Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • May 20
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 17% After last week's 17% share price gain to NT$44.30, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 60.2x. Average trailing P/E is 34x in the Electronic industry in Taiwan. Total returns to shareholders of 46% over the past three years. Reported Earnings • May 06
First quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: NT$0.33 (vs NT$0.24 in 1Q 2025) First quarter 2026 results: EPS: NT$0.33 (up from NT$0.24 in 1Q 2025). Revenue: NT$558.5m (down 6.7% from 1Q 2025). Net income: NT$51.9m (up 36% from 1Q 2025). Profit margin: 9.3% (up from 6.4% in 1Q 2025). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, the company's share price growth rate has exceeded its earnings growth rate by 73 percentage points per year, which is a significant difference in performance. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Apr 14
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 18% After last week's 18% share price gain to NT$34.45, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 53x. Average trailing P/E is 28x in the Electronic industry in Taiwan. Total returns to shareholders of 5.8% over the past three years. New Risk • Apr 07
New major risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been highly volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 90% of Taiwanese stocks, typically moving 11% a week. This is considered a major risk. Share price volatility increases the risk of potential losses in the short-term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. It may also indicate the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Share price has been highly volatile over the past 3 months (11% average weekly change). Earnings have declined by 19% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risks Dividend is not well covered by cash flows (dividend per share is over 6x cash flows per share). Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (4.3% net profit margin). New Risk • Mar 08
New minor risk - Profit margin trend The company's profit margins are lower than last year and have reduced by more than 30%. Net profit margin: 4.3% Last year net profit margin: 7.2% This is considered a minor risk. A large drop in profit margin could indicate the company does not have strong competitive advantages or it is yet to establish itself and its core business. Even if it is a well established business, this may make it a much riskier investment than one that has a combination of proven competitive advantages and a stable or growing profit margin. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Dividend is not well covered by earnings and cash flows. Payout ratio: 125% Dividend per share is over 9x cash flows per share. Earnings have declined by 19% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risks Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (8.8% average weekly change). Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (4.3% net profit margin). Reported Earnings • Mar 08
Full year 2025 earnings released: EPS: NT$0.65 (vs NT$0.99 in FY 2024) Full year 2025 results: EPS: NT$0.65 (down from NT$0.99 in FY 2024). Revenue: NT$2.41b (up 10% from FY 2024). Net income: NT$103.7m (down 35% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 4.3% (down from 7.2% in FY 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, the company's share price growth rate has exceeded its earnings growth rate by 64 percentage points per year, which is a significant difference in performance. Annonce • Mar 05
Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd, Annual General Meeting, Jun 23, 2026 Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd, Annual General Meeting, Jun 23, 2026. Location: no,1-1 ln.111, sec.3 chung shan rd., tanzih district, taichung city Taiwan Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Feb 25
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 16% After last week's 16% share price gain to NT$30.75, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 54.7x. Average trailing P/E is 24x in the Electronic industry in Taiwan. Total loss to shareholders of 7.9% over the past three years. New Risk • Jan 23
New minor risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of Taiwanese stocks, typically moving 6.8% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Dividend is not well covered by earnings and cash flows. Payout ratio: 125% Cash payout ratio: 102% Earnings have declined by 12% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risk Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (6.8% average weekly change). Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jan 14
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 21% After last week's 21% share price gain to NT$25.30, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 45x. Average trailing P/E is 24x in the Electronic industry in Taiwan. Total loss to shareholders of 12% over the past three years. Annonce • Jan 13
Bourns, Inc. proposed to acquire Rakon Limited (NZSE:RAK) from Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd (TWSE:2484), Wairahi Investments Limited and others for approximately NZD 350 million. Bourns, Inc. proposed to acquire Rakon Limited (NZSE:RAK) from Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd (TWSE:2484), Wairahi Investments Limited and others for approximately NZD 350 million on January 11, 2026. A cash consideration valued at NZD 1.55 per share will be paid by Bourns, Inc. As part of consideration, an undisclosed value is paid towards common equity and an undisclosed value is paid towards rights of Rakon Limited.
The transaction is subject to approval by the Overseas Investment Act 2005, the French Monetary and Financial Code, the UK National Security and Investment Act 2021 and Bourns receiving acceptances holding or controlling 90% or more of the voting rights in Rakon. An Independent Committee (IC) of the Rakon Board, comprising Independent Directors Chris Swasbrook and Greg Barclay, has been established to manage engagement with Bourns and respond to the Notice. Shareholders are advised to take no action until they have received and considered the formal offer documentation from Bourns and Rakon’s Target Company Statement, including the Independent Adviser’s Report.
Calibre Partners acted as financial advisor for Rakon Limited. Bell Gully acted as legal advisor for Rakon Limited. New Risk • Nov 21
New minor risk - Market cap size The company's market capitalization is less than US$100m. Market cap: NT$3.13b (US$99.6m) This is considered a minor risk. Companies with a small market capitalization are most likely businesses that have not yet released a product to market or are simply a very small company without a wide reach. Either way, risk is elevated with these companies because there is a chance the product may not come to fruition or the company's addressable market or demand may not be as large as expected. In addition, if the company's size is the main factor, it is less likely to have many investors and analysts following it and scrutinizing its performance and outlook. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Dividend is not well covered by earnings and cash flows. Payout ratio: 125% Cash payout ratio: 102% Earnings have declined by 12% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risk Market cap is less than US$100m (NT$3.13b market cap, or US$99.6m). New Risk • Nov 16
New major risk - Dividend sustainability The dividend is not well covered by earnings and cash flows. Payout ratio: 125% Cash payout ratio: 102% Dividend yield: 3.3% This is considered a major risk. Companies that pay out too much of their earnings and cash flows are at risk of having to reduce or cut their dividend in future. If earnings or cash flows stagnate or fall, then there may not be enough to maintain the same dividend. Or in extreme cases, companies may opt to dig into capital reserves or take on debt to maintain the dividend. For dividend paying companies, any reduction in the dividend can significantly impact the share price. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Dividend is not well covered by earnings and cash flows. Payout ratio: 125% Cash payout ratio: 102% Earnings have declined by 12% per year over the past 5 years. Reported Earnings • Nov 06
Third quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: NT$0.14 (vs NT$0.18 in 3Q 2024) Third quarter 2025 results: EPS: NT$0.14 (down from NT$0.18 in 3Q 2024). Revenue: NT$603.4m (down 2.3% from 3Q 2024). Net income: NT$21.7m (down 25% from 3Q 2024). Profit margin: 3.6% (down from 4.7% in 3Q 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, the company's share price growth rate has exceeded its earnings growth rate by 59 percentage points per year, which is a significant difference in performance. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 20
Upcoming dividend of NT$0.70 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 25 August 2025. Payment date: 26 September 2025. The company is paying out more than 100% of its profits but is generating plenty of cash to support the dividend. Trailing yield: 3.2%. Lower than top quartile of Taiwanese dividend payers (5.3%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.6%). Declared Dividend • Aug 06
Dividend reduced to NT$0.70 Dividend of NT$0.70 is 53% lower than last year. Ex-date: 25th August 2025 Payment date: 26th September 2025 Dividend yield will be 3.2%, which is lower than the industry average of 4.0%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is covered by both earnings (71% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (65% cash payout ratio). The dividend has decreased over the past 10 years, indicating a lack of growth and stability in payments. The company's earnings per share (EPS) would need to decline by 21% to shift the payout ratio to a potentially unsustainable range, which is more than the 6.4% EPS decline seen over the last 5 years. Reported Earnings • Aug 05
Second quarter 2025 earnings released: NT$0.11 loss per share (vs NT$0.27 profit in 2Q 2024) Second quarter 2025 results: NT$0.11 loss per share (down from NT$0.27 profit in 2Q 2024). Revenue: NT$649.0m (up 25% from 2Q 2024). Net loss: NT$17.7m (down 141% from profit in 2Q 2024). Over the last 3 years on average, the company's share price growth rate has exceeded its earnings growth rate by 48 percentage points per year, which is a significant difference in performance. Annonce • Jun 14
Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd. Approves Cash Dividend for 2024 Siward Crystal Technology Co. Ltd. at its 2025 Annual Shareholders' Meeting held on June 13, 2025, approved Cash Dividend of TWD 0.7 per share for 2024. Reported Earnings • May 06
First quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: NT$0.24 (vs NT$0.24 in 1Q 2024) First quarter 2025 results: EPS: NT$0.24 (down from NT$0.24 in 1Q 2024). Revenue: NT$598.3m (up 15% from 1Q 2024). Net income: NT$38.1m (down 2.2% from 1Q 2024). Profit margin: 6.4% (down from 7.5% in 1Q 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 54% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 19% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings. Annonce • Apr 25
Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd to Report Q1, 2025 Results on May 05, 2025 Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd announced that they will report Q1, 2025 results on May 05, 2025 New Risk • Apr 08
New minor risk - Market cap size The company's market capitalization is less than US$100m. Market cap: NT$3.04b (US$91.9m) This is considered a minor risk. Companies with a small market capitalization are most likely businesses that have not yet released a product to market or are simply a very small company without a wide reach. Either way, risk is elevated with these companies because there is a chance the product may not come to fruition or the company's addressable market or demand may not be as large as expected. In addition, if the company's size is the main factor, it is less likely to have many investors and analysts following it and scrutinizing its performance and outlook. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (7.2% net profit margin). Market cap is less than US$100m (NT$3.04b market cap, or US$91.9m). Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Apr 08
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 18% After last week's 18% share price decline to NT$19.05, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 19.2x. Average trailing P/E is 17x in the Electronic industry in Taiwan. Total loss to shareholders of 34% over the past three years. Annonce • Mar 03
Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd, Annual General Meeting, Jun 13, 2025 Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd, Annual General Meeting, Jun 13, 2025. Location: no,1-1 ln.111, sec.3 chung shan rd., tanzih district, taichung city Taiwan Annonce • Mar 01
Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd Proposes Dividend Distribution for the Year Ended December 31, 2024 Siward Crystal Technology Co. Ltd. proposed dividend distribution for the year ended December 31, 2024. Appropriations of earnings in cash dividends to shareholders is TWD 0.7 per share. Annonce • Feb 18
Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd to Report Fiscal Year 2024 Results on Feb 27, 2025 Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd announced that they will report fiscal year 2024 results on Feb 27, 2025 New Risk • Dec 16
New major risk - Financial data availability The company has not reported any financial data. This is considered a major risk. With no or incomplete audited reported financial data, it is virtually impossible to assess the company's investment potential. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk No financial data reported. Minor Risk Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Reported Earnings • Nov 05
Third quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: NT$0.18 (vs NT$0.59 in 3Q 2023) Third quarter 2024 results: EPS: NT$0.18 (down from NT$0.59 in 3Q 2023). Revenue: NT$617.4m (up 4.9% from 3Q 2023). Net income: NT$28.8m (down 70% from 3Q 2023). Profit margin: 4.7% (down from 16% in 3Q 2023). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 28% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 6% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings. Annonce • Oct 19
Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd to Report Q3, 2024 Results on Nov 04, 2024 Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd announced that they will report Q3, 2024 results on Nov 04, 2024 Upcoming Dividend • Aug 21
Upcoming dividend of NT$1.50 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 26 August 2024. Payment date: 27 September 2024. The company is paying out more than 100% of its earnings and cash flow. Trailing yield: 5.0%. Within top quartile of Taiwanese dividend payers (4.3%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.8%). Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Aug 19
Now 20% overvalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 6.3% to NT$29.95. The fair value is estimated to be NT$24.96, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has declined by 13% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has declined by 11%. Reported Earnings • Aug 07
Second quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: NT$0.27 (vs NT$0.44 in 2Q 2023) Second quarter 2024 results: EPS: NT$0.27 (down from NT$0.44 in 2Q 2023). Revenue: NT$517.8m (down 11% from 2Q 2023). Net income: NT$43.0m (down 39% from 2Q 2023). Profit margin: 8.3% (down from 12% in 2Q 2023). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 11% per year whereas the company’s share price has fallen by 6% per year. Annonce • Jul 20
Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Aug 05, 2024 Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results on Aug 05, 2024 Reported Earnings • May 07
First quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: NT$0.24 (vs NT$0.55 in 1Q 2023) First quarter 2024 results: EPS: NT$0.24 (down from NT$0.55 in 1Q 2023). Revenue: NT$522.2m (down 15% from 1Q 2023). Net income: NT$39.0m (down 55% from 1Q 2023). Profit margin: 7.5% (down from 14% in 1Q 2023). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 6% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 5% per year. Reported Earnings • Mar 05
Full year 2023 earnings released: EPS: NT$1.64 (vs NT$4.82 in FY 2022) Full year 2023 results: EPS: NT$1.64 (down from NT$4.82 in FY 2022). Revenue: NT$2.36b (down 28% from FY 2022). Net income: NT$261.0m (down 66% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 11% (down from 24% in FY 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 22% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 13% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. New Risk • Nov 06
New minor risk - Profit margin trend The company's profit margins are lower than last year and have reduced by more than 30%. Net profit margin: 14% Last year net profit margin: 23% This is considered a minor risk. A large drop in profit margin could indicate the company does not have strong competitive advantages or it is yet to establish itself and its core business. Even if it is a well established business, this may make it a much riskier investment than one that has a combination of proven competitive advantages and a stable or growing profit margin. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Dividend is not well covered by earnings (103% payout ratio). Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (14% net profit margin). Reported Earnings • Nov 06
Third quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: NT$0.59 (vs NT$1.72 in 3Q 2022) Third quarter 2023 results: EPS: NT$0.59 (down from NT$1.72 in 3Q 2022). Revenue: NT$588.6m (down 30% from 3Q 2022). Net income: NT$94.8m (down 65% from 3Q 2022). Profit margin: 16% (down from 32% in 3Q 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 39% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 13% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 23
Upcoming dividend of NT$2.20 per share at 6.4% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 August 2023. Payment date: 28 September 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 67% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 6.4%. Within top quartile of Taiwanese dividend payers (5.6%). Higher than average of industry peers (4.2%). Reported Earnings • Aug 05
Second quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: NT$0.44 (vs NT$1.51 in 2Q 2022) Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: NT$0.44 (down from NT$1.51 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: NT$581.3m (down 37% from 2Q 2022). Net income: NT$70.2m (down 71% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 12% (down from 26% in 2Q 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 53% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 14% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Annonce • May 06
Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd Appoints Huang, Ling-Ling as Chief Corporate Governance Officer Siward Crystal Technology Co. Ltd. appointed Huang, Ling-Ling CFO of the company as chief corporate governance officer, effective May 4, 2023. Reason for the change: According to Taiwan Stock Exchange Corporation Operation Directions for Compliance with the Establishment of Board of Directors by TWSE Listed Companies and the Board's Exercise of Powers. Reported Earnings • Mar 15
Full year 2022 earnings released: EPS: NT$4.82 (vs NT$2.55 in FY 2021) Full year 2022 results: EPS: NT$4.82 (up from NT$2.55 in FY 2021). Revenue: NT$3.26b (up 1.2% from FY 2021). Net income: NT$768.3m (up 89% from FY 2021). Profit margin: 24% (up from 13% in FY 2021). The increase in margin was primarily driven by lower expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 69% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 35% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Board Change • Nov 16
No independent directors No new directors have joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: No new directors. 9 experienced directors. No highly experienced directors. No independent directors (7 non-independent directors). was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in . The following issues are considered to be risks according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model: Lack of independent directors. Insufficient board refreshment. Reported Earnings • Nov 06
Third quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS: NT$1.72 (vs NT$0.78 in 3Q 2021) Third quarter 2022 results: EPS: NT$1.72 (up from NT$0.78 in 3Q 2021). Revenue: NT$845.6m (down 5.1% from 3Q 2021). Net income: NT$273.5m (up 122% from 3Q 2021). Profit margin: 32% (up from 14% in 3Q 2021). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 64% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 16% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 23
Upcoming dividend of NT$1.50 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 August 2022. Payment date: 30 September 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 37% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 3.6%. Lower than top quartile of Taiwanese dividend payers (6.4%). Lower than average of industry peers (4.4%). Reported Earnings • Aug 07
Second quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS: NT$1.51 (vs NT$0.58 in 2Q 2021) Second quarter 2022 results: EPS: NT$1.51 (up from NT$0.58 in 2Q 2021). Revenue: NT$918.3m (up 11% from 2Q 2021). Net income: NT$240.0m (up 161% from 2Q 2021). Profit margin: 26% (up from 11% in 2Q 2021). The increase in margin was primarily driven by higher revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 51% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 20% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Reported Earnings • May 11
First quarter 2022 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectations First quarter 2022 results: EPS: NT$1.04 (up from NT$0.48 in 1Q 2021). Revenue: NT$826.1m (up 13% from 1Q 2021). Net income: NT$165.0m (up 114% from 1Q 2021). Profit margin: 20% (up from 11% in 1Q 2021). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue missed analyst estimates by 9.6%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 86%. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 33% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 22% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Board Change • Apr 27
No independent directors No new directors have joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: No new directors. 9 experienced directors. No highly experienced directors. No independent directors (7 non-independent directors). was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in . The following issues are considered to be risks according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model: Lack of independent directors. Insufficient board refreshment. Reported Earnings • Mar 13
Full year 2021 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectations Full year 2021 results: EPS: NT$2.54 (up from NT$1.02 in FY 2020). Revenue: NT$3.23b (up 25% from FY 2020). Net income: NT$405.7m (up 150% from FY 2020). Profit margin: 13% (up from 6.3% in FY 2020). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue missed analyst estimates by 9.6%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 86%. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 17% per year. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Nov 19
Investor sentiment improved over the past week After last week's 22% share price gain to NT$43.00, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 22.2x. Average trailing P/E is 16x in the Electronic industry in Taiwan. Total returns to shareholders of 198% over the past three years. Reported Earnings • Nov 07
Third quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS NT$0.78 (vs NT$0.36 in 3Q 2020) The company reported a strong third quarter result with improved earnings, revenues and profit margins. Third quarter 2021 results: Revenue: NT$890.7m (up 23% from 3Q 2020). Net income: NT$123.5m (up 113% from 3Q 2020). Profit margin: 14% (up from 8.0% in 3Q 2020). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 1% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 26% per year, which means it is well ahead of earnings. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 23
Upcoming dividend of NT$1.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 August 2021. Payment date: 30 September 2021. Trailing yield: 2.8%. Lower than top quartile of Taiwanese dividend payers (5.3%). Lower than average of industry peers (3.3%). Reported Earnings • Aug 09
Second quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS NT$0.58 (vs NT$0.32 in 2Q 2020) The company reported a strong second quarter result with improved earnings, revenues and profit margins. Second quarter 2021 results: Revenue: NT$824.2m (up 30% from 2Q 2020). Net income: NT$91.9m (up 83% from 2Q 2020). Profit margin: 11% (up from 8.0% in 2Q 2020). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 11% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 19% per year, which means it is well ahead of earnings. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jun 29
Investor sentiment improved over the past week After last week's 16% share price gain to NT$36.50, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 28.8x. Average trailing P/E is 17x in the Electronic industry in Taiwan. Total returns to shareholders of 111% over the past three years. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • May 17
Investor sentiment deteriorated over the past week After last week's 21% share price decline to NT$22.85, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 18.2x. Average trailing P/E is 15x in the Electronic industry in Taiwan. Total returns to shareholders of 37% over the past three years. Reported Earnings • May 08
First quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS NT$0.48 (vs NT$0.23 in 1Q 2020) The company reported a strong first quarter result with improved earnings, revenues and profit margins. First quarter 2021 results: Revenue: NT$729.6m (up 38% from 1Q 2020). Net income: NT$77.3m (up 106% from 1Q 2020). Profit margin: 11% (up from 7.1% in 1Q 2020). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 16% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 16% per year, which means it is well ahead of earnings. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Apr 21
Investor sentiment improved over the past week After last week's 21% share price gain to NT$30.35, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 29.9x. Average trailing P/E is 20x in the Electronic industry in Taiwan. Total returns to shareholders of 90% over the past three years. Annonce • Mar 17
Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd., Annual General Meeting, Jun 15, 2021 Siward Crystal Technology Co., Ltd., Annual General Meeting, Jun 15, 2021. Reported Earnings • Mar 13
Full year 2020 earnings released: EPS NT$1.02 (vs NT$0.76 in FY 2019) The company reported a strong full year result with improved earnings, revenues and profit margins. Full year 2020 results: Revenue: NT$2.59b (up 13% from FY 2019). Net income: NT$162.0m (up 34% from FY 2019). Profit margin: 6.3% (up from 5.3% in FY 2019). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 16% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 6% per year, which means it is well ahead of earnings. Is New 90 Day High Low • Jan 08
New 90-day high: NT$26.60 The company is up 26% from its price of NT$21.15 on 08 October 2020. The Taiwanese market is up 17% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Electronic industry, which is up 22% over the same period. Is New 90 Day High Low • Dec 02
New 90-day high: NT$23.15 The company is up 3.0% from its price of NT$22.45 on 03 September 2020. The Taiwanese market is up 9.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Electronic industry, which is up 7.0% over the same period. Reported Earnings • Nov 18
Third quarter 2020 earnings released: EPS NT$0.36 The company reported a solid third quarter result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were weaker. Third quarter 2020 results: Revenue: NT$724.5m (up 16% from 3Q 2019). Net income: NT$58.1m (up 8.0% from 3Q 2019). Profit margin: 8.0% (down from 8.6% in 3Q 2019). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 16% per year but the company’s share price has remained flat, which means it is well ahead of earnings. Reported Earnings • Nov 07
Third quarter 2020 earnings released: EPS NT$0.37 The company reported a solid third quarter result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were weaker. Third quarter 2020 results: Revenue: NT$724.5m (up 16% from 3Q 2019). Net income: NT$58.1m (up 8.0% from 3Q 2019). Profit margin: 8.0% (down from 8.6% in 3Q 2019). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 16% per year but the company’s share price has remained flat, which means it is well ahead of earnings.