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AUSTIN, Texas, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB), a leader in secure, intelligent wireless technology for a more connected world, reported strong financial results for the second quarter, which ended July 3, 2021. Revenue exceeded the top of the guidance range at $278 million, and revenue from the Internet of Things business (IoT) ended at a record high of $169 million, up seven percent sequentially and 48 percent year-on-year. Second quarter GAAP and non-GAAP diluted earnings per share (EPS) were $0.44 and $1.05, respectively.

"We continue to capitalize on the increased adoption, growth and diversity of the global IoT market," said Silicon Labs CEO Tyson Tuttle. "Achieving another quarter of record revenue, robust bookings, and strong design wins amid a tight supply chain environment is a testament to our powerful development platform, performance-driven team, and purpose-oriented culture."

Earlier in the week, Silicon Labs accomplished another major milestone, completing the divestiture of its Infrastructure and Automotive (I&A) businesses to Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWKS) for $2.75 billion in an all-cash transaction, the proceeds of which have been fully funded. Silicon Labs is now reporting revenue from the divested products as "discontinued operations" and from IoT as "continuing operations."

Second Quarter Financial Highlights

• IoT revenue from continuing operations increased to $169 million, up seven percent sequentially and 48 percent year-on-year
• I&A revenue from discontinued operations increased to $108 million, up 11 percent sequentially and 16 percent year-on-year

Results from continuing operations on a GAAP basis:                                 

• GAAP gross margin was 56.8%
• GAAP R&D expenses were $65 million
• GAAP SG&A expenses were $43 million
• GAAP operating loss as a percentage of revenue was (6.8)%
• GAAP loss per share was $(0.41)

Results from continuing operations on a non-GAAP basis, excluding the impact of stock compensation, amortization of acquired intangible assets, restructuring charges, non-cash interest expense and other costs associated with convertible notes, and certain other items as set forth in the reconciliation tables were as follows:

• Non-GAAP gross margin was 56.9%
• Non-GAAP R&D expenses were $51 million
• Non-GAAP SG&A expenses were $34 million
• Non-GAAP operating income as a percentage of revenue was 6.6%
• Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share were $0.16

Innovations and Achievements

• Completed smooth transition of the infrastructure and automotive business to Skyworks Solutions, positioning Silicon Labs as a pure-play leader in secure, intelligent wireless connectivity.
   
• Continued to drive the IoT industry forward by contributing more than 20 percent of the source code and launching new products for Matter, which simplifies the complexities of secure, reliable wireless connectivity for both developers and consumers.
   
• Collaborated with fellow IoT leader, Wirepas, to launch a connected solution for asset tracking and building automation. Wirepas chose Silicon Labs for its integrated hardware and software platform, ultra-low power chips and affordable solutions.
   
• Remained steadfast in our dedication to environmental sustainability and passion for supporting local communities by becoming the first corporation to join the International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad's new Smart City Living Lab, which focuses R&D on devices that improve life in densifying cities.
   
• Demonstrated we are passionate about connecting more than "things" and announced the annual WorksWith conference, which connects developers and business leaders to the information, experts, and technology needed to go from IoT idea to award-winning innovation.

Business Outlook

The company expects third quarter revenue from continuing operations to be in the range of $170 to $180 million. The company also estimates the following results from continuing operations:

On a GAAP basis:

• GAAP gross margin between 57% and 57.5%
• GAAP operating expenses at approximately $116 million
• GAAP effective tax rate of approximately (11)%
• GAAP diluted loss per share to be in the range of a $(0.56) to $(0.46)

On a non-GAAP basis, excluding the impact of stock compensation, amortization of acquired intangible assets, restructuring charges, non-cash interest expense and other costs associated with convertible notes, and certain other items as set forth in the reconciliation tables:

• Non-GAAP gross margin between 57% and 58%
• Non-GAAP operating expenses at approximately $93 million
• Non-GAAP effective tax rate of approximately 14%
• Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share between $0.10 and $0.20

Earnings Webcast and Conference Call    

Silicon Labs will host an earnings conference call to discuss the quarterly results and answer questions at 7:30 am CST today. An audio webcast will be available on Silicon Labs' website (www.silabs.com) under Investor Relations. The company will post an audio recording of the event at silabs.com/investors and make a replay available through August 4, 2021 online or by calling (877) 344-7529 (US) or (412) 317-0088 (international) and entering access code 10158301.

About Silicon Labs

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is a leader in secure, intelligent wireless technology for a more connected world. Our integrated hardware and software platform, intuitive development tools, unmatched ecosystem and robust support make us the ideal long-term partner in building advanced industrial, commercial, home and life applications. We make it easy for developers to solve complex wireless challenges throughout the product lifecycle and get to market quickly with innovative solutions that transform industries, grow economies and improve lives. silabs.com

Forward-Looking Statements

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