Vishay Intertechnology Updates Third Quarter 2020 Guidance and Schedules Third Quarter 2020 Earnings Call

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Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) reported an optimistic outlook for Q3 2020, projecting revenues of approximately $640 million with an adjusted gross margin of 23.6%, exceeding previous estimates of $580 to $620 million. This positive revision is attributed to rising demand, particularly from automotive customers and distribution channels in Asia. The official results will be disclosed on November 3, 2020, with a subsequent conference call scheduled for the same day.

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• Revised Q3 revenue estimate increased to $640 million from previous range of $580-$620 million.
• Adjusted gross margin expectation improved to 23.6%.

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• None.

MALVERN, Pa., Oct. 14, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., (NYSE: VSH), one of the world's largest manufacturers of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components, today announced that its results for the third fiscal quarter of 2020 are expected to be above the Company’s previous outlook. The Company now expects third quarter revenues of approximately $640 million at an adjusted gross margin of approximately 23.6% plus/minus 20 basis points. The previous expectation was for revenues in the range of $580 to $620 million at a gross margin of 22.8% plus/minus 70 basis points, assuming a USD/EUR exchange rate of 0.87.

The change in outlook is the result of stronger than expected demand mainly from automotive end customers as well as from distribution, in particular in Asia.

Vishay will release its results for the third quarter before the New York Stock Exchange opens on Tuesday, November 3, 2020.

A conference call to discuss Vishay’s third quarter financial results is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. ET. The dial-in number for the conference call is 877 589-6174 (+1 706-643-1406, if calling from outside the United States) and the access code is 7991697.

There will be a replay of the conference call from 12:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 through 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 18. The telephone number for the replay is +1 855-859-2056 (+1 404-537-3406, if calling from outside the United States or Canada) and the access code is 7991697.

A live audio webcast of the conference call and a PDF copy of the press release and the quarterly presentation will be accessible directly from the Investor Relations section of the Vishay website at http://ir.vishay.com.

About Vishay
Vishay manufactures one of the world’s largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. Serving customers worldwide, Vishay is The DNA of tech.™ Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). More on Vishay at www.Vishay.com.

Statements contained herein that relate to the Company's expected third quarter revenues, and gross margins are forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as "believe," "estimate," "will be," "will," "would," "expect," "anticipate," "plan," "project," "intend," "could," "should," or other similar words or expressions often identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on current expectations only, and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions, many of which are beyond our control. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results, performance, or achievements may vary materially from those anticipated, estimated or projected. Results for the third fiscal quarter will only be known with certainty when the Company completes its accounting for the quarter. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

The DNA of tech™ is a trademark of Vishay Intertechnology.

Contact:                                                   
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.
Peter Henrici
Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications
+1-610-644-1300

FAQ

What are Vishay Intertechnology's expected revenues for Q3 2020?

Vishay Intertechnology expects revenues of approximately $640 million for Q3 2020.

When will Vishay Intertechnology announce its Q3 2020 financial results?

Vishay will release its Q3 2020 financial results on November 3, 2020.

What is the adjusted gross margin forecast for Vishay in Q3 2020?

The adjusted gross margin is expected to be approximately 23.6%.

What factors contributed to Vishay's positive revenue outlook for Q3 2020?

The positive outlook is primarily due to stronger demand from automotive customers and distributors in Asia.