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- **Revenue Beat**: $3.19B (59% YoY), driven by ZT Systems ($1.96B) and core Sanmina growth.
- **Margin Expansion**: 6% operating margin, targeting 7%+ with AI vertical integration.
- **ZT Systems Momentum**: 50% of ZT revenue from AMD, 2026 run rate $5.7B+.
- **Cash Strength**: $1.42B cash, $92M free cash flow, $79M share buybacks.
- **2027 AI Vision**: $16+ billion in AI revenue, Houston factory for energy transformers.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Q1 2026 revenue: $3.19 billion (59% YoY growth), non-GAAP operating margin: 6.0%, EPS: $2.38.
- ZT Systems integration on track, contributing $1.96 billion in Q1.
- AI and data center growth drivers: 2027 target of $16+ billion in AI revenue, ZT Systems focused on AMD partnerships.
- New Houston factory for energy business, targeting 2027 production of medium voltage transformers.
- Operating margin expansion goal: 6-7%+ in the long term.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Gross profit: $298 million (9.3% of revenue), up 30bps YoY due to mix and operational efficiency.
- Operating expenses: $106 million (3.3% of revenue), down 10bps YoY.
- Free cash flow: $92 million, share buybacks: $79 million (516,000 shares).
- Q2 2026 guidance: Revenue $3.1-3.4 billion (62% YoY growth), EPS $2.25-2.55.
- Balance sheet: $1.42 billion cash, 0.8x net leverage, targeting 1.0-2.0x over time.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Revenue Growth**: Core Sanmina up 20% YoY in Q1, ZT Systems at high end of guidance. Q2 2026 guided to $3.25 billion midpoint.
- **ZT Systems Transition**: 50% of ZT revenue from accelerated compute (AMD), 2026 target $5.7 billion annualized.
- **Operating Margin**: 6%+ sustained in Q1, long-term 7%+ achievable with vertical integration.
- **Cash Allocation**: $87M capex in Q1, $95M expected in Q2 for AI and energy expansion.
- **Market Trends**: Strong demand in communications networks (400/800G switches), medical recovery, stable defense/aerospace.


Sanmina Corporation (SANM) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

- **$8.13B FY25 Revenue Growth**: 7.4% YoY driven by cloud/AI, non-GAAP EPS up 14.4% to $6.04.
- **ZT Systems Acquisition**: Adds $5.7B annual run rate, targeting $16B+ revenue by 2027.
- **Q4 2025 Results**: $2.1B revenue, 9.4% gross margin, $1.67 EPS (16.7% YoY growth).
- **2026 Outlook**: Legacy Sanmina high single-digit growth, ZT contributing $5.7B+, 5.6%-6.1% operating margin.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Fiscal 2025 revenue reached $8.13 billion, up 7.4% year-over-year, driven by strong performance in communication networks and cloud/AI end markets.
- Non-GAAP EPS of $6.04 (14.4% YoY growth) and operating margin of 5.7% reflect disciplined execution and margin expansion.
- Completed ZT Systems acquisition, adding $5.7 billion annual run rate and enhancing AI infrastructure capabilities.
- 2026 guidance: Legacy Sanmina revenue growth in high single digits, ZT Systems contributing $5.7B+ annualized, targeting $16B+ revenue by 2027.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Q4 2025 revenue $2.1B (3.9% YoY growth), non-GAAP EPS $1.67 (16.7% YoY), exceeding expectations.
- Gross margin improved 70bps to 9.4%, driven by product mix and operational efficiency.
- Operating expenses $70M, up 3.9% YoY, reflecting strategic investments in growth initiatives.
- Cash flow from operations $621M for the year, with $926M cash on hand and no debt on revolver.
- 2026Q1 guidance: Revenue $2.9B-$3.2B, operating margin 5.6%-6.1%, EPS $1.95-$2.25.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- ZT Systems integration: 2-month post-acquisition revenue $850M-$1.05B, operating margin in-line with legacy business (5.6%-6.1%).
- Legacy Sanmina growth: Industrial/energy/medical segments expected to accelerate in 2H26, automotive short-term softness offset by new programs.
- Cash flow: Legacy business maintains strong cash conversion, ZT working capital needs to be monitored.
- India joint venture: Expanding AI capabilities with new factory in 2026.
- Auto segment: New programs expected to offset near-term weakness.

Sanmina Corporation (SANM) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Q3 Growth**: Revenue up 10.9% YoY to $2.04B, EPS $1.53 (+22.8% YoY), driven by 19.1% growth in communications networks and cloud infrastructure.
- **ZT Acquisition**: $5-6B annual run rate, closing Q4 2025. Adds U.S./Europe manufacturing for data center AI, targeting non-GAAP EPS accretion in first year.
- **Margins & Cash Flow**: Gross margin 9.1% (+60bps YoY), free cash flow $168M Q3, $114M shares repurchased YTD.
- **FY26 Outlook**: Base business growth ~7%, ZT to double revenue within 3 years. Tariffs may shift manufacturing but costs passed to customers.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Q3 2025 Performance**: Revenue of $2.04 billion (+10.9% YoY), non-GAAP EPS of $1.53 (+22.8% YoY), driven by growth across all end markets, particularly communications networks (+19.1% YoY) and cloud infrastructure. Operating margin of 5.7% (target range 5%-6%).
- **ZT Systems Acquisition**: Expected to close by end-2025, adding $5-6 billion annual net revenue and doubling Sanmina's revenue within 3 years. Acquired ZT's U.S. and European manufacturing capabilities to expand data center AI end-to-end solutions. Anticipated non-GAAP EPS accretion in first year post-closure.
- **Strategic Focus**: Invest in data center AI infrastructure, liquid cooling systems, and advanced printed circuit boards. Targeting >6% operating margin long-term. FY25 revenue growth guidance of 6%-8%.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Q3 Financials**: GAAP net income $102 million, non-GAAP gross margin 9.1% (+60bps YoY). Operating expenses $70.3 million, up 3.7% YoY due to strategic investments. Free cash flow $168 million, share buybacks $114 million YTD.
- **Balance Sheet**: Cash $798 million, no debt, net cash position. Inventory turns 6.3x (vs. 5.1x YoY). FY25 capex ~1.8% of revenue, targeting $65 million Q4.
- **Outlook**: Q4 2025 revenue $2.0-2.1 billion (midpoint +6.8% YoY), non-GAAP EPS $1.52-1.62. FY25 free cash flow >$400 million.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **ZT Systems Risks**: Inventory valuation assessed pre-close; $2 billion working capital target includes $250M PPE. ZT's legacy GPU inventory risk mitigated via customer demand alignment.
- **FY26 Growth**: Base business expected to maintain FY25 growth rates (~7%), with ZT driving acceleration. Tariffs may influence regional manufacturing but costs borne by customers.
- **India JV**: JV with Reliance in India performing well, expanding into defense, automotive, and data center AI. JV equity interest adjustment ~$4M/Q4.


Sanmina Corporation (SANM) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Revenue Growth**: Q2 $1.98B (+8.1% YoY), H1 +7.6% YoY, driven by 20%+ Communication Networks & Cloud.
- **Margin Expansion**: Gross margin 9.1%, operating margin 5.6%, targeting 6%+ long-term.
- **Cash Flow Strength**: $221M H1 cash flow, $84M buybacks, $253M remaining under program.
- **Expansion Catalysts**: $100M+ India investment, U.S. PCB/circuit board capacity, Mexico mechanical systems.
- **Tariff Resilience**: 63% U.S. manufacturing, agile global network to mitigate trade risks.
- **AI Growth**: 37% of revenue from data center systems, new AI programs accelerating in H2.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Q2 2025 revenue reached $1.98 billion, up 8.1% YoY, driven by growth across all end markets, with Communication Networks and Cloud Infrastructure up 20.3% YoY.
- Non-GAAP EPS of $1.41 exceeded expectations, reflecting operational efficiency and margin expansion.
- Key investments in India, Mexico, and U.S. for data center and AI-related capacity, targeting 6%+ operating margin long-term.
- Tariffs remain a concern, but Sanmina's global footprint (63% U.S. manufacturing) provides flexibility to mitigate risks.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Q2 GAAP revenue $1.98B, non-GAAP gross margin 9.1% (up 20bps YoY), operating margin 5.6% (up 20bps YoY).
- Strong cash flow ($157M Q2, $221M H1) supporting $84M share buybacks and $253M remaining under program.
- FY25 guidance: 6-8% revenue growth, 8.6-9.0% gross margin, $1.35-1.45 EPS Q3.
- CapEx expected at ~2% of revenue, with focus on high-margin end markets.

**【Q&A Key Themes】**
1. **Tariffs & Supply Chain**: Customers exploring alternative manufacturing locations, but no material shifts yet. Sanmina's global network (100-acre India campus, 800k sq ft Mexico) positions for post-tariff growth.
2. **Demand Trends**: Communication Networks (routers/switches +20%), Industrial (+2.1%), Automotive (+double digits) show resilience. Inventory normalization underway, with 5.9x net inventory turns Q2.
3. **Expansion Plans**: $100M+ India investment for data center solutions; U.S. PCB/circuit board capacity expansion; Mexico mechanical systems growth.
4. **AI & Data Center**: Full system integration for racks, cooling manifolds, and custom modules driving 37% of revenue. New AI-related programs expected to accelerate in H2.

**【Financial Highlights】**
- H1 2025: Revenue +7.6% YoY, EPS +8.8% YoY.
- FY25 Free Cash Flow: $173M YTD, targeting $250M+.
- ROIC: 23% Q2, above WACC.
- Balance Sheet: $647M cash, $1.5B liquidity, 0.48x gross leverage.

Sanmina (SANM)-28 Apr 25-2025 Q2 Earnings call transcript

- **Q1 2025 Strong Execution**: $2.01B revenue (+7% YoY), $1.44 EPS, driven by 19% YoY growth in cloud infrastructure.
- **FY25 Growth Outlook**: High-single-digit revenue growth, 5-6% operating margin, EPS growth > revenue.
- **Cloud Infrastructure Expansion**: End-to-end solutions, liquid cooling, and new customer programs fueling 19% YoY growth.
- **Margin Expansion Path**: Targeting 6%+ operating margin with scale, component business growth, and operational efficiency.
- **Capital Allocation**: $300M buyback authorization, strategic M&A for growth.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Q1 2025 revenue of $2.01 billion, up 7% YoY, driven by growth in communications networks and cloud infrastructure (19% YoY). Non-GAAP EPS of $1.44, up 10.8% YoY.
- Highlighted new program ramps and customer inventory normalization, with book-to-bill ratio of 1:1.
- FY25 outlook: High-single-digit revenue growth, operating margin stabilization at 5-6%, and EPS growth outpacing revenue.

**【CFO Financial Highlights】**
- Non-GAAP gross margin 9.0% (up 20bps YoY), operating margin 5.6% (up 10bps YoY), free cash flow $47M.
- IMS segment revenue $1.62B (+7.8% YoY), CPS $416M (+5.4% YoY). Cloud infrastructure revenue $737M (37% of total).
- Q2 2025 guidance: Revenue $1.9-2.0B, non-GAAP EPS $1.30-1.40, operating margin 5.3-5.7%.
- Announced $300M share buyback authorization, maintaining disciplined capital allocation.

**【Q&A Key Takeaways】**
- **Cloud Infrastructure Growth**: End-to-end solutions, liquid cooling investments, and new customer programs driving 19% YoY growth. No single customer >10%.
- **Inventory Correction**: Customer inventory normalization nearing completion, with positive demand signals in communications networks.
- **Margin Expansion**: Targeting 6%+ operating margin with scale, component business expansion, and operational efficiency improvements.
- **Capital Allocation**: Prioritize M&A for growth, with share buybacks as undervaluation hedge. FY24 returned 100% of free cash flow to shareholders.

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