Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenue of $872 million for Q3 FY2025, an increase of 19% year-over-year and 5% sequentially [11][12] - Non-GAAP earnings per share (EPS) was $2.52, exceeding guidance [11][12] - Gross margin was reported at 12%, impacted by contra revenue from a warrant agreement [15][26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Optical communications revenue was $657 million, up 11% year-over-year and 2% sequentially [12][14] - Datacom revenue was $251 million, down 18% year-over-year and 16% sequentially, primarily due to product transitions [12][14] - Telecom revenue reached $406 million, up 42% year-over-year and 17% sequentially, driven by strong demand in data center interconnect applications [12][14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Automotive revenue increased by 76% year-over-year and 24% sequentially, reaching $129 million [14] - Industrial laser revenue was $40 million, up 33% year-over-year and 8% sequentially [14] - Non-optical communications revenue totaled $215 million, a 53% increase year-over-year and 15% sequentially [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company announced a new commercial relationship with Amazon Web Services, expected to boost revenue starting in FY2026 [9][10] - Expansion plans are on track with Building 10 construction underway to meet long-term capacity needs [9][80] - The company remains optimistic about future growth driven by telecom system wins and the ramp of 1.6T datacom products [19][60] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to execute well and maintain a consistent track record of revenue growth [10][19] - The company anticipates continued year-over-year growth in the fourth quarter, with revenue guidance between $860 million and $900 million [19] - Management noted that while there may be short-term margin headwinds due to product ramps, long-term growth drivers remain intact [58][60] Other Important Information - The company repurchased over $100 million worth of shares this fiscal year, with approximately $197 million remaining under the current authorization [17][9] - Effective GAAP tax rate was reported at 5.8%, with expectations for mid-single digits for the fiscal year [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Datacom revenue decline specifics - Management clarified that the decline in Datacom revenue was primarily due to strong growth in the DCI segment, offsetting some of the decline in 800G products [22][23] Question: Gross margin influences - Management indicated that the $4 million impact from the warrant affected gross margin by about 40 basis points, but this is not expected to recur [25][26] Question: Datacom revenue transition - Management noted that the decline in 800G is more likely due to share allocation rather than inventory issues, with a significant ramp for 1.6T products expected [34][36] Question: Amazon engagement and margin opportunities - Management expects the relationship with Amazon to expand over time, with revenue ramping in FY2026 [39][40] Question: Telecom growth sustainability - Management expressed optimism about the sustainability of telecom growth, citing several strong growth factors [44][46] Question: Tariff impacts - Management reported no material impacts from tariffs to date, as customers are responsible for tariffs under FOB shipping terms [18][76] Question: Building 10 progress - Management confirmed that construction of Building 10 is on track, with an 18-month timeline for completion [80][81] Question: Amazon revenue potential - Management indicated that Amazon could potentially become a significant customer, with revenue ramping in FY2026 [88][92]