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Apr 27

Applied Materials Q2 2025 Earnings Report

Applied Materials reported strong Q2 2025 results with record EPS and robust demand in semiconductor technologies.

Key Takeaways

Applied Materials delivered a solid performance in Q2 2025 with $7.1B in revenue and record EPS, driven by growth in AI semiconductor demand and consistent shareholder returns.

Achieved record GAAP EPS of $2.63 and non-GAAP EPS of $2.39.

Revenue rose to $7.1B, reflecting continued strength in semiconductor demand.

Returned $2B to shareholders through buybacks and dividends.

Strong operating margin of 30.5% supported by effective cost control.

Total Revenue
$7.1B
Previous year: $6.65B
+6.8%
EPS
$2.39
Previous year: $2.09
+14.4%
Gross Margin
49.1%
Previous year: 47.4%
+3.6%
Operating Margin
30.5%
Previous year: 28.8%
+5.9%
Non-GAAP Gross Margin
49.2%
Previous year: 47.5%
+3.6%
Gross Profit
$3.49B
Previous year: $3.15B
+10.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$6.17B
Previous year: $7.56B
-18.4%
Free Cash Flow
$1.06B
Previous year: $1.14B
-6.5%
Total Assets
$33.6B
Previous year: $31.9B
+5.3%

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Forward Guidance

Applied Materials expects Q3 FY2025 revenue of approximately $7.2B, with stable margins and earnings supported by ongoing semiconductor demand.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue guidance set at $7.2B ± $500M for Q3 FY2025.
  • Non-GAAP gross margin forecasted at 48.3%.
  • Non-GAAP EPS expected around $2.35 ± $0.20.
  • Tax benefit of $0.04/share from intra-entity intangible asset transfers.
  • Demand for AI computing continuing to drive growth.

Challenges Ahead

  • Guidance does not account for unknown future charges.
  • Macroeconomic and trade environment remains dynamic.
  • Export regulation risks may impact international operations.
  • China revenue significantly down year over year.
  • Free cash flow declined compared to prior year quarter.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income