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Arteris(AIP) - 2025 FY - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-06-11 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has seen a shift in revenue concentration from China, dropping from 50% in 2019 to around 30% by early 2023, and currently closer to high teens percentage [66][70]. - The average selling prices (ASPs) are expected to reach around $1 million by 2026, driven by increasing design complexity and the adoption of more system IP [79]. Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The FlexNOC product family is transitioning from FlexNOC 4 to FlexNOC 5, with a 30% list price increase for FlexNOC 5 over FlexNOC 4, and another 30% increase for FlexGen, which adds automation features [81][82]. - The company has approximately $90 million in remaining performance obligations, indicating a backlog of revenue to be recognized in the future [83]. Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is experiencing growth in various geographical markets, particularly in the US, Japan, and Korea, which are offsetting declines in China [70][75]. - The automotive sector is highlighted as a significant area of growth, with Chinese EVs performing well in the market [75]. Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on the shift from insourcing to outsourcing in the semiconductor design space, with expectations that commercial solutions will grow from 25% to potentially 75% over the next decade [22][24]. - The introduction of FlexGen aims to address industry challenges such as the lack of skilled engineers and high costs associated with chip design [29]. Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges the ongoing trade tensions between the US and China but notes that there is no direct impact on the company's IP at the moment [62][64]. - The company sees AI and machine learning as integral to future growth, with half of customer design starts now related to these technologies [46]. Other Important Information - The company is exploring the incorporation of AI in system IP design, focusing on analytics and verification processes [48][50]. - Cybersecurity is a significant concern, with the company taking advanced measures to protect sensitive information [60]. Q&A Session Summary Question: How much of your top line is driven from China customers? - The company's revenue from China has decreased from 50% in 2019 to around 30% in early 2023, and is now in the high teens percentage range [66][70]. Question: What is the average deal size and pricing trends? - The average selling prices are expected to grow, with projections of reaching around $1 million by 2026 due to increasing complexity in designs [79].
Arteris(AIP) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-13 21:32
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q1 2025 was $16,500,000, up 28% year over year, exceeding guidance [17] - Annual contract value (ACV) plus royalties reached $66,800,000, a 15% increase year over year, marking a record high [17] - Remaining performance obligations (RPO) were $88,900,000, representing a 19% year over year increase, also a new high for the company [17] - Non-GAAP gross profit was $15,300,000 with a gross margin of 92% [17] - Non-GAAP operating loss was $3,200,000, a 40% improvement compared to the prior year [20] - Free cash flow was positive at $2,700,000 for the quarter, benefiting from early customer payments [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved several key design wins, including major contracts from top global technology companies and automotive OEMs [8][9] - Adoption of technology in advanced semiconductor companies continues to grow, with significant projects in AI and automotive sectors [9][10] - The FlexGen product, an AI-driven smart NOC IP technology, is being evaluated by over 20 customers, with expectations for revenue generation in the second half of the year [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The automotive sector remains robust, with ongoing design projects for future vehicles, including electric and autonomous driving technologies [12][13] - The company is seeing increased outsourcing of silicon system IP needs as customers seek efficiency and cost reduction [15][22] - The global economic uncertainty has not led to deal cancellations but may impact royalty revenues due to customer confidence [14][22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on innovation and expanding ecosystem collaborations, including joining the Intel Foundry Accelerator Program [12] - The strategy includes enhancing customer support and product development through new engineering centers and partnerships [13] - The company aims to remain a neutral player in the system IP market, capitalizing on the trend of outsourcing due to increasing design complexity [42][73] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges economic uncertainty but maintains that licensing activity remains robust [30][32] - The company has not adjusted its overall FY 2025 revenue guidance, citing strong customer demand despite potential short-term headwinds [22][26] - There is optimism regarding the deal pipeline and customer interest in outsourcing system IP products [26][73] Other Important Information - The company received multiple awards for innovation, highlighting its technological advancements and market recognition [11] - The opening of a new engineering and customer support center in Krakow, Poland, aims to enhance product development and customer service [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Changes in customer behavior due to tariffs and trade environment - Management noted some replanning of projects in China but observed an increased willingness to outsource system IP to commercial vendors [29][30] Question: Expectations for FlexGen revenue and traction - Management reported positive feedback from customers evaluating FlexGen, anticipating substantial bookings and revenue in the second half of the year [35][36] Question: Accelerated decision timelines by customers - Management indicated that while design cycles are being accelerated, licensing activity remains steady without significant changes in decision-making timelines [41][42] Question: Interest from joining the Intel Foundry Alliance - Management expects increased business opportunities from joining the alliance, particularly with Intel's commitment to commercial solutions [46] Question: Market size for system IP - Management estimated the system IP market to be between $1 billion and $1.2 billion, with significant growth potential as more companies outsource [59][60] Question: Underlying technological changes prompting outsourcing - Management highlighted the increasing complexity of designs, particularly with AI and chiplets, driving the need for commercial IP solutions [62][63]