United Microelectronics ADR

United Microelectronics’ shares fell about 2% after the company said it had received the full proceeds from the issuance of its second domestic unsecured convertible bond. The lead underwriting bank had collected NT$4.79 billion by the disclosure date and transferred the funds to the named depository bank; the company did not specify any further countermeasures. The disclosure was made under relevant securities rules because the information could be price-sensitive. » Więcej na de.investing.com

United Microelectronics shares fell intraday by about 1.9% to $20.08, weighed down by concerns over potential dilution after the decision to issue up to $1.8bn in overseas convertible bonds. An unusually high put volume in the options market also signaled defensive positioning by experienced traders. The decline is company-specific, while major US indices are higher and the foundry sector overall is consolidating. Fundamental metrics remain constructive long-term after strong Q2 results and an increased capex outlook. » Więcej na de.investing.com

United Microelectronics (UMC) reported Q2 2025 revenue of $2.01 billion, beating estimates, while EPS of $0.12 missed the $0.14 forecast. Utilization rose to 76% and wafer shipments increased 6.3%; the company remains liquid with over $1 billion in cash. UMC expects slightly higher wafer shipments in Q3 but warns of margin pressure from fluctuating utilization and says Fab 12i Phase 3 in Singapore will start production in January 2026. » Więcej na de.investing.com