Advanced Energy Industries Ramps Up Plasma Power Efforts—Can It Corner the Semiconductor Market? 

Advanced Energy Industries reported strong financial performance for the first quarter of 2025, driven primarily by growth in the Data Center Computing and Semiconductor sectors. The company’s revenue reached $405 million, a 24% increase year-over-year, albeit with a slight 3% sequential decline. Earnings per share stood at $1.23, which exceeded expectations. Key markets such as Industrial & Medical experienced setbacks, with a 16% sequential drop in revenue, driven by inventory digestion and reduced purchase orders.