MKS Inc. Stock Price, News & Analysis

MKS Instruments (NASDAQ: MKSI) has announced the appointment of Ram Mayampurath as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, effective October 14, 2024. Mayampurath, with over 25 years of experience in financial strategy and value creation, will join MKS from Rogers (NYSE: ROG), where he served as Senior Vice President, CFO, and Treasurer. He previously held positions at Rogers since 2014 and at Royal Philips Electronics from 2005 to 2014.

Mayampurath brings expertise in global finance, M&A, capital allocation strategy, revenue growth, and margin expansion. He is a chartered accountant with an MBA from Southern Illinois University and a Master's in Global Management from Thunderbird School of Global Management. John T.C. Lee, President and CEO of MKS, expressed pleasure in welcoming Mayampurath to the executive team.

MKS Instruments (NASDAQ: MKSI) reported strong Q2 2024 financial results, with revenue of $887 million at the high end of guidance. The company posted GAAP net income of $23 million and net income per share of $0.33. Adjusted EBITDA reached $228 million, while Non-GAAP net earnings per diluted share were $1.53, exceeding the high-end of guidance.

CEO John T.C. Lee highlighted the company's strong execution in Semiconductor and Electronics & Packaging markets, emphasizing MKS's role as a critical enabler in chipmaking and advanced electronics. For Q3 2024, MKS expects revenue of $870 million (±$40 million), Adjusted EBITDA of $206 million (±$23 million), and Non-GAAP net earnings per diluted share of $1.43 (±$0.28).

MKS Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies, has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share. The dividend will be payable on September 6, 2024, to shareholders of record as of August 26, 2024. This decision was authorized by the company's Board of Directors. MKS Instruments emphasizes that future dividend declarations, including record and payment dates, are subject to final determination by the Board. This announcement reflects the company's commitment to providing regular returns to its shareholders.

MKS Instruments (NASDAQ: MKSI) has released its 2024 Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Report, highlighting the company's progress and commitment to sustainability. Key points include:

• A target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from the 2022 baseline
• Development of a consolidated Scope 3 emissions inventory
• Expansion of the sustainable product portfolio
• Establishment of a team to quantify carbon footprints of products and processes
• Focus on employee experience, including a global engagement survey and launch of the Women@MKS Employee Resource Group
• External recognition from MSCI, Sustainalytics, and Newsweek and Statista

The report includes disclosures related to SASB and TCFD standards.

MKS Instruments (NASDAQ: MKSI) has successfully completed the repricing of its $2.6 billion and €0.8 billion secured tranche B term loans maturing in 2029. The repricing reduces the interest rate for the USD tranche B term loans from SOFR plus 250 basis points to SOFR plus 225 basis points, and for the EUR tranche B term loans from EURIBOR plus 300 basis points to EURIBOR plus 275 basis points.

Additionally, MKS made a voluntary prepayment of $110 million on its secured tranche B term loans, consisting of $69 million to the USD Term Loan B and €38 million to the EUR Term Loan B. Based on current interest rates, these actions are expected to result in annualized cash interest savings of approximately $17 million.

MKS Instruments (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies, has announced its upcoming second quarter 2024 earnings release and conference call schedule. The company will release its financial results after market close on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. A conference call with management is scheduled for Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

Investors and interested parties can access a live and archived webcast of the call on the company's investor relations website. To participate via phone, attendees must register online to receive dial-in details. MKS encourages participants to register and dial in at least 15 minutes before the call's start time to ensure a timely connection.

MKS Instruments (NASDAQ: MKSI) has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the 2024-2025 Best Companies to Work For, specifically in the Manufacturing category. This marks the second consecutive year that MKS has received this accolade.

The rankings are based on factors important to job seekers, such as quality of pay and benefits, work-life balance, job stability, and career opportunities. John T.C. Lee, MKS' CEO, emphasized the company's commitment to creating a supportive work environment that enables employees to reach their full potential. The methodology for this recognition included data from the Russell 3000 index and Glassdoor reviews.

MKS Instruments (NASDAQ: MKSI) has announced plans to build a Super Center factory in Penang, Malaysia, to support wafer fabrication equipment production globally. The facility will be constructed in three phases starting early 2025. This initiative aims to leverage Penang's robust industrial ecosystem to enhance semiconductor manufacturing capabilities and create high-value jobs. Malaysian officials highlighted the nation’s growing reputation as a hub for advanced technology investments and the positive impact on Malaysia’s manufacturing sector. MKS sees this expansion as a significant step to strengthen its semiconductor manufacturing applications.

MKS Instruments (NASDAQ: MKSI) announced that its President and CEO, John T.C. Lee, will participate in a fireside chat at the BofA Securities Global Technology Conference.

The event is scheduled for Thursday, June 6, 2024, at 11:20 a.m. PDT. A live webcast and a replay will be available on the company's Investor Relations website.