TAIPEI, Taiwan, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Asia Pacific Wire & Cable Corporation Limited (“APWC” or “Company”) (NASDAQ: APWC) today announced the commencement of its rights offering previously reported on August 29, 2025. In the rights offering, the Company will distribute, at no charge to its shareholders, non-transferable subscription rights to purchase additional common shares of the Company at the subscription price of $1.66 per common share. The subscription rights will be issued to its holders ...

Core Insights - Asia Pacific Wire & Cable Corporation Limited (APWC) reported third-quarter revenue of $128.4 million, reflecting a 1% increase from the previous quarter and a 5% increase year-over-year [1][6][7] - The company experienced a 2% increase in copper unit volume from Q2 and a 12% increase from the same period last year, indicating strong demand for its products [2][3] - Despite revenue growth, net income decreased by 21% compared to the same period last year, primarily due to unfavorable foreign exchange movements in 2024 [3][11] Financial Performance - Quarterly revenue was $128.4 million, up $6.2 million (5%) year-over-year and up $1.5 million (1%) sequentially, driven mainly by new orders from public sector customers [6][8] - Gross profit for Q3 was $11.1 million, a 29% increase from Q2 and a 19% increase year-over-year, with a gross profit margin of 8.7% [3][11] - Operating profit reached $3.8 million, up 52% from Q2 and up 19% from Q3 2024 [3][7] Revenue Breakdown - North Asia revenue was $21.3 million, a 20% increase year-over-year but a 6% decrease sequentially, driven by increased sales to the electric vehicle and drone industries [5][8] - Thailand revenue increased by 14% both year-over-year and sequentially, attributed to higher order volumes from public sector projects [9] - Revenue from the Rest of the World (ROW) segment declined slightly due to decreased SDI revenue, although demand for public sector projects remains strong [10] Cost and Expenses - Total operating expenses increased by 14% from the previous quarter, mainly due to higher research and development costs related to flat wire products [12] - The company is focused on reducing working capital and inventory levels to improve cash flow [3][14] Cash Flow and Balance Sheet - Cash and cash equivalents increased to $35.3 million, driven by lower inventory levels and higher accounts payable [14] - Trade receivables decreased to $97.4 million, reflecting improved cash collections [14] - Inventory levels decreased by $7.0 million to $137.4 million, attributed to increased public sector demand [15] Market Outlook - The company remains cautious due to an uncertain macroeconomic outlook and pricing pressures from increased competition [3] - The CEO highlighted the importance of public sector projects as a reliable income source, with contracts often awarded 2 to 3 years before project commencement [3]