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China Market · Earnings Forecast · Semiconductor Equipment · Share Buyback
ASM International, a leading chip equipment manufacturer, has significantly raised its first-quarter 2026 revenue forecast to approximately €830 million, with expectations for continued growth throughout the year.
This optimistic outlook is primarily driven by a robust rebound in China's demand for chip equipment, alleviating earlier concerns about market overcapacity. The company also announced a new €150 million share buyback program for 2026-2027 and proposed a €3.25 per share dividend for 2025.
Financially, ASM International reported strong fourth-quarter 2025 revenue of €698 million, surpassing its own guidance. The full-year 2025 saw record annual revenue of €3.2 billion and a record gross profit margin of 51.8%, largely attributed to solid sales in the Chinese market.
Furthermore, the company anticipates its AI-related product segment to be its strongest business as customer investments in artificial intelligence continue to accelerate.
