Keysight Stock Slips 0.58 Despite Strong Earnings and 403rd Trading Volume Rank

On August 19, 2025, Keysight Technologies (KEYS) closed with a 0.58% decline, trading at $25.20 with a daily volume of 0.25 billion, ranking 403rd in market activity. The stock’s performance followed the release of its third-quarter fiscal 2025 results, which showed revenue of $1.35 billion—11% higher than the prior year—and non-GAAP earnings of $1.72 per share. Management cited strong execution and robust demand across key markets, including commercial communications and semiconductor sectors, as drivers of the outperformance.

Keysight’s Communications Solutions Group (CSG) reported $940 million in revenue, up 11% year-over-year, driven by 13% growth in commercial communications and 8% in aerospace/defense. The Electronic Industrial Solutions Group (EISG) also grew 11%, fueled by demand in semiconductor and automotive markets. Free cash flow reached $291 million, compared to $222 million in the prior-year period, with total cash reserves exceeding $3.4 billion as of July 31.

CEO Satish Dhanasekaran highlighted “solid demand and strong customer engagements” as the company raised its full-year outlook. Keysight now expects 7% revenue growth for fiscal 2025 and a 13% increase in non-GAAP earnings per share. Fourth-quarter revenue guidance was set between $1.37 billion and $1.39 billion, with adjusted EPS projected at $1.79–$1.85. These figures reflect confidence in sustained momentum across core markets despite macroeconomic uncertainties.

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