Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: MPWR), the fabless global leader in high-performance semiconductor power electronics solutions, announced robust financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. This latest earnings release continues to affirm MPS’s strong market position and strategic transformation into a full-service silicon-based solutions provider.
MPS posted quarterly revenue of \(637.6 million for Q1 2025, marking a 2.6% sequential increase from \)621.7 million in Q4 2024 and an impressive 39.2% year-over-year growth compared with $457.9 million in Q1 2024. This robust revenue acceleration is a key indicator of MPS’s expanding market presence across diverse end markets including storage and computing, automotive, communications, consumer electronics, and industrial sectors.
The substantial revenue gain in the quarter ended March 31, 2025, is highlighted by impressive contributions from segments such as Storage and Computing (\(188.5 million, +77.7% Y/Y), Automotive (\)144.9 million, +66.5% Y/Y), and Communications ($71.7 million, +53.7% Y/Y). Conversely, Enterprise Data market saw a slight sequential contraction from the previous year, reflecting dynamic market conditions.
Monolithic Power Systems sustained strong profitability metrics with GAAP gross margin at 55.4%, up slightly from 55.1% reported in Q1 2024, and non-GAAP gross margin steady at 55.7%. GAAP operating income surged to \(168.8 million from \)95.5 million, while non-GAAP operating income soared to \(221.5 million, a 46% year-over-year increase. Net income reflected compelling growth, achieving \)133.8 million or \(2.79 diluted earnings per share, compared to \)92.5 million or $1.89 per share a year ago. These margins align favorably with fiscal year 2024’s gross profit margin of approximately 55.3% and operating margin of 24.4%, underscoring consistent operational efficiency and scalability.
The quarter’s strong operating performance significantly enhanced profitability and equity position. Total stockholders’ equity increased to \(3.27 billion as of March 31, 2025, compared to \)3.15 billion at the end of 2024, highlighting robust retained earnings growth of $2.545 billion.
Looking ahead to Q2 2025, MPS projects revenue between \(640 million and \)660 million with GAAP gross margins expected in the 54.9%–55.5% range. The company anticipates operating expenses between \(189 million and \)195 million, reflecting a strategic increase in investment to support innovation and capacity expansion.
CEO Michael Hsing emphasized, “Our proven, long-term growth strategy remains intact as we continue our transformation from a chip-only, semiconductor supplier to a full service, silicon-based solutions provider.” This statement from previous earnings call themes remains central as MPS accelerates market penetration and innovation.
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For detailed financial figures and more insights, visit the original SEC filing: Monolithic Power Systems Q1 2025 8-K Report.
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