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Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc.(KLIC)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
KLIC•NASDAQ
$105.87
9999.0× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutKulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells capital equipment and tools used to assemble semiconductor devices. It operates through two segments, Capital Equipment, and Aftermarket Products and Services (APS). The company manufactures and sells advanced displays; die-transfer, flip-chip, and TCB advanced packaging products; ball bonder, die-attach, electronics assembly, lithography, wafer-level bonder, and wedge bonder products; consumables, such as capillaries, dicing blades, and wedge bonds; and auto offline programming, KNet PLUS, and new product introduction/manufacturing execution system software products. It also services, maintains, repairs, and upgrades equipment. The company serves semiconductor device manufacturers, integrated device manufacturers, outsourced semiconductor assembly and test providers, other electronics manufacturers, industrial manufacturers, and automotive electronics suppliers primarily in the United States and the Asia/Pacific region. Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Singapore.Show more
- Revenue$654M-7.4%
- EBITDA$15M+121.8%
- Net Income$213K+100.3%
- EPS (Diluted)0.00+100.3%
- Gross Margin42.49%+11.7%
- EBITDA Margin2.26%+123.5%
- Operating Margin-0.49%+96.2%
- Net Margin0.03%+100.3%
- ROE0.02%+100.4%
KLIC Price & Volume
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Cyclical Revenue Volatility Masks Strong Balance Sheet
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q2
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Strained
Financial:Fortress
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Cyclical OSAT demand volatility
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Kulicke and Soffa exhibits significant sensitivity to semiconductor assembly cycles, evidenced by revenue growth swinging from a 18.3% contraction in 2025Q3 to 49.8% growth by 2026Q2.
- While the company maintains a fortress balance sheet with a negligible 0.05 debt-to-equity ratio, investors should monitor the inconsistent operating leverage that caused operating margins to fluctuate between -61.1% and 15.9% over the last two years.
- Future performance remains contingent on the company's ability to stabilize its cost structure and improve earnings quality amidst ongoing capital equipment demand volatility.
Verdict Logic
while the company holds a strong $337.9M cash position, the extreme volatility in operating margins and the erratic free cash flow trajectory suggest that the current 36.69 forward P/E ratio may not fully account for the cyclical risks inherent in the OSAT sector.
KLIC Growth Metrics
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years2%
5 Years0.97%
3 Years-24.23%
TTM11.16%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-42.28%
5 Years-66.74%
3 Years-92.11%
TTM-85.63%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-40.08%
5 Years-65.6%
3 Years-91.74%
TTM188.22%
Return on Capital
10 Years11.38%
5 Years13.92%
3 Years-1.72%
Last Year-0.33%
KLIC Recent Earnings
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 9/12 qtrs (75%)●Beat Revenue 8/12 qtrs (67%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 6, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.79+17.9%
$0.67
Rev
$243M+6.1%
$229M
Q1 2026
Feb 4, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.44+33.3%
$0.33
Rev
$200M+5.1%
$190M
Q4 2025
Nov 19, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.28+26.1%
$0.22
Rev
$178M+4.5%
$170M
Q3 2025
Aug 6, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.07+16.7%
$0.06
Rev
$148M-12.6%
$170M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 6, 2026 | $0.79vs $0.67+17.9% | $243Mvs $229M+6.1% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 4, 2026 | $0.44vs $0.33+33.3% | $200Mvs $190M+5.1% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 19, 2025 | $0.28vs $0.22+26.1% | $178Mvs $170M+4.5% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 6, 2025 | $0.07vs $0.06+16.7% | $148Mvs $170M-12.6% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest KLIC News
Recent stock market news and headlines for Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC)
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 26, 2026
Zacks Industry Outlook Kulicke and Soffa , Ultra Clean and VeecoKulicke and Soffa , Ultra Clean and Veeco have been highlighted in this Industry Outlook article.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 25, 2026
3 Stocks to Buy From the Prospering Electronics Manufacturing IndustryThe Zacks Electronics - Manufacturing Machinery industry participants, such as KLIC, UCTT and VECO, are benefiting from strong demand for high-performance computing, advanced packaging and AI-driven demand amid challenging macroeconomic conditions.
The Motley Fool·Jun 19, 2026
What Does a Kulicke and Soffa Senior Vice President's Sale of 15,000 Company Shares for $1.7 Million Mean for Investors?SVP Nelson Wong sold 15,000 shares on June 12, 2026, generating a transaction value of ~$1.71 million at a weighted average price of around $113.72 per share. This disposition represented 17.37% of Wong's direct holdings at the time of the transaction.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 19, 2026
Kulicke and Soffa (KLIC) Soars 4.6%: Is Further Upside Left in the Stock?Kulicke and Soffa (KLIC) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions may not translate into further price increase in the near term.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $105.87 | $5.54B | 9999.00 | -7.38% | 0.03% | 0.02% | 0.96% | |
| $50.97 | $2.39B | -32.06 | 12.74% | -11.54% | -6.84% | — | |
| $94.66 | $6.27B | 69.09 | 15.24% | 9.48% | 5.13% | — | |
| $279.93 | $13.92B | 100.69 | 1.82% | 10.33% | 5.19% | — | |
| $85.01 | $2.95B | -55.20 | 11.61% | -5.28% | -7.5% | — | |
| $349.57 | $23.53B | 79.99 | 9.62% | 8.03% | 12.24% | — |
Compare KLIC vs Peers
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
KLIC SEC Filings & Documents
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
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May 6, 2026·SEC
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Mar 5, 2026·SEC
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Feb 4, 2026·SEC
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310-Q Quarterly Reports
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KLIC Frequently Asked Questions
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc.'s revenue?
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) reported $768.2M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 102% increase from $381.2M in 1996.
How fast is Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. growing?
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) saw revenue decline by 7.4% over the past year.
Is KLIC profitable?
Yes, Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) is profitable, generating $3.1M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (0.0% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does KLIC pay dividends?
Yes, Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.96%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is KLIC's return on equity?
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) has a return on equity (ROE) of 0.0%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
What is Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc.'s free cash flow?
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (KLIC) generated $4.3M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.