The chart below shows how LITE performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, LITE sees a +5.79% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +1.22% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -3.62%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Strong Q2 Revenue Performance: Second quarter revenue of $402.2 million and non-GAAP EPS of $0.42 were above the high end of guidance ranges.
Cloud Networking Revenue Growth: Cloud and Networking segment revenue grew 20% sequentially and 18% year-over-year, driven by strong demand from cloud hyperscale customers.
Operating Margin Improvement: Non-GAAP operating margin was 7.9%, up 490 basis points sequentially and 600 basis points year-on-year, primarily due to improved profitability in Cloud and Networking.
Strong Operational Performance: Second quarter non-GAAP net income was $30 million, reflecting strong operational performance and cost management efforts.
Q3 Revenue Forecast: The company anticipates Q3 revenue in the range of $410 million to $425 million, indicating continued growth momentum.
Negative
Industrial Tech Revenue Decline: Industrial Tech segment revenue decreased 21% year-over-year, indicating a significant decline in demand due to a weak industrial end market.
Operating Loss Challenges: GAAP operating loss was reported at 12.8%, reflecting ongoing challenges in managing operational costs despite revenue growth in other segments.
Liquidity Concerns Noted: Cash and short-term investments decreased by $19 million to $897 million, suggesting potential liquidity concerns amid capital expenditures.
High Operating Expense Ratio: Non-GAAP operating expenses totaled $98.3 million, representing 24.4% of revenue, which indicates a high cost structure relative to revenue generation despite reductions from previous quarters.
Industrial Tech Revenue Decline: Guidance for the third quarter indicates a projected sequential decline in Industrial Tech revenue by approximately $10 million, highlighting continued challenges in that segment.
Lumentum Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:LITE) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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