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Lattice Semiconductor: Can the AMI Acquisition Unlock a Powerful $12 Billion Market Opportunity?

Lattice Semiconductor delivered strong financial and operational results for the first quarter of 2026, reporting revenue of $170.9 million—a 42% increase year-over-year—and earnings per share (EPS) growth of approximately 86% year-over-year to $0.41. This revenue growth was supported by robust contributions across its two primary end markets: Compute and Communications, which accounted for 62% of revenue and saw record performance fueled notably by data center AI applications, and Industrial and Embedded, which grew over 20% sequentially. Channel inventory reduction to close to two months indicates improved supply chain management, which supports the company’s outlook for continued momentum. Gross margin expansion, reaching 70% and improving over prior periods, alongside disciplined operating expense growth, resulted in operating margin expansion and strong free cash flow, although free cash flow declined slightly sequentially due to timing factors.