Lumentum Holdings Inc
NASDAQ:LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
Lumentum Holdings Inc., born from the spun-off optics and photonics division of JDS Uniphase in 2015, has emerged as a pivotal player in the advanced optical solutions sector. With its headquarters in San Jose, California, the company thrives at the intersection of technology and innovation. Lumentum crafts photonic products that are integral to building the advanced networks we use today and tomorrow. It primarily caters to two demanding markets: optical communications and commercial lasers. Its cutting-edge components and modules are pivotal in driving the bandwidth consumption surge fueled by cloud computing, video streaming, and the global proliferation of internet-connected devices. The company's ingenious designs and manufacturing prowess enable it to provide solutions that enhance speed, reduce energy consumption, and seamlessly integrate for critical telecom and datacom applications.
Lumentum also extends its expertise into the promising realm of 3D sensing technology. This innovation is increasingly finding its place in consumer electronics and automotive sectors, where Lumentum's vertical cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs) have become essential for facial recognition, augmented reality, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). By serving high-profile clients like Apple, Lumentum capitalizes on its stronghold in VCSEL technology to boost its revenue streams. Furthermore, its precision optical components and laser systems serve the industrial manufacturing sector, supporting applications ranging from materials processing to advanced manufacturing solutions. Through a strategic focus on research and development, Lumentum continually expands its product offerings, ensuring it remains at the forefront of technological advancements, feeding the persistent global demand for enhanced optical performance and efficiency.
Lumentum Holdings Inc., born from the spun-off optics and photonics division of JDS Uniphase in 2015, has emerged as a pivotal player in the advanced optical solutions sector. With its headquarters in San Jose, California, the company thrives at the intersection of technology and innovation. Lumentum crafts photonic products that are integral to building the advanced networks we use today and tomorrow. It primarily caters to two demanding markets: optical communications and commercial lasers. Its cutting-edge components and modules are pivotal in driving the bandwidth consumption surge fueled by cloud computing, video streaming, and the global proliferation of internet-connected devices. The company's ingenious designs and manufacturing prowess enable it to provide solutions that enhance speed, reduce energy consumption, and seamlessly integrate for critical telecom and datacom applications.
Lumentum also extends its expertise into the promising realm of 3D sensing technology. This innovation is increasingly finding its place in consumer electronics and automotive sectors, where Lumentum's vertical cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs) have become essential for facial recognition, augmented reality, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). By serving high-profile clients like Apple, Lumentum capitalizes on its stronghold in VCSEL technology to boost its revenue streams. Furthermore, its precision optical components and laser systems serve the industrial manufacturing sector, supporting applications ranging from materials processing to advanced manufacturing solutions. Through a strategic focus on research and development, Lumentum continually expands its product offerings, ensuring it remains at the forefront of technological advancements, feeding the persistent global demand for enhanced optical performance and efficiency.
Record Revenue: Lumentum posted record quarterly revenue of $665.5 million, up more than 65% year-over-year and at the high end of guidance.
Strong Margin Expansion: Operating margin grew by over 1,700 basis points year-over-year, with gross margin reaching 36.1% (GAAP) and non-GAAP gross margin at 42.5%.
Q3 Guidance Raised: Next quarter revenue is guided to a midpoint of $805 million, representing an 85%+ year-over-year growth and another record.
OCS & CPO Momentum: Optical circuit switches (OCS) and co-packaged optics (CPO) businesses are outperforming, with OCS backlog now well over $400 million.
Capacity Expansion: Indium phosphide wafer fab capacity is fully allocated, with over half of a planned 40% expansion already delivered; more increases are underway.
Pricing & Supply: Tight supply-demand balance in key products is allowing price increases, supported by long-term agreements with customers.
Transceiver Growth: Cloud transceiver business is growing faster than expected; 1.6T product ramp is accelerating ahead of previous expectations.
