Dec 31, 2024

MagnaChip Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Magnachip reported revenue growth and improved gross margins but continued to face operating losses.

Key Takeaways

Magnachip's Q4 2024 revenue reached $63 million, up 24% year-over-year, with a consolidated gross profit margin of 25.2%. The Standard Products business accounted for $60.7 million of revenue, despite a sequential decline. The company reported an operating loss of $15.7 million and a net loss of $16.3 million. Adjusted EBITDA improved but remained negative at $2.6 million. Magnachip announced its transition to a pure-play power company and is exploring strategic options for its display business.

Q4 revenue was $63 million, up 24% year-over-year.

Gross profit margin improved to 25.2%, up 2.5 percentage points.

Operating loss was $15.7 million, with a net loss of $16.3 million.

Magnachip announced plans to become a pure-play power company.

Total Revenue
$63M
Previous year: $50.8M
+24.0%
EPS
$0.07
Previous year: -$0.21
-133.3%
Gross Profit Margin
25.2%
Previous year: 22.7%
+11.0%
Adjusted EBITDA
-$2.64M
Previous year: -$9.97M
-73.6%
Gross Profit
$15.9M
Previous year: $11.5M
+37.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$139M
Previous year: $158M
-12.3%
Free Cash Flow
$11.9M
Previous year: -$7.41M
-260.1%
Total Assets
$379M
Previous year: $420M
-9.8%

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Forward Guidance

Magnachip expects Q1 2025 revenue between $42M and $47M, reflecting seasonality and the transition away from its display business. The company targets positive adjusted EBITDA by Q4 2025 and aims for $300M in annual revenue with a 30% gross profit margin within three years.

Positive Outlook

  • Q1 revenue expected to grow 11.5% year-over-year at the mid-point.
  • Gross profit margin guidance between 18.5% and 20.5%.
  • Company targets adjusted EBITDA breakeven by Q4 2025.
  • Power IC revenue increased over 50% year-over-year in 2024.
  • Shift to a pure-play power company with a focused strategy.

Challenges Ahead

  • Seasonal decline expected to impact Q1 revenue.
  • Operating losses continue to be a challenge.
  • Impact of winding down foundry services on fab utilization.
  • Competitive pressures in semiconductor industry remain high.
  • Macroeconomic risks could impact demand in key markets.

Revenue & Expenses

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