Skyworks Solutions (SWKS) investor relations material

Strategic rationale and deal overview

• The combination with Qorvo aims to create a strong platform with $7.7 billion in revenue, including a $5 billion mobile business and a $2.6 billion non-mobile business focused on defense and aerospace.

• Technologies are highly complementary, with minimal overlap, enabling innovation and efficiency gains.

• Customer support for the deal is strong, as major customers value a robust supply base and reduced duplicate spending.

• No revenue synergies or multiple expansion are included in current projections; focus is on cost synergies and value creation.

• The deal positions the company well for the upcoming 6G cycle and continued wireless growth.

Integration, continuity, and operational focus

• Integration planning is underway with select teams, while both companies operate independently until close.

• Day-to-day business focus remains strong, with energized teams and careful management of integration tasks.

• Factory consolidation and site rationalization are expected to improve operating expense and capital efficiency by fiscal 2027.

• About 25% of staff is new, and product marketing has been integrated into business units to enhance customer engagement.

• Two business units were consolidated, and executive positions eliminated to improve R&D leverage and drive change.

Customer and market dynamics

• Content variability at the largest customer is driven by model mix and dual-sourcing strategies, impacting short-term predictability.

• The combined entity is expected to reduce single-source risk and stabilize revenue, targeting mid-single-digit growth.

• High-performance, low-power solutions are prioritized, with a focus on flagship products and long-term customer relationships.

• Broad Markets business shows strong momentum in Wi-Fi (especially Wi-Fi 7), automotive, and infrastructure segments.

• Defense is a key area of synergy, with Qorvo bringing significant GaN technology and defense exposure.