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PLANO, Texas - Diodes Incorporated (NASDAQ:DIOD), a semiconductor company with a market capitalization of $1.86 billion, has revealed a new stock repurchase program authorizing the buyback of up to $100 million of its outstanding common stock. The program, announced by the company’s Board of Directors, is set to run until December 31, 2030, with the flexibility for extension or early termination by the Board.
This strategic move comes amidst the company’s acknowledgment of temporary setbacks due to weakened demand in certain markets and ongoing global uncertainties, reflected in the stock’s 39% decline over the past six months. Despite these challenges, President Gary Yu expressed a high level of confidence in Diodes’ growth prospects and its long-term opportunities, with analyst price targets ranging from $50 to $65 per share.According to InvestingPro analysis, Diodes currently appears undervalued, with 8 additional exclusive ProTips available to subscribers.
The repurchase program is seen as a testament to Diodes’ robust cash flow generation and solid balance sheet, with a healthy current ratio of 3.26 and more cash than debt on its books. This financial strength enables the company to balance growth investments with shareholder returns. Repurchases may occur in the open market or through private transactions, contingent on legal and regulatory requirements. Market conditions will influence the timing of the buybacks, and the program may be paused or stopped at any time.
Diodes Incorporated operates globally, serving top companies in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer electronics, and communication sectors with semiconductor products. The company is part of the S&P SmallCap 600 and Russell 3000 Index, priding itself on a comprehensive product portfolio and strong customer service across various high-growth markets.
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In other recent news, Diodes Incorporated reported its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings, missing both earnings per share (EPS) and revenue forecasts. The company announced an EPS of $0.27, below the forecasted $0.50, while revenue for the quarter was $339.3 million, falling short of the anticipated $351.75 million. Full-year 2024 revenue decreased to $1.3 billion from $1.7 billion in 2023, reflecting broader market challenges. Despite these setbacks, Diodes introduced 755 new part numbers, including 330 automotive parts, and anticipates stronger performance in 2025. Benchmark analyst David Williams revised the price target for Diodes to $65 from $74 but maintained a Buy rating, citing optimism about year-over-year growth and better-than-expected guidance for the first quarter of 2025. The firm’s strength in the Asian market, particularly in China and Southeast Asia, is expected to counterbalance weaknesses in Europe and North America. Diodes’ core Automotive and Industrial sectors, which account for 42% of total revenue, remain robust, with the A.I. server segment highlighted as a key growth area. The company’s ongoing focus on expanding its automotive and industrial market presence and its advancements in AI server content are seen as positive indicators for future growth.
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