Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) announced its first-quarter financial results, exceeding expectations with strong revenue and earnings growth. The company reported revenue of $9.94 billion, a 5% increase compared to the same period last year, surpassing the Street consensus estimate of $9.52 billion. The earnings per share also beat expectations at $2.75, up 16% year-over-year, compared to an estimate of $2.37. These results were higher than the company’s previous guidance, which ranged between $9.1 billion and $9.9 billion in revenue.
The company’s QCT segment, which includes handsets, automotive, and IoT, performed well. QCT revenue reached $8.423 billion, a 7% increase year-over-year. The handsets sub-sector contributed $6.687 billion, a 16% increase, while the automotive sub-sector saw a 31% increase with revenue totaling $598 million. However, the IoT sub-sector experienced a decline of 32% with revenue at $1.138 billion.
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon expressed satisfaction with the strong quarterly results. The company’s solid revenue and earnings performance indicates positive momentum moving forward. Looking ahead, Qualcomm anticipates second-quarter revenue to be in the range of $8.9 billion to $9.7 billion. The QCT segment is expected to generate between $7.6 billion and $8.2 billion in revenue, while the QTL segment is projected to generate $1.2 billion to $1.4 billion. The company also expects earnings per share for the second quarter to be between $2.20 and $2.40.
Qualcomm remains focused on leveraging its Snapdragon platforms and technology differentiation to drive growth across various sectors, including handsets, automotive, PC, XR, and Industrial IoT. With a diverse portfolio and continued innovation, Qualcomm is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities in these markets.
In summary, Qualcomm’s impressive first-quarter results reflect its market strength and resilience. The company’s commitment to technological advancements and its ability to meet and exceed expectations bode well for its future performance. As Qualcomm continues to drive innovation across multiple sectors, investors can expect sustained growth and profitability.
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