Entegris Inc (NASDAQ:ENTG) delivered a mixed financial performance for the fourth quarter of 2025, with revenue narrowly missing analyst expectations but profitability exceeding forecasts. The semiconductor materials supplier's results, coupled with its guidance for the current quarter, have elicited a cautiously positive initial reaction from investors.
Quarterly Performance vs. Estimates
The company reported Q4 2025 revenue of $823.9 million, a 3.1% decline from the $849.8 million reported in the same period last year. This figure came in slightly below the consensus analyst estimate of approximately $827.3 million. However, on the bottom line, Entegris outperformed.
- Reported Revenue: $823.9 million
- Analyst Estimate: ~$827.3 million
- Variance: Slight miss
The company's adjusted (non-GAAP) earnings per share (EPS) of $0.70 surpassed the Wall Street consensus of $0.68. This profitability was achieved despite the revenue dip, highlighting operational discipline. On a GAAP basis, EPS was $0.32, down significantly from $0.67 in Q4 2024, impacted by higher restructuring and other costs detailed in the report.
- Reported Non-GAAP EPS: $0.70
- Analyst Estimate: $0.68
- Variance: Beat
Market Reaction and Price Action
Following the earnings release, Entegris shares have traded higher in the pre-market session, indicating investor approval of the earnings beat and forward guidance. This positive momentum builds on a strong monthly performance for the stock.
- Pre-Market Performance: +1.3%
- One-Month Performance: +18.8%
The market's reaction suggests investors are focusing on the earnings outperformance and the company's optimistic near-term outlook rather than the slight revenue shortfall in the past quarter.
Management Commentary and Forward Outlook
In the press release, CEO Dave Reeder struck an optimistic tone for 2026, citing "solid momentum" and positioning the company to benefit from customers adopting "more complex device architectures to advance their technology roadmaps and support the rapid growth of AI." He stated that these dynamics are expected to accelerate growth and drive higher content per wafer.
For the first quarter of 2026, Entegris provided guidance that exceeds current analyst expectations. The company anticipates sales between $785 million and $825 million, with a midpoint of $805 million. This midpoint is approximately 2.3% above the analyst consensus estimate of $787 million for Q1 2026.
- Q1 2026 Sales Guidance (Midpoint): $805 million
- Analyst Consensus Estimate: ~$787 million
On a non-GAAP basis, the company expects diluted EPS between $0.70 and $0.78 for Q1 2026.
Key Financial and Operational Highlights
Beyond the headline numbers, the earnings release detailed several important elements:
- Segment Results: The Advanced Purity Solutions (APS) segment generated $464.5 million in sales, while the Materials Solutions (MS) segment contributed $361.8 million. Segment profit declined year-over-year in both divisions.
- Profitability Metrics: The adjusted gross margin was 44.0%, and the adjusted EBITDA margin was 27.7%. While healthy, these margins contracted slightly from the 45.6% and 29.2% reported in Q4 2024, respectively.
- Balance Sheet & Cash Flow: The company ended the quarter with $360.4 million in cash and cash equivalents. For the full year 2025, operating cash flow was a strong $695.4 million. Management highlighted improved free cash flow in 2025 and expects further improvement in 2026 to enable incremental debt reduction.
- Restructuring Charges: The results included $12.3 million in restructuring costs for the quarter, related to internal reorganization and workforce adjustments.
Conclusion
Entegris's fourth-quarter results present a nuanced picture: a minor revenue miss overshadowed by an earnings beat and, more importantly, guidance for the current quarter that outpaces analyst forecasts. The company is navigating a period of softer demand but is leveraging its critical role in advanced semiconductor manufacturing, particularly for AI-driven technologies, to maintain robust profitability. The initial positive market reaction reflects confidence in this strategic positioning and the company's ability to execute financially in the coming quarters.
For a detailed look at future earnings estimates and historical performance, you can review the Entegris earnings and estimates page here.
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