HOD HASHARON, Israel, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valens Semiconductor (NYSE: VLN) ("Valens"), a leader in high-performance connectivity, today announced that Guy Nathanzon, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in the following investor events in August:Oppenheimer 28th Annual Technology, Internet & Communications ConferenceFormat: Presentation and virtual one-on-one meetingsWhen: Monday, August 11 to Wednesday, August 13. Presentation is scheduled for August 11 at 2:05 pm ETWebcast Link: https://wsw. ...

Valens Semiconductor (VLN) Q2 2025 Earnings Call August 06, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0Good morning. My name is Yoni, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to Valens Semiconductor's Second Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call and Webcast. All participant lines have been placed in a listen only mode. Opening remarks by Valens Semiconductor management will be followed by a question and answer session.I will now turn the call over to Michal Be ...

Valens Semiconductor (NYSE:VLN) August 2025 GAAP and non-GAAP Measures Certain statements in this presentation (this "Presentation") are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as "estimate," "plan," "project," "forecast," "intend," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "seek," "target" or other similar expressions that pred ...

Key Financial Highlights: Q2 revenues: $17.1 million, exceeding the top end of our guidance Q2 gross margin: 63.5% GAAP; 67.2% non-GAAP Cash, cash equivalents and short-term deposits: $102.7 million Given tariffs, lower full-year 2025 revenue guidance HOD HASHARON, Israel, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valens Semiconductor Ltd. (NYSE: VLN), a leader in high-performance connectivity, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Valens Semiconductor Ltd. (NYSE: VLN), a leade ...

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Core Viewpoint - Valens Semiconductor will release its second quarter 2025 financial results on August 6, 2025, and will host a conference call to discuss these results and the business outlook [1][2]. Company Overview - Valens Semiconductor (NYSE: VLN) is a leader in high-performance connectivity, providing chipsets that enhance digital experiences globally [3]. - The company's technology is integral to advanced audio-video installations, next-generation videoconferencing, and the development of ADAS and autonomous driving systems [3]. - Valens is known for setting industry standards, including HDBaseT® and MIPI A-PHY [3]. Conference Call Details - The conference call will take place on August 6, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) [2]. - Access numbers for the call include U.S: +1 (888) 281-1167, UK: 0 (808) 101-2717, Israel: 03 918 0610, and other: +972 3 918 0610 [2]. - A live webcast will be available on Valens Semiconductor's investor relations website, with a replay accessible shortly after the call [2].

Core Insights - D3 Embedded and Valens Semiconductor are collaborating to promote the adoption of MIPI A-PHY technology in embedded vision systems, which is expected to transform deployment across various industries [1][2][3] - The A-PHY standard offers high-speed data transmission over long distances with excellent electromagnetic compatibility, addressing challenges in harsh environments and simplifying system design [1][2] - D3 Embedded's platform includes an NVIDIA Jetson Orin processor and multiple A-PHY input ports, enhancing connectivity and performance for developers [1] Company Overview - Valens Semiconductor is a leader in high-performance connectivity, providing chipsets that power advanced audio-video installations and autonomous driving technologies [2] - D3 Embedded specializes in end-to-end solutions that integrate sensors, connectivity, and AI for performance-critical applications, holding partnerships with major tech companies like NVIDIA and Intel [3]

Core Insights - Velan Inc. reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of fiscal 2026, with sales growth of 18.6% and improved gross profit margins [3][4][5] - The company achieved a net income of $17.8 million, a significant turnaround from a net loss of $2.2 million in the same period last year [17][5] - Velan's cash and cash equivalents reached $59.1 million, the highest level in five years, following the divestiture of asbestos-related liabilities and the sale of French assets [3][19] Financial Results - Sales from continuing operations totaled $72.2 million, an increase of $11.3 million compared to $60.9 million in the previous year [5][12] - Gross profit rose to $20.6 million, representing a gross margin of 28.6%, up from 27.6% the previous year [5][13] - The company incurred restructuring expenses of $5.4 million, which included transaction-related costs [15][5] Backlog and Bookings - The backlog as of May 31, 2025, was $286.1 million, reflecting a 4.1% increase from $274.9 million at the end of the previous quarter [9][10] - Bookings for the quarter amounted to $78.2 million, down from $83.0 million in the prior year, resulting in a book-to-bill ratio of 1.08 [10][9] Significant Transactions - Velan completed the sale of its French subsidiaries for a total consideration of $208.2 million, resulting in a gain of $95.8 million recorded in the first quarter [7][8] - The company also settled its asbestos-related litigation for $143.0 million, funded partly by the proceeds from the sale of the French assets [8][7] Dividend Policy - The Board of Directors approved a significant increase in the quarterly dividend payment from CA$0.03 to CA$0.10 per common share, reflecting confidence in future performance [21][22] Outlook - The company expects to deliver solid performance in fiscal 2026, with 84.4% of the backlog deliverable within the next 12 months [20][4]

Core Insights - Velan Inc. reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of fiscal 2026, with significant sales growth and improved gross profit margins [3][4][5] Financial Performance - Sales from continuing operations reached $72.2 million, an increase of $11.3 million or 18.6% compared to $60.9 million in the same period last year [5][11] - Gross profit rose to $20.6 million, representing a gross margin of 28.6%, up from 27.6% in the previous year [5][12] - Net income from continuing operations was $17.8 million, or $0.83 per share, compared to a net loss of $2.2 million, or a loss of $0.10 per share, in the prior year [5][16] Cash Position and Dividends - The company ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $59.1 million, the highest level in five years, following the divestiture of asbestos-related liabilities and the sale of French assets [3][4][18] - A significant increase in the quarterly dividend payment was approved, raising it from CA$0.03 to CA$0.10 per common share, reflecting confidence in future performance [20][21] Backlog and Bookings - The backlog stood at $286.1 million, up 4.1% from $274.9 million at the end of the previous quarter, with 84.4% expected to be delivered within the next 12 months [9][19] - Bookings for the quarter amounted to $78.2 million, down from $83.0 million in the previous year, resulting in a book-to-bill ratio of 1.08 [10][19] Significant Transactions - The company completed the sale of its French subsidiaries for a total consideration of $208.2 million, resulting in a gain of $95.8 million recorded in the first quarter [7][8] - Concurrently, Velan sold its exposure to asbestos-related litigation in the U.S. for $143.0 million [8]