Advantest Reports Record Quarterly Sales Boosted by Growing AI Semiconductor Demand
Brief news summary
Shares of Japanese semiconductor equipment maker Advantest surged as much as 14%, settling around 7% higher, following the announcement of record quarterly sales for October-December. The company reported a 64% year-on-year increase in operating profit, reaching 113.6 billion yen ($741.8 million), driven primarily by its Test System Business. Sales in this segment rose 51.1% to 723.1 billion yen, fueled by strong demand for system-on-a-chip testers used in AI and high-performance semiconductors, as well as increased sales of memory testers for dynamic random-access memory. Reflecting this robust growth, Advantest raised its full-year operating profit forecast by 21.4% to 454 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 2026. The company’s semiconductor test systems are essential for verifying chip functionality and durability before shipment. With growing complexity in AI and high-performance chips, demand for advanced testing equipment is rising. Despite geopolitical uncertainties and currency fluctuations, Advantest expects sustained strong demand into the fourth quarter and does not anticipate significant tariff impacts.Shares of Japanese semiconductor equipment manufacturer Advantest surged as much as 14% on Thursday following the company’s report of record quarterly sales, before settling to gains of around 7%. Operating profit for the October-December quarter rose 64% year-over-year to 113. 6 billion yen ($741. 8 million).
Additionally, on Wednesday, the company raised its operating profit forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2026 by 21. 4%, reaching 454 billion yen. The growth was mainly driven by its Test System Business, where sales jumped 51. 1% to 723. 1 billion yen, fueled by increased demand for system-on-a-chip testers used in high-performance and AI semiconductors. Advantest also highlighted ongoing strong demand for memory testers designed for high-performance dynamic random-access memory (DRAM). The company’s core business involves semiconductor test systems, which ensure that chips function correctly and meet performance and durability standards before shipment. As chips utilized in artificial intelligence and high-performance computing grow more complex, there is rising demand for advanced testing equipment to guarantee quality and reliability. Although Advantest’s management does not currently anticipate tariffs to significantly affect the business, it noted continued risks due to geopolitical uncertainties and currency fluctuations, while expecting strong demand for testers to continue into the fourth quarter.
Watch video about
Advantest Reports Record Quarterly Sales Boosted by Growing AI Semiconductor Demand
Try our premium solution and start getting clients — at no cost to you
I'm your Content Creator.
Let’s make a post or video and publish it on any social media — ready?
Content Maker
Last news
The Best for your Business
Hot news
The New AI Marketing Playbook
The marketing landscape is undergoing a transformative shift as artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes consumer behavior and strategies.
What SEO Studies Reveal About AI Content Performa…
The conversation about AI content rankings has evolved from speculation to evidence-based analysis.
AI in Video Games: Enhancing NPC Behavior and Gam…
The gaming industry is undergoing a transformative shift with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, especially in enhancing the behavior of non-playable characters (NPCs) and overall game design.
Apple buys Israeli start-up Q.AI for close to $2b…
Then undefined per month.
OpenAI's Stargate Project Expands with Five New A…
OpenAI, a leading AI research organization, has announced a major expansion of its Stargate project in partnership with Oracle and SoftBank.
Tesla profits tumble on lower EV sales, AI spendi…
NEW YORK – Tesla reported a 61% drop in fourth-quarter profits on Wednesday, attributing the decline to reduced auto sales and increased expenses as CEO Elon Musk intensifies technology investments.
The Real Impact of AI on SEO
Google has rolled out a revolutionary feature called AI Overviews, marking the most significant transformation in search results since mobile usage surpassed desktops.
AI Company
Launch your AI-powered team to automate Marketing, Sales & Growth
and get clients on autopilot — from social media and search engines. No ads needed
Begin getting your first leads today
Your News is ready
Your article is ready
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipisicing elit. Fuga dolor minus maiores. Aut vero expedita dicta, dolorem odit excepturi odio doloremque voluptatem repellat aliquam? Dolores nemo eum id pariatur! Nobis!
Generating video takes longer than text.
