Skyworks Solutions
- Nasdaq: SWKS
- S&P 500 component
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Skyworks Solutions, Inc. is an American semiconductor company headquartered in Irvine, California, United States, and a constituent of the S&P 500.
In 2009, Skyworks Solutions Inc. took over Axiom Microdevices Inc., a company that provides CMOS-based mobile phone power amplifiers, for an undisclosed amount.[2] On October 5, 2015, Skyworks Solutions entered a definitive agreement to acquire PMC-Sierra for $2 billion in cash. However, Skyworks walked away from the deal, having been outbid by Microsemi.[3] In 2018, Skyworks purchased Avnera for US$405 million.[4] On April 22, 2021, Skyworks Solutions entered into a definitive agreement with Silicon Labs to acquire their Infrastructure & Automotive business for $2.75 billion.[5][6] Mobile products comprised about 60% of total revenue, while Broad Markets products comprised 40% of total revenue from non-mobile markets like automotive, infrastructure and industrial.[4]
Products
Skyworks products, such as low-noise and power amplifiers, connectivity switches or radio co-processors, can be used in the automotive, streaming or broadcast industry.[7][8] Other products include DRM platforms for cars,[9] RF switches[10] as well as power management chips.[11] A GSM power amplifier and a RF switch from Skyworks were used in the iPhone 15.[12]
See also
References
- ^ "U.S. SEC: Skyworks Solutions, Inc. Form 10-K". U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. 23 November 2022.
- ^ Staff, V. C. J. (2009-06-03). "SkyWorks Buys Axiom Microdevices". Venture Capital Journal. Retrieved 2023-09-07.
- ^ "Microsemi to buy PMC-Sierra in $2.5 bln deal as Skyworks bows out". Reuters. 24 November 2015. Archived from the original on 18 July 2023. Retrieved 18 July 2023.
- ^ a b "Skyworks maintains strong cash flow generation". Semiconductor Today. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ^ "Skyworks to Acquire Silicon Labs Infrastructure & Automotive Business for $2.75 Billion". everything RF. 22 April 2021. Archived from the original on 18 July 2023. Retrieved 18 July 2023.
- ^ Nellis, Stephen; Hu, Krystal (2021-04-22). "Silicon Labs to sell unit to Skyworks for $2.75 bln, shares surge after hours". Reuters. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
- ^ "Skyworks Ramps Ups Products for Streaming Media & Smart TV for OEMs - Roku, Google & Samsung". thefastmode.com. 2015-01-03. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ "Skyworks' digital radio co-processors help optimize in-vehicle infotainment". embedded.com. 2023-10-05. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ "Skyworks Announces New DRM Product for Automotive Industry". drm.org. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ "Global RF and Microwave Switches Market Research Report 2024: Delving into Market Status, Size, and Industry Needs up to 2030". industrytoday.co.uk. 2024-02-20. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ "Skyworks to Showcase its Power Management and Control Solutions at APEC 2022". everythingpe.com. 2022-03-21. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ "TechInsights Teardown: Apple iPhone 15". globalspec.com. 2024-02-16. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
External links
- Official website
- Business data for Skyworks Solutions:
- SEC filings
- Yahoo!
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