Richardson Electronics Ltd - RELL STOCK NEWS

Richardson Electronics (NASDAQ: RELL) reported significant growth in Q4 FY21, with net sales of $50.5 million, an increase of 35.1% year-over-year. This growth was driven by strong demand across all business units, particularly in Richardson Healthcare, where sales surged 92.3% due to the ALTA750™ Tubes. Operating income reached $2.3 million, compared to a loss of $1.3 million in the previous year. The gross margin improved to 32.4%. For fiscal year 2021, net sales rose 13.5% to $176.9 million, with earnings per share at $0.14 for Q4 and $0.13 for the year.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ending May 29, 2021, on July 21, 2021. The results will be available on their website and via GlobeNewswire. A conference call, led by CEO Edward J. Richardson and CFO Robert J. Ben, is scheduled for July 22, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. CDT to discuss the results with a Q&A session. The company specializes in engineered solutions and serves multiple industries, including healthcare and alternative energy.

Canvys, a division of Richardson Electronics, has introduced a new 10.1-inch display designed for medical and industrial applications. This monitor features an HD resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels and offers customization options for various requirements. The display is available in true-flat and PCAP touch versions with an anti-glare coating, ensuring usability even with gloves. It has IP 54 splash protection, making it suitable for medical environments. Input options include DVI, display port, and HDMI, with a brightness of 500 cd/m² and a contrast ratio of 800:1.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) will participate in the International Microwave Symposium (IMS) 2021, both in-person from June 7-10 in Atlanta, Georgia, and virtually from June 20-25. The company will showcase innovative technologies in booth #1310, highlighting its partnerships and product offerings. Greg Peloquin, Executive VP, expressed excitement for the event, noting it as a prime opportunity for customer interaction and product display. The IMS serves as a significant networking platform in the RF and microwave industry.

Richardson Electronics (NASDAQ: RELL) announced an exclusive partnership with Battery Street Energy to manufacture ultracapacitor-based generator start modules. These eco-friendly modules will replace hazardous lead-acid batteries in backup systems and cater to the wireless telecom sector. The ultracapacitors offer advantages such as a wider operating temperature range and up to 18 years of lifespan, significantly reducing downtime during critical power requirements. The modules will be produced at Richardson's facility in Illinois, leveraging BSE's innovative technology.

Richardson Electronics (NASDAQ: RELL) has launched two new cryogenic components from Quantum Microwave: the QMC-CRYOTEE-0010 bias tee and the QMC-CRYOCHOKE-0010 RF choke, designed for frequencies from 3 MHz to 10 GHz. The components boast a low insertion loss of 1dB and operate effectively at temperatures as low as 10 mK, making them suitable for the quantum computing market. The introduction of these products indicates potential growth in this emerging sector, supported by advanced thermal conductivity materials.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) introduced the FET-Jet calculator, designed by UnitedSiC, to assist engineers in optimizing SiC device selection during power design phases. The tool requires no registration and allows users to explore various application functions, including AC-DC and DC-DC converters. Key outputs include overall efficiency and junction temperature, thereby facilitating informed design decisions. Both Greg Peloquin and Chris Dries emphasize the tool's role in enhancing customer experience with SiC devices, highlighting Richardson’s commitment to innovative solutions in the power conversion market.

Richardson Electronics reported a significant increase in net sales for Q3 FY21, reaching $45.2 million, up 18.3% from the previous year. Key drivers included a 41.7% increase in Healthcare sales, fueled by demand for the ALTA750™ tubes. Gross margin improved to 34.9% due to a favorable product mix. Operating income rose to $0.3 million, with Non-GAAP operating income at $1.9 million. However, operating expenses increased by $2.8 million due to a legal settlement and higher employee costs. A quarterly dividend of $0.06 was declared, reflecting the company's financial health.