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Jan 29, 2023

Semtech Q4 2023 Earnings Report

Semtech exceeded guidance with acquisition of Sierra Wireless completed.

Key Takeaways

Semtech's Q4 results exceeded the midpoint of guidance, driven by strong performance in LoRa-enabled products and the completion of the Sierra Wireless acquisition. Despite a challenging macroeconomic environment, the company is well-positioned for future growth with its diversified portfolio and focus on the IoT market.

Completed the acquisition of Sierra Wireless for $1.3 billion.

Semtech Organic net sales reached $152.5 million, surpassing the midpoint of guidance.

Sierra Wireless contributed $15.0 million in net sales post-acquisition.

LoRa-enabled net sales totaled $40.8 million.

Total Revenue
$168M
Previous year: $191M
-12.1%
EPS
$0.47
Previous year: $0.7
-32.9%
GAAP Gross Margin
59.7%
Non-GAAP Gross Margin
62.3%
Gross Profit
$100M
Previous year: $122M
-18.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$236M
Previous year: $280M
-15.8%
Free Cash Flow
-$24.5M
Previous year: $42.9M
-157.1%
Total Assets
$2.57B
Previous year: $1.13B
+127.2%

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Forward Guidance

Semtech anticipates net sales between $230.0 million and $240.0 million for the first quarter of fiscal year 2024. The non-GAAP diluted loss per share is expected to be in the range of $(0.11) to $(0.04).

Positive Outlook

  • Net sales are expected to be in the range of $230.0 million to $240.0 million.
  • GAAP Gross margin is expected to be in the range of 42.5% to 44.7%.
  • Non-GAAP Gross margin is expected to be in the range of 47.5% to 49.5%.
  • Non-GAAP SG&A expense is expected to be in the range of $47.0 million to $49.0 million.
  • Non-GAAP R&D expense is expected to be in the range of $50.0 million to $52.0 million.

Challenges Ahead

  • Export restrictions, inflationary pressure and other macroeconomic conditions may impact results.
  • GAAP SG&A expense is expected to be in the range of $68.9 million to $70.9 million.
  • GAAP R&D expense is expected to be in the range of $53.5 million to $55.5 million.
  • GAAP Intangible amortization expense is expected to be approximately $15.8 million.
  • Non-GAAP Diluted loss per share is expected to be in the range of $(0.11) to $(0.04).