Applied Optoelectronics

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. engages in the design and manufacture of optical communications products. Its products include optical devices, such as laser diodes, photodiodes, related modules and circuitry, and equipment for applications in fiber-to-the-home, cable television, point to point communications and wireless. The company was founded by Chih Hsiang Lin on February 28, 1997 and is headquartered in Sugar Land, TX.

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Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) reports strong Q4 performance and margin growth

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) delivered a solid performance in Q4, with revenue meeting expectations and gross margin exceeding guidance. The company faces challenges in managing inventory and operating expenses but is focused on enhancing profitability.
Strengths lie in strategic partnerships, record segment revenue, and margin improvement efforts. Opportunities for growth include margin expansion, demand-driven revenue growth, and strategic transactions.
Navigating challenges such as inventory management, operating expenses, and production constraints will be key. Overall, Applied Optoelectronics is poised for growth with a focus on innovation, cost efficiency, and margin enhancement.

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) reports solid Q1 performance amidst challenges

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) delivered a solid performance in Q1 2023 despite challenges like foreign exchange losses and inventory build-up.
Strategic partnerships, debt repayment plans, and revenue segment breakdowns offer insights into the company's growth trajectory.
Efforts to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities position AAOI for continued success in the evolving market landscape.

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) reports Q2 results, eyes Microsoft deals

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) met Q2 revenue guidance but faces challenges in the CATV segment.
Strong focus on improving gross margins, expanding product offerings, and talent additions.
Notable agreements with Microsoft present significant revenue opportunities exceeding $300 million.
Company aims to return gross margins to around 40% and expects continued growth in data center business.

Applied Optoelectronics reports Q3 results, eyes growth in datacenter

AOI's Q3 performance showed mixed results across segments, with strong datacenter growth offsetting declines in CATV and telecom. The company aims for improved margins and revenue growth driven by 800G products and strategic partnerships.

Applied Optoelectronics reports positive Q4 EBITDA, eyes 800G product growth

Applied Optoelectronics faced revenue challenges in Q4 but demonstrated strength in profitability and growth areas like 100G and 400G products. The company is poised for recovery in Q2, with a positive outlook for 2024 driven by 800G product opportunities and market expansion.

Applied Optoelectronics reports Q1 results, eyes high-speed product growth

Applied Optoelectronics faced challenges with revenue slightly below guidance and lower-than-expected gross margins.
However, the company remains optimistic about the future, focusing on high-speed product opportunities and customer relationships.
With a strong long-term demand outlook, AOI is poised to leverage its position for growth and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) reports mixed Q2 results, eyes Q4 growth

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) delivered mixed results in Q2 with revenue meeting guidance but gross margin falling short.
The company faces challenges in margin improvement and CATV segment performance, yet anticipates growth opportunities in Q4.
Strategic focus on datacenter product expansion and profitability enhancement through margin improvement and cost efficiency.
Overall, Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) aims for improved financial performance amidst market challenges and growth prospects.

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Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:AAOI ) Q1 2024 Earnings Conference Call May 9, 2024 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Lindsay Savarese - Investor Relations Thompson Lin - Founder, President, Chief Executive Officer & Chairman of the Board Stefan Murry - Chief Financial Officer & Chief Strategy Officer Conference Call Participants Simon Leopold - Raymond James Michael Genovese - Rosenblatt Securities Timothy Savageaux - Northland Capital Markets Dave Kang - B. Riley Securities Operator Good day and welcome everyone to Applied Optoelectronics' First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Conference Call.

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

SUGAR LAND, Texas, May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the internet datacenter, cable broadband, telecom and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) markets, today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

Applied Optoelectronics Reports First Quarter 2024 Results

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SUGAR LAND, Texas, May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the internet datacenter, cable broadband, telecom and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) markets, today announced the Company will present at the following investor conference:

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SUGAR LAND, Texas, April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the internet datacenter, cable broadband, telecom and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) markets, today announced that it will release financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2024 on Thursday, May 9, 2024.

Applied Optoelectronics Announces Date of First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Conference Call

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Applied Optoelectronics Inc. NASDAQ: AAOI is a leader in fiber-optic networking products. The company designs and manufactures advanced fiber optic products, components and modules used in cable broadband networks, telecommunications, fiber-to-home deployments and data centers.

Applied Optoelectronics earnings dumper, pain now for gain later?

Applied Optoelectronics' stock price dropped over 30% after weak Q1-2024 outlook, but is expected to recover in the long term. The company's Q4-2023 earnings report showed improvement YoY and QoQ, but came in below expectations. Applied Optoelectronics' products are in high demand for data infrastructure and AI technology, positioning the company for future growth.

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In a release issued under the same headline earlier today by Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAOI), please note the third bullet point under the section “First Quarter 2024 Business Outlook” cited non-GAAP net losses ranging from $18.9 million to $20.8 million. By contrast, those numbers should have indicated a net loss ranging from $10.9 million to $12.6 million.

CORRECTION – Applied Optoelectronics Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI) Q4 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

SUGAR LAND, Texas, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the internet datacenter, cable broadband, telecom and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) markets, today announced that it has filed a complaint for patent infringement against Cambridge Industries USA, Inc. (CIG) in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No.: 5:24-cv-01010.

Applied Optoelectronics Filed Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against CIG

SUGAR LAND, Texas, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the internet datacenter, cable broadband, telecom and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) markets, today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.

Applied Optoelectronics Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

SUGAR LAND, Texas, Feb. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the internet datacenter, cable broadband, telecom and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) markets, today announced that it will release financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023 on Thursday, February 22, 2024.

Applied Optoelectronics Announces Date of Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results Conference Call

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Applied Optoelectronics Set To Benefit From Increased Demand In Bandwidth For AI Applications

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SUGAR LAND, Texas, Dec. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: AAOI, hereinafter “AOI”), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the cable broadband, internet datacenter, telecom and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) markets, today announced that its subsidiary Global Technology Inc (hereinafter “Global Technology”) has filed two lawsuits for patent infringement against Suzhou CreaLights Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “CreaLights”) in China.

Applied Optoelectronics' Subsidiary Global Technology Inc. Filed Patent Infringement Lawsuits Against CreaLights in China

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SUGAR LAND, Texas, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAOI) (“AOI”) announced today that it has priced its private offering of $80.2 million aggregate principal amount of 5.25% Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 (the “Notes”) in an offering exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). The size of the offering has increased from the previously announced offering of $80 million aggregate principal amount of Notes.

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