Business Context and Reporting Period
ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES INC. (NASDAQ: IMOS), a leading provider of outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) services, reported unaudited consolidated results for the month of October 2021. The filing was submitted on November 8, 2021. The company operates advanced facilities in Taiwan serving fabless semiconductor companies, integrated device manufacturers, and foundries.
Key Financial Metrics
| Metric | October 2021 | September 2021 | October 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (NT$ million) | 2,289.4 | 2,343.8 | 2,068.7 |
| Revenue (US$ million) | 82.3 | 84.2 | 74.3 |
| Month-over-Month Change | -2.3% | - | - |
| Year-over-Year Change | 10.7% | - | - |
Other Metrics: The filing does not provide specific data on net profit, operating margins, cash flow, debt levels, or liquidity ratios for the period. All US dollar figures are based on an exchange rate of NT$27.83 to US$1.00 as of October 29, 2021.
Material Changes
- Year-over-Year Growth: Revenue increased by 10.7% compared to October 2020, driven by a better product mix.
- Month-over-Month Decline: Revenue decreased by 2.3% compared to September 2021.
- Operational Drivers: The company noted high utilization levels in its DDIC high-end test and memory platforms.
Outlook, Risks, and Commentary
Management highlighted continued benefits from a favorable product mix and high utilization in specific high-end segments. The filing includes standard forward-looking statements regarding future performance, strategy, and goals.
Risks and Contingencies: The company explicitly cites the ongoing impact of COVID-19 as a factor that could cause actual results to differ materially from forward-looking statements. Additional risks are referenced in the company's most recent Form 20-F.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the sustainability of the 10.7% year-over-year revenue growth trend in subsequent monthly reports.
- Confirm the specific contribution of DDIC high-end test and memory platforms to total revenue.
- Review the full Form 20-F for detailed liquidity, debt, and margin data not included in this monthly summary.
- Monitor the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on supply chain and operational capacity as noted in the risk factors.