The following statements are based on current expectations. These statements are forward-looking, and actual results may differ materially.
Microchip Consolidated Guidance | |||
Net Sales | $2.255 to $2.322 billion | ||
GAAP | Non-GAAP Adjustments | Non-GAAP(1) | |
Gross Margin | 68.0% to 68.2% | $7.0 to $8.0 million | 68.3% to 68.5% |
Operating Expenses(2) | 28.8% to 29.3% | $197.9 to $201.9 million | 20.1% to 20.5% |
Operating Income | 38.7% to 39.4% | $204.9 to $209.9 million | 47.8% to 48.4% |
Other Expense, net | $46.8 to $49.2 million | ($0.2) to $0.2 million | $47.0 to $49.0 million |
Income Tax Provision | $190.0 to $224.8 million(3) | $56.0 to $63.6 million | $134.0 to $161.2 million(4) |
Net Income | $636.2 to $639.9 million | $260.7 to $273.7 million | $896.9 to $913.6 million |
Diluted Common Shares Outstanding | Approximately 551.8 to 552.2 million shares | Approximately 551.8 to 552.2 million shares | |
Earnings per Diluted Share | $1.15 to $1.16 | $0.48 to $0.49 | $1.63 to $1.65 |
(1) See the "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" section of this release for information regarding our non-GAAP guidance.
(2) We are not able to estimate the amount of certain Special Charges and Other, net that may be incurred during the quarter ending June 30, 2023. Therefore, our estimate of GAAP operating expenses excludes certain amounts that may be recognized as Special Charges and Other, net in the quarter ending June 30, 2023.
(3) The forecast for GAAP tax expense excludes any unexpected tax events that may occur during the quarter, as these amounts cannot be forecasted.
(4) Represents the expected cash tax rate for fiscal 2024, excluding any transition tax payments associated with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
- Microchip's inventory days in the June 2023 quarter are expected to be in the range of 159 to 164 days, compared to 169 days on March 31, 2023. Our actual inventory level will depend on the inventory that our distributors decide to hold to support their customers, overall demand for our products, and our production levels.
- Capital expenditures for the quarter ending June 30, 2023 are expected to be between $100 million and $120 million. Capital expenditures for all of fiscal 2024 are expected to be between $300 million and $400 million. We continue to add capital equipment to maintain, grow and operate our internal manufacturing capabilities to support the expected growth of our business.