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PDF Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: PDFS) is a global leader specializing in yield improvement technologies and services for the integrated circuit (IC) manufacturing process lifecycle. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, PDF Solutions aims to lower IC design and manufacturing costs, speed up time to market, and enhance overall profitability by addressing interactions from product design to mature manufacturing operations.
PDF Solutions' core offerings include the Characterization Vehicle® (CV®) test chips, which provide advanced modeling capabilities, and are widely adopted by leading manufacturers. Their industry-leading products also include DataPOWER®, a comprehensive yield management system software, and Mæstria®, a fault detection and classification software that boosts yield improvement and production control at leading fabs worldwide.
The company’s solutions empower engineers and data scientists across the semiconductor ecosystem, combining proprietary software, physical intellectual property (IP) for IC designs, electrical measurement hardware tools, various methodologies, and professional services. Their customer base spans integrated device manufacturers (IDMs), fabless semiconductor companies, foundries, outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSATs), and system houses.
PDF Solutions is well-versed in smart manufacturing, enabling clients to connect and control equipment, collect data during manufacturing and test operations, and utilize advanced analytics and machine learning for high-volume, profitable manufacturing. Notably, PDF Solutions operates globally with offices in China, Europe, Japan, Korea, and Singapore.
Recent developments include the introduction of a freemium level of the Exensio® Analytics Platform. This platform offers users insights into their yield and test operations through a thin client architecture and includes highly interactive tools for identifying yield and test issues, along with templates for outlier detection and escape prevention.
PDF Solutions actively participates in industry events such as SEMICON West and DAC 2023, where it hosts booths, participates in panels, and conducts presentations. The company is also an active member of industry consortia such as SEMI, INEMI, TPCA, IPC, the OPC Foundation, and DMDII.
Founded in 1991, PDF Solutions continues to innovate and lead in data solutions for the semiconductor industry, contributing to smarter manufacturing and enhanced profitability for its global clientele.
PDF Solutions (PDFS) announces its upcoming AI Executive Conference on December 12th, 2024, in San Francisco. The event will feature industry leaders discussing AI's role in semiconductor design and manufacturing. Three keynote presentations will be delivered by Intel VP Aziz Safa on analytics and AI transformation, ADI's Smitha Mathews on AI readiness, and PDF Solutions CEO John Kibarian on AI evolution in their portfolio. The conference includes speakers from major tech companies like Qualcomm, Microsoft, Cerebras, and Siemens, offering insights into AI/ML solutions deployment across the semiconductor industry.
PDF Solutions reported strong Q3 2024 financial results with record quarterly revenues of $46.4 million, up 10% year-over-year. The company achieved record analytics revenues of $44.8 million, representing a 13% increase from the previous year. GAAP gross margin improved to 73%, while non-GAAP gross margin reached 77%. The company reported GAAP diluted EPS of $0.06 and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.25. Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments stood at $120.2 million, with a backlog of $239.2 million as of September 30, 2024. Management expects Q4 revenue growth to align with their long-term target of 20% year-over-year.
PDF Solutions (Nasdaq: PDFS) has announced it will release its Third quarter fiscal 2024 financial results after market close on Thursday, November 7, 2024. CEO John Kibarian and CFO Adnan Raza will host a live teleconference at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time / 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the results.
Analysts and investors can pre-register for the call at a provided link. The teleconference will also be webcast on the company's investor relations website. PDF Solutions provides comprehensive data solutions for the semiconductor ecosystem, helping organizations improve yield, quality, and operational efficiency for increased profitability.
PDF Solutions (Nasdaq: PDFS) reported its Q2 2024 financial results. Key highlights include:
- Analytics revenues of $38.1 million, up 3% year-over-year
- Total quarterly revenues of $41.7 million, flat compared to Q2 2023
- GAAP gross margin of 71% and Non-GAAP gross margin of 75%
- GAAP diluted EPS of $0.04 and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.18
- Backlog of $243.2 million as of June 30, 2024
The company expects revenue for the second half of the year to grow by 20% over the comparable period of the prior year. Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments stood at $117.9 million as of June 30, 2024.
PDF Solutions (Nasdaq: PDFS) has announced an upcoming Executive Conference focused on AI's transformative power in semiconductor design and manufacturing. The event is scheduled for December 12, 2024, in downtown San Francisco, following the 70th Annual IEEE International Electron Devices Meeting.
This one-day conference will feature presentations from PDF Solutions executives, industry thought leaders, solutions partners, and customers. Topics will cover state-of-the-art practices for designing, deploying, scaling, and managing trusted AI/ML solutions across the global semiconductor industry. Further details, including the agenda, logistics, and registration information, will be released in the coming weeks.
PDF Solutions' Brian Rubow has been awarded the prestigious SEMI International Standards Excellence Award at SEMICON West 2024. This honor recognizes Rubow's significant contributions to the SEMI Standards Program, including authoring numerous standards and playing a important role in their validation process.
Rubow, Director of Solutions Engineering for Cimetrix Products at PDF Solutions, received the award on July 9, 2024, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. His nearly three-decade-long career in the semiconductor industry has been marked by dedication and expertise in equipment connectivity and control products.
The event also saw PDF Solutions host its first SEMICON West Speaker Series, featuring 17 speakers from industry leaders such as Microsoft, SAP, and AWS. This initiative provided a platform for sharing insights and expertise with SEMICON West attendees, further solidifying PDF Solutions' position as a key player in the semiconductor and electronics ecosystems.
PDF Solutions (Nasdaq: PDFS) has announced it will release its second quarter fiscal 2024 financial results after market close on August 8, 2024. CEO John Kibarian and CFO Adnan Raza will host a live teleconference at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time / 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the results. Analysts and investors can pre-register for the call, and a webcast will be available on the company's website. PDF Solutions provides comprehensive data solutions for the semiconductor ecosystem, helping organizations improve yield, quality, and operational efficiency for increased profitability.
PDF Solutions (Nasdaq: PDFS) will participate in SEMICON West 2024 from July 9-11 at the Moscone Center, San Francisco. They are organizing a Speaker Series featuring companies like SAP, Microsoft, Teradyne, proteanTecs, AWS, Accel4, and Gauss Labs. The series will cover topics such as next-generation connectivity, digital twins, AI for proactive issue detection, virtual metrology, and advanced equipment control. PDF Solutions' technical leaders will also provide insights into semiconductor manufacturing advancements. Attendees will find more information at booth #959.
PDF Solutions, Inc. reported financial results for the first quarter of 2024, showing a 6% increase in analytics revenues, with total revenues reaching $41.3 million. The company also achieved a GAAP gross margin of 67% and a non-GAAP gross margin of 72%. Despite a diluted loss per share of $0.01 on a GAAP basis, non-GAAP diluted earnings per share stood at $0.15. Additionally, PDF Solutions repurchased shares worth $6.9 million and introduced a new $40 million stock repurchase program.
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