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Research Alert: Swks: Mar-q Beats And Solid Jun-q Guidance; Growth Remains Anemic

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-- CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:

SWKS posted Mar-Q revenue decline of 1% to $943.7M, beating consensus of $902M, while non-GAAP EPS of $1.15 surpassed expectations of $1.04 despite falling 7.3% Y/Y. Broad Markets delivered double-digit Y/Y growth while Mobile showed resilience, with non-GAAP operating margin compressing 330 bps to 20.0% due to elevated R&D (+13.9% Y/Y) and SG&A (+36.0% Y/Y) investments. The diversification strategy gained momentum with a multi-generational Android OEM design win expected to generate over $1B through 2030, plus Wi-Fi 7 expansion and automotive wins with BYD. Jun-Q guidance calls for revenue of $900M-$950M and EPS of $1.03, above consensus of $860M and $0.93. We believe the company's strategic pivot toward diversified end markets is progressing well, though operating leverage pressures from heavy technology investments are weighing on near-term profitability. Free cash flow turned negative at -$32.0M but the strong balance sheet with $1.4B cash provides flexibility for strategic initiatives.

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