management IC**: Revenue increased by 40% year-over-year [2][6] - **Embedded Non-Volatile Memory (NVM)**: Revenue of $180.2 million, up 31.3% year-over-year [6] - **Independent Non-Volatile Memory**: Revenue of $56.6 million, up 22.9% year-over-year [6] - **Discrete Devices**: Revenue of $168.9 million, up 2.4% year-over-year [6] - **Logic and RF**: Revenue of $80.4 million, up 19% year-over-year [6] Capacity Expansion and Strategic Initiatives - **Capacity Expansion**: Ongoing expansion with the second 12-inch production line in Wuxi completed ahead of schedule [2][8] - **Acquisition of Huayi**: Added approximately 40,000 wafers of capacity, optimizing capacity allocation and improving efficiency [2][8] - **Focus on AI and Automotive Markets**: AI-driven semiconductor market growth is seen as a positive factor, with increased demand in power management and automotive sectors [10] Market Dynamics and Supply Chain - **8-inch and 12-inch Wafer Supply**: Some foundries exiting 8-inch business may impact market supply-demand dynamics [9] - **Logic Chip Capacity Shift**: Transition of logic chip capacity to storage is beneficial for Huahong, which focuses on logic chip foundry [9] - **Pricing Opportunities**: Tightening supply may provide opportunities for price increases, especially in the 12-inch market [9] Future Outlook and Challenges - **Super Memory Cycle**: Current phase is viewed as a super memory cycle, with AI demand driving DRAM prices [11] - **Raw Material Costs**: Rising raw material costs are not expected to significantly impact the cost structure, with a gradual increase in domestic material usage [12] - **Customer Localization Strategy**: International clients are favoring larger partners like Huahong due to localization strategies [13] Capital Expenditure Plans - **Fab 9A Project**: Total capital expenditure of $6.7 billion, with approximately $1.3 billion expected to be spent this year [14] - **59B Project**: Expected to start construction after the Spring Festival, with a focus on increasing domestic equipment procurement [15]

Industry Overview - The Shenzhen Municipal Bureau of Industry and Information Technology has issued the "Artificial Intelligence + Advanced Manufacturing Action Plan (2026-2027)", aiming to promote the application of AI technology in key areas of the semiconductor industry, enhancing efficiency in chip design and software coding [1] - The plan focuses on developing high-performance, energy-efficient SoC chips for various AI terminal demands, including AI smartphones and intelligent robots, and supports the domestic replacement of automotive-grade AI chips for the new energy vehicle market [1] Company Updates - SMIC announced that its memory and BCD products are in high demand, leading to price increases [2] - Hua Hong Semiconductor reported a record high sales revenue of $659.9 million in Q4, a year-on-year increase of 22.4% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 3.9%. The gross margin was 13.0%, up 1.6 percentage points year-on-year but down 0.5 percentage points quarter-on-quarter. The company expects Q1 2026 sales revenue to be between $650 million and $660 million, with a gross margin of 13% to 15% [2] - Aerospace Zhizhuang stated that it has provided chips for the GW-A2 constellation but is unclear about the specific launch mission's usage. The company cannot estimate the impact of the launch on its Q1 2026 operations [2] - Debon Securities noted that the semiconductor upstream sector showed overall growth in 2025, with semiconductor equipment performing better than materials and components, and packaging and testing outperforming wafer foundry [2] Related ETFs - The Sci-Tech Semiconductor ETF (588170) tracks the Shanghai Stock Exchange Sci-Tech Board Semiconductor Materials and Equipment Index, focusing on semiconductor equipment (60%) and materials (25%) [3] - The Semiconductor Equipment ETF (Hua Xia, 562590) also emphasizes semiconductor equipment (63%) and materials (24%), benefiting from the demand surge driven by the AI revolution and advancements in lithography technology [3]

【中泰电子丨华虹半导体】Q4营收再创新高，Q1指引乐观 ——25Q4营收6.6亿美元，同比+22.4%，环比+3.9%，创历史新高，公司指引6.5-6.6亿美元，达指引上限；归母净 利0.17亿美元，同比-169.3%，环比-32.2%；毛利率13%，同比+1.6pct，环比-0.5pct，公司指引12%-14%，符合指 引。 ——25Q4稼动率103.8%，同比+0.6pct，环比-5.7 ——25Q4资本开支6.3亿美元，环比+141.9%；其中5.6亿用于12寸产线，0.7亿用于8寸产线。 ——26Q1营收指引6.5-6.6亿美元，中值同比+21.1%，环比-0.8%；毛利率指引13-15%，中值同比+4.8pct，环比 +1pct；Q1是传统淡季，公司指引超市场预期。 【中泰电子丨华虹半导体】Q4营收再创新高，Q1指引乐观 ——25Q4营收6.6亿美元，同比+22.4%，环比+3.9%，创历史新高，公司指引6.5-6.6亿美元，达指引上限；归母净 利0.17亿美元，同比-169.3%，环比-32.2%；毛利率13%，同比+1.6pct，环比-0.5pct，公司指引12%-14%，符合指 引。 ——25 ...

Key Points - Insta360 held its annual meeting where it awarded five sets of properties and several cars to employees, all of whom were born in the 1990s, emphasizing the importance of material incentives alongside recognition [5][6] - The company reported that 2025 was its highest revenue year, with a significant increase in R&D investment, surpassing the total of the previous three years [6] - DeepSeek's recent update has faced backlash from users who feel the model has become less engaging, despite a significant increase in context window capacity [11][12] - AWS has completed layoffs in its Greater China region, affecting approximately 150 employees, primarily in second-tier departments [14][15] - Zhao Ming, former CEO of Honor, has joined Qianli Technology, focusing on AI business models [16] - BMW announced a global recall of multiple models due to a defect in the starter motor that poses a fire risk [56] - Xiaomi's YU7 became the best-selling car in China for January 2026, with a total of 37,869 units sold, significantly outpacing competitors [35][36] - Chery employees expressed dissatisfaction with the company's strict leave policies during the Spring Festival, which limited vacation days [23] - Great Wall Motors announced that its average year-end bonus for 2025 would exceed 50,000 yuan per employee, with a total bonus pool potentially exceeding 42.45 billion yuan [25][26] - Huawei's new vehicle, the Zun Jie S800, will appear on the CCTV Spring Festival Gala, highlighting its market presence [45]

Core Viewpoint - Huahong Company reported record sales revenue of $659.9 million in Q4 2025, marking a 22.4% year-over-year increase and a 3.9% quarter-over-quarter increase, with a gross margin of 13% [1][2] Financial Performance - Q4 2025 revenue reached $659.9 million, a historical high, with a gross margin of 13%, up 1.6 percentage points year-over-year but down 0.5 percentage points quarter-over-quarter [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was $17.5 million, a significant recovery from a loss of $25.2 million in the same quarter last year and a decrease from a profit of $25.7 million in the previous quarter [1] - For the full year 2025, total revenue was $2.4021 billion, reflecting a 19.9% year-over-year growth, with an annual gross margin of 11.8%, up 1.6 percentage points [1] Revenue Breakdown - In Q4 2025, embedded non-volatile memory sales reached $180.2 million, up 31.3% year-over-year; independent non-volatile memory sales were $56.6 million, up 22.9%; logic and RF products generated $80.4 million, up 19.2%; and analog and power management sales grew by 40.7% to $173.8 million [2] - Revenue from the Chinese market accounted for $539.3 million, or 81.8% of total sales, with a year-over-year growth of 19.6%; North American sales reached $72.8 million, up 51.3%, increasing its share from 8.9% to 11% [2] Capacity and Production - The company maintained a high capacity utilization rate of 106.1% for the year, with Q4 2025 utilization at 103.8% [3] - In Q4 2025, the shipment volume of 8-inch equivalent wafers was 1.448 million, a 19.4% increase year-over-year [3] Capital Expenditure and Strategic Moves - Capital expenditure for Q4 2025 was $633.5 million, with ongoing progress in the acquisition of a 12-inch manufacturing base in Shanghai [4] - The acquisition of a 97.5% stake in Huahong Micro has been approved, aiming for synergies in technology and operational efficiency [4] Future Guidance - For Q1 2026, the company expects sales revenue to be between $650 million and $660 million, with a gross margin forecast of 13% to 15% [5]

展望2026年第一季度，公司预计销售收入在6.5亿美元至6.6亿美元之间，预计毛利率在13%至15%之 间。华虹半导体董事会主席兼总裁白鹏博士表示，公司将通过创新和快速代际迭代，持续高度聚焦于打 造世界级特色工艺技术平台，并深化与国内外战略客户的合作。公司有信心在全球半导体产业变局中把 握增长机遇，力争达到股东的长期期许。(王珞) 产能建设方面，2025年度，公司继续推进扩大产能的战略规划，无锡第二条12英寸生产线(FAB9)一阶 段产能建设超预期完成，上海12英寸制造基地(FAB5)的收购事项有序推进。 通过优化产品组合与降本增效，公司各特色工艺平台均表现强劲，尤其是独立式闪存和电源管理平台， 有力支撑了公司业绩增长与利润率上升。 2月12日晚间，华虹半导体发布了2025年第四季度未经审核的财务业绩。报告显示，公司第四季度销售 收入再创历史新高，达6.599亿美元，同比增长22.4%，环比增长3.9%；当季折合8英寸晶圆付运量达 144.8万片，同比增长19.4%；全年实现销售收入24.021亿美元，同比增长19.9%；第四季度毛利率 13.0%，同比上升1.6个百分点，全年毛利率达到11.8%。 在AI驱 ...

Core Viewpoint - Huahong Company reported strong financial results for Q4 2025, showcasing its resilience and growth potential in the semiconductor industry, driven by increased demand for AI-related products and a recovery in domestic consumer demand [2][9]. Financial Performance - In Q4 2025, Huahong's revenue reached $659.9 million, a year-on-year increase of 22.4% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 3.9% [3][10]. - The gross margin for Q4 was 13%, up 1.6 percentage points year-on-year but down 0.5 percentage points quarter-on-quarter [3]. - The net profit attributable to the parent company was $17.5 million, compared to a loss of $25.2 million in the same period last year [3]. Annual Performance - For the full year 2025, Huahong achieved revenue of $2.402 billion, a year-on-year growth of 19.9% [5][8]. - The annual gross margin was 11.8%, an increase of 1.6 percentage points compared to the previous year [5][8]. - The total wafer shipments for the year (equivalent to 8-inch wafers) were 5.384 million, an increase of 18.5% year-on-year [5][8]. Capacity and Production - In Q4 2025, the company shipped 1.448 million 8-inch equivalent wafers, a year-on-year increase of 19.4% [3]. - The average capacity utilization rate for the year was 106.1%, indicating strong operational efficiency [9]. Product Performance - The demand for various product lines, particularly non-volatile memory, analog and power management, contributed significantly to revenue growth [9][10]. - Embedded non-volatile memory sales in Q4 reached $180.2 million, a 31.3% increase year-on-year [10]. Future Outlook - For Q1 2026, Huahong expects revenue to be between $650 million and $660 million, with a gross margin forecasted between 13% and 15% [11]. - The company is making significant progress in capacity expansion, including the completion of the first phase of its second 12-inch production line in Wuxi [12]. Strategic Initiatives - Huahong is focused on innovation and rapid generational iteration to enhance its technology platform and deepen collaborations with strategic customers [12]. - The recent approval of a proposal to acquire assets from Huali Microelectronics is expected to create synergies that will enhance revenue and reduce operational costs [12]. Market Position - Huahong is recognized by international investment banks as a key player benefiting from the growing demand for AI servers and smart edge devices [16].

Core Viewpoint - Hua Hong Semiconductor reported record sales revenue in Q4, reaching $659.9 million, a year-on-year increase of 22.4% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 3.9% [1] Financial Performance - Q4 sales revenue reached $659.9 million, marking a historical high [1] - Gross margin was 13.0%, up 1.6 percentage points year-on-year but down 0.5 percentage points quarter-on-quarter [1] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was $17.5 million, compared to a loss of $25.2 million in the same period last year and a profit of $25.7 million in the previous quarter [1] Future Outlook - The company expects Q1 2026 sales revenue to be between $650 million and $660 million, with a gross margin expected to be between 13% and 15% [1]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fourth quarter 2025 sales revenue reached an all-time high of $659.9 million, a 22.4% increase compared to Q4 2024 and a 3.9% increase over Q3 2025 [3][7] - Gross margin for Q4 2025 was 13%, up 1.6 percentage points from Q4 2024, driven by improved average selling prices and cost reduction efforts [8] - For the full year 2025, revenue was $2.4 billion, a growth of 19.9% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 11.8% [17][18] - Net loss for Q4 2025 was $18.7 million, narrowed by 80.6% compared to Q4 2024 [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from embedded non-volatile memory was $180.2 million, a 31.3% increase compared to Q4 2024, driven by demand for MCU and smart car ICs [11] - Revenue from power discrete was $168.9 million, a 2.4% increase compared to Q4 2024, mainly due to demand for general MOSFET products [11] - Revenue from analog and power management IC was $173.8 million, a 40.7% increase over Q4 2024, driven by demand for power management IC products [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from China was $539.3 million, contributing 81.8% of total revenue, a 19.6% increase compared to Q4 2024 [10] - Revenue from North America was $72.8 million, a 51.3% increase compared to Q4 2024 [10] - Revenue from Europe was $19.3 million, a 35.6% increase compared to Q4 2024, driven by demand for MCU and IGBT products [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on developing world-class specialty technology platforms and deepening collaborations with strategic customers [5] - The first phase of capacity construction for the second 12-inch production line in Wuxi exceeded expectations, and the acquisition of the Shanghai 12-inch manufacturing base progressed as planned [4] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in seizing growth opportunities amid changes in the global semiconductor industry, particularly driven by AI demand [5] - The company expects revenue for Q1 2026 to be in the range of $650 million to $660 million, with a projected gross margin of 13% to 15% [19] Other Important Information - Capital expenditures in Q4 2025 were $633.5 million, with significant investments in both 12-inch and 8-inch production lines [12] - Cash and cash equivalents increased to $4.196 billion by December 31, 2025, compared to $3.9047 billion at the end of Q3 2025 [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Strategic results from the acquisition of Huali - The acquisition of Fab Five is expected to enhance long-term growth by increasing company scale and optimizing technology distribution across manufacturing capacities [22][23] Question: Supply-demand relation of 8-inch and 12-inch mature fab business - Management noted that changes in ownership of foundry capacities do not significantly alter supply-demand dynamics, and the overall trend is positive for the company [25][26] Question: Capacity utilization rate and its drivers - A slight decline in capacity utilization was attributed to the rapid ramp-up of Fab Nine, with management indicating that the change is minimal [30] Question: Future performance drivers related to AI products - AI-related products are expected to drive significant revenue growth, particularly in power management and automotive sectors [33][34] Question: Sustainability of current memory cycle - Management acknowledged the cyclical nature of the memory market but indicated that the current cycle driven by AI may last longer than previous cycles [37] Question: Price sustainability amid rising raw material costs - Management does not foresee significant increases in costs due to raw material prices, as domestic materials are becoming more competitive [45] Question: Equipment localization rate for Fab Nine B - The localization rate for equipment in Fab Nine B is expected to be higher than that of Fab Nine A, reflecting improvements in domestic equipment capabilities [71]