Camtek Ltd (NASDAQ:CAMT) reported its second-quarter 2025 earnings, delivering mixed results compared to analyst expectations. The semiconductor inspection and metrology equipment manufacturer posted revenue of $123.3 million, slightly below the consensus estimate of $124.1 million. Earnings per share (EPS) came in at $0.79, missing the projected $0.81. Despite the modest shortfall, the company highlighted record results and provided an optimistic outlook for the third quarter.
Key Financial Metrics vs. Estimates
- Revenue: $123.3M (actual) vs. $124.1M (estimated) – a marginal miss of 0.7%.
- EPS: $0.79 (actual) vs. $0.81 (estimated) – a 2.6% shortfall.
- Q3 2025 Guidance: Camtek anticipates revenues of approximately $125 million, which would represent an annualized run rate of $500 million. This outlook aligns closely with analyst expectations of $126.4 million for Q3.
Market Reaction
The stock showed modest pre-market movement, rising just under 1%, suggesting a muted response to the earnings release. Over the past month, shares have gained 8.7%, indicating broader investor confidence despite the slight earnings miss. The lack of a sharp negative reaction may reflect optimism around the company’s forward guidance and its positioning in the semiconductor equipment sector.
Press Release Highlights
- Camtek emphasized record quarterly performance, underscoring strong demand in advanced packaging, memory, and CMOS image sensors.
- The company reiterated its growth trajectory, with Q3 revenue projections reinforcing confidence in sustained momentum.
- No major operational disruptions or downward revisions were noted, maintaining a stable outlook.
Analyst Expectations for Full-Year 2025
- Revenue: Analysts project $498.6 million for the full year.
- EPS: Consensus estimates stand at $3.26.
Camtek’s Q3 guidance suggests it remains on track to meet or exceed these targets, barring unforeseen macroeconomic or industry headwinds.
For a deeper dive into Camtek’s earnings history and future estimates, visit Camtek’s earnings and estimates page.
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