ASE Technology (ASX), a leading provider of semiconductor manufacturing services, saw its stock price surge 6.06% during intraday trading on Thursday following the release of its impressive third-quarter earnings report for 2025.
The company reported a significant boost in its financial performance, with net income attributable to shareholders rising to NT$10,870 million, up from NT$9,733 million in the same period last year. Earnings per share (EPS) reached NT$2.50 (US$0.168 per ADS), surpassing analysts' expectations of NT$2.01. The company's total net revenues for the quarter increased by 5.3% year-over-year to NT$168,569 million, also beating market estimates.
ASE Technology's core businesses showed remarkable growth, particularly in its assembly, testing, and materials (ATM) operations. Net revenues from ATM operations rose 16.9% year-over-year to NT$100,289 million, underscoring the company's continued dominance in the semiconductor assembly and testing market. The company's profitability also improved, with gross margin increasing to 17.1% and operating margin rising to 7.8% in Q3, reflecting effective cost management and operational efficiencies. These strong results highlight ASE Technology's ability to capitalize on the growing demand for semiconductor manufacturing services and its strategic position in the global tech supply chain.