GCT Semiconductor Holding Past Earnings Performance
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GCT Semiconductor Holding's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -10.2%, while the Semiconductor industry saw earnings growing at 1.8% annually. Revenues have been declining at an average rate of 45.1% per year.
Key information
-10.17%
Earnings growth rate
34.94%
EPS growth rate
| Semiconductor Industry Growth | 27.66% |
| Revenue growth rate | -45.14% |
| Return on equity | n/a |
| Net Margin | -1,078.51% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
GCT Semiconductor Q1 Preview: High-Risk, High-Reward Situation Worth Following
Summary GCT Semiconductor Holding, Inc. is a high-risk turnaround story, pivoting from 4G LTE to 5G amid severe revenue declines post-SPAC IPO. Analysts expect Q1 revenue of $1.76M (+132% QoQ, +252% YoY), but GCTS offers no concrete guidance; production ramp and 5G validation are key watchpoints. Liquidity remains a major concern, with only $600K in cash at year-end, $6M in long-term debt, and a 'substantial doubt' going-concern warning. I assign a Hold rating to GCTS stock, awaiting evidence of sustainable 5G traction, margin improvement, and operational funding before considering a position. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
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Catalysts About GCT Semiconductor Holding GCT Semiconductor Holding designs and supplies 5G chipsets and modules used in wireless connectivity applications. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Investors Appear Satisfied With GCT Semiconductor Holding, Inc.'s (NYSE:GCTS) Prospects
With a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 9.5x GCT Semiconductor Holding, Inc. ( NYSE:GCTS ) may be sending very...GCT Semiconductor's 5G Push Presents A High Growth Opportunity
Summary GCT Semiconductor, a fabless 4G/5G chip designer, went public in March, offering early entry into a potential semiconductor growth story with strong market opportunities in 5G tech. Despite current liquidity challenges and negative working capital, GCT's $50 million equity line of credit provides a cushion, with profitability expected as 5G products roll out by 2025. Recent MoUs and partnerships, including with Aramco, position GCT as a front-runner in 5G evolution, with a promising sales growth trajectory and high-margin 5G products. B. Riley's "buy" rating and $8 price target reflect confidence in GCT's potential, though sales growth confirmation in upcoming quarters is crucial for validation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
How GCT Semiconductor Holding makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 4 | -46 | 21 | 13 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 3 | -43 | 21 | 14 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 4 | -39 | 17 | 14 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 6 | -33 | 15 | 15 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 6 | -20 | 15 | 16 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 9 | -12 | 15 | 17 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 12 | -18 | 14 | 17 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 13 | -15 | 13 | 16 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 16 | -20 | 12 | 15 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 16 | -22 | 11 | 11 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 14 | -22 | 13 | 10 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 13 | -23 | 13 | 12 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 14 | -23 | 11 | 13 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 17 | -29 | 10 | 17 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 26 | -36 | 7 | 19 |
Quality Earnings: GCTS is currently unprofitable.
Growing Profit Margin: GCTS is currently unprofitable.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: GCTS is unprofitable, and losses have increased over the past 5 years at a rate of 10.2% per year.
Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare GCTS's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable
Earnings vs Industry: GCTS is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Semiconductor industry (22.6%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: GCTS's liabilities exceed its assets, so it is difficult to calculate its Return on Equity.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/14 08:59 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/12 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
GCT Semiconductor Holding, Inc. is covered by 3 analysts. 2 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Craig Ellis | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Scott Buck | H.C. Wainwright & Co. |
| Lisa Thompson | Zacks Small-Cap Research |