Trio-Tech Reports 58% Revenue Growth in Q1 FY2026, Driven by AI Chip Testing Demand and Industrial Electronics Expansion
VAN NUYS, Calif.--( BUSINESS WIRE)--Trio-Tech International (NYSE MKT: TRT), a comprehensive provider of semiconductor back-end solutions and a global value-added supplier of electronic equipment, today announced financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended September 30, 2025. The Company reported 58% year-over-year revenue growth, driven by strong performance across both its Semiconductor Back-End and Industrial Electronics segments.
Trio-Tech International Chairman and CEO S.W. Yong’s Comments
“We began fiscal 2026 with strong momentum, delivering solid revenue growth and profitability. Our Semiconductor Back-End segment achieved significant growth, driven by our successful entry into providing final testing services for next-generation high-performance AI devices for a leading AI chip manufacturer. This milestone reinforces our reputation for reliability, performance, and security in mission-critical applications and demonstrates our ability to meet the highest standards before full-scale deployment. We’re proud to support this customer’s innovation journey and look forward to delivering outstanding results.
“Also, as the global semiconductor industry continues its shift from cost optimization to resilience, our Semiconductor Back-End solutions segment is benefiting from our regional expertise in Southeast Asia and deep, long-standing customer relationships.
“At the same time, our Industrial Electronics segment continued to scale, expanding into new aerospace channels and broadening its customer base. Notably, U.S. sales in the segment have grown for two consecutive quarters, reflecting increasing demand and the strength of our diversified portfolio. Our focus on operational discipline and strategic growth gives us confidence in achieving sustainable long-term success.”
Fiscal 2026 First Quarter Financial Results
Outlook
Trio-Tech expects continued momentum through fiscal 2026. The Company anticipates steady growth in its Industrial Electronics segment and additional revenue from its AI chip manufacturing customer for final test services. Trio-Tech remains focused on cost control, operational efficiency, and strategic growth investments to support profitability and cash generation.
About Trio-Tech International
Trio-Tech International (NYSE MKT: TRT) is a California-based company operating in the United States, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and China. Founded in 1958, Trio-Tech is a leading provider of semiconductor testing services, manufacturing solutions, and value-added distribution services. The Company’s diversified business segments include Semiconductor Back-End Solutions and Industrial Electronics.
For more information, visit www.triotech.com and www.universalfareast.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME / (LOSS)
UNAUDITED (IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT EARNINGS PER SHARE)
Three Months Ended
September 30,
September 30,
2025
2024
Revenue
Semiconductor Back-end Solutions
$
11,452
$
6,879
Industrial Electronics
4,052
2,914
Others
10
6
15,514
9,799
Cost of Sales
12,929
7,477
Gross Margin
2,585
2,322
Operating Expense:
General and administrative
2,174
1,964
Selling
271
150
Research and development
94
88
Gain on disposal of property, plant and equipment
-
(13
)
Total operating expense
2,539
2,189
Income from Operations
46
133
Other Income / (Expense)
Interest expense
(8
)
(13
)
Other income / (expense), net
185
(365
)
Government grant
4
66
Total other income / (expense)
181
(312
)
Income / (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
227
(179
)
Income Tax Expense
(64
)
(51
)
Income / (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Non-controlling Interest, Net of Taxes
163
(230
)
Discontinued Operations
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax
2
7
Net Income / (Loss)
165
(223
)
Less: Net income attributable to non-controlling interest
88
13
Net Income / (Loss) Attributable to Common Shareholders
$
77
$
(236
)
Amounts Attributable to Common Shareholders:
Income / (loss) from continuing operations, net of tax
76
(240
)
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax
1
4
Net Income / (Loss) Attributable to Common Shareholders
$
77
$
(236
)
Basic Earnings / (Loss) per Share:
Basic earnings /(loss) per share from continuing operations
$
0.02
$
(0.06
)
Basic earnings / (loss) from discontinued operations
-
-
Basic Earnings / (Loss) per Share from Net Income / (Loss)
$
0.02
$
(0.06
)
Diluted Earnings / (Loss) per Share:
Diluted earnings / (loss) per share from continuing operations
$
0.02
$
(0.06
)
Diluted earnings / (loss) per share from discontinued operations
-
-
Diluted Earnings / (Loss) per Share from Net Income / (Loss)
$
0.02
$
(0.06
)
Weighted Average Number of Common Shares Outstanding
Basic
4,313
4,250
Dilutive effect of stock options
49
85
Number of Shares Used to Compute Earnings Per Share Diluted
4,362
4,335
Three Months Ended
September 30,
September 30,
2025
2024
Comprehensive (Loss) / Income Attributable to Common Shareholders:
Net income / (loss)
$
165
$
(223
)
Foreign currency translation, net of tax
(70
)
2,014
Comprehensive Income
95
1,791
Less: comprehensive income attributable to non- controlling interest
125
139
Comprehensive (Loss) / Income Attributable to Common Shareholders
$
(30
)
$
1,652
TRIO-TECH INTERNATIONAL AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT NUMBER OF SHARES)
September 30,
June 30,
2025
2025
(Unaudited)
ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents
$
12,262
$
10,890
Short-term deposits
5,101
5,817
Trade accounts receivable, less allowance for expected credit losses of $59 and $35, respectively
15,860
10,804
Other receivables
705
608
Inventories, less provision for obsolete inventories of $823 and $851, respectively
2,404
2,262
Prepaid expense and other current assets
494
384
Restricted term deposits
815
816
Total current assets
37,641
31,581
NON-CURRENT ASSETS:
Deferred tax assets
92
91
Investment properties, net
330
345
Property, plant and equipment, net
5,753
6,021
Operating lease right-of-use assets
1,401
864
Other assets
236
231
Restricted term deposits
1,925
1,935
Total non-current assets
9,737
9,487
TOTAL ASSETS
$
47,378
$
41,068
LIABILITIES
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Lines of credit
$
-
$
141
Accounts payable
7,821
1,896
Accrued expense
2,969
3,036
Contract liabilities
255
250
Income taxes payable
93
122
Current portion of bank loans payable
257
256
Current portion of finance leases
32
43
Current portion of operating leases
527
540
Total current liabilities
11,954
6,284
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Bank loans payable, net of current portion
365
428
Operating leases, net of current portion
874
324
Deferred tax liabilities
9
10
Other non-current liabilities
32
31
Total non-current liabilities
1,280
793
TOTAL LIABILITIES
$
13,234
$
7,077
EQUITY
TRIO-TECH INTERNATIONAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY:
Common stock, no par value, 15,000,000 shares authorized; 4,312,805 shares issued outstanding as at September 30, 2025 and June 30, 2025, respectively
$
13,490
$
13,490
Paid-in capital
6,037
5,979
Accumulated retained earnings
12,114
12,037
Accumulated other comprehensive income-translation adjustments
2,415
2,522
Total Trio-Tech International shareholders’ equity
34,056
34,028
Non-controlling interest
88
(37
)
TOTAL EQUITY
$
34,144
$
33,991
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
$
47,378
$
41,068