Core Insights - Universal Display (NASDAQ: OLED) is on the verge of significant developments, yet the market appears largely unaware of its potential [1] - The company's near-term revenue growth may seem unremarkable at first glance, but deeper analysis reveals promising opportunities [1] Company Overview - Universal Display specializes in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technology, which is increasingly being adopted across various sectors, including consumer electronics and automotive [1] - The company has a strong position in the OLED market, which is expected to grow significantly in the coming years due to rising demand for high-quality displays [1] Market Dynamics - The overall market for OLED technology is expanding, driven by advancements in display technology and increasing consumer preferences for OLED screens [1] - Despite the current perception of slow revenue growth, the underlying trends suggest a robust future for Universal Display as the industry evolves [1]

Financial Performance - Universal Display Corporation (OLED) reported second-quarter 2025 net income of $67.3 million or $1.41 per share, an increase from $52.3 million or $1.10 in the same quarter last year, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 23 cents [3] - Revenues for the quarter reached $171.8 million, up from $158.5 million year over year, exceeding the consensus estimate of $162 million, driven by higher royalty and licensing revenues [4][10] - Material sales contributed $88.6 million to revenues, a decrease from $95.4 million in the prior-year quarter, while revenues from green emitter sales declined to $64 million from $72 million [5] Revenue Breakdown - Revenues from royalties and license fees were $75.7 million, up from $59.6 million in the year-ago quarter, surpassing the estimate of $64.4 million [6] - Contract research services generated $7.4 million in revenues, compared to $3.5 million in the prior-year quarter, beating the estimate of $3.6 million [6] Operational Metrics - Quarterly gross profit was $132.6 million, compared to $120.2 million in the prior-year quarter, with a gross margin of 77%, up from 76% a year ago [7] - Operating income was $68.5 million with a margin of 40%, compared to $56.4 million and 36% in the year-ago quarter [7] Cash Flow and Liquidity - In the first half of fiscal 2025, OLED generated $82.5 million in cash from operating activities, down from $139.2 million in the year-ago period [8] - As of June 30, 2025, the company had $95.8 million in cash and cash equivalents [8] Guidance and Market Outlook - For 2025, OLED upgraded its revenue guidance to a range of $650-700 million, up from the previous forecast of $640-700 million, with a predicted gross margin of 76-77% [9][10] - The company remains optimistic about long-term growth potential, driven by increasing OLED adoption in consumer electronics and automotive sectors [11]

Company Performance - Universal Display Corp. reported quarterly earnings of $1.41 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.18 per share, and up from $1.1 per share a year ago, representing an earnings surprise of +19.49% [1][2] - The company posted revenues of $171.79 million for the quarter ended June 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 5.86%, and an increase from $158.51 million year-over-year [3] Earnings Outlook - The current consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is $1.22 on revenues of $167.28 million, and for the current fiscal year, it is $5.03 on revenues of $669.23 million [8] - The estimate revisions trend for Universal Display was mixed ahead of the earnings release, resulting in a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold) for the stock, indicating expected performance in line with the market [7] Industry Context - Universal Display operates within the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry, which is currently ranked in the top 31% of over 250 Zacks industries, suggesting a favorable industry outlook [9] - The company has consistently surpassed consensus EPS estimates over the last four quarters, indicating strong performance relative to market expectations [2][3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record performance in Q2 2025 with revenue of $172 million, up from $159 million in Q2 2024, representing an increase of approximately 8.2% [6][14] - Net income for Q2 2025 was $67 million, or $1.41 per diluted share, compared to $52 million, or $1.10 per diluted share in the same period last year, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 28.8% in net income [18] - The company raised the low end of its 2025 revenue guidance to a range of $650 million to $700 million [6][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total material sales in Q2 2025 were $89 million, down from $95 million in Q2 2024 [15] - Green emitter sales were $64 million, compared to $72 million in the prior year, while red emitter sales increased slightly to $24 million from $23 million [15] - Royalty and license fees increased to $76 million in Q2 2025 from $60 million in Q2 2024 [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The OLED market is projected to grow significantly, with IT units expected to double from 23 million in 2024 to 48.6 million in 2027 [6] - Automotive OLED display shipments are forecasted to grow by over 300% from 2.8 million units in 2024 to 9.1 million units in 2029 [8] - The company noted that OLED adoption in the automotive sector is expanding, particularly among luxury brands and new energy vehicles [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to maintain its leadership position in the OLED ecosystem by focusing on innovation and product leadership [20] - The strategic foundation includes a robust global infrastructure, a flexible supply chain, and deepening customer relationships [20] - The company is committed to advancing its proprietary AIML platform to enhance material research and development [11][20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the OLED industry's growth trajectory despite macroeconomic uncertainties [6] - The company believes that the OLED industry is entering a new phase of expansion driven by increasing demand in consumer electronics and automotive markets [6] - Management highlighted the importance of upcoming Gen 8.6 OLED fabs from major manufacturers as a pivotal shift in medium-sized OLED manufacturing [7] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with approximately $932 million in cash, cash equivalents, and investments [18] - A quarterly dividend of $0.45 was approved and paid to shareholders [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Benefits from foldable phones versus traditional smartphones - The company sees incremental revenues from foldable phones due to increased surface area, estimating material usage could be 2 to 3 times that of traditional smartphones [24][25] Question: Revenue from Blue development emitter - The company recorded $1.1 million in Blue revenues for the quarter, totaling $2.2 million for the first half of the year [28] Question: Increase in contract research service revenue - The increase is attributed to recent successes in the Adhesives business, which operates independently from the OLED business [32][34] Question: Use of AI and ML in material research - AI and ML have accelerated the determination of successful pathways in OLED development, supported by a large OLED database [36] Question: Revenue guidance and seasonality - The company indicated that the strong first half of the year aligns with their original plans, and they expect the rest of the year to continue as forecasted [41][43] Question: Design activity in tandem architecture - Tandem architecture is primarily used in IT and automotive segments, with significant growth opportunities as OLED penetration in IT is currently low [52][54]

PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION [ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)](index=4&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements%20(unaudited)) This section presents the unaudited consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets, statements of income, comprehensive income, shareholders' equity, and cash flows, along with detailed notes explaining the company's business, significant accounting policies, and specific financial line items for the periods ended June 30, 2025, and December 31, 2024 [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=4&type=page&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) This section provides a snapshot of the company's financial position, detailing assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity as of June 30, 2025, and December 31, 2024 Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands): | Metric | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | Change | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | :----- | | Total Assets | $1,931,698 | $1,832,333 | +$99,365 | | Total Liabilities | $217,086 | $215,808 | +$1,278 | | Total Shareholders' Equity | $1,714,612 | $1,616,525 | +$98,087 | | Current Assets | $1,010,802 | $899,831 | +$110,971 | | Current Liabilities | $125,555 | $125,410 | +$145 | | Cash and cash equivalents | $95,804 | $98,980 | -$3,176 | | Short-term investments | $429,404 | $393,690 | +$35,714 | | Accounts receivable | $147,043 | $113,648 | +$33,395 | | Inventory | $208,199 | $182,938 | +$25,261 | [Consolidated Statements of Income](index=5&type=page&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Income) This section presents the company's financial performance, including revenue, gross margin, operating income, and net income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, and 2024 Consolidated Statements of Income Highlights (in thousands): | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 | Change (YoY) | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------- | | Total Revenue | $171,794 | $158,505 | +8.4% | | Material sales | $88,650 | $95,442 | -7.1% | | Royalty and license fees | $75,667 | $59,551 | +27.1% | | Contract research services | $7,477 | $3,512 | +112.9% | | Gross margin | $132,591 | $120,177 | +10.3% | | Operating income | $68,540 | $56,437 | +21.4% | | Net income | $67,264 | $52,337 | +28.5% | | Basic EPS | $1.41 | $1.10 | +28.2% | | Diluted EPS | $1.41 | $1.10 | +28.2% | | Cash Dividends Declared Per Common Share | $0.45 | $0.40 | +12.5% | Consolidated Statements of Income Highlights (in thousands): | Metric | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 | Change (YoY) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------- | | Total Revenue | $338,071 | $323,764 | +4.4% | | Material sales | $174,805 | $188,726 | -7.4% | | Royalty and license fees | $149,236 | $127,819 | +16.8% | | Contract research services | $14,030 | $7,219 | +94.3% | | Gross margin | $260,734 | $248,467 | +4.9% | | Operating income | $138,204 | $119,309 | +15.8% | | Net income | $131,708 | $109,190 | +20.6% | | Basic EPS | $2.77 | $2.29 | +20.9% | | Diluted EPS | $2.76 | $2.29 | +20.5% | | Cash Dividends Declared Per Common Share | $0.90 | $0.80 | +12.5% | [Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income](index=6&type=page&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Income) This section details the company's comprehensive income, including net income and other comprehensive income (loss) components for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, and 2024 Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income Highlights (in thousands): | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 | Change (YoY) | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------- | | Net Income | $67,264 | $52,337 | +28.5% | | Total Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income | $(141) | $(866) | +83.7% | | Comprehensive Income | $67,123 | $51,471 | +30.4% | Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income Highlights (in thousands): | Metric | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 | Change (YoY) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------- | | Net Income | $131,708 | $109,190 | +20.6% | | Total Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income | $1,208 | $(3,574) | N/A (swing from loss to gain) | | Comprehensive Income | $132,916 | $105,616 | +25.8% | - Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was **$1,001k**, a **significant positive swing** compared to a loss of **$(2,976)k** in the prior year[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity](index=7&type=page&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Shareholders'%20Equity) This section outlines changes in the company's shareholders' equity, reflecting net income, other comprehensive income, dividends, and stock-based compensation for the six months ended June 30, 2025 Shareholders' Equity Changes (in thousands): | Metric | Balance Dec 31, 2024 | Net Income (6M 2025) | Other Comprehensive Income (6M 2025) | Cash Dividends Declared (6M 2025) | Stock-based Compensation & ESPP (6M 2025) | Balance June 30, 2025 | | :-------------------------- | :------------------- | :------------------- | :--------------------------------- | :-------------------------------- | :----------------------------------------- | :-------------------- | | Total Shareholders' Equity | $1,616,525 | $131,708 | $1,208 | $(43,179) | $8,350 | $1,714,612 | [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=9&type=page&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) This section summarizes the company's cash inflows and outflows from operating, investing, and financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2025, and 2024 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Highlights (Six Months Ended June 30, in thousands): | Metric | 2025 | 2024 | Change (YoY) | | :------------------------------------ | :--------- | :--------- | :----------- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $82,498 | $139,169 | -40.8% | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(34,487) | $(93,471) | +63.1% (less cash used) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(51,187) | $(44,827) | +14.2% | | (Decrease) Increase in cash and cash equivalents | $(3,176) | $871 | N/A (swing from increase to decrease) | | Cash and cash equivalents, end of period | $95,804 | $92,856 | +3.2% | - The decrease in operating cash flow was primarily due to increases in **accounts receivable ($33.4 million)**, **inventory ($25.3 million)**, and **other assets ($28.0 million)**[204](index=204&type=chunk) - The increase in cash used in financing activities was driven by **higher cash dividends paid ($4.1 million increase)** and **increased payment of withholding taxes related to stock-based compensation ($2.1 million increase)**[207](index=207&type=chunk) [Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements](index=10&type=page&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section provides detailed explanations and disclosures supporting the consolidated financial statements, covering accounting policies, specific accounts, and other financial information [Note 1. BUSINESS](index=10&type=page&id=1.%20BUSINESS) Universal Display Corporation is a leader in the research, development, and commercialization of organic light emitting diode (OLED) technologies and materials for display and solid-state lighting applications. The company's core strategy involves developing and selling proprietary OLED materials and licensing its extensive portfolio of over 6,500 patents - The company is a leader in **OLED technologies and materials** for display (mobile, TV, AR/VR, automotive) and solid-state lighting applications[23](index=23&type=chunk) - Primary business strategy: (1) develop and sell new OLED materials, and (2) license proprietary OLED material, device design, and manufacturing technologies[24](index=24&type=chunk) - The company owns, exclusively licenses, or has the sole right to sublicense more than **6,500 patents** issued and pending worldwide[24](index=24&type=chunk) [Note 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES](index=10&type=page&id=2.%20SUMMARY%20OF%20SIGNIFICANT%20ACCOUNTING%20POLICIES) This note outlines the company's key accounting principles, including interim financial reporting, consolidation, segment reporting, management estimates, inventory valuation, fair value measurements, minority equity investments, lease accounting, revenue recognition, cost of sales, R&D, restructuring, patent costs, amortization of intangibles, foreign currency translation, income taxes, share-based payments, and recent accounting pronouncements [Interim Financial Information](index=10&type=page&id=Interim%20Financial%20Information) This section details the preparation of unaudited consolidated financial statements in accordance with SEC interim reporting requirements - Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements are prepared in accordance with **SEC requirements** for interim reporting, including normal recurring adjustments[26](index=26&type=chunk) [Principles of Consolidation](index=10&type=page&id=Principles%20of%20Consolidation) This section explains that consolidated financial statements include Universal Display Corporation and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, with intercompany transactions eliminated - The Consolidated Financial Statements include Universal Display Corporation and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, with all intercompany transactions eliminated[27](index=27&type=chunk) [Segment Information](index=12&type=page&id=Segment%20Information) The company operates as one reportable business segment focused on OLED technologies and materials, including its Adesis subsidiary - The company has **one reportable business segment**: OLED technologies and materials. Adesis, a subsidiary providing contract development and manufacturing support, is included within this segment[28](index=28&type=chunk) [Management's Use of Estimates](index=12&type=page&id=Management's%20Use%20of%20Estimates) Financial statements require management to make estimates and assumptions in areas such as revenue recognition, useful life of acquired intangibles, inventory, investments, and income taxes - Financial statements require management to make estimates and assumptions in areas such as revenue recognition, useful life of acquired intangibles, inventory, investments, and income taxes[30](index=30&type=chunk) [Inventories](index=12&type=page&id=Inventories) Inventories are valued at the lower of cost (FIFO) or net realizable value, with regular assessments for obsolescence or excess usage - Inventories are stated at the **lower of cost (FIFO) or net realizable value**, with quarterly assessments for obsolescence or excess usage[31](index=31&type=chunk) [Fair Value of Financial Instruments](index=12&type=page&id=Fair%20Value%20of%20Financial%20Instruments) Carrying values of short-term financial instruments approximate fair value, with most cash equivalents and investments carried at fair value - Carrying values of short-term financial instruments approximate fair value; cash equivalents and most investments are carried at fair value[32](index=32&type=chunk) [Minority Equity Investments](index=13&type=page&id=Minority%20Equity%20Investments) Minority equity investments are accounted for at cost less impairments, adjusted for observable price changes, as fair values are not readily determinable - Minority equity investments are accounted for as equity securities without readily determinable fair values, based on original cost less impairments, adjusted for observable price changes[33](index=33&type=chunk) [Leases](index=13&type=page&id=Leases) The company recognizes right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for operating leases, measured at the present value of unpaid lease payments - The company recognizes right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for operating leases, measured at the present value of unpaid lease payments using an incremental borrowing rate[35](index=35&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2025, the company had **no leases** that qualified as financing arrangements[35](index=35&type=chunk) [Revenue Recognition and Deferred Revenue](index=13&type=page&id=Revenue%20Recognition%20and%20Deferred%20Revenue) Revenue from material sales is recognized when title passes, while licenses and combined agreements are treated as single performance obligations, and contract research services are recognized as performed - Revenue from material sales is generally recognized when title passes. Licenses and materials sold under combined agreements are accounted for as a single performance obligation[37](index=37&type=chunk)[39](index=39&type=chunk) - Contract research services revenue is earned by Adesis and recognized as services are performed[41](index=41&type=chunk) - The company has long-term commercial agreements with major OLED display manufacturers including Samsung Display, LG Display, BOE, CSOT, Visionox, and Tianma[43](index=43&type=chunk)[45](index=45&type=chunk)[46](index=46&type=chunk)[47](index=47&type=chunk)[48](index=48&type=chunk)[49](index=49&type=chunk) [Cost of Sales](index=17&type=page&id=Cost%20of%20Sales) Cost of sales includes labor, material costs, depreciation of manufacturing equipment, overhead, and inventory adjustments - Cost of sales includes labor and material costs from production at PPG and internal facilities, depreciation of manufacturing equipment, overhead, and inventory adjustments[51](index=51&type=chunk) [Research and Development](index=17&type=page&id=Research%20and%20Development) Expenditures for research and development are expensed as incurred - Expenditures for research and development are charged to expense as incurred[52](index=52&type=chunk) [Restructuring](index=17&type=page&id=Restructuring) The company recorded $602,000 in restructuring costs during the six months ended June 30, 2025, related to facility closure and relocation - The company recorded **$602,000 of restructuring costs** during the six months ended June 30, 2025, related to the closure of the OVJP Corp facility in California and relocation of operations[54](index=54&type=chunk) [Patent Costs](index=17&type=page&id=Patent%20Costs) Costs associated with patent applications, prosecution, defense, and maintenance are expensed as incurred, unless defense costs increase patent value - Costs associated with patent applications, prosecution, defense, and maintenance are expensed as incurred, unless defense costs increase patent value[55](index=55&type=chunk) [Amortization of Acquired Technology](index=17&type=page&id=Amortization%20of%20Acquired%20Technology) Amortization costs primarily relate to technology acquired from Merck KGaA and BASF, amortized over 10 years, totaling $8.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025 - Amortization costs primarily relate to technology acquired from Merck KGaA and BASF, amortized over a period of **10 years**[56](index=56&type=chunk) - Amortization expense related to acquired technology was **$8.4 million** for both six months ended June 30, 2025 and 2024[78](index=78&type=chunk) [Amortization of Other Intangible Assets](index=17&type=page&id=Amortization%20of%20Other%20Intangible%20Assets) Other intangible assets from the Adesis acquisition are amortized over 10 to 15 years, with $708,000 expense for the six months ended June 30, 2025 - Other intangible assets from the Adesis acquisition are being amortized over a period of **10 to 15 years**[57](index=57&type=chunk) - Amortization expense related to other intangible assets was **$708,000** for the six months ended June 30, 2025[83](index=83&type=chunk) [Translation of Foreign Currency Financial Statements and Foreign Currency Transactions](index=17&type=page&id=Translation%20of%20Foreign%20Currency%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Foreign%20Currency%20Transactions) The company's reporting currency is the U.S. dollar, with translation adjustments recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), and foreign currency effects generally insignificant - The company's reporting currency is the U.S. dollar; translation adjustments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)[58](index=58&type=chunk) - The overall effect of foreign currency translation has been insignificant, except for a Korean Won-denominated withholding tax receivable[58](index=58&type=chunk) [Income Taxes](index=19&type=page&id=Income%20Taxes) Income taxes are accounted for under the asset and liability method, recognizing deferred tax assets and liabilities for temporary differences, with ongoing evaluation of recent tax reform - Income taxes are accounted for under the asset and liability method, recognizing deferred tax assets and liabilities for temporary differences[59](index=59&type=chunk) - The company is evaluating the full effects of **H.R. 1**, a U.S. tax reform bill enacted July 4, 2025, on its estimated annual effective tax rate and cash tax position[60](index=60&type=chunk) [Share-Based Payment Awards](index=19&type=page&id=Share-Based%20Payment%20Awards) The grant-date fair value of equity-based awards (ESPP, restricted stock, performance units) is recognized as compensation expense over the service period, with performance units subject to specific vesting requirements - The grant-date fair value of equity-based awards (ESPP, restricted stock, performance units) is recognized as compensation expense over the service period[61](index=61&type=chunk)[62](index=62&type=chunk) - Performance unit awards are subject to either performance-based or market-based vesting requirements[63](index=63&type=chunk) [Recent Accounting Pronouncements](index=19&type=page&id=Recent%20Accounting%20Pronouncements) The company adopted ASU No. 2024-01 with no financial statement impact and is evaluating ASU No. 2023-09 and ASU No. 2024-03 for future periods - Adopted **ASU No. 2024-01 (Stock Compensation)** on January 1, 2025, with **no impact** on financial statements[64](index=64&type=chunk) - Evaluating **ASU No. 2023-09 (Income Tax Disclosures)**, effective for annual periods after December 15, 2024[65](index=65&type=chunk) - Evaluating **ASU No. 2024-03 (Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses)**, effective for annual periods after December 15, 2026[66](index=66&type=chunk) [Note 3. CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND INVESTMENTS](index=21&type=page&id=3.%20CASH,%20CASH%20EQUIVALENTS%20AND%20INVESTMENTS) This note details the company's portfolio of cash, cash equivalents, and investments, primarily consisting of U.S. Government bonds. Cash equivalents are highly liquid debt instruments with short maturities, while other debt securities are classified as available-for-sale. The company also holds minority equity investments in privately held early-stage companies - The company's portfolio of marketable fixed income securities consists of **U.S. Government bonds**[67](index=67&type=chunk) Cash and Cash Equivalents (in thousands): | Category | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | | Cash accounts in banking institutions | $95,187 | $96,318 | | Money market accounts | $617 | $2,662 | | **Total** | **$95,804** | **$98,980** | Short-term Investments (in thousands): | Category | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | | U.S. Government bonds | $428,842 | $393,536 | | Marketable securities | $562 | $154 | | **Total** | **$429,404** | **$393,690** | - Minority equity investments in **seven entities** totaled **$22.1 million** as of June 30, 2025, up from six entities and **$18.6 million** at December 31, 2024[72](index=72&type=chunk) [Note 4. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS](index=23&type=page&id=4.%20FAIR%20VALUE%20MEASUREMENTS) This note provides details on assets and liabilities carried at fair value, categorized into Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 inputs. The company's U.S. Government bonds, cash equivalents, and marketable securities are primarily classified as Level 1, indicating active market quoted prices. No credit losses on debt investments were recorded for the periods presented - Fair value measurements are categorized into **Level 1** (quoted prices in active markets), **Level 2** (observable inputs), and **Level 3** (unobservable inputs)[73](index=73&type=chunk) - Short-term and long-term U.S. Government bonds, cash equivalents, and short-term marketable securities are primarily classified as **Level 1**[73](index=73&type=chunk) - There were **no credit losses** on debt investments as of June 30, 2025, or December 31, 2024[74](index=74&type=chunk) [Note 5. INVENTORY](index=23&type=page&id=5.%20INVENTORY) Inventory increased by $25.3 million during the six months ended June 30, 2025, primarily due to strategic raw material purchases. No increase in inventory reserves was recorded for the three months ended June 30, 2025 Inventory (in thousands): | Category | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :---------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | | Raw materials | $128,547 | $106,795 | | Work-in-process | $19,164 | $16,374 | | Finished goods | $60,488 | $59,769 | | **Total Inventory** | **$208,199** | **$182,938** | - The increase in inventory during the six months ended June 30, 2025, was primarily due to **purchases of certain strategic raw materials**[75](index=75&type=chunk) [Note 6. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT](index=25&type=page&id=6.%20PROPERTY%20AND%20EQUIPMENT) Net property and equipment increased to $205.1 million as of June 30, 2025, from $195.2 million at December 31, 2024. This increase was mainly due to additions in building and improvements, and office and lab equipment. Depreciation expense for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was $13.4 million Property and Equipment, Net (in thousands): | Category | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | | Land | $12,230 | $12,230 | | Building and improvements | $134,590 | $131,288 | | Office and lab equipment | $169,602 | $159,448 | | Construction-in-progress | $47,415 | $45,292 | | Less: Accumulated depreciation | $(174,863) | $(169,877) | | **Property and equipment, net** | **$205,131** | **$195,239** | - Depreciation expense was **$13.4 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to **$13.1 million** for the same period in 2024[76](index=76&type=chunk) [Note 7. GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS](index=25&type=page&id=7.%20GOODWILL%20AND%20INTANGIBLE%20ASSETS) The company monitors goodwill recoverability annually. Purchased intangible assets, including acquired technology from Merck KGaA, BASF, and Fujifilm, and other intangibles from the Adesis acquisition, are amortized over their estimated useful lives. Acquired technology amortization expense was $8.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025 - Goodwill recoverability is monitored annually or whenever events indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable[77](index=77&type=chunk) Acquired Technology, Net (in thousands): | Category | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | | Merck KGaA | $66,012 | $66,012 | | BASF | $95,989 | $95,989 | | Fujifilm | $109,462 | $109,462 | | Other | $5,712 | $5,712 | | Less: Accumulated amortization | $(212,007) | $(203,621) | | **Acquired technology, net** | **$65,168** | **$73,554** | - Amortization expense related to acquired technology was **$8.4 million** for both the six months ended June 30, 2025, and 2024[78](index=78&type=chunk) Other Intangible Assets, Net (in thousands): | Category | June 30, 2025 Gross Carrying Amount | June 30, 2025 Accumulated Amortization | June 30, 2025 Net Carrying Amount | | :-------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :-------------------------------- | | Customer relationships | $10,520 | $(8,171) | $2,349 | | Developed IP, processes and recipes | $4,820 | $(2,868) | $1,952 | | Trade name/Trademarks | $1,500 | $(1,343) | $157 | | Other | $448 | $(168) | $280 | | **Total identifiable other intangible assets** | **$17,288** | **$(12,550)** | **$4,738** | [Note 8. OTHER ASSETS](index=27&type=page&id=8.%20OTHER%20ASSETS) Other assets increased to $115.0 million as of June 30, 2025, from $106.8 million at December 31, 2024. This increase was primarily driven by higher long-term taxes receivable and long-term unbilled receivables Other Assets (in thousands): | Category | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | | Long-term taxes receivable | $57,419 | $52,899 | | Long-term unbilled receivables | $31,171 | $24,943 | | Right-of-use assets | $19,067 | $19,867 | | Long-term contract assets | $5,242 | $6,528 | | Other long-term assets | $2,148 | $2,578 | | **Total Other Assets** | **$115,047** | **$106,815** | [Note 9. LEASES](index=27&type=page&id=9.%20LEASES) The company has operating leases for its manufacturing, research and development, and administrative activities. Operating lease cost for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was $1.86 million. As of June 30, 2025, the weighted average remaining lease term was 5.5 years with a weighted average discount rate of 3.7% - Operating lease cost was **$1,858k** for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to **$2,192k** for the same period in 2024[87](index=87&type=chunk) Operating Lease Assets and Liabilities (in thousands): | Category | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | | Right-of-use assets | $19,067 | $19,867 | | Short-term lease liabilities | $4,049 | $3,848 | | Long-term lease liabilities | $17,789 | $19,135 | - As of June 30, 2025, the weighted average remaining lease term was **5.5 years**, and the weighted average discount rate was **3.7%**[87](index=87&type=chunk) [Note 10. ACCRUED EXPENSES](index=29&type=page&id=10.%20ACCRUED%20EXPENSES) Accrued expenses decreased to $44.1 million as of June 30, 2025, from $46.0 million at December 31, 2024. This change was primarily due to a decrease in compensation accruals, partially offset by an increase in the PPG Industries, Inc. agreement accrual Accrued Expenses (in thousands): | Category | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | | Compensation | $20,655 | $28,744 | | PPG Industries, Inc. agreement | $11,982 | $7,759 | | Other | $7,756 | $4,613 | | **Total Accrued Expenses** | **$44,082** | **$46,026** | [Note 11. RESEARCH AND LICENSE AGREEMENTS WITH ACADEMIC PARTNERS](index=30&type=page&id=11.%20RESEARCH%20AND%20LICENSE%20AGREEMENTS%20WITH%20ACADEMIC%20PARTNERS) The company maintains long-standing research and license agreements with academic institutions like Princeton University and the University of Southern California (USC). Royalty expense under the license agreement significantly decreased to $204,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, from $1.7 million in the prior year, while R&D expense for work performed under the USC research agreement was $832,000 - Royalty expense in connection with the license agreement with Princeton and USC was **$204,000** for the six months ended June 30, 2025, a **decrease from $1.7 million** in the prior year[91](index=91&type=chunk) - Research and development expense for work performed under the USC agreement was **$832,000** for the six months ended June 30, 2025[92](index=92&type=chunk) [Note 12. OTHER LIABILITIES](index=30&type=page&id=12.%20OTHER%20LIABILITIES) Other liabilities decreased slightly to $34.0 million as of June 30, 2025, from $35.4 million at December 31, 2024, primarily due to a decrease in long-term lease liabilities Other Liabilities (in thousands): | Category | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | | Long-term lease liabilities | $17,789 | $19,135 | | Long-term taxes payable | $15,749 | $15,749 | | Other long-term liabilities | $484 | $527 | | **Total Other Liabilities** | **$34,022** | **$35,411** | [Note 13. EQUITY AND CASH COMPENSATION UNDER THE PPG AGREEMENT](index=30&type=page&id=13.%20EQUITY%20AND%20CASH%20COMPENSATION%20UNDER%20THE%20PPG%20AGREEMENT) The company has an Amended and Restated OLED Materials Supply and Service Agreement with PPG, extended through December 31, 2025. PPG assists in developing and supplying OLED materials on a cost-plus basis, with compensation partly payable in cash or common stock (no shares issued to date). The company's manufacturing site in Shannon, Ireland, is operated by a PPG affiliate - The New OLED Materials Agreement with PPG, extended through **December 31, 2025**, involves PPG assisting in developing and supplying OLED materials[94](index=94&type=chunk) - Compensation to PPG is on a cost-plus basis, with up to **50% of certain services** payable in cash or common stock; **no shares** have been issued since the contract's inception[95](index=95&type=chunk) - The company's manufacturing site in Shannon, Ireland, purchased in September 2023 and operational since June 2022, has PPG SCM Ireland Limited providing operation and maintenance services[97](index=97&type=chunk) - Research and development expense related to PPG was **$8.7 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2025[98](index=98&type=chunk) [Note 14. SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY](index=32&type=page&id=14.%20SHAREHOLDERS'%20EQUITY) The company has authorized preferred and common stock, with 200,000 Series A Preferred shares and 48,899,719 common shares issued as of June 30, 2025. A $100.0 million share repurchase program was approved in April 2025, though no shares were repurchased in the current quarter. Cash dividends of $0.45 per common share were declared for the quarter - As of June 30, 2025, **200,000 shares of Series A Nonconvertible Preferred Stock** were outstanding[101](index=101&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2025, **48,899,719 shares of common stock** were issued, with **47,534,071 shares outstanding**[102](index=102&type=chunk) - The Board approved a **$100.0 million share repurchase program** on April 29, 2025; **no shares were repurchased** during the three or six months ended June 30, 2025[103](index=103&type=chunk) - Cash dividends declared: **$0.45 per common share ($21.6 million)** for the three months ended June 30, 2025, and **$0.90 per common share ($43.2 million)** for the six months ended June 30, 2025[104](index=104&type=chunk) [Note 15. ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)](index=33&type=page&id=15.%20ACCUMULATED%20OTHER%20COMPREHENSIVE%20INCOME%20(LOSS)) Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) shifted from a loss of $(1,055)k at December 31, 2024, to a gain of $153k at June 30, 2025. This positive change was primarily driven by a $1,001k other comprehensive gain on available-for-sale securities and a positive foreign currency translation adjustment Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (in thousands, net of tax): | Metric | Balance Dec 31, 2024 | Other Comprehensive Gain (6M 2025) | Reclassification to Net Income (6M 2025) | Change During Period | Balance June 30, 2025 | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------- | :--------------------------------- | :--------------------------------------- | :------------------- | :-------------------- | | Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Available-for-Sale Securities | $1,269 | $1,001 | — | $1,001 | $2,270 | | Net Unrealized (Loss) Gain on Retirement Plan | $(2,106) | — | $9 | $9 | $(2,097) | | Cumulative Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment | $(218) | $198 | — | $198 | $(20) | | **Total** | **$(1,055)** | **$1,199** | **$9** | **$1,208** | **$153** | [Note 16. STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION](index=33&type=page&id=16.%20STOCK-BASED%20COMPENSATION) The company grants equity-based awards under its 2023 Equity Compensation Plan, including restricted stock awards/units and performance unit awards, with compensation expense recognized over the service period. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) and Scientific Advisory Board Awards also contribute to stock-based compensation - The **2023 Equity Compensation Plan** was approved, with **1,112,831 shares** remaining available for grant as of June 30, 2025[108](index=108&type=chunk) - During the six months ended June 30, 2025, the company granted **102,313 restricted stock awards/units** with a total fair value of **$11.1 million**[110](index=110&type=chunk) - During the six months ended June 30, 2025, the company granted **83,073 performance units** with a grant date fair value of **$9.0 million**[115](index=115&type=chunk) Stock-Based Compensation Charges (in thousands): | Expense Category | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 | | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Restricted Stock Awards and Units (SGA) | $1,900 | $2,100 | $3,600 | $4,300 | | Restricted Stock Awards and Units (R&D) | $1,200 | $1,400 | $2,400 | $2,800 | | Restricted Stock Awards and Units (COS) | $432 | $406 | $841 | $842 | | Performance Unit Awards (SGA) | $3,200 | $2,900 | $5,000 | $5,500 | | Performance Unit Awards (R&D) | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,900 | $2,400 | | Performance Unit Awards (COS) | $749 | $718 | $1,200 | $1,500 | | ESPP (SGA) | $33 | $35 | $70 | $72 | | ESPP (R&D) | $46 | $61 | $102 | $137 | | ESPP (COS) | $56 | $46 | $118 | $97 | | Scientific Advisory Board (R&D) | $60 | $60 | $118 | $122 | [Note 17. RETIREMENT PLAN BENEFIT LIABILITY](index=36&type=page&id=17.%20RETREMENT%20PLAN%20BENEFIT%20LIABILITY) The company maintains an unfunded Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (SERP) for certain key employees. Net periodic pension cost for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was $1.85 million, a slight decrease from $1.97 million in the prior year. Total SERP benefit payments for the six months ended June 30, 2025, were $1.0 million - The Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (SERP) is an unfunded plan providing supplemental pension benefits to key employees[126](index=126&type=chunk) Components of Net Periodic Pension Cost (in thousands): | Metric | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 | | :-------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Service cost | $450 | $415 | | Interest cost | $1,393 | $1,221 | | Curtailment charge | — | $312 | | Amortization of prior service cost | $11 | $21 | | **Total net periodic benefit cost** | **$1,854** | **$1,969** | - Total SERP benefit payments for the six months ended June 30, 2025, were **$1.0 million**[126](index=126&type=chunk) [Note 18. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES](index=37&type=page&id=18.%20COMMITMENTS%20AND%20CONTINGENCIES) The company has various commitments, including payments under research and license agreements with academic partners, executive termination benefits, and purchase commitments for inventory with PPG. Patent-related challenges and oppositions are considered ordinary course of business and are expected to increase with the growth of OLED technology and the company's patent portfolio - The company has purchase commitments for inventory of **$40.1 million** as of June 30, 2025, with PPG[131](index=131&type=chunk) - Patent-related challenges and oppositions are frequently commenced in the ordinary course of business and are expected to increase as OLED technology becomes more established and the patent portfolio grows[133](index=133&type=chunk) [Note 19. CONCENTRATION OF RISK](index=38&type=page&id=19.%20CONCENTRATION%20OF%20RISK) The company faces concentration risks from its customer base, with four major customers accounting for a significant portion of revenue and accounts receivable. Geographically, a substantial majority of revenue (96% for Q2 2025) is derived from outside North America, primarily South Korea and China. Additionally, chemical materials are substantially purchased from one supplier Revenue and Accounts Receivable Concentration (Three Months Ended June 30, 2025, in thousands): | Customer | % of Total Revenue | Accounts Receivable | | :------- | :----------------- | :------------------ | | A | 39% | $13,709 | | B | 19% | $38,205 | | C | 17% | $50,018 | | D | 10% | $12,883 | Revenue by Geographic Area (Three Months Ended June 30, in thousands): | Country | 2025 | 2024 | | :------------------ | :--------- | :--------- | | South Korea | $86,522 | $108,194 | | China | $75,920 | $45,236 | | Total non-U.S. locations | $164,677 | $154,959 | | United States | $7,117 | $3,546 | | **Total revenue** | **$171,794** | **$158,505** | - Substantially all chemical materials were purchased from **one supplier (PPG Industries, Inc.)**[135](index=135&type=chunk) [Note 20. INCOME TAXES](index=38&type=page&id=20.%20INCOME%20TAXES) The effective income tax rate for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, was approximately 19.8% and 19.7%, respectively, slightly higher than the prior year due to decreased R&D credits. The company has a long-term receivable of $57.4 million for a Korean withholding tax refund, currently under appeal, and a corresponding $15.7 million long-term payable for estimated U.S. federal tax - The effective income tax rate was **19.8%** for the three months ended June 30, 2025 (vs. **19.3%** in 2024), and **19.7%** for the six months ended June 30, 2025 (vs. **19.3%** in 2024)[136](index=136&type=chunk) - The increase in the effective income tax rate was primarily due to a **decrease in research and development credits**[136](index=136&type=chunk) - The company has recorded a long-term receivable of **$57.4 million** as of June 30, 2025, for an anticipated Korean withholding tax refund, which is currently under appeal[139](index=139&type=chunk) - A foreign exchange gain of **$4.5 million** was recorded for both the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, due to the fluctuation of the Korean Won to the U.S. Dollar and the remeasurement of the Won-denominated receivable[139](index=139&type=chunk) [Note 21. REVENUE RECOGNITION](index=40&type=page&id=21.%20REVENUE%20RECOGNITION) The company recognizes revenue in accordance with ASC Topic 606. For the six months ended June 30, 2025, 96% of revenue was from OLED-related sales and 4% from Adesis services. A cumulative catch-up adjustment increased revenue by $2.6 million due to changes in estimated transaction price, primarily from decreased anticipated customer demand. The backlog for committed purchase orders is $29.9 million, expected to be fulfilled within 90 days - For the six months ended June 30, 2025, **96% of revenue** was from OLED-related sales and **4%** from Adesis services[143](index=143&type=chunk) - The cumulative catch-up adjustment to revenue increased by **$2.6 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2025, primarily due to a **decrease in anticipated demand** by several customers[146](index=146&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2025, the company had **$29.9 million of backlog** associated with committed purchase orders for phosphorescent emitter material, anticipated to be fulfilled within the next **90 days**[144](index=144&type=chunk) [Note 22. NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE](index=42&type=page&id=22.%20NET%20INCOME%20PER%20COMMON%20SHARE) Net income per common share is computed using the two-class method. Basic EPS for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, was $1.41 and $2.77, respectively, while diluted EPS was $1.41 and $2.76. Certain unvested share-based payment awards were excluded from the diluted EPS calculation due to their antidilutive effect - Earnings per share (EPS) is calculated using the **two-class method**, allocating income between common shareholders and participating security holders[147](index=147&type=chunk) Net Income Per Common Share: | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 | | :----- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Basic | $1.41 | $1.10 | $2.77 | $2.29 | | Diluted | $1.41 | $1.10 | $2.76 | $2.29 | - The combined effects of unvested restricted stock awards, restricted stock units, and performance unit awards were excluded from diluted EPS calculation due to their **antidilutive impact** (**99,171 shares** for 3 months 2025; **93,479 shares** for 6 months 2025)[150](index=150&type=chunk) [ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS](index=44&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) This section provides management's perspective on the company's financial condition and results of operations, including an overview of its business, a detailed comparison of financial performance for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 and 2024, and discussions on liquidity, capital resources, and critical accounting policies [CAUTIONARY STATEMENT CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS](index=44&type=section&id=CAUTIONARY%20STATEMENT%20CONCERNING%20FORWARD-LOOKING%20STATEMENTS) This section contains forward-looking statements about future operations, business strategies, and customer relationships, which are subject to substantial risk and uncertainty - This discussion contains forward-looking statements concerning future results of operations, business strategies, and customer relationships, which are based on assumptions and involve substantial risk and uncertainty[154](index=154&type=chunk)[155](index=155&type=chunk) - Readers should not place undue reliance on these statements, and the company does not undertake any duty to update them[155](index=155&type=chunk)[156](index=156&type=chunk) [OVERVIEW](index=44&type=section&id=OVERVIEW) The company is a leader in OLED technologies and materials, generating revenue from material sales, IP licensing, technology development, and contract research services, with strategic manufacturing and relocation initiatives underway - The company is a leader in OLED technologies and materials, deriving revenue from material sales, intellectual property and technology licensing, technology development and support, and contract research services[157](index=157&type=chunk)[161](index=161&type=chunk) - Key long-term agreements are in place with major display manufacturers including Samsung Display, LG Display, BOE, CSOT, Visionox, and Tianma[160](index=160&type=chunk)[163](index=163&type=chunk)[164](index=164&type=chunk)[165](index=165&type=chunk)[166](index=166&type=chunk)[167](index=167&type=chunk)[168](index=168&type=chunk) - OVJP operations are being relocated from California to Singapore and New Jersey, resulting in **$602,000 of restructuring costs** for the six months ended June 30, 2025[170](index=170&type=chunk) - A new manufacturing site in Shannon, Ireland, purchased in September 2023, commenced operations in June 2022 and is expected to **double production capacity**[171](index=171&type=chunk) [RESULTS OF OPERATIONS](index=48&type=section&id=RESULTS%20OF%20OPERATIONS) This section analyzes the company's financial performance, comparing revenue, expenses, and net income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, and 2024 [Comparison of the Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 and 2024](index=48&type=section&id=Comparison%20of%20the%20Three%20Months%20Ended%20June%2030,%202025%20and%202024) For the three months ended June 30, 2025, total revenue increased by 8.4% to $171.8 million, driven by significant growth in royalty and license fees (+27.1%) and contract research services (+112.9%), despite a 7.1% decrease in material sales. Net income rose by 28.5% to $67.3 million Revenue Performance (Three Months Ended June 30, in thousands): | Metric | 2025 | 2024 | Change (YoY) | | :-------------------------- | :--------- | :--------- | :----------- | | Total Revenue | $171,794 | $158,505 | +8.4% | | Material sales | $88,650 | $95,442 | -7.1% | | Royalty and license fees | $75,667 | $59,551 | +27.1% | | Contract research services | $7,477 | $3,512 | +112.9% | - Net income increased by **$14.9 million** to **$67.3 million**[173](index=173&type=chunk) - The decrease in material sales was primarily due to **changes in customer mix** and a **2% decrease in unit material volume**[174](index=174&type=chunk) - The increase in contract research services revenue was primarily due to **increased specialty manufacturing customer demand at Adesis**[179](index=179&type=chunk) - Other income, net, increased significantly due to a **$4.5 million foreign exchange gain** on a Korean Won-denominated withholding tax receivable[186](index=186&type=chunk) [Comparison of the Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 and 2024](index=51&type=section&id=Comparison%20of%20the%20Six%20Months%20Ended%20June%2030,%202025%20and%202024) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, total revenue increased by 4.4% to $338.1 million, driven by a 16.8% increase in royalty and license fees and a 94.3% increase in contract research services, despite a 7.4% decrease in material sales. Net income rose by 20.6% to $131.7 million Revenue Performance (Six Months Ended June 30, in thousands): | Metric | 2025 | 2024 | Change (YoY) | | :-------------------------- | :--------- | :--------- | :----------- | | Total Revenue | $338,071 | $323,764 | +4.4% | | Material sales | $174,805 | $188,726 | -7.4% | | Royalty and license fees | $149,236 | $127,819 | +16.8% | | Contract research services | $14,030 | $7,219 | +94.3% | - Net income increased by **$22.5 million** to **$131.7 million**[188](index=188&type=chunk) - The decrease in material sales was primarily due to **lower unit material volume (5% decrease)** and changes in customer mix[189](index=189&type=chunk) - Royalty and license expense decreased due to a **one-time $1.5 million expense in 2024** related to an amendment with Princeton University and USC[199](index=199&type=chunk) - Other income, net, increased significantly due to a **$4.5 million foreign exchange gain** on a Korean Won-denominated withholding tax receivable[200](index=200&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=55&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company's liquidity is primarily supported by cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments totaling $931.9 million, with working capital increasing to $885.2 million, ensuring sufficient funds for the next twelve months - The company's principal sources of liquidity are cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments, totaling **$931.9 million** as of June 30, 2025[203](index=203&type=chunk) Cash Flow Summary (Six Months Ended June 30, in thousands): | Metric | 2025 | 2024 | | :------------------------------------ | :--------- | :--------- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $82,498 | $139,169 | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(34,487) | $(93,471) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(51,187) | $(44,827) | - Working capital increased to **$885.2 million** as of June 30, 2025, from **$774.4 million** at December 31, 2024, primarily due to increases in short-term investments, accounts receivable, inventory, and other current assets[208](index=208&type=chunk) - The company anticipates having sufficient cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments to meet its obligations for at least the next **twelve months**[209](index=209&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates](index=55&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Policies%20and%20Estimates) The company's financial statements rely on management's estimates and judgments, with critical accounting policies identified in revenue recognition, inventories, and income taxes - The company's financial statements require management to make estimates and judgments, with critical accounting policies identified as revenue recognition and deferred revenue, inventories, and income taxes[211](index=211&type=chunk)[212](index=212&type=chunk) [Contractual Obligations](index=57&type=section&id=Contractual%20Obligations) A detailed discussion of the company's contractual obligations is available in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 - A discussion of contractual obligations is available in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024[215](index=215&type=chunk) [Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements](index=57&type=section&id=Off-Balance%20Sheet%20Arrangements) As of June 30, 2025, the company had no off-balance sheet arrangements, such as guarantee contracts or variable interests in unconsolidated entities - As of June 30, 2025, the company had **no off-balance sheet arrangements**, such as guarantee contracts or variable interests in unconsolidated entities[216](index=216&type=chunk) [ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK](index=57&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company does not use financial instruments for trading or hold derivatives that expose it to significant market risk, other than its investments. The primary market risk is interest rate changes affecting interest income, which is not expected to have a material negative effect. However, foreign exchange risk exists due to a Korean Won-denominated withholding tax receivable - The company does not utilize financial instruments for trading purposes and holds no derivative financial instruments that could expose it to significant market risk, other than its investments[217](index=217&type=chunk) - The primary market risk exposure is to changes in interest rates, which would impact interest income earned on investments, but is not expected to have a material negative effect[217](index=217&type=chunk) - The company bears foreign exchange risk from fluctuations in the Korean Won to U.S. dollar exchange rate due to a Korean Won-denominated withholding tax receivable[218](index=218&type=chunk) [ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES](index=57&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2025, providing reasonable assurance for timely and accurate reporting. There were no material changes in internal control over financial reporting during the quarter - Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were **effective** as of June 30, 2025, providing reasonable assurance for required disclosures[219](index=219&type=chunk) - There were **no material changes** in internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended June 30, 2025[220](index=220&type=chunk) PART II – OTHER INFORMATION [ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS](index=57&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is subject to patent-related challenges and oppositions in various jurisdictions, which are considered ordinary course of business. These proceedings review patent claims but do not involve monetary damages. The company anticipates an increase in such proceedings as OLED technology and its patent portfolio continue to grow - The company is subject to patent-related challenges and oppositions in major jurisdictions, which are considered ordinary course of business[221](index=221&type=chunk)[223](index=223&type=chunk) - These proceedings generally do not provide for claims of monetary damages or a review of specific claims of infringement[221](index=221&type=chunk) - The company believes that the number of these proceedings will increase as OLED technology becomes more established and its patent portfolio grows[223](index=223&type=chunk) [ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS](index=59&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) There have been no material changes to the risk factors previously discussed in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 - **No material changes** to the risk factors previously discussed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024[224](index=224&type=chunk) [ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS](index=59&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) No unregistered sales of equity securities or use of proceeds occurred during the reporting period - None[225](index=225&type=chunk) [ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES](index=59&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) No defaults upon senior securities occurred during the reporting period - None[226](index=226&type=chunk) [ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES](index=59&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the company - Not applicable[227](index=227&type=chunk) [ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION](index=59&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) No directors or executive officers adopted or terminated Rule 10b5-1 or non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangements during the quarter ended June 30, 2025 - No directors or executive officers adopted or terminated a "Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement" or "non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement" during the quarter ended June 30, 2025[228](index=228&type=chunk) [ITEM 6. EXHIBITS](index=60&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists all exhibits filed as part of the report, including certifications from the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as well as Inline XBRL documents - Includes Certifications of Steven V. Abramson, Chief Executive Officer (**31.1\***, **32.1\*\***)[231](index=231&type=chunk) - Includes Certifications of Brian Millard, Chief Financial Officer (**31.2\***, **32.2\*\***)[231](index=231&type=chunk) - Includes Inline XBRL Instance Document (**101.INS\***) and Taxonomy Extension Schema (**101.SCH\***)[231](index=231&type=chunk)

[Executive Summary & Company Overview](index=1&type=section&id=Executive%20Summary%20%26%20Company%20Overview) This section provides an introduction to Universal Display Corporation, highlighting its record Q2 2025 financial performance, revised revenue guidance, and its leadership in OLED technology [Introduction and Key Highlights](index=1&type=section&id=Introduction%20and%20Key%20Highlights) Universal Display Corporation announced record financial performance for the second quarter of 2025, leading to an upward revision of the low end of its 2025 revenue guidance. The company anticipates significant growth driven by the expanding OLED IT market and broader adoption across consumer electronics and automotive sectors - Universal Display Corporation reported **record financial performance** in the second quarter of 2025[3](index=3&type=chunk) - The low end of the 2025 revenue guidance range has been raised, now projected to be **$650 million to $700 million**[3](index=3&type=chunk) - The OLED industry is believed to be entering a dynamic new phase of expansion, driven by increasing demand in the nascent OLED IT market (tablets, laptops, monitors) and broader adoption in consumer electronics and automotive applications[3](index=3&type=chunk) [About Universal Display Corporation](index=7&type=section&id=About%20Universal%20Display%20Corporation) Universal Display Corporation is a global leader in the research, development, and commercialization of organic light emitting diode (OLED) technologies and materials. The company holds over 6,500 patents and licenses its proprietary UniversalPHOLED® technology, which enables energy-efficient and eco-friendly displays and lighting solutions - Universal Display Corporation is a leader in the research, development, and commercialization of OLED technologies and materials for display and solid-state lighting applications[13](index=13&type=chunk) - The company owns, exclusively licenses, or has the sole right to sublicense more than **6,500 patents** issued and pending worldwide[13](index=13&type=chunk) - UniversalPHOLED® phosphorescent OLED technology enables the development of energy-efficient and eco-friendly displays and solid-state lighting[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Forward-Looking Statements](index=8&type=section&id=Forward-Looking%20Statements) This section serves as a cautionary note, indicating that statements regarding future adoption, development of technologies, expected results, and OLED market growth are forward-looking. These statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, as detailed in the company's SEC filings, particularly the 'Risk Factors' section of its Form 10-K - Statements in the document relating to projected adoption, development of technologies, expected results, and OLED market growth are **forward-looking financial statements**[16](index=16&type=chunk) - Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, as they are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially[16](index=16&type=chunk) - These risks and uncertainties are discussed in greater detail in Universal Display Corporation's periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q filed with the SEC[16](index=16&type=chunk) [Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results](index=2&type=section&id=Second%20Quarter%202025%20Financial%20Results) This section details Universal Display Corporation's financial performance for the second quarter of 2025, including revenue, cost of materials, and key profitability metrics [Q2 2025 Financial Highlights](index=2&type=section&id=Q2%202025%20Financial%20Highlights) Universal Display Corporation reported an **8.4% increase in total revenue** for Q2 2025, reaching **$171.8 million**, primarily driven by a significant **27.0% rise in royalty and license fees**, leading to a diluted EPS of **$1.41** | Metric | Q2 2025 ($ million) | Q2 2024 ($ million) | YoY Change (%) | | :-------------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :------------- | | Total Revenue | 171.8 | 158.5 | 8.4% | | Material Sales | 88.7 | 95.4 | -7.1% | | Royalty & License Fees | 75.7 | 59.6 | 27.0% | | Cost of Material Sales | 34.2 | 35.5 | -3.7% | | Total Gross Margin | 77% | 76% | 1 p.p. | | Operating Income | 68.5 | 56.4 | 21.5% | | Effective Income Tax Rate | 19.8% | 19.3% | 0.5 p.p. | | Net Income | 67.3 | 52.3 | 28.7% | | Diluted EPS | 1.41 | 1.10 | 28.2% | - The decrease in material sales was primarily due to changes in customer mix and lower unit material volume for emitter materials[4](index=4&type=chunk) - The increase in royalty and license fees was primarily the result of changes in customer mix, partially offset by lower unit material volume[4](index=4&type=chunk) [Q2 2025 Revenue Comparison](index=3&type=section&id=Q2%202025%20Revenue%20Comparison) Total revenue for Q2 2025 increased to **$171,794 thousand**, driven by a **27.1% increase in royalty and license fees**, offsetting a **7.1% decline in material sales** | Revenue Type | Q2 2025 ($ thousand) | Q2 2024 ($ thousand) | YoY Change | | :---------------------- | :----------------------- | :----------------------- | :--------- | | Material sales | $88,650 | $95,442 | -7.1% | | Royalty and license fees | $75,667 | $59,551 | 27.1% | | Contract research services | $7,477 | $3,512 | 112.9% | | **Total revenue** | **$171,794** | **$158,505** | **8.4%** | [Q2 2025 Cost of Materials Comparison](index=3&type=section&id=Q2%202025%20Cost%20of%20Materials%20Comparison) Gross margin on material sales for Q2 2025 decreased to **61%** from **63%**, reflecting a **7.1% decline in material sales revenue** despite a **3.8% reduction in cost of material sales** | Metric | Q2 2025 ($ thousand) | Q2 2024 ($ thousand) | YoY Change | | :---------------------------------- | :----------------------- | :----------------------- | :--------- | | Material sales | $88,650 | $95,442 | -7.1% | | Cost of material sales | $34,154 | $35,491 | -3.8% | | Gross margin on material sales | $54,496 | $59,951 | -9.1% | | Gross margin as a % of material sales | 61% | 63% | -2 p.p. | [First Half 2025 Financial Results](index=4&type=section&id=First%20Half%202025%20Financial%20Results) This section presents Universal Display Corporation's financial performance for the first half of 2025, covering revenue, cost of materials, and overall profitability [H1 2025 Financial Highlights](index=4&type=section&id=H1%202025%20Financial%20Highlights) For H1 2025, total revenue increased by **4.4% to $338.1 million**, driven by a **16.7% increase in royalty and license fees**, resulting in a diluted EPS of **$2.76** | Metric | H1 2025 ($ million) | H1 2024 ($ million) | YoY Change (%) | | :-------------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :------------- | | Total Revenue | 338.1 | 323.8 | 4.4% | | Material Sales | 174.8 | 188.7 | -7.4% | | Royalty & License Fees | 149.2 | 127.8 | 16.7% | | Cost of Material Sales | 68.1 | 69.6 | -2.2% | | Total Gross Margin | 77% | 77% | 0 p.p. | | Operating Income | 138.2 | 119.3 | 15.8% | | Effective Income Tax Rate | 19.7% | 19.3% | 0.4 p.p. | | Net Income | 131.7 | 109.2 | 20.6% | | Diluted EPS | 2.76 | 2.29 | 20.5% | - The decrease in material sales was primarily due to lower unit material volume for emitter materials and changes in customer mix[7](index=7&type=chunk) - The increase in royalty and license fees was primarily the result of changes in customer mix, partially offset by lower unit material volume[7](index=7&type=chunk) [H1 2025 Revenue Comparison](index=5&type=section&id=H1%202025%20Revenue%20Comparison) Total revenue for H1 2025 increased to **$338,071 thousand**, primarily due to a **16.8% increase in royalty and license fees** and a **94.4% surge in contract research services** | Revenue Type | H1 2025 ($ thousand) | H1 2024 ($ thousand) | YoY Change | | :---------------------- | :----------------------- | :----------------------- | :--------- | | Material sales | $174,805 | $188,726 | -7.4% | | Royalty and license fees | $149,236 | $127,819 | 16.8% | | Contract research services | $14,030 | $7,219 | 94.4% | | **Total revenue** | **$338,071** | **$323,764** | **4.4%** | [H1 2025 Cost of Materials Comparison](index=5&type=section&id=H1%202025%20Cost%20of%20Materials%20Comparison) Gross margin on material sales for H1 2025 was **61%**, a **2 percentage point decrease** from the prior year, driven by a **7.4% decline in material sales revenue** | Metric | H1 2025 ($ thousand) | H1 2024 ($ thousand) | YoY Change | | :---------------------------------- | :----------------------- | :----------------------- | :--------- | | Material sales | $174,805 | $188,726 | -7.4% | | Cost of material sales | $68,103 | $69,587 | -2.1% | | Gross margin on material sales | $106,702 | $119,139 | -10.4% | | Gross margin as a % of material sales | 61% | 63% | -2 p.p. | [Business Outlook and Shareholder Information](index=6&type=section&id=Business%20Outlook%20and%20Shareholder%20Information) This section outlines Universal Display Corporation's updated 2025 revenue guidance, dividend declaration, and details for the upcoming financial results conference call [Revised 2025 Revenue Guidance](index=6&type=section&id=Revised%202025%20Revenue%20Guidance) Universal Display Corporation revised its 2025 revenue guidance to a range of **$650 million to $700 million**, reflecting an increase in the lower end of the previous projection - The Company has increased the lower end of its previous revenue guidance for 2025[10](index=10&type=chunk) | Metric | 2025 Guidance ($ million) | | :------------- | :-------------- | | Revenue Range | $650 million to $700 million | [Dividend Announcement](index=6&type=section&id=Dividend%20Announcement) Universal Display Corporation announced a third-quarter cash dividend of **$0.45 per share** on its common stock. The dividend is scheduled for payment on September 30, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 16, 2025 | Metric | Value | | :-------------------- | :------ | | Cash Dividend per Share | $0.45 | | Payable Date | September 30, 2025 | | Record Date | September 16, 2025 | [Conference Call Information](index=6&type=section&id=Conference%20Call%20Information) Universal Display will host a conference call on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the financial results. A live webcast will be available on the company's Investor Relations website, with dial-in options provided for participants - A conference call will be hosted on **Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time**[12](index=12&type=chunk) - The live webcast can be accessed under the events page of the Company's Investor Relations website at ir.oled.com[12](index=12&type=chunk) - Participants can dial **1-877-524-8416 (toll-free)** or **1-412-902-1028** to join the live call[12](index=12&type=chunk) [Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=9&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements%20%28Unaudited%29) This section provides the unaudited consolidated balance sheets, statements of income, and statements of cash flows for Universal Display Corporation [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=9&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) As of June 30, 2025, total assets increased by **5.4% to $1,931,698 thousand**, driven by a **12.3% rise in current assets**, leading to a **6.1% increase in shareholders' equity** | Metric | June 30, 2025 ($ thousand) | December 31, 2024 ($ thousand) | Change | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :--------------------------------- | :------- | | Total Current Assets | $1,010,802 | $899,831 | +12.3% | | Total Assets | $1,931,698 | $1,832,333 | +5.4% | | Total Current Liabilities | $125,555 | $125,410 | +0.1% | | Total Liabilities | $217,086 | $215,808 | +0.6% | | Total Shareholders' Equity | $1,714,612 | $1,616,525 | +6.1% | - Short-term investments increased from **$393,690 thousand to $429,404 thousand**, and accounts receivable increased from **$113,648 thousand to $147,043 thousand**[19](index=19&type=chunk) - Retained earnings significantly increased from **$934,655 thousand to $1,023,184 thousand**[19](index=19&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Income](index=10&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Income) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net income increased by **20.6% to $131,708 thousand**, driven by a **4.4% increase in total revenue** and a **15.8% rise in operating income** | Metric | Q2 2025 ($ thousand) | Q2 2024 ($ thousand) | H1 2025 ($ thousand) | H1 2024 ($ thousand) | | :---------------------------------- | :----------------------- | :----------------------- | :----------------------- | :----------------------- | | Total Revenue | $171,794 | $158,505 | $338,071 | $323,764 | | Cost of Sales | $39,203 | $38,328 | $77,337 | $75,297 | | Gross Margin | $132,591 | $120,177 | $260,734 | $248,467 | | Total Operating Expenses | $64,051 | $63,740 | $122,530 | $129,158 | | Operating Income | $68,540 | $56,437 | $138,204 | $119,309 | | Income Before Income Taxes | $83,878 | $64,890 | $163,994 | $135,387 | | Net Income | $67,264 | $52,337 | $131,708 | $109,190 | | Diluted EPS | $1.41 | $1.10 | $2.76 | $2.29 | | Cash Dividends Declared Per Share | $0.45 | $0.40 | $0.90 | $0.80 | - Research and development expenses decreased from **$74,811 thousand in H1 2024 to $71,258 thousand in H1 2025**[21](index=21&type=chunk) - Royalty and license expense significantly decreased from **$1,774 thousand in H1 2024 to $231 thousand in H1 2025**[21](index=21&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=11&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Net cash provided by operating activities decreased by **40.8% to $82,498 thousand** in H1 2025, primarily due to increases in accounts receivable and inventory | Metric | H1 2025 ($ thousand) | H1 2024 ($ thousand) | Change | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------------- | :----------------------- | :------- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $82,498 | $139,169 | -40.8% | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(34,487) | $(93,471) | +63.1% | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(51,187) | $(44,827) | -14.2% | | (Decrease) Increase in Cash & Equivalents | $(3,176) | $871 | -464.6% | | Cash & Equivalents, End of Period | $95,804 | $92,856 | +3.2% | - The decrease in net cash from operating activities was significantly impacted by a **$33,395 thousand increase in accounts receivable** and a **$25,261 thousand increase in inventory**[23](index=23&type=chunk) - Net cash used in investing activities decreased due to higher proceeds from the sale and maturity of investments (**$185,000 thousand in H1 2025 vs. $97,620 thousand in H1 2024**)[23](index=23&type=chunk)

2024 Corporate Social Responsibility Report © 2025 Universal Display Corporation. All rights reserved. Issued on April 24, 2025. Table of Contents | 3 | Message from Our CEO | 39 | Our Carbon & Climate | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 4 | Our Company | 43 | Our Environment, Health & Safety | | 13 | Our People | 51 | Our Performance | | 24 | Our Community | 57 GRI Index | | | 28 | Our Supply Chain | 71 SASB Index | | | 36 | Our Certified Management Systems | 75 | About Our Report | 2 A Message From Our CEO Stev ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The meeting did not provide specific financial data or key metrics changes for FY 2025 [3][4][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - No detailed information on individual business line performance or key metrics was shared during the meeting [3][4][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - There was no discussion regarding market data or key metrics changes in the meeting [3][4][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction and Industry Competition - The meeting focused on formal business matters without a presentation on company strategy or industry competition [3][4][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management did not provide comments on the operating environment or future outlook during the meeting [3][4][12] Other Important Information - The meeting included the election of 11 director nominees and an advisory vote on executive compensation, both of which were approved [6][8][11] - KPMG LLP was ratified as the independent auditor for the year ending December 31, 2025 [8][11] Q&A Session Summary - There were no questions submitted during the Q&A session, and thus no responses were provided [9][11]

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Summary of Universal Display Corporation (UDC) Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Universal Display Corporation (UDC) - **Industry**: OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) technology and materials - **Key Focus**: Development and supply of OLED materials and technologies for display manufacturers Key Points and Arguments Industry Trends and Growth Catalysts - The long-term growth catalyst for UDC is the increasing demand for energy-efficient displays driven by advancements in consumer electronics, including AI and 5G technologies [8][9] - UDC has a 51% penetration rate in the smartphone market as of the end of 2024, with lower penetration in IT (4%) and TVs (4%) [11][12] - A new multi-year capital expenditure cycle is emerging in the medium-sized market for IT and automotive displays, with significant investments from panel makers [14][15] Capacity and Production - New OLED production facilities are set to come online, including Samsung's Gen 8.6 facility in Q2 2026 and BOE's facility in Q4 2026, with total investments around $20 billion [13][14] - UDC has long-term agreements with major customers like Samsung and LG Display, which include both materials and licensing agreements [17][19] Revenue Streams - UDC's revenue is primarily generated from material sales and licensing agreements, with a projected material to royalty licensing ratio of 1.4 to 1 for the current year [19] - The introduction of blue phosphorescent materials is expected to significantly enhance revenue opportunities, with LG Display showcasing a 15% increase in energy efficiency for their blue panels [21][22] Competitive Landscape - UDC believes it holds a competitive edge in high-efficiency blue materials, asserting that "all roads to high efficiency blue go through us" [26][27] - The company does not foresee significant competition in the blue material space, emphasizing its proprietary technology and established relationships [26][27] Supply Chain and Tariff Management - UDC operates a fabless model, relying on PPG for manufacturing, with production sites in the US and Ireland [37][38] - The company has a diversified global supply chain, mitigating risks associated with tariffs and geopolitical tensions [42][43] Financial Performance - UDC expects gross margins of 76% to 77% and operating margins of 35% to 40% for the year, attributed to its strong licensing business and innovative materials [63][64] - The company has a history of returning cash to shareholders through dividends and a $100 million stock buyback program [68][69] Future Outlook - UDC anticipates continued growth in OLED adoption across various sectors, including automotive and IT, with a focus on next-generation materials and technologies [52][58] - The company is exploring both organic and inorganic growth opportunities through its venture arm, UDC Ventures [72][73] Additional Important Insights - The automotive industry presents a significant opportunity for OLED displays, with multiple displays per vehicle and a growing interest from EV manufacturers [56][58] - UDC's strong relationships with customers and continuous innovation are key to maintaining its leadership position in the OLED market [67]