Semiconductor Equipment Support Revenue Analyzed Amid Potential Slowdown

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 19

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What happened

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ASML Holding N.V. reported €3.3 billion in installed-base management sales during its September quarter. Lam Research Corporation reported $2.47 billion in customer-support-related revenue and other during its June quarter. An analysis noted that while these support sales can soften a slowdown in new equipment orders, they should not be treated as purely recurring subscription revenue.

From insidermonkey.com

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The support revenue streams for equipment makers are crucial, but the reports caution that the mix includes service, spares, and upgrades, not just recurring subscriptions. If new system revenue falls 20% while support categories remain flat, ASML’s total sales could decline about 14.4%, and Lam Research’s could decline similarly.

From insidermonkey.com

Who's involved

Lam ResearchCritical equipment supplier whose tools are deeply embedded in TSMC's chip manufacturing processes.
TSMCSemiconductor foundry company that utilizes advanced equipment from Lam Research.
Applied MaterialsDirect competitor to Lam Research in the advanced semiconductor equipment market.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

Lam ResearchSpeculative
Lam Research might face a decline in revenue due to delayed customer investments.

Coverage

Newest first; wire copies grouped

Oct 19insidermonkey.com