Semtech (SMTC) shares plummeted 5.10% in pre-market trading on Wednesday, despite the semiconductor supplier reporting better-than-expected first-quarter results and providing a positive outlook for the second quarter. The sharp decline suggests that investors may have been expecting even stronger performance or guidance from the company.

According to the company's latest earnings report, Semtech swung to a profit in the first quarter and posted adjusted earnings that surpassed analysts' expectations. CEO Hong Hou commented on the results, stating that the company observed "improving demand trends" during the quarter. Looking ahead, Semtech anticipates second-quarter adjusted profit of 40 cents per share, plus or minus 3 cents, which is slightly above the consensus estimate of 39 cents.

Despite these seemingly positive developments, the market's negative reaction indicates that investors may have been hoping for more robust growth or a stronger outlook. The semiconductor industry has been facing challenges due to economic uncertainties, and it's possible that Semtech's guidance, while positive, fell short of some investors' more optimistic expectations. As the trading day progresses, it remains to be seen whether the stock will recover from this initial drop or if the downward pressure will persist.