Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Qorvo reported fiscal Q2 2026 revenue of $1,059 million, with a non-GAAP gross margin of 49.7% and non-GAAP diluted earnings of $2.22 per share, all exceeding guidance [14] - The company ended the quarter with approximately $1.1 billion in cash and equivalents, $1.5 billion in long-term debt, and a net inventory balance of $605 million, reflecting a sequential reduction of $33 million and a year-over-year decrease of $89 million [14] - Operating cash flow generated during the quarter was approximately $84 million, with capital expenditures of $42 million, resulting in free cash flow of $42 million [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the ACG segment, revenue from China-based Android OEMs was approximately $65 million, down from just under $100 million in the prior quarter [9] - The company anticipates a decline of roughly $200 million in lower-margin Android revenue this fiscal year and more than $200 million next year due to a strategic pivot away from mass-tier Android products [5][15] - The HPA segment is expected to see double-digit year-over-year growth driven by new platforms and increased U.S. and allied defense spending [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Qorvo is benefiting from increased EU and allied defense spending, particularly in the HPA segment, which supports a broad range of mission-critical applications [10] - The company is also seeing strong demand in the power management sector, particularly for solid-state drives and smartwatches [10] - In the infrastructure market, Qorvo is a leading supplier of broadband amplifiers, benefiting from the industry's transition to DOCSIS 4.0 [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Qorvo is restructuring its CSG to focus on top opportunities and improve profitability, with expected annual operating expense reductions of approximately $70 million starting in fiscal 2027 [5] - The company is narrowing its focus in ultra-wideband opportunities to automotive, industrial, and enterprise markets, while reducing spending on mobile and consumer applications [4] - Qorvo is investing in premium and flagship smartphone tiers while reducing exposure to lower-margin mass-tier Android products [5][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the steps being taken to expand profitability and improve gross margins, with expectations for continued improvement through fiscal 2026 and into fiscal 2027 [16] - The company is mindful of typical seasonality, particularly in the back half of the fiscal year, and is executing a strategy to pivot away from lower-margin Android business [29] - Management highlighted strong growth in the DNA business and infrastructure markets, with expectations for continued momentum [24] Other Important Information - The company is on track to close its facility in Costa Rica and transition production to external partners, optimizing its global operations [7] - Qorvo's manufacturing strategy includes producing differentiated elements internally while leveraging external partners for cost-effectiveness [6] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of exiting low-end China Android market - Management acknowledged a $200 million headwind from exiting the low-end China Android market, with the decline weighted towards the back half of the year due to timing of mass-tier models [19][21] Question: Ranking December quarter outlook across segments - Management expects the DNA business to continue increasing quarter over quarter, with HPA also performing strongly, while CSG may see flat growth due to restructuring [22][23] Question: March quarter seasonality and guidance - Management noted typical seasonality impacts, particularly in the March and June periods, and emphasized the focus on premium flagship tiers to improve profitability [28][29] Question: HPA business cyclical effects and inventory levels - Management reported healthy channel inventory levels and strong bookings in the power management business, with no unusual order patterns observed [59][62] Question: Update on integrated modules and growth expectations - Management indicated it is too early to comment on fiscal 2027 growth expectations but is actively working on product development for the next three years [47][50] Question: Capacity and capital expenditures outlook - Management expects to spend less on expanding capacities next year, with ongoing efforts to reduce die sizes and improve efficiency [69][70]