Financial Performance - The company has historically generated strong free cash flow, but aggressive capital expenditure plans for 2023-2025 will negatively impact free cash generation, with expectations of higher levels post-2025 [26]. - The company has a strong cash position and available revolving credit facility, providing financial strength and flexibility to reduce exposure to economic uncertainties [27]. - As of December 31, 2024, the company had 16.1 million in short-term investments [392]. - The company had 23.2 million [396]. - The company estimates that a 10% increase or decrease in the costs of raw materials subject to commodity price risk would decrease or increase net earnings by $8.9 million [402]. - The top 30 customers represent approximately 72% of total net revenues, with no single customer comprising more than 10% of total net revenues for 2024 [84]. Revenue Composition - In 2024, commodity products comprised 27% of total revenues, certified products 49%, and custom products 24% [43][44]. - The MOSFETs segment generated 37% of annual revenues from commodity products, 47% from certified products, and 16% from custom products in 2024 [49]. - The Diodes segment saw 56% of annual revenues from commodity products, 26% from certified products, and 18% from custom products in 2024 [51]. - In 2024, commodity products comprised 16% of the annual Resistors segment revenues, certified products 52%, and custom products 32% [58]. - In 2024, commodity products comprised 23% of the annual Capacitors segment revenues, certified products 52%, and custom products 25% [64]. Innovation and Product Development - Approximately 30% of annual revenues are generated by products developed in the previous five years, indicating a focus on innovation [45]. - Approximately 40% of annual revenues from the Optoelectronic Components segment were generated by products developed in the previous five years [53]. - Approximately 20% of annual Resistors segment revenues were generated by products developed in the previous five years [58]. - Approximately 35% of annual Capacitors segment revenues were generated by products developed in the previous five years [64]. - Approximately 20% of annual Inductors segment revenues were generated by products developed in the previous five years [61]. Strategic Growth and Acquisitions - The company plans to continue growth through acquisitions, targeting manufacturers with established market positions and strong customer bases [41]. - The company is investing in internal capacity expansion, including new manufacturing sites in Mexico and Germany, to meet growing demand [34]. - The company is focusing on enhancing channel management to provide a "one-stop shop" service, streamlining design and purchasing processes for customers [38]. Workforce and Human Capital - As of December 31, 2024, the company employed approximately 22,700 full-time employees worldwide [96]. - The company has a total workforce of 22,700 employees, with 30.5% located in the People's Republic of China [98]. - In September 2024, the company announced restructuring actions that will reduce approximately 2% of its manufacturing workforce and 6% of its SG&A workforce [104]. - The company is continuously investing in employee development programs to maintain profitable business growth and increase agility [100]. - The implementation of a global human capital management system is expected to enhance communication and development for the international workforce [102]. Quality and Competition - All manufacturing operations have received ISO 9001 certification, ensuring adherence to quality standards [69]. - The company faces strong competition in various product lines from both domestic and foreign manufacturers, necessitating a focus on product quality and technological innovation [88]. Supply Chain and Material Risks - The company is a major consumer of tantalum, with limited suppliers processing tantalum ore into capacitor-grade tantalum powder [400].
Vishay Intertechnology(VSH) - 2024 Q4 - Annual Report