Business Context and Reporting Period
Advanced Semiconductor Engineering, Inc. (ASE) filed this Form 6-K on April 8, 2005, to announce unaudited consolidated net revenues for the month of March 2005 and the first quarter (Q1) of 2005. The company operates primarily in Kaohsiung and Chung-Li, Taiwan, with additional operations through majority-owned subsidiaries in the UK, Korea, and Japan.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing provides revenue data in New Taiwan Dollars (NT$) millions. No data regarding profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity is included in this specific report.
| Period | Net Revenues (NT$ Million) | Sequential Change | Year-over-Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2005 | 6,479 | +15.45% | +3.79% |
| Q1 2005 | 18,675 | -15.80% | +8.45% |
Material Changes Versus Prior Periods
- Monthly Performance: March 2005 revenues increased by 15.45% compared to February 2005 and rose 3.79% compared to March 2004.
- Quarterly Performance: Q1 2005 revenues decreased by 15.80% sequentially from Q4 2004 but increased by 8.45% compared to Q1 2004.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide forward-looking guidance, management commentary on future outlook, specific risk factors, contingencies, or unusual items. The report is limited to the announcement of historical revenue figures.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the conversion rate of NT$ to USD for accurate valuation comparison.
- Review the full Q1 2005 earnings release for profit margins and operating expenses, as this filing only covers revenue.
- Confirm the impact of the sequential Q1 decline (-15.80%) on the company's annual guidance.
- Check subsequent filings for details on the performance of specific subsidiaries (ASE Test Limited, ASE Korea, ASE Japan).