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AU Optronics (AUOTY)
OTHER OTC:AUOTY
Earnings Data
Report Date
Apr 24, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.06Last Year’s EPS
-0.13Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 13, 2025
|% Change Since: 9.86%
|Next Earnings Date:Apr 24, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call revealed significant challenges in the short term, particularly with a quarterly revenue decline and ongoing operating losses. However, there are positive long-term growth prospects in the Mobility Solution segment and notable achievements in sustainability. Despite these positive aspects, the immediate financial challenges weigh heavily on the overall sentiment.Company Guidance
The recent conference call provided a detailed overview of AUO's fiscal year 2024 fourth-quarter results and guidance for 2025, with a focus on various financial metrics and business strategies. AUO reported net sales of NT$68.7 billion for Q4 2024, marking a 12% decrease quarter-over-quarter but an increase year-over-year, reflecting industry progress. The gross margin fell to 7.9% due to weaker market conditions, resulting in an operating loss of NT$3.3 billion. However, a non-operating gain of NT$4.8 billion helped net profit attributable to owners reach NT$1.6 billion. EBITDA stood at NT$4.7 billion, with an EBITDA margin of 6.9%. Full-year results for 2024 showed net sales of NT$280.2 billion, up 13% year-over-year, driven by demand recovery and expanded business scale, despite an overall net loss of NT$3.1 billion. AUO anticipates a high single-digit QoQ decline in Mobility Solution revenue for Q1 2025, while expecting low to mid-teens growth in Vertical Solutions. The company aims to improve profitability, cost structure, and product mix, with a focus on asset-light models and carbon reduction schemes. Additionally, AUO plans to maintain a robust financial structure, highlighted by a gearing ratio of 31.2% and healthy inventory turnover of 49 days.Full Year Revenue Growth
Net sales for 2024 were NT$280.2 billion, up by 13% YoY, attributable to Display’s demand recovery, more favorable market conditions, and higher demand for automotive displays.
Mobility Solution Expansion
The Mobility Solution segment saw revenue increase by 60% due to organic growth and the inclusion of BHTC, with expectations of double-digit growth in the coming years.
Sustainability Achievements
AUO was included in the DJSI for the 14th year, ranked top two in its subgroup, and achieved a 39% reduction in carbon emissions since 2018.
Strategic Asset Sales
AUO decided to sell the east side fab of AUO Crystal to Micron, totaling NT$3.75 billion, to focus more on semiconductor material business.
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AUOTY Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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AUOTY Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Feb 13, 2025 | $4.16 | $4.28 | +2.88% |
| Oct 31, 2024 | $5.18 | $5.18 | 0.00% |
| Jul 31, 2024 | $5.30 | $5.20 | -1.89% |
| Apr 30, 2024 | $5.41 | $5.38 | -0.55% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does AU Optronics (AUOTY) report earnings?
AU Optronics (AUOTY) is schdueled to report earning on Apr 24, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is AU Optronics (AUOTY) earnings time?
AU Optronics (AUOTY) earnings time is at Apr 24, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is AUOTY EPS forecast?
AUOTY EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q1) is -0.06.
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