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ALi Corporation (3041 TT) today announced to webcast its second quarter 2014 earnings conference call on Thursday, Aug 14th at 14:00 (GMT+08:00) in Mandarin. Dr. Ben Lin, Chairman & CEO, and Cindy Chang, CFO & Spokesperson, will host the conference call to discuss the company’s financial results and answer questions from investors. A live webcast of the conference call will be available through the Investor Relations page on the ALi website. Analysts or media representatives wishing to ask questions may use the Live Webcast URL or dial the telephone numbers listed below.

●  Live Webcast
URL: http://www.todayir.com/webcasting/ali_14q2/  
It is highly recommended that participants install or upgrade the required software prior to the earnings conference and participants can find more details and technical support from this web page.

●  Dial-in Numbers
TW: (02)2162-6306 or 0080-132-3235 
HK: (852)2112-1888
CN: 4008-108-338 or 4006-786-766
AUS: (612)8223-9906 or 1-800-007-642
Other: (852)2112-1000
Password: 1415014#
Please find further information about the conference on the company's website www.alitech.com. Presentation material will be published after the conference call on MOPS & company website. For an audio recording of the conference call, please visit the URL after 4PM: http://www.todayir.com/webcasting/ali_14q2/. Further questions regarding this conference call may be directed to our Investor Relations at +886-8752-2000. Thank you.

ALi Corporation (3041 TT) today announced the total consolidated revenue for Jun 2014 reached NT$ 295.2 million, representing a decrease of 19.9% MoM but an increase of 3.9% YoY. Aggregate revenue from January to Jun of 2014 was NT$2,124.9 million, up 17.2% from the same period last year.

The company expressed that the monthly revenue decrease was due to slow demand in some emerging countries. However, Pay-TV markets maintained similar revenue contribution compared to previous month and showed solid growth compared to the same period last year. The year-over-year aggregate sales increase of over 17% also reflected a strong long-term growth momentum from Pay-TV operator markets as a result of the company’s continuous cultivation and investment.

In addition, the company announced the shareholders approved a cash dividend of NT$2.30 per share at the shareholders' meeting on June 24th, 2014.  The company will begin trading ex-dividend on July 24th, 2014; the final registration date is set for July 25th; book closure period starts from July 26th to July 30th with base day for dividend on July 30th, accordingly. The company also announced cash dividend will be paid on August 26th by either wire remittances or checks. For more information, please visit the information webpage on MOPS.

ALi Corporation (3041 TT) today announced the total consolidated revenue for May 2014 reached NT$ 368.7 million, representing an increase of 4.5% MoM and 7.5% YoY, respectively. Aggregate revenue from January to May of 2014 was NT$1,829.7 million, up 19.7% from the same period last year.

The company expressed that the increasing demand in retail satellite products and Pay-TV markets resulted in the month-over-month growth in sales; additionally, the percentage of STB revenue contribution from overall Pay-TV operator markets was better than previous month. The year-over-year aggregate sales increase of approximately 20% also reflected a strong, long-term growth momentum from Pay-TV operator markets under the company’s continuous cultivation and investment.

In addition, the company announced it will showcase a series of STB solutions and M3821, a DVB-T2 SoC, partnered with MaxLinear Inc. and targeting increasing DVB-T2 opportunities, at Broadcast Asia 2014 during June 17-20 in Singapore.

Consolidated Sales Report, May 2014 (in NT$1,000)

ALi Corporation (3041 TT) today announced the total consolidated revenue for May 2014 reached NT$ 368.7 million, representing an increase of 4.5% MoM and 7.5% YoY, respectively. Aggregate revenue from January to May of 2014 was NT$1,829.7 million, up 19.7% from the same period last year.

The company expressed that the increasing demand in retail satellite products and Pay-TV markets resulted in the month-over-month growth in sales; additionally, the percentage of STB revenue contribution from overall Pay-TV operator markets was better than previous month. The year-over-year aggregate sales increase of approximately 20% also reflected a strong, long-term growth momentum from Pay-TV operator markets under the company’s continuous cultivation and investment.

In addition, the company announced it will showcase a series of STB solutions and M3821, a DVB-T2 SoC, partnered with MaxLinear Inc. and targeting increasing DVB-T2 opportunities, at Broadcast Asia 2014 during June 17-20 in Singapore.

Consolidated Sales Report, May 2014 (in NT$1,000)

ALi Corporation (3041TT) today held its 2014 first quarter online earnings conference and announced consolidated revenue of NT$1,108 million, consolidated gross profit of NT$550 million with consolidated gross profit margin of 50%, consolidated operating income of NT$72 million with consolidated operating profit margin of 6%, net income of NT$83 million, and basic earnings per share of NT$0.28 for the first quarter ended March 31st, 2014. 
 

ALi Corporation stated that first quarter’s revenue of NT$1,108 million, representing a decrease of 13% on a quarter-over-quarter basis, was mainly a result of fewer working days due to the Chinese Lunar New Year holidays causing decrease in revenue from most of the product lines. However, revenue from Pay-TV operator markets in emerging countries including Southeast Asia, South Asia and Eastern Europe showed quarterly growth thanks to cultivation in these market segments. The year-over-year sales increase of 29% for the first quarter was a result of long-term growth momentum from Pay-TV operator market and improvement in retail high-definition STB markets fueled by demand from emerging markets. Consolidated gross profit margin was 50%, up 2 percentage points compared to the level of previous quarter, due to better profit margins from multiple product categories and adjustments for one-time events. Consolidated operating expenses decreased 12% quarter-over-quarter and the company’s consolidated operating income reached almost $72 million with consolidated operating profit margin of 6%, up one percentage point compared to previous quarter. The company’s net income was NT$83 million, presenting better profitability compared to both previous quarter and first quarter in 2013.
 

As to the product line contribution in the first quarter, STB accounted for around 90~95% of the revenue. ALi’s STB end markets can be categorized into retail HD, retail SD, retail IP STB (OTT), and Pay-TV operators, which accounted for 35~40%, 25~30%, 5~10%, and 30~35% of STB revenue respectively. The company sees significant boost in the contribution from Pay-TV operator market from the level of 20-25% in previous quarter. 

ALi Corporation also announced the Board of Directors has decided to propose to shareholders at the Annual General Meeting on 24 June 2014 the distribution of a cash dividend of NT$2.30 per share for adoption.

ALi Corporation (3041 TT) today announced the total consolidated revenue for April 2014 reached NT$ 352.9 million, representing a decrease of 7.0% MoM but an increase of 7.9% YoY. Aggregate revenue from January to April of 2014 was NT$1,461.0 million, up 23.2% from the same period last year.
 

The company expressed that the growth of revenue in Pay-TV segment continued even though the total sales in April slightly decreased compared to the previous month. The year-over-year aggregate sales increase of more than 23% also reflected a strong growth momentum from Pay-TV operator market. 
 

In addition, the company announced it has joined forces with Prime Electronics and Satellitics Inc. to provide various set-top box solutions in Pay-TV segment targeting worldwide emerging markets such as Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe and Latin America.  
 

ALi Corporation (3041 TT) today announced to webcast its first quarter 2014 earnings conference call on Tuesday, May 13th at 14:00 (GMT+08:00) in Mandarin. Dr. Ben Lin, Chairman & CEO, and Cindy Chang, CFO & Spokesperson, will host the conference call to discuss the company’s financial results and answer questions from investors. A live webcast of the conference call will be available through the Investor Relations page on the ALi website. Analysts or media representatives wishing to ask questions may use the Live Webcast URL or dial the telephone numbers listed below.

●  Live Webcast
    URL: http://www.todayir.com/webcasting/ali_14q1/  
    It is highly recommended that participants install or upgrade the required software prior to  
    the earnings conference and participants can find more details and technical support from this web page.

 
●  Dial-in Numbers
    TW: (02)2162-6306 or 0080-132-3235 
    HK: (852)2112-1888
    CN: 4008-108-338 or 4006-786-766
    AUS: (612)8223-9906 or 1-800-007-642
    Other: (852)2112-1888
    Password: 1803513#
 

Please find further information about the conference on the company's website www.alitech.com. Presentation material will be published after the conference call on MOPS & company website. For an audio recording of the conference call, please visit the URL after 4PM: http://www.todayir.com/webcasting/ali_14q1/. Further questions regarding this conference call may be directed to our Investor Relations at +886-8752-2000. Thank you.

ALi Corporation (3041 TT) today announced the total consolidated revenue for March 2014 reached NT$ 379.3 million, representing an increase of 32.3% MoM and 36.3% YoY. Aggregate revenue from January to March of 2014 was NT$1,108.0 million, up 29.1% from the same period last year.
 

The company expressed that the increase in revenue from most STB products was mainly due to more working days in March, along with the strong contribution from Pay-TV segment, resulting in the more than 30% rise compared to the level of previous month. The year-over-year aggregate sales increase of more than 29% reflected a strong growth momentum from Pay-TV operator market and high-definition products for retail markets as well. 
 

The company also announced the launch of M3932, a high definition smart STB SoC solution based on the latest Android 4.4 KitKat, targeting applications including smart DVB or IPTV set-top boxes, OTT multimedia players, hybrid set-top boxes, and TV dongles. M3932, along with another new product, M3381T-B, a high definition DTMB set-top box solution fully supporting AVS+ in China market, was already showcased in CCBN held in March. 
 

In addition, the company also announced to hold the annual shareholders’ meeting on June 24, 2014 with share transfer registration suspended from April 26 to June 24, 2014. For more information, please visit the information webpage on MOPS.

ALi Corporation (3041TT) today held its 2013 fourth quarter online earnings conference and announced consolidated revenue of NT$1,281 million, consolidated gross profit of NT$613 million with consolidated gross profit margin of 48%, consolidated operating income of NT$70 million with consolidated operating profit margin of 5%, net income of NT$66 million, and basic earnings per share of NT$0.23 for the fourth quarter ended December 31st, 2013. Additionally, the company announced 2013 annual consolidated revenue of NT$4,156 million, consolidated gross profit of NT$1,878 million with consolidated gross profit margin of 45%, consolidated operating income of NT$20 million, net income of NT$891 million after recognizing the non-operating income from the gain on the disposal of 7th-10th floors and corresponding parking and public spaces of NASA Building, and basic earnings per share of NT$3.05.

ALi Corporation stated that fourth quarter’s revenue of NT$1,281 million, representing an increase of 21% on a quarter-over-quarter basis, was mainly a result of continuous growth from the third quarter in retail STB markets in emerging countries both for standard and high-definition products. In addition, the growth momentum in Pay-TV markets in emerging countries including South East Asia, East Europe, South Asia and Africa, as well as higher sales from IP STB in the holiday shopping season, also contributed to the quarterly revenue increase. The year-over-year sales increase of 8% for the fourth quarter was a result of improvement in retail high-definition STB markets and long-term growth momentum from Pay-TV operator market and IP STB, wherein the company’s cultivation has produced fruit. Consolidated gross profit margin was 48%, up 6 percentage points compared to the level of previous quarter due to better product mix and reversal of provision for losses on inventory. Though consolidated operating expenses still increased quarter-over-quarter, the company achieved better profit structure compared to last quarter with operating profit margin of 5%, thanks to larger sales scale and better gross profit margin.  
 

ALi Corporation also announced its consolidated 2013 revenue totaled NT$4,156 million, down 19% YoY.  The sales decline reflected back-to-normal demand as ASO (Analog Switch-off) was completed in most European countries in 2012; however, the company has made significant progress in cultivating relationship with Pay-TV operators in emerging markets and in the development of retail IP STB, which will continue to provide higher contributions to revenue. Consolidated gross profit margin was 45%, down 2 percentage points compared to 47% of 2012. Operating profit decreased on a year-over-year basis mainly due to higher R&D investment and administrative expenses.
 

As to the product line contribution in the fourth quarter, STB accounted for around 90~95% of the revenue. ALi’s STB end markets can be categorized into retail HD, retail SD, retail IP STB (OTT), and Pay-TV operators, which accounted for 40~45%, 25~30%, 10~15%, and 20~25% of STB revenue respectively. Regarding the product line contribution in 2013, STB accounted for over 90% of the revenue. Retail HD, retail SD, retail IP STB (OTT), and Pay-TV operators accounted for 35~40%, 25~30%, 10~15% and 20~25% of STB revenue, respectively.

ALi Corporation (3041 TT) today announced the total consolidated revenue for February 2014 reached NT$ 286.7 million, representing a decrease of 35.1% MoM but an increase of 27.7% YoY. Aggregate revenue from January to February of 2014 was NT$728.7 million, up 25.6% from the same period last year.
 

The company expressed that the month-over-month sales decrease of revenue in February mainly reflected the fewer working days and lower demand in some regions. The year-over-year sales increase up to 27.7% reflected strong growth momentum from Pay-TV operator market and IP STB as well as recent improvement in retail STB markets for high-definition products. 
 

The company recently announced the partnership with Funai Electric Co., Ltd., a Japanese consumer electronics company, to deploy ATSC set-top box solutions targeting more opportunities in Mexican market arising from ASO (Analog Switch-off) to complete by 2015.