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Corning Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference 2026 summary

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Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference 2026 summary3 Mar, 2026

Strategic growth and financial performance

  • Achieved 40% sales growth and nearly 90% earnings growth since launching the Springboard plan, with operating margin rising from 16% to 20% and ROIC reaching mid-teens.

  • Upgraded sales outlook for 2026–2028 by $3 billion, targeting $24 billion in sales and nearly doubling company size over five years.

  • Free cash flow expected to rise significantly, with ongoing organic investment and capital allocation focused on high-return opportunities.

  • Operating margin is expected to remain at or above 20%, with incremental growth converting to cash at a high rate.

  • Capital allocation prioritizes research, development, and engineering, with over $1 billion spent annually and a focus on both near-term and long-term programs.

Optical communications and data center expansion

  • Introduced new, denser fiber products in 2024, exceeding market and internal expectations for data center connectivity.

  • Long-term agreements (LTAs) with hyperscalers, such as Meta, provide revenue visibility and de-risk capital investments, with more LTAs expected.

  • Scale out demand is driving current growth, with scale up and CPO (Co-Packaged Optics) opportunities expected to inflect around 2028.

  • Capacity expansions in connectivity and cable are ongoing, with investments tied to customer commitments or co-investment.

  • Market opportunity is shifting from copper to optics, with significant growth potential beyond the current three-year window.

Solar and specialty materials initiatives

  • Expanded polysilicon and wafer capacity for solar, with a new wafer facility operational and module production ramping up; targeting $2.5 billion+ in solar sales by 2028.

  • Solar business benefits from cost competitiveness and regulatory incentives, aiming to supply a significant share of the U.S. market.

  • Specialty Materials segment, including Gorilla Glass and Advanced Optics, is expected to grow, supported by agreements like the Apple Kentucky deal and ongoing innovation.

Scale-up CPO market size and timing?
Operating margin beyond 20% target?
Solar business profitability timeline?
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Specialty Glass and Ceramics

Corning Inc. is an American company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced materials, including specialty glass and ceramics. The company's products are utilized in various sectors, including telecommunications, to which it supplies fiber optic materials and its famous Gorilla Glass. Additionally, Corning supplies products to the automotive and life sciences sectors. The company is headquartered in Corning, New York, and its shares are traded on the NYSE.

Over 170 Years in Business

What would later go on to become Corning was founded in 1851 as the Bay State Glass Co. in Somerville, Massachusetts. The company moved to Corning, New York in 1868, shifting its focus to glass technology. Corning's most pivotal inventions include developing railway signal lenses and heat-resistant glassware, known as Pyrex, in 1915. In the 20th century, Corning advanced in telecommunications by inventing low-loss optical fiber, significantly impacting the industry. This invention, alongside others in specialty glass and ceramics, cemented Corning's role as a leader in technology-driven sectors. Today, the company is one of the undisputed leaders in its field and is a major supplier to companies like Apple.

Gorilla Glass

While Corning has a diverse portfolio of various products, the company is most known for its Gorilla Glass. The specialty glass is incredibly tough with the ability to withstand drops and scratches while maintaining clarity and touch sensitivity, which in turn makes it a preferred choice for smartphone manufacturers. Over the years, Corning has continuously improved Gorilla Glass, enhancing its durability and resistance to damage and today Gorilla Glass is supplied to large manufacturers such as Sony and Samsung.

Other Products

The company has a diversified product range well beyond Gorilla Glass. One of their notable innovations is optical fiber, crucial for telecommunications, offering high-speed data transmission capabilities. They also produce specialty glass for a variety of uses, including advanced optics and cover glass for displays. In the life sciences sector, Corning's contributions include laboratory products like glassware and plastic consumables, instrumental in scientific research. Moreover, they have developed advanced ceramics used in automotive and industrial emissions control, and in aerospace and defense applications.

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