SiTime(SITM) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - SiTime reported Q4 2025 revenue of $113.3 million, a 66% increase year-over-year, with earnings per share tripling from $0.48 to $1.53 [8][9] - For the full year 2025, revenue reached $326.7 million, up 61% year-over-year, with gross margins expanding to 59.3% [15][9] - Non-GAAP operating profit for 2025 was $58.6 million, representing 18% of revenue, with cash flow from operations improving to $87.2 million from $23.2 million in 2024 [15][16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Communications Enterprise and Data Center (CED) segment grew 160% year-over-year, contributing $64.6 million or 57% of total revenue in Q4 [16][10] - Automotive, industrial, and aerospace segments delivered $24.5 million, or 22% of revenue, increasing 19% year-over-year [17] - Consumer, IoT, and mobile revenue was $24.2 million, or 21% of total revenue, up 7% year-over-year [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Demand for oscillators used in 1.6 terabit optical modules increased by 50% in 2026 forecasts, indicating strong market growth [10] - The book-to-bill ratio was over 1.5 at the end of Q4, reflecting strong demand across the customer base [9] - The company expects significant growth in 2026 driven by AI CapEx spending and increased demand for high-performance networking infrastructure [10][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - SiTime aims to lead in high-value precision timing applications and deliver differentiated system-level solutions [13] - The acquisition of Renesas' timing business is expected to enhance SiTime's product portfolio and accelerate growth, particularly in the CED segment [24][28] - The company plans to maintain a long-term growth rate of 25%-30% post-acquisition, leveraging the strengths of both businesses [25][26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the trajectory for 2026, citing strong demand in AI and data centers as key growth drivers [39][40] - The company anticipates continued growth across all segments, with specific opportunities in aerospace and defense applications [40] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining a strong supply chain to support growth and meet increasing demand [82][84] Other Important Information - The acquisition of Renesas' timing business is valued at $1.5 billion in cash and approximately 4.13 million newly issued SiTime shares [28] - The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals [28] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the source of the strong bookings reflected in the book-to-bill ratio of 1.5? - Management indicated that most bookings are coming from the CED segment due to its significant growth and customer demand [31] Question: Can you elaborate on the potential for cross-selling opportunities with Renesas? - Management confirmed that there is minimal product overlap, allowing for significant cross-selling opportunities between SiTime's oscillators and Renesas' clock products [42] Question: What is the expected duration of the backlog associated with the book-to-bill ratio? - Management noted that while customers are booking longer, the majority of orders are expected within 12 months, with a focus on Q1 and Q2 [56] Question: How do you expect the acquisition to impact gross margins? - Management stated that the acquisition is expected to enhance gross margins, potentially reaching the upper end of the long-term target of 60%-65% [60] Question: Are there any capacity constraints anticipated in the supply chain? - Management expressed confidence in the supply chain, noting that they have caught up with previous challenges and are well-positioned to meet demand [83]