Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported Q2 revenue of $124 million, which is up 3% from Q1 and flat compared to the same period last year [6][15] - Non-GAAP gross margin remained strong at 69.3%, with adjusted EBITDA expanding to 34.1% [7][16] - Non-GAAP EPS was $0.24, up from $0.22 in Q1 and $0.23 in the year-ago period [17] - GAAP net cash flow from operating activities increased to $38.5 million, up from $31.9 million in Q1 [17] - Free cash flow in Q2 was $31.3 million, with a free cash flow margin of 25.2%, up from $23.3 million and 19.4% in Q1 [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The communications and computing segment grew 20% sequentially and 26% year-over-year, with the server segment showing an 85% year-over-year growth [10][25] - Industrial and automotive segments declined sequentially, but the company expects to normalize channel inventory by year-end [11][12] - Total revenue from new products continues to grow at a strong rate, on track to exceed 2025 goals [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted strong demand in communications and computing, driven by data center infrastructure [10] - Industrial and automotive segments are expected to recover, with significant growth anticipated in 2026 [11][40] - The company reported record design wins across all segments, indicating strong future demand [54] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to execute its long-term strategy, focusing on innovation and deepening customer engagements [13] - The management emphasized the importance of being a companion to AI accelerators and other advanced applications [9][97] - The company is committed to returning capital to shareholders while investing in growth opportunities [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the market environment, citing strong demand in communications and computing [7][8] - The company is confident in its ability to navigate macro uncertainties and invest for future growth [19] - Management expects continued growth in revenue and profitability for Q3, with guidance of $133 million in revenue [12][20] Other Important Information - The company is debt-free and has access to capital for future investments [19] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining strong gross margins and operational efficiency [16][31] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on companionship opportunities and data center infrastructure - Management believes the company is well-positioned to benefit from increased AI infrastructure spending as it exits 2025 and into 2026 [24][25] Question: Update on new products versus core products - The company is on track to exceed its forecast for new product revenue, expecting significant growth in 2026 [28] Question: Confidence in the business model and future opportunities - Management expressed strong confidence in the durability of the business model and the potential for growth in various sectors [35][36] Question: Revenue growth target for 2026 - The company confirmed that the 15% to 20% revenue growth target for 2026 remains viable [38][39] Question: Changes in customer order patterns in China - Management has not observed significant changes in order patterns despite geopolitical volatility [88][89] Question: Growth drivers in the AI infrastructure market - The company is seeing strong growth in AI-related revenue, with expectations for continued expansion [94][95] Question: Impact of tariffs on business - Management indicated that existing country-specific tariffs would supersede any new tariffs, minimizing potential impacts [102][104]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Q2 revenue was $124 million, up 3% from Q1 and flat year-over-year [5][14] - Non-GAAP gross margin was 69.3%, a 30 basis point increase quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year [6][15] - Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 34.1% [6][15] - Non-GAAP EPS was $0.24, up from $0.22 in Q1 and $0.23 year-over-year [16] - Free cash flow in Q2 was $31.3 million, with a free cash flow margin of 25.2%, up from $23.3 million and 19.4% in Q1 [16][17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Communications and computing segment grew 20% sequentially and 26% year-over-year, with the server segment growing 85% year-over-year [10][24] - Industrial and automotive segment declined sequentially but is expected to normalize by year-end [11][12] - Total revenue from new products continues to grow strongly, on track to exceed 2025 goals [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Communications and computing segment growth driven by data center infrastructure, including network interface cards and security appliances [10] - Industrial and automotive segment is recovering, with expectations for strong growth in 2026 [11][39] - Record design wins across all segments, particularly in hyperscalers and robotics [54] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Company continues to execute long-term strategy, focusing on innovation and customer engagement [5][13] - Emphasis on small to mid-range FPGAs as a growth area, positioning as a companion to AI accelerators and other chips [96] - Anticipation of increased revenue from AI-related applications, targeting high teens in 2025 and mid-20s in 2026 [93] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about market conditions improving compared to Q1, with strong demand in communications and computing [6][12] - Confidence in recovering industrial and automotive segments, with expectations for normalized inventory levels by year-end [11][39] - Management highlighted strong backlog and design wins as indicators of future growth [103] Other Important Information - Company remains debt-free with strong cash flow, allowing for capital return strategies [18] - Ongoing share repurchase program, with $46 million repurchased in the quarter [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on companionship opportunities and data center infrastructure - Management believes Lattice is well-positioned to benefit from AI infrastructure spending growth, with strong growth in the server segment [24][25] Question: Update on new products versus core products - New products are expected to exceed high teens growth in 2025, with a significant contribution from the server segment [27][30] Question: Confidence in business model and future opportunities - Management expressed confidence in the durability of the FPGA business model and strong revenue growth potential [34][35] Question: Revenue growth target for 2026 - Management confirmed that the 15% to 20% revenue growth target for 2026 remains viable [37][38] Question: Impact of tariffs and geopolitical factors - Management indicated that current supply chain structures mitigate potential tariff impacts, with no significant direct effects observed [73][75] Question: Growth drivers in communications and computing - Management identified several growth drivers, including increased CapEx from hyperscalers and record design wins [80][82] Question: Recovery in industrial and automotive segments - Management expects industrial and automotive segments to normalize and grow in line with demand [83] Question: New product growth tied to communications and computing - Management anticipates growth across both communications and computing as well as industrial and automotive segments [90]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a favorable outlook on the semiconductor industry, particularly favoring companies like Texas Instruments, Renesas, and Infineon [2][3]. Core Insights - The semiconductor inventory levels are showing signs of normalization, with MCU inventories stabilizing after a previous period of understocking [2][3]. - Pricing trends across various semiconductor categories have remained stable, with an average increase of 1% month-over-month and a 14% year-over-year increase [3][9]. - The report highlights a continued digestion of MCU inventories, which had previously been elevated, indicating a positive trend for the industry [3][12]. Summary by Relevant Sections Inventory Trends - MCU inventory has decreased by 1% month-over-month after a 5% decline in the previous month, while overall inventory levels were flat to down 2% across most categories [3][4]. - Capacitors and Sensors saw a month-over-month increase of 6% in inventory, contrasting with declines in other categories [4][15]. Pricing Trends - Pricing for MCUs remained flat month-over-month and increased by 1% year-over-year, while other categories experienced slight increases of 1-3% [4][15]. - The overall pricing environment is deemed manageable, with a year-over-year increase of 3% on a revenue exposure weighted basis [9][12]. Company Observations - The report notes that pricing for transistors increased by 1% month-over-month and 18% year-over-year, driven largely by bipolar transistors [4][15]. - Infineon has seen an increase in MCU inventory to 4% of the total, up from an average of 2.6%, indicating potential overstocking or market share gains [5][19].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the semiconductor industry, highlighting reassuring pricing trends and improving inventory levels [2][3]. Core Insights - The semiconductor market is experiencing a continued digestion of MCU inventory, with a 5% month-over-month decline and a 24% decrease compared to the previous month [3][4]. - Pricing across all product categories has remained stable, with an average increase of 1% month-over-month and 13% year-over-year [3][8]. - The report emphasizes the positive trends in pricing and inventory, particularly for companies like TI, Renesas, and Infineon, while also noting improvements for STM and other industrial MCU names [2][4]. Summary by Relevant Sections Inventory Trends - MCU inventory has decreased by 5% month-over-month, following a 4% decline the previous month, indicating a healthy destocking process [3][4]. - Other categories such as Sensors and Diodes also saw inventory reductions of 5% and 4% respectively, while overall inventory trends are generally stable [3][4]. Pricing Trends - Pricing for MCUs remained flat month-over-month and year-over-year, while transistors saw a 2% increase month-over-month and a 17% increase year-over-year [4][14]. - Capacitors, Diodes, and Sensors experienced price increases of 2-3%, contributing to an overall stable pricing environment [4][14]. Company Observations - Infineon and STM showed varied pricing trends, with Infineon down 4% and STM up 4% in June compared to May, reflecting a mix-driven pricing environment [5][8]. - The report indicates that inventory levels are stable, with significant destocking in MCUs, previously driven by MCHP and now also by STM [5][11].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is nearing the end of a six-year capital expenditure (CapEx) cycle, which began in 2021, with significant investments aimed at expanding capacity in the U.S. [7][12] - The company reported a 13% growth in the first half of Q2, with expectations for continued acceleration in revenue growth [34][40] - The revenue opportunity supported by new investments could exceed $40 billion by 2030, depending on market demand [25][26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has increased its exposure to high-growth markets, particularly industrial and automotive, from 40% in 2013 to around 70% in 2022 [10][11] - The company is focusing on embedded business, with new fabs designed to support high-speed analog and embedded products [15][23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The industrial sector is showing broad recovery across all geographies and channels, with significant growth expected [40][41] - Automotive markets are recovering, particularly in China, driven by increased electric vehicle (EV) adoption [42][66] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is strategically investing in U.S. manufacturing to ensure geopolitical reliability and to better support customers [12][12] - The focus is on transitioning from older fabs to more efficient 300mm wafer fabs, which will significantly reduce costs and improve margins [102][104] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the recovery of the semiconductor market, particularly in industrial and automotive sectors, and emphasized the importance of being prepared for demand surges [34][39] - The company is well-positioned to navigate geopolitical tensions and potential decoupling from China, viewing it as an opportunity rather than a risk [72][74] Other Important Information - The company is actively working on requalifying parts for different manufacturing locations to mitigate potential tariff impacts [91][92] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining a diverse manufacturing footprint to support customer needs and market demands [12][66] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the current state of the semiconductor market recovery? - Management noted a broad recovery in the industrial sector and a positive outlook for automotive markets, particularly in China, where EV adoption is increasing [39][42] Question: How is the company managing inventory levels? - The company is deliberately holding higher inventory levels to prepare for demand fluctuations and to avoid capacity constraints experienced in previous cycles [46][52] Question: What are the implications of tariffs and geopolitical tensions? - Management indicated that current tariffs have not significantly impacted operations, and the company is prepared for potential changes in the geopolitical landscape [62][64]