Announcement • Aug 08
The KLA Corporation Declares A Quarterly Cash Dividend on Common Stock, Payable on September 1, 2026 The KLA Corporation Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share on its common stock, payable on September 1, 2026 to KLA shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 17, 2026. Reported Earnings • Jul 30
Full year 2026 earnings released: EPS: US$3.68 (vs US$3.05 in FY 2025) Full year 2026 results: EPS: US$3.68 (up from US$3.05 in FY 2025). Revenue: US$13.6b (up 12% from FY 2025). Net income: US$4.83b (up 19% from FY 2025). Profit margin: 36% (up from 33% in FY 2025). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 15% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 14% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 22% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 52% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Jul 30
Kla Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the First Quarter of Fiscal Ending September 30, 2026 KLA Corporation provided earnings guidance for the first quarter of fiscal ending September 30, 2026. For the period, Total revenues are expected to be in a range of $4.0 billion +/- $200 million; GAAP gross margin is expected to be in a range of 61.6% +/- 1.0%; GAAP diluted EPS is expected to be in a range of $1.14+/- $0.10. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jul 29
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 18% After last week's 18% share price decline to €155, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 38x. Average forward P/E is 31x in the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Total returns to shareholders of 249% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €91.86 per share. Recent Insider Transactions • Jul 03
Executive VP recently sold €3.6m worth of stock On the 1st of July, Mary Wilkinson sold around 14k shares on-market at roughly €250 per share. This transaction amounted to 100% of their direct individual holding at the time of the trade. In the last 3 months, there was an even bigger sale from another insider worth €6.9m. Insiders have been net sellers, collectively disposing of €12m more than they bought in the last 12 months. Announcement • Jul 03
KLA Corporation to Report Q4, 2026 Results on Jul 28, 2026 KLA Corporation announced that they will report Q4, 2026 results After-Market on Jul 28, 2026 New Risk • Jun 30
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 German stocks, typically moving 8.1% 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: Minor Risks Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (8.1% average weekly change). Significant insider selling over the past 3 months (€8.3m sold). Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jun 30
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 21% After last week's 21% share price gain to €258, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 60x. Average forward P/E is 42x in the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Total returns to shareholders of 492% over the past three years. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jun 12
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 24% After last week's 24% share price gain to €216, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 53x. Average forward P/E is 42x in the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Total returns to shareholders of 414% over the past three years. Recent Insider Transactions • May 14
President recently sold €6.9m worth of stock On the 12th of May, Richard Wallace sold around 5k shares on-market at roughly €1,530 per share. This transaction amounted to 20% of their direct individual holding at the time of the trade. This was the largest sale by an insider in the last 3 months. This was Richard's only on-market trade for the last 12 months. Announcement • May 09
KLA Corporation announces Quarterly dividend, payable on June 02, 2026 KLA Corporation announced Quarterly dividend of USD 2.3000 per share payable on June 02, 2026, ex-date on May 18, 2026 and record date on May 18, 2026. Announcement • May 02
Kla Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the Fourth Quarter of Fiscal Year Ending in June 30, 2026 KLA Corporation provided earnings guidance for the fourth quarter of fiscal year ending in June 30, 2026. For the period, the company total revenues are expected to be in a range of $3.575 billion +/- $200 million and GAAP diluted EPS is expected to be in a range of $9.66+/- $1.00. Reported Earnings • Apr 30
Third quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: US$9.17 (vs US$8.21 in 3Q 2025) Third quarter 2026 results: EPS: US$9.17 (up from US$8.21 in 3Q 2025). Revenue: US$3.42b (up 12% from 3Q 2025). Net income: US$1.20b (up 10% from 3Q 2025). Profit margin: 35% (in line with 3Q 2025). Revenue is forecast to grow 14% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.8% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 18% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 64% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Apr 14
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 15% After last week's 15% share price gain to €1,514, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 43x. Average forward P/E is 30x in the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Total returns to shareholders of 359% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €767 per share. Announcement • Mar 12
KLA Corporation Announces an Increase in the Quarterly Dividend KLA Corporation announced an increase in the quarterly dividend level to $2.30 per share from $1.90 per share, the 17th consecutive annual increase in the quarterly dividend for KLA. The declaration and payment of future dividends is subject to the Board's discretion and will depend on financial and legal requirements and other considerations. Declared Dividend • Feb 16
Second quarter dividend of US$1.90 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$1.90. Ex-date: 17th February 2026 Payment date: 3rd March 2026 Dividend yield will be 0.6%, which is lower than the industry average of 1.1%. Payout Ratios Payout ratio: 21%. Cash payout ratio: 23%. Announcement • Feb 06
KLA Corporation Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend, Payable on March 3, 2026 The KLA Corporation Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.90 per share on its common stock, payable on March 3, 2026 to KLA shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 17, 2026. Reported Earnings • Jan 30
Second quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: US$8.73 (vs US$6.18 in 2Q 2025) Second quarter 2026 results: EPS: US$8.73 (up from US$6.18 in 2Q 2025). Revenue: US$3.30b (up 7.2% from 2Q 2025). Net income: US$1.15b (up 39% from 2Q 2025). Profit margin: 35% (up from 27% in 2Q 2025). The increase in margin was primarily driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 10% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.7% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 13% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 49% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Jan 30
KLA Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the Third Quarter Ending March 31, 2026 KLA Corporation provided earnings guidance for the third quarter ending March 31, 2026. For the quarter, the company total revenues are expected to be in a range of $3.35 billion +/- $150 million; GAAP net income per diluted share of $8.07 to $9.63. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jan 15
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 19% After last week's 19% share price gain to €1,345, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 40x. Average forward P/E is 26x in the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Total returns to shareholders of 258% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €642 per share. Announcement • Jan 08
KLA Corporation to Report Q2, 2026 Results on Jan 29, 2026 KLA Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2026 results After-Market on Jan 29, 2026 Board Change • Dec 01
High number of new directors There are 5 new directors who have joined the board in the last 3 years. Independent Director Tracy Embree was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2025. The company’s lack of board continuity is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Nov 08
KLA Corporation Appoints Michael McMullen Chair of the Compensation and Talent Committee KLA Corporation announced that on November 5, 2025, Michael McMullen was appointed Chair of the Compensation and Talent Committee, replacing Gary Moore. Announcement • Nov 07
KLA Corporation Declares Regular Cash Dividend, Payable on December 2, 2025 The KLA Corporation Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.90 per share on its common stock, payable on Dec. 2, 2025 to KLA shareholders of record as of the close of business on Nov. 17, 2025. Reported Earnings • Oct 30
First quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: US$8.51 (vs US$7.05 in 1Q 2025) First quarter 2026 results: EPS: US$8.51 (up from US$7.05 in 1Q 2025). Revenue: US$3.21b (up 13% from 1Q 2025). Net income: US$1.12b (up 19% from 1Q 2025). Profit margin: 35% (up from 33% in 1Q 2025). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 7.6% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.2% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 48% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Oct 30
KLA Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for Second Quarter Ending December 31, 2025 KLA Corporation provided earnings guidance for second quarter ending December 31, 2025. For the period Total revenues are expected to be in a range of $3.225 billion +/- $150 million. GAAP diluted EPS is expected to be in a range of $8.46 +/- $0.78. Announcement • Oct 04
KLA Corporation to Report Q1, 2026 Results on Oct 29, 2025 KLA Corporation announced that they will report Q1, 2026 results After-Market on Oct 29, 2025 Announcement • Sep 24
KLA Corporation, Annual General Meeting, Nov 05, 2025 KLA Corporation, Annual General Meeting, Nov 05, 2025. Location: one technology drive, milpitas, california 95035, United States Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Sep 18
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 15% After last week's 15% share price gain to €912, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 29x. Average forward P/E is 13x in the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Total returns to shareholders of 193% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €576 per share. Declared Dividend • Aug 13
Fourth quarter dividend of US$1.90 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$1.90. Ex-date: 18th August 2025 Payment date: 3rd September 2025 Dividend yield will be 0.8%, which is lower than the industry average of 1.1%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (22% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (27% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 14% per year over the past 10 years and has been stable with no material reductions to payments, indicating a long track record of dividend growth and stability. EPS is expected to grow by 33% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Aug 01
Full year 2025 earnings released: EPS: US$30.53 (vs US$20.41 in FY 2024) Full year 2025 results: EPS: US$30.53 (up from US$20.41 in FY 2024). Revenue: US$12.2b (up 24% from FY 2024). Net income: US$4.06b (up 47% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 33% (up from 28% in FY 2024). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 6.5% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.2% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 5% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 26% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Aug 01
KLA Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 KLA Corporation provided earnings guidance for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. Total revenues are expected to be in a range of $3.15 billion +/- $150 million. GAAP diluted EPS is expected to be in a range of $8.28 +/- $0.77. GAAP net income per diluted share to be in the range of $7.51 to $9.05. Announcement • Jul 10
KLA Corporation to Report Q4, 2025 Results on Jul 31, 2025 KLA Corporation announced that they will report Q4, 2025 results After-Market on Jul 31, 2025 Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • May 13
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 17% After last week's 17% share price gain to €707, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 25x. Average forward P/E is 16x in the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Total returns to shareholders of 122% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €547 per share. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • May 09
Now 20% overvalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 14% to €624. The fair value is estimated to be €518, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 4.8% over the last 3 years, while earnings per share has been flat. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 6.0% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 8.6% per annum over the same time period. Announcement • May 02
KLA Corporation Appoints Jamie E. Samath to its Board and Audit Committee, Effective April 30, 2025 KLA Corporation announced on April 30, 2025, the Board of Directors of the company appointed Jamie E. Samath to the Board, effective immediately. Mr. Samath has served as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Head of Business Technology, since January 1, 2025, at Intuitive Surgical Inc. In his over 12 years with Intuitive, Mr. Samath’s scope and responsibilities have expanded across Intuitive’s financial and business functions. Mr. Samath assumed the role of Intuitive’s Chief Financial Officer in 2022 and became Head of Business Technology in 2024, which includes oversight of information technology, real estate and workplace services, and purchasing. The Board also appointed Mr. Samath to the Audit Committee of the Board, effective immediately. Reported Earnings • May 02
Third quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: US$8.21 (vs US$4.46 in 3Q 2024) Third quarter 2025 results: EPS: US$8.21 (up from US$4.46 in 3Q 2024). Revenue: US$3.06b (up 30% from 3Q 2024). Net income: US$1.09b (up 81% from 3Q 2024). Profit margin: 36% (up from 26% in 3Q 2024). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 6.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.0% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 2% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 25% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Apr 11
KLA Corporation to Report Q3, 2025 Results on Apr 30, 2025 KLA Corporation announced that they will report Q3, 2025 results After-Market on Apr 30, 2025 Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Apr 04
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 15% After last week's 15% share price decline to €527, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 21x. Average forward P/E is 12x in the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Total returns to shareholders of 71% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €530 per share. Announcement • Feb 14
KLA Corporation Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend, Payable on March 4, 2025 The KLA Corporation Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.70 per share on its common stock, payable on March 4, 2025 to KLA shareholders of record as of the close of business on Feb. 24, 2025. Board Change • Feb 06
Insufficient new directors There is 1 new director who has joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: 1 new director. 2 experienced directors. 6 highly experienced directors. Independent Director Mike McMullen was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2023. The company’s insufficient board refreshment is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Reported Earnings • Jan 31
Second quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: US$6.18 (vs US$4.30 in 2Q 2024) Second quarter 2025 results: EPS: US$6.18 (up from US$4.30 in 2Q 2024). Revenue: US$3.08b (up 24% from 2Q 2024). Net income: US$824.5m (up 42% from 2Q 2024). Profit margin: 27% (up from 23% in 2Q 2024). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 7.3% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 6.7% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 1% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 31% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Jan 31
KLA Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the Third Quarter of Fiscal Ending March 2025 KLA Corporation provided earnings guidance for the third quarter of fiscal ending March 2025. The company expects total revenues is expected to be in a range of $3.0 billion +/- $150 million. GAAP diluted EPS is expected to be in a range of $7.77 +/- $0.60. Announcement • Nov 16
KLA Corporation Announces Transition of Oreste Donzella to the Role of Part-Time Senior Advisor to the Company Beginning on April 14, 2025 On November 15, 2024, KLA Corporation and Oreste Donzella, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, agreed that Mr. Donzella will transition to the role of part-time senior advisor to the Company beginning on April 14, 2025 (the “Effective Date”) and ending on August 16, 2026 (the “Advisor Period”). Mr. Donzella will remain as the Company’s Chief Strategy Officer until April 13, 2025, during which time, Mr. Donzella will assist the Company with transitioning his current duties and responsibilities. Prior to the Effective Date, there will be no changes to Mr. Donzella’s employment terms, including his compensation or other benefits. Announcement • Nov 08
KLA Corporation Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend, Payable on December 3, 2024 The KLA Corporation Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.70 per share on its common stock, payable on December 3, 2024 to KLA shareholders of record as of the close of business on November 18, 2024. Announcement • Nov 02
KLA Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the Second Quarter Ending December 2024 KLA Corporation provided earnings guidance for the second quarter ending December 2024. The company expects total revenues is expected to be in a range of $2.95 billion +/- $150 million. GAAP diluted EPS is expected to be in a range of $7.45 +/- $0.60. Reported Earnings • Nov 01
First quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: US$7.05 (vs US$5.44 in 1Q 2024) First quarter 2025 results: EPS: US$7.05 (up from US$5.44 in 1Q 2024). Revenue: US$2.84b (up 19% from 1Q 2024). Net income: US$945.9m (up 28% from 1Q 2024). Profit margin: 33% (up from 31% in 1Q 2024). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 8.9% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 7.7% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 2% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 19% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Oct 21
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 17% After last week's 17% share price decline to €626, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 24x. Average forward P/E is 13x in the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Total returns to shareholders of 117% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €633 per share. Announcement • Oct 10
KLA Corporation to Report Q1, 2025 Results on Oct 30, 2024 KLA Corporation announced that they will report Q1, 2025 results After-Market on Oct 30, 2024 Announcement • Sep 25
KLA Corporation, Annual General Meeting, Nov 06, 2024 KLA Corporation, Annual General Meeting, Nov 06, 2024. Location: plus building,milpitas headquarters, located at one technology drive, california 95035, milpitas United States Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Sep 19
Now 22% overvalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 10% to €691. The fair value is estimated to be €566, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 9.9% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 6.5%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 9.4% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 14% per annum over the same time period. Announcement • Sep 04
KLA Corporation Announces Increase in Quarterly Dividend KLA Corporation announced a 17% increase in the quarterly dividend level to $1.70 per share from $1.45 per share beginning with the quarterly dividend expected to be declared in November 2024, the fifteenth consecutive annual increase in the quarterly dividend level for KLA. The declaration and payment of future dividends is subject to the Board's discretion and will depend on financial and legal requirements and other considerations. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Aug 15
Now 26% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 7.6% to €754. The fair value is estimated to be €600, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 9.9% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 6.5%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 9.6% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 15% per annum over the same time period. Declared Dividend • Aug 12
Fourth quarter dividend of US$1.45 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$1.45. Ex-date: 15th August 2024 Payment date: 3rd September 2024 Dividend yield will be 0.8%, which is lower than the industry average of 1.1%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (28% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (26% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 12% per year over the past 10 years and has been stable with no material reductions to payments, indicating a long track record of dividend growth and stability. EPS is expected to grow by 56% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Announcement • Aug 02
KLA Corporation Declares Regular Cash Dividend, Payable on Sept. 3, 2024 The KLA Corporation Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.45 per share on its common stock, payable on Sept. 3, 2024 to KLA shareholders of record as of the close of business on Aug. 15, 2024. Reported Earnings • Jul 25
Full year 2024 earnings released: EPS: US$20.41 (vs US$24.29 in FY 2023) Full year 2024 results: EPS: US$20.41 (down from US$24.29 in FY 2023). Revenue: US$9.81b (down 6.5% from FY 2023). Net income: US$2.76b (down 19% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 28% (down from 32% in FY 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 9.6% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.3% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 6% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 39% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Jul 25
KLA Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the First Quarter Ending September 30, 2024 KLA Corporation provided earnings guidance for the first quarter ending September 30, 2024. The company’s total revenues is expected to be in a range of $2.75 billion +/- $150 million and GAAP net income per diluted share to be in a range of $6.09 to $7.29. Announcement • Jul 04
KLA Corporation to Report Q4, 2024 Results on Jul 24, 2024 KLA Corporation announced that they will report Q4, 2024 results After-Market on Jul 24, 2024 Declared Dividend • May 13
Third quarter dividend of US$1.45 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$1.45. Ex-date: 14th May 2024 Payment date: 31st May 2024 Dividend yield will be 0.8%, which is lower than the industry average of 1.1%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (29% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (25% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 12% per year over the past 10 years and has been stable with no material reductions to payments, indicating a long track record of dividend growth and stability. EPS is expected to grow by 69% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Announcement • May 03
The KLA Corporation Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend, Payable on May 31, 2024 The KLA Corporation Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.45 per share on its common stock, payable on May 31, 2024 to the company shareholders of record as of the close of business on May 15, 2024. Reported Earnings • Apr 26
Third quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: US$4.46 (vs US$5.06 in 3Q 2023) Third quarter 2024 results: EPS: US$4.46 (down from US$5.06 in 3Q 2023). Revenue: US$2.36b (down 3.0% from 3Q 2023). Net income: US$601.5m (down 14% from 3Q 2023). Profit margin: 26% (down from 29% in 3Q 2023). The decrease in margin was primarily driven by lower revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 10% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.1% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 13% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 33% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Apr 24
Now 20% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 2.8% to €605. The fair value is estimated to be €504, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 17% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 22%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 8.9% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 15% per annum over the same time period. Announcement • Apr 05
KLA Corporation to Report Q3, 2024 Results on Apr 25, 2024 KLA Corporation announced that they will report Q3, 2024 results After-Market on Apr 25, 2024 Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Feb 23
Now 24% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 24% to €632. The fair value is estimated to be €509, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 17% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 22%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 8.6% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 14% per annum over the same time period. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Feb 17
Now 21% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 25% to €625. The fair value is estimated to be €518, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 17% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 22%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 8.6% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 14% per annum over the same time period. Declared Dividend • Feb 12
Second quarter dividend of US$1.45 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$1.45. Ex-date: 15th February 2024 Payment date: 1st March 2024 Dividend yield will be 0.9%, which is lower than the industry average of 1.1%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (27% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (25% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 14% per year over the past 10 years and has been stable with no material reductions to payments, indicating a long track record of dividend growth and stability. EPS is expected to grow by 57% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Announcement • Feb 08
KLA Corporation Declares Quarterly Regular Cash Dividend, Payable on March 1, 2024 The KLA Corporation Board of Directors of KLA Corporation announced that its Board of Directors announced a quarterly cash dividend of $1.45 per share on its common stock, payable on March 1, 2024, to KLA shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 19, 2024. Reported Earnings • Jan 26
Second quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: US$4.30 (vs US$6.93 in 2Q 2023) Second quarter 2024 results: EPS: US$4.30 (down from US$6.93 in 2Q 2023). Revenue: US$2.49b (down 17% from 2Q 2023). Net income: US$582.5m (down 41% from 2Q 2023). Profit margin: 23% (down from 33% in 2Q 2023). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 8.3% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 7.9% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 22% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 37% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Jan 26
KLA Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the Third Quarter of Fiscal 2024 KLA Corporation provided earnings guidance for the third quarter of fiscal 2024 ending in March. For the quarter, company expects total revenues is expected to be in a range of $2.30 billion +/- $125 million. GAAP gross margin is expected to be in a range of 59.4% +/- 1.0%. GAAP diluted EPS is expected to be in a range of $4.93 +/- $0.60. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Jan 19
Now 21% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 26% to €554. The fair value is estimated to be €459, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 21% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 31%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 5.6% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 8.6% per annum over the same time period. Announcement • Jan 05
KLA Corporation to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Jan 25, 2024 KLA Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results After-Market on Jan 25, 2024 Announcement • Nov 03
The KLS Corporation Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend, Payable on Dec. 1, 2023 The KLA Corporation Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.45 per share on its common stock, payable on Dec. 1, 2023, to KLA shareholders of record as of the close of business on Nov. 15, 2023. Reported Earnings • Oct 26
First quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: US$5.44 (vs US$7.23 in 1Q 2023) First quarter 2024 results: EPS: US$5.44 (down from US$7.23 in 1Q 2023). Revenue: US$2.40b (down 12% from 1Q 2023). Net income: US$741.4m (down 28% from 1Q 2023). Profit margin: 31% (down from 38% in 1Q 2023). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 5.4% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 7.5% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 31% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 38% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Oct 26
KLA Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2024 KLA Corporation provided earnings guidance for the second quarter of fiscal 2024. For the year, total revenues is expected to be in a range of $2.45 billion +/- $125 million. GAAP gross margin is expected to be in a range of 59.6% +/- 1.0% and GAAP diluted EPS is expected to be in a range of $5.54 +/- $0.60. 
