Seagate Technology today reported financial results for the quarter ended September 28, 2012.
During the first quarter, on a GAAP basis the company reported revenue of approximately $3.7 billion, gross margin of 28.4 per cent, net income of $582 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.42. On a non-GAAP basis, which excludes the net impact of certain items, Seagate reported gross margin of 29.0 per cent, net income of $594 million, and diluted earnings per share of $1.45.
In the September quarter, Seagate generated approximately $1.1 billion in cash from operations, paid cash dividends of $127 million and redeemed approximately 20.5 million ordinary shares or approximately 5% of ordinary shares at the beginning of the fiscal quarter for approximately $669 million. During the nine months ended September 28, 2012, Seagate redeemed approximately 109 million ordinary shares, resulting in an approximate reduction of 17 per cent of the Company’s share count. Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and short-term investments totaled approximately $2.5 billion at the end of the first quarter, a sequential increase of approximately $259 million.
Steve Luczo, Seagate chairman and CEO, Seagate continues to adapt to dynamic industry conditions, managing inventory and demand with our customers while maintaining investments in our technology portfolio that will position us for continued success in the marketplace over the long-term. Returning value to shareholders remains a top priority with over 70 per cent of our operating cash flow going towards share redemptions and dividends this quarter.
