Business Context and Reporting Period
Advanced Semiconductor Engineering, Inc. (ASE) filed a Form 6-K on September 6, 2002, reporting unaudited consolidated net revenues for the month of August 2002. The company operates primarily in semiconductor packaging and testing, with significant operations in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, and majority-owned subsidiaries in locations including Chung Li, Korea, and the Philippines.
Key Financial Metrics
| Metric | August 2002 | July 2002 | August 2001 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated Net Revenues (NT$ Million) | 4,021 | 3,857 | 2,828 |
| Kaohsiung Packaging Net Revenues (NT$ Million) | 2,188 | 2,122 | 1,561 |
The filing does not provide data on profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity for this period.
Material Changes
- Sequential Growth: Consolidated net revenues increased by 4.3% from July 2002 to August 2002. Kaohsiung packaging revenues grew by 3.1% over the same period.
- Year-over-Year Growth: Consolidated net revenues rose 42.2% compared to August 2001. Kaohsiung packaging revenues increased by 40.2% year-over-year.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or discussion of contingencies and unusual items. It is strictly a disclosure of monthly revenue figures.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the conversion rate of New Taiwan Dollars (NT$) to USD for accurate valuation comparison.
- Confirm the specific contribution of non-Kaohsiung subsidiaries (e.g., ASE Test Limited, ASE Korea) to the total consolidated revenue.
- Review subsequent filings for gross margin and net income data, as this report only covers top-line revenue.