SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (AOS) (Nasdaq: AOSL), a designer, developer, and global supplier of a broad range of discrete power devices, wide band gap power devices, power management ICs, and modules will showcase its complete line of advanced power management solutions at the Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC). The new products are designed to meet key power management challenges in several key application areas and markets AOS focuses on. Booth highl ...

Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Shares AOSL The NASDAQ Global Select Market UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 _________________________________ FORM 10-Q _________________________________ (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended December 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ...

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (NASDAQ:AOSL) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript February 6, 2024 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Steve Pelayo - IR Stephen Chang - Chief Executive Officer Yifan Liang - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Craig Ellis - B. Riley Securities David Williams - Benchmark Jeremy Kwan - Stifel Operator Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for joining today's Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Fiscal Q2 2024 Earnings Call. My name is Tia, and I'll be your m ...

Core Viewpoint - Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (AOS) reported a decline in financial performance for the fiscal second quarter of 2024, with revenue and net income both decreasing compared to previous quarters and the same quarter last year. The company anticipates a challenging fiscal third quarter but sees potential recovery in the second half of 2024 driven by new product launches and market demand in specific sectors [1][4][5]. Financial Performance Summary - Revenue for the fiscal second quarter ended December 31, 2023, was $165.3 million, down 8.5% from the prior quarter and 12.4% year-over-year [4][5]. - GAAP gross margin was 26.6%, a decrease from 28.2% in the prior quarter and 28.1% in the same quarter last year [4][5]. - GAAP operating loss was $1.1 million, a significant decline from an operating income of $9.4 million in the prior quarter and $8.8 million in the same quarter last year [4][5]. - GAAP net loss was $2.9 million, compared to a net income of $5.8 million in the prior quarter and $6.3 million in the same quarter last year [4][5]. - Non-GAAP net income per share was $0.24, down from $0.33 in the prior quarter and $0.67 year-over-year [5][21]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - The company reported a consolidated cash flow used in operating activities of $23.5 million, compared to a cash flow provided of $13.8 million in the prior quarter [5]. - AOS ended the quarter with $162.3 million in cash and cash equivalents [5]. Business Outlook - For the fiscal third quarter ending March 31, 2024, AOS expects revenue to be approximately $150 million, with GAAP gross margin anticipated at 23.5% [6]. - The company anticipates a decrease in gross margin due to lower factory utilization related to seasonality and the Lunar New Year holiday [6]. Management Commentary - AOS CEO Stephen Chang noted that the fiscal Q2 results were in line with guidance, driven by recovery in various sectors, although offset by inventory corrections in gaming and weak demand for certain products [5]. - The CEO expressed confidence in the company's diverse product portfolio and its ability to navigate current market challenges while preparing for a potential resurgence in the second half of 2024 [5].

SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As previously disclosed by Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (the “Company”), since late 2019, the Company has been cooperating with the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) in connection with its criminal investigation into the Company’s compliance with export control regulations relating to certain business transactions with Huawei and its affiliates. On January 19, 2024, DOJ informed the Company that it has closed such investigation without any charges. The Company i ...

Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Shares AOSL The NASDAQ Global Select Market UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 _________________________________ FORM 10-Q _________________________________ (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANG ...

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (NASDAQ:AOSL) Q1 2024 Earnings Conference Call November 6, 2023 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Yujia Zhai - The Blueshirt Group, Investor Relations Stephen Chang - Chief Executive Officer Yifan Liang - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Jeremy Kwan - Stifel David Williams - Benchmark Craig Ellis - B. Riley Securities Operator Good afternoon. Thank you for attending today's Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Fiscal Q1 2024 Earnings Call. My name is Cole and ...

Part I [Business](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Business) AOS designs and supplies a broad portfolio of power semiconductors, utilizing a hybrid manufacturing model and diversifying beyond its core PC market [Overview and Strategy](index=5&type=section&id=Overview%20and%20Strategy) AOS designs power semiconductors, diversifies beyond PC, uses a hybrid manufacturing model, and deconsolidated its Chongqing JV - The company designs, develops, and supplies a broad portfolio of approximately **2,600 power semiconductor products**[9](index=9&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2023, AOS holds an extensive intellectual property portfolio, including **918 U.S. patents** and **980 foreign patents**[9](index=9&type=chunk)[61](index=61&type=chunk) - The company's business model utilizes both an in-house **8-inch wafer fabrication facility in Oregon** and third-party foundries to balance proprietary technology development with cost-effective high-volume manufacturing[11](index=11&type=chunk)[21](index=21&type=chunk) - AOS deconsolidated its Chongqing JV Company in December 2021 and now holds a **42.2% equity interest**, accounting for it using the equity method; a wafer production capacity guarantee is in place with the JV[13](index=13&type=chunk)[26](index=26&type=chunk) - While the PC market remains its largest end-market, the company is actively diversifying into consumer, communications, and industrial sectors to mitigate market concentration risk[22](index=22&type=chunk) [Products and New Introductions](index=8&type=section&id=Products%20and%20New%20Introductions) AOS's product portfolio includes power discretes and ICs, with new introductions in FY2023 like SiC MOSFETs and USB Type-C EPR switches - The company's product portfolio consists of two major categories: **power discretes** (MOSFETs, IGBTs, SiC products) and **power ICs** (DrMOS, EZBuck, smart load switches)[27](index=27&type=chunk)[28](index=28&type=chunk)[29](index=29&type=chunk) - During fiscal year 2023, new product introductions included **600V αMOS7™ Super Junction MOSFETs** for high-density applications like servers and EV charging[33](index=33&type=chunk) - The company launched a new **650V and 750V SiC MOSFET platform** targeting industrial applications (solar inverters, motor drives) and automotive systems (on-board chargers, traction inverters)[36](index=36&type=chunk) - New power ICs were introduced to support the **USB Type-C Extended Power Range (EPR) standard**, enabling power delivery up to **140W** for high-performance laptops and other devices[34](index=34&type=chunk)[35](index=35&type=chunk) [Sales, Customers, and Competition](index=10&type=section&id=Sales%2C%20Customers%2C%20and%20Competition) AOS primarily sells through distributors, with two accounting for over half of revenue, and faces intense competition from major semiconductor suppliers Revenue Concentration from Major Distributors (FY2021-2023) | Distributor | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | WPG Holdings Limited | 35.6% | 39.7% | 35.4% | | Promate Electronic Co. Ltd. | 21.6% | 24.6% | 28.7% | | **Total** | **57.2%** | **64.3%** | **64.1%** | - Key competitors in power discretes include Infineon, ON Semiconductor, and STMicroelectronics, while power IC competitors include Monolithic Power Systems and Texas Instruments[44](index=44&type=chunk)[123](index=123&type=chunk) [Operations and R&D](index=12&type=section&id=Operations%20and%20R%26D) AOS utilizes a hybrid manufacturing model for wafer fabrication and packaging, with R&D expenditures increasing to $88.1 million in FY2023 Research and Development Expenditures (FY2021-2023) | Fiscal Year | R&D Expense (in millions) | | :--- | :--- | | 2023 | $88.1 | | 2022 | $71.3 | | 2021 | $63.0 | - Wafer fabrication is split between the in-house Oregon Fab and third-party foundries; HHGrace, the main third-party foundry, manufactured **9.6% of wafers** used in FY2023[52](index=52&type=chunk) - The company's in-house packaging and testing facilities in Shanghai have a combined capacity of over **600 million parts per month**[55](index=55&type=chunk) [Human Capital and Other Matters](index=14&type=section&id=Human%20Capital%20and%20Other%20Matters) AOS had 2,468 employees globally as of June 30, 2023, and adheres to various environmental and export control regulations - As of June 30, 2023, the company had **2,468 employees globally**, with **781 in the U.S.** and **1,502 in China**[64](index=64&type=chunk) - The company is subject to and has implemented procedures to comply with export control laws, environmental regulations (ISO 14001, RoHS), and conflict minerals rules[70](index=70&type=chunk)[71](index=71&type=chunk)[72](index=72&type=chunk)[73](index=73&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=17&type=page&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company faces significant risks from semiconductor cyclicality, PC market reliance, geopolitical tensions, JV control, and distributor concentration - The business is exposed to the cyclicality of the semiconductor industry and macroeconomic downturns, which have negatively affected financial performance in 2023 due to industry-wide inventory correction[91](index=91&type=chunk) - A significant portion of revenue (**35.2% in FY2023**) is derived from the PC market, and a continued decline in this market could materially harm operating results[92](index=92&type=chunk) - Geopolitical and economic conflicts between the U.S. and China, where the company has significant operations, could disrupt business, increase compliance costs, and reduce demand[100](index=100&type=chunk) - Having relinquished control of the Chongqing JV, the company faces risks of reduced manufacturing capacity allocation and less favorable pricing, as it no longer has a controlling interest[101](index=101&type=chunk)[102](index=102&type=chunk) - The company relies heavily on two distributors, WPG and Promate, which collectively accounted for **57.2% of revenue in FY2023**, creating significant concentration risk[132](index=132&type=chunk) - An ongoing Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation into the company's compliance with export control regulations related to Huawei presents legal and financial risks, with an unpredictable outcome[159](index=159&type=chunk)[160](index=160&type=chunk) [Unresolved Staff Comments](index=40&type=section&id=Item%201B.%20Unresolved%20Staff%20Comments) The company reports no unresolved staff comments from the SEC - The company reports no unresolved staff comments from the SEC[224](index=224&type=chunk) [Properties](index=41&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Properties) The company's principal properties include R&D, wafer fabrication, and packaging/testing facilities in California, Oregon, and Shanghai Principal Properties | Location | Square Footage | Primary Use | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Sunnyvale, CA, USA | 57,000 | R&D, marketing, sales, admin | | Hillsboro, OR, USA | 252,950 | Wafer fabrication facility | | Shanghai, China (Facility 1) | 191,540 | Packaging and testing | | Shanghai, China (Facility 2) | 250,198 | Packaging and testing | [Legal Proceedings](index=42&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is under a DOJ investigation for export control compliance related to Huawei, with shipments suspended since late 2019 - The company is under investigation by the DOJ for compliance with export control regulations related to business with Huawei[228](index=228&type=chunk) - Shipments to Huawei were suspended after December 31, 2019, at the request of the DOC, and the matter is still under review[228](index=228&type=chunk) [Mine Safety Disclosures](index=42&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the company - This item is not applicable to the company[230](index=230&type=chunk) Part II [Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities](index=43&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Market%20for%20Registrant%27s%20Common%20Equity%2C%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters%20and%20Issuer%20Purchases%20of%20Equity%20Securities) AOSL common shares trade on NASDAQ; the company has never paid dividends and completed a $30.0 million share repurchase program in FY2023 - The company's common shares are traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol **AOSL**[232](index=232&type=chunk) - The company has never paid cash dividends and does not plan to in the foreseeable future[233](index=233&type=chunk) - During Q4 FY2023, the company repurchased **441,269 shares**, which terminated and completed its **$30.0 million** share repurchase program[236](index=236&type=chunk)[237](index=237&type=chunk) [Reserved](index=45&type=section&id=Item%206.%20%5BReserved%5D) This item is reserved [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=46&type=section&id=Item%207.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) FY2023 revenue decreased 11.1% to $691.3 million, gross margin contracted, and net income significantly declined due to market downturns and a prior-year one-time gain [Results of Operations](index=52&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) FY2023 revenue declined 11.1% to $691.3 million, gross margin fell to 28.9%, and net income significantly decreased due to market weakness and a prior-year gain Key Financial Results (FY2021-2023) | Metric (in thousands) | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Revenue** | $691,321 | $777,552 | $656,902 | | **Gross Profit** | $199,536 | $268,556 | $204,543 | | *Gross Margin* | *28.9%* | *34.5%* | *31.1%* | | **Operating Income** | $22,529 | $102,038 | $64,076 | | **Net Income** | $12,364 | $453,163 | $58,116 | | **Diluted EPS** | $0.42 | $16.07 | $2.13 | Revenue by End Market (FY2023 vs. FY2022) | End Market | FY 2023 Revenue (M) | FY 2022 Revenue (M) | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Computing | $243.3 | $345.9 | -29.7% | | Consumer | $180.8 | $160.8 | +12.4% | | Communication | $103.2 | $110.4 | -6.5% | | Power Supply & Industrial | $150.2 | $149.0 | +0.8% | - The decrease in FY2023 revenue was primarily driven by a **30.1% decrease in unit shipments**, partially offset by a **26.9% increase in average selling price** due to a shift in product mix[284](index=284&type=chunk) - R&D expenses increased **23.7% to $88.1 million** in FY2023, driven by higher employee compensation, depreciation, and product prototyping costs for new engineering activities[289](index=289&type=chunk)[290](index=290&type=chunk) - FY2022 net income included a one-time gain of **$399.1 million** from the deconsolidation of the JV Company[300](index=300&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=58&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) Cash and equivalents decreased to $195.6 million in FY2023, with net cash from operations significantly reduced, but liquidity is deemed sufficient Cash Flow Summary (FY2021-2023) | Cash Flow (in thousands) | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash from operating activities | $20,473 | $218,865 | $128,744 | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(109,630) | $(130,822) | $(72,539) | | Net cash (used in) from financing activities | $(29,611) | $21,854 | $(18,991) | - Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash decreased to **$195.6 million** at June 30, 2023, from **$314.7 million** at June 30, 2022[321](index=321&type=chunk) - In February 2023, the company entered into a **$45 million** license and engineering service agreement for its SiC technology, receiving **$24.8 million** in upfront fees by July 2023[307](index=307&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2023, the company had total contractual obligations of **$221.0 million**, including **$49.9 million in bank borrowings** and **$137.2 million in capital and purchase commitments**[332](index=332&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates](index=63&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Policies%20and%20Estimates) Critical accounting policies involve significant estimates for revenue recognition, inventory valuation, and income taxes, requiring complex judgments and forecasts - Revenue recognition requires significant estimates for variable consideration, including stock rotation returns and price adjustments for distributors[338](index=338&type=chunk) - Inventory valuation is a critical estimate, based on sales forecasts, historical usage, and market conditions to determine provisions for excess and obsolete inventory[345](index=345&type=chunk) - Accounting for income taxes involves complex judgments regarding deferred tax assets, valuation allowances, and uncertain tax positions across various jurisdictions[346](index=346&type=chunk)[347](index=347&type=chunk) - Share-based compensation expense is calculated using valuation models (e.g., Black-Scholes, Monte-Carlo) that require subjective assumptions like stock price volatility and expected term[352](index=352&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=66&type=section&id=Item%207A.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company faces market risks from foreign currency fluctuations, variable interest rates on borrowings, and commodity price volatility for raw materials - The company has exposure to foreign currency risk as operating expenses for its overseas operations are denominated in local currencies, primarily the Chinese Yuan (RMB)[355](index=355&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2023, the company had **$49.8 million** in outstanding loans and **$4.1 million** in financing leases subject to interest rate fluctuations; a hypothetical **10% increase in interest rates** would result in an additional **$0.3 million** in annual interest expense[356](index=356&type=chunk) - The company is subject to commodity price risk from raw materials like gold; a hypothetical **10% change in the cost of these materials** would impact net earnings by approximately **$0.6 million**[357](index=357&type=chunk) [Financial Statements and Supplementary Data](index=67&type=section&id=Item%208.%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Supplementary%20Data) This section refers to the consolidated financial statements and supplementary data located in Part IV, Item 15 of the annual report - The company's consolidated financial statements and notes are filed as part of Item 15 of the annual report[359](index=359&type=chunk) [Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure](index=67&type=section&id=Item%209.%20Changes%20in%20and%20Disagreements%20with%20Accountants%20on%20Accounting%20and%20Financial%20Disclosure) The company reports no changes in or disagreements with its accountants on accounting and financial disclosure - The company reports no changes in or disagreements with its accountants on accounting and financial disclosure[359](index=359&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=67&type=section&id=Item%209A.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded disclosure controls were ineffective as of June 30, 2023, due to a material weakness in IT general controls over inventory costing - Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as of June 30, 2023, due to a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting[360](index=360&type=chunk)[363](index=363&type=chunk) - The material weakness identified involves deficiencies in IT general controls (user access, segregation of duties) for an inventory costing system and a failure to test controls over the reliability of inventory costing[364](index=364&type=chunk) - A remediation plan is being implemented to improve IT general controls and to identify and test controls related to inventory costing[365](index=365&type=chunk)[366](index=366&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=69&type=section&id=Item%209B.%20Other%20Information) Executive Chairman Mike Chang and CFO Yifan Liang adopted Rule 10b5-1 trading plans in Q4 FY2023 for common share sales Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plans Adopted in Q4 FY2023 | Name | Title | Date of Adoption | Aggregate Shares to be Sold | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Mike Chang | Executive Chairman | May 26, 2023 | 180,000 | | Yifan Liang | Chief Financial Officer | May 24, 2023 | 80,000 | [Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections](index=69&type=section&id=Item%209C.%20Disclosure%20Regarding%20Foreign%20Jurisdictions%20that%20Prevent%20Inspections.) This item is not applicable to the company - This item is not applicable to the company[373](index=373&type=chunk) Part III [Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance](index=70&type=section&id=Item%2010.%20Directors%2C%20Executive%20Officers%20and%20Corporate%20Governance) Information on directors, executive officers, and corporate governance is incorporated by reference from the 2023 Proxy Statement - Information regarding directors, executive officers, and corporate governance is incorporated by reference from the 2023 Proxy Statement[376](index=376&type=chunk) [Executive Compensation](index=70&type=section&id=Item%2011.%20Executive%20Compensation) Information regarding executive compensation is incorporated by reference from the 2023 Proxy Statement - Information regarding executive compensation is incorporated by reference from the 2023 Proxy Statement[377](index=377&type=chunk) [Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters](index=70&type=section&id=Item%2012.%20Security%20Ownership%20of%20Certain%20Beneficial%20Owners%20and%20Management%20and%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters) Information regarding security ownership and equity compensation plans is incorporated by reference from the 2023 Proxy Statement - Information regarding security ownership and equity compensation plans is incorporated by reference from the 2023 Proxy Statement[378](index=378&type=chunk) [Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence](index=70&type=section&id=Item%2013.%20Certain%20Relationships%20and%20Related%20Transactions%2C%20and%20Director%20Independence) Information regarding related party transactions and director independence is incorporated by reference from the 2023 Proxy Statement - Information regarding related party transactions and director independence is incorporated by reference from the 2023 Proxy Statement[379](index=379&type=chunk) [Principal Accountant Fees and Services](index=70&type=section&id=Item%2014.%20Principal%20Accountant%20Fees%20and%20Services) Information regarding principal accountant fees and services is incorporated by reference from the 2023 Proxy Statement - Information regarding principal accountant fees and services is incorporated by reference from the 2023 Proxy Statement[380](index=380&type=chunk) Part IV [Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules](index=71&type=section&id=Item%2015.%20Exhibits%20and%20Financial%20Statement%20Schedules) This section includes consolidated financial statements, schedules, and auditor reports, noting a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting - This section includes the consolidated financial statements, notes, and financial statement schedules[383](index=383&type=chunk) - The report of the independent registered public accounting firm, Baker Tilly US, LLP, states that the company did not maintain effective internal control over financial reporting as of June 30, 2023, due to a material weakness related to inventory costing controls[387](index=387&type=chunk)[388](index=388&type=chunk)

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (NASDAQ:AOSL) Q4 2023 Earnings Conference Call August 9, 2023 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Yujia Zhai - The Blueshirt Group, Investor Relations Stephen Chang - Chief Executive Officer Yifan Liang - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants David Williams - Benchmark Craig Ellis - B. Riley Securities Kyle Smith - Stifel Nicolaus Yujia Zhai Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to Alpha and Omega Semiconductor's Conference Call to discuss Fiscal 2023 Fourth ...

Product Development and Innovation - The company introduced over 130 new products in the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, and 56 new products during the nine months ended March 31, 2023, expanding its portfolio to approximately 2,500 products[168] - The company holds a total of 910 patents and 52 patent applications in the United States, along with 971 foreign patents as of March 31, 2023, reflecting its extensive R&D efforts[168] - Timely product introductions that meet customer specifications are essential for securing design wins, with a focus on accelerating the development of new technology platforms[182] - The company continues to invest in new technologies and products, with research and development expenses expected to fluctuate over time[190] Financial Performance - Revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2023, was $132.56 million, a decrease from $203.24 million in the same period of 2022, representing a decline of approximately 34.7%[201] - Total revenue for Q1 2023 was $132.6 million, a decrease of $70.7 million, or 34.8%, compared to $203.2 million in Q1 2022[205] - Total revenue for the nine months ended March 31, 2023, was $529.8 million, a decrease of $53.8 million, or 9.2%, compared to $583.6 million for the same period last year[206] - The company reported a net income of $13.5 million for the nine months ended March 31, 2023, significantly lower than the $438.1 million reported for the same period in 2022[234][235] Cost and Margin Analysis - Cost of goods sold for the three months ended March 31, 2023, was $101.77 million, which is 76.8% of revenue, compared to 64.4% in the same period of 2022[201] - Gross profit for the three months ended March 31, 2023, was $30.79 million, down from $72.40 million in the same period of 2022, reflecting a gross margin of 23.2%[201] - Gross profit for Q1 2023 was $30.8 million, a decrease of $41.6 million, or 57.5%, with a gross margin of 23.2%, down from 35.6% in Q1 2022[207] - Gross margin for the nine months ended March 31, 2023, was 29.2%, down from 35.2% for the same period last year[208] Research and Development Expenses - Research and development expenses increased to $22.58 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023, compared to $16.55 million in the same period of 2022, representing 17.0% of revenue[201] - Research and development expenses for Q1 2023 were $22.6 million, an increase of $6.0 million, or 36.5%, compared to $16.5 million in Q1 2022[210] - Research and development expenses for the nine months ended March 31, 2023, were $65.4 million, an increase of $14.6 million, or 28.6%, compared to $50.9 million for the same period last year[211] Operating Expenses and Losses - Total operating expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2023, were $45.19 million, which is 34.1% of revenue, compared to 20.2% in the same period of 2022[201] - The company reported an operating loss of $14.40 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023, compared to an operating income of $31.23 million in the same period of 2022[201] - The company expects operating expenses as a percentage of revenue to fluctuate due to cost control measures in response to market conditions[189] Market Conditions and Revenue Influences - The company experienced a decline in the PC market, which has negatively impacted revenue, and is executing strategies to diversify its product portfolio and penetrate other market segments[178] - Revenue is subject to fluctuations based on distributor ordering patterns and seasonality, particularly influenced by economic conditions and demand from major customers[183] - The company anticipates a decline in average selling prices of existing products but aims to offset this through new product introductions and cost reductions[181] Joint Ventures and Partnerships - The company's equity interest in the joint venture (JV Company) was reduced to 42.2% as of March 31, 2023, following several transactions aimed at increasing the JV's capital flexibility[175] - The JV Company is expected to provide significant foundry capacity, with a monthly wafer production capacity guarantee established on July 12, 2022, to support the company's manufacturing needs[176] - The company entered into a license agreement for its proprietary SiC technology, with a total fee of $45 million, including an upfront fee of $18 million[187] - The Company entered into a license and engineering service agreement for its Silicon Carbide technology, with a total fee of $45 million, including an upfront fee of $18 million received in March 2023[222] Cash Flow and Financial Position - As of March 31, 2023, the company had $266.2 million in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, down from $314.7 million as of June 30, 2022[231] - Net cash provided by operating activities for the nine months ended March 31, 2023 was $48.7 million, a decrease of 74.8% compared to $193.2 million for the same period in 2022[232][234] - The net cash used in investing activities was $90.6 million for the nine months ended March 31, 2023, primarily due to $91.3 million in purchases of property and equipment[236] - The company believes its current cash and cash equivalents will be sufficient to meet anticipated cash needs for at least the next twelve months, while planning to expand manufacturing capacity[230] Debt and Credit Facilities - A subsidiary in China secured a line of credit facility of approximately RMB 140 million ($20.6 million) for working capital, with no outstanding balance as of March 31, 2023[223] - Jireh Semiconductor has an outstanding balance of $40.5 million on a term loan agreement, which matures on February 16, 2027, and is in compliance with the required financial covenants[225] Taxation - Income tax expense for the three months ended March 31, 2023 was approximately $2.5 million, a decrease of $0.4 million or (13.3)% compared to $2.9 million for the same period last year[217] - The effective tax rate for the three months ended March 31, 2023 was (15.2)%, compared to 7.4% for the same period last year, influenced by changes in the mix of earnings across geographic jurisdictions[217] - The Company recognized income tax expense of approximately $5.6 million for the nine months ended March 31, 2023, a significant decrease of $32.8 million or (85.5)% compared to $38.3 million for the same period last year[218] Other Financial Information - Other income (loss), net decreased by $0.8 million to $(513,000) for the three months ended March 31, 2023, primarily due to an increase in foreign currency exchange loss, representing a change of (295.1)% compared to the same period last year[214] - Interest income (expense), net increased by $0.3 million to $5,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2023, primarily due to a $1.2 million increase in interest income, partially offset by a $0.9 million increase in interest expense, resulting in a change of (101.6)% compared to the same period last year[215] - Non-cash expenses for the nine months ended March 31, 2023 totaled $63.2 million, including $34.1 million in share-based compensation and $31.2 million in depreciation and amortization[234] - The company experienced a $21.7 million increase in inventories due to preparations for supply chain uncertainties[234] - There were no material changes in the company's contractual obligations from those disclosed in the previous fiscal year[241] - As of March 31, 2023, the company had no off-balance sheet arrangements[239] - There have been no material changes in market risks previously disclosed in the annual report for the year ended June 30, 2022[244]