NXP Semiconductors N.V. - NXPI STOCK NEWS

NXP Semiconductors (NASDAQ: NXPI) announced the appointment of Annette Clayton and Anthony Foxx as non-executive directors, effective immediately, during its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) on May 26, 2021. Clayton is the CEO of Schneider Electric North America, bringing extensive leadership experience from major corporations. Foxx serves as Lyft's chief policy officer and was formerly the U.S. Secretary of Transportation. The AGM also re-appointed existing Board members and approved all agenda items unanimously.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) has appointed Andy Micallef as Executive Vice President of Global Operations, effective May 17, 2021. Micallef, previously COO at Marvell Semiconductor, will oversee NXP's manufacturing, quality, and supply chain strategies. He replaces David Reed, who is retiring after over thirty-five years in the semiconductor industry. NXP's President and CEO, Kurt Sievers, expressed excitement for Micallef's leadership experience, which is expected to enhance operational execution at NXP.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:NXPI) has successfully completed an offering of $1 billion in 2.500% senior unsecured notes due 2031 and $1 billion in 3.250% senior unsecured notes due 2041. The net proceeds from the 2031 Notes will fund various eligible green projects, including advancements in green chip technology and energy efficiency in manufacturing. The offering complies with U.S. regulations and is guaranteed by NXP. This strategic move aims to bolster NXP's investment in sustainable technologies while also providing liquidity for general corporate purposes.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:NXPI) announced the pricing of an offering of $1,000 million senior unsecured notes due 2031 and $1,000 million due 2041. The 2031 Notes will carry an interest rate of 2.500%, while the 2041 Notes will bear 3.250%. Proceeds from the 2031 Notes will be allocated to green projects, including advanced automotive technologies and energy efficiency measures. The offering is set to close on May 11, 2021, subject to customary conditions. The Notes are offered to qualified buyers under applicable regulations and are not registered under the Securities Act.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:NXPI) plans to initiate a private offering of senior unsecured notes. These notes will be guaranteed on a senior basis and are intended to finance 'green' projects, including advancements in battery control and energy management for electric vehicles. The net proceeds will also support general corporate purposes. The offering will comply with Rule 144A and Regulation S of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933. The notes are not registered for public offering and will not be available to retail investors in the EEA or the UK.

NXP Semiconductors and Truist Securities will co-host a conference call on May 12 at 10:00 a.m. EDT to discuss NXP's Automotive processing solutions. The call will feature Henri Ardevol, Executive VP of NXP, and William Stein, Managing Director at Truist. Interested participants must pre-register for dial-in details through this link.

The call will be recorded and a replay will be available for 30 days on NXP's investor relations site.

NXP Semiconductors reported a strong first quarter 2021 with revenues of $2.6 billion, representing a 27% year-on-year increase. The GAAP gross margin improved to 52.8%, while non-GAAP operating margins reached 30.9%. The company generated $732 million in cash flow from operations, with a free cash flow of $582 million. NXP returned $1 billion to shareholders through dividends and buybacks, reflecting a 50% increase in the quarterly dividend. Additionally, NXP joined the S&P 500 index, reinforcing its market position.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) will announce its financial results for Q1 2021 on April 26, 2021, following the close of NASDAQ trading. A conference call for the financial community is scheduled for April 27, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. EDT. Interested participants can join via U.S. and international dial-in numbers or through a webcast available on the NXP Investor Relations website. In 2020, NXP reported revenue of $8.61 billion, establishing its position as a leader in secure connectivity solutions across various markets.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) will be added to the S&P 500 index starting March 22, 2021. This inclusion reflects the company's strong commitment to innovation and leadership in secure connectivity solutions. CEO Kurt Sievers expressed pride in joining the S&P 500, highlighting the global team's dedication to improving lives through advanced technologies. NXP’s expertise spans automotive, industrial, IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets, contributing to its revenue of $8.61 billion in 2020.