ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. - Form 6-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K, filed on August 9, 2018, discloses unaudited consolidated net revenues for the month of July 2018. ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: ASX) operates as a leading provider of outsourced semiconductor assembly, testing, and electronic manufacturing services.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing provides revenue data for July 2018 compared to June 2018. Profit, cash flow, margins, debt, and liquidity metrics are not included in this monthly revenue announcement.
| Metric | July 2018 (NT$ Million) | June 2018 (NT$ Million) | Sequential Change | July 2018 (US$ Million) | June 2018 (US$ Million) | Sequential Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Net Revenues | 32,736 | 31,034 | +5.5% | 1,076 | 1,039 | +3.5% |
| IC-ATM Net Revenues | 22,157 | 21,109 | +5.0% | 728 | 707 | +3.0% |
Note: Year-over-year (YoY) change figures are referenced in the source table headers but no specific numerical values are provided in the text.
Material Changes
- Revenue Growth: Total consolidated net revenues increased by 5.5% sequentially from June to July 2018.
- Segment Performance: The core IC-ATM (Assembly, Testing, and Material) business segment grew by 5.0% sequentially.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no specific financial guidance or management commentary regarding future quarters. It includes a Safe Harbor Notice identifying forward-looking statements subject to various risks, including:
- Cyclicality and market conditions in the semiconductor industry.
- Regulatory changes and environmental liabilities.
- Competitive pressures and technology introduction capabilities.
- Geopolitical tensions between the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China.
- Foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the Year-over-Year (YoY) revenue growth figures, as the source text lists the category but omits the specific percentage values.
- Confirm the exchange rate used for the conversion between NT$ and US$ to reconcile the reported sequential growth differences (5.5% vs 3.5%).
- Review the full 2017 Annual Report on Form 20-F for detailed risk factors and historical financial context.