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WNC Returns to Profitability in Q3 with EPS of NT$0.25
Electronic Technology · Computer Communications · economic_daily · 2026-11-09
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Networking equipment manufacturer WNC reported a return to profitability in Q3, with gross margins recovering to 13.4% as the company ramps up high-end optical module production.
What Happened
Financial Performance: WNC reported Q3 consolidated revenue of NT$4.85 billion, a 34% quarter-over-quarter increase. The company achieved a net profit of NT$116 million and an EPS of NT$0.25, successfully turning profitable after losses in the first half of the year.
Cost Management: Gross margin improved to 13.4% as the company successfully passed on raw material costs to customers. While the ramp-up of new high-speed optical module production lines has pressured margins in the short term, the company has seen positive results from ongoing price negotiations with clients.
Market Strategy: WNC is focusing on the high-end optical communications and AI data center markets. Shipments of low-speed optical modules and data center networking equipment are underway, with high-end 800G and 1.6T optical modules expected to begin contributing to revenue in Q4.
Future Outlook: Amid global geopolitical and cybersecurity trends, WNC is well-positioned to capture new orders. The company expects operational performance to continue improving as high-end product lines reach mass production, further enhancing overall profitability.