Stock Analysis on Net

KLA Corp. (NASDAQ:KLAC)

Cash Flow Statement 
Quarterly Data

The cash flow statement provides information about a company cash receipts and cash payments during an accounting period, showing how these cash flows link the ending cash balance to the beginning balance shown on the company balance sheet.

The cash flow statement consists of three parts: cash flows provided by (used in) operating activities, cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities, and cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities.

KLA Corp., consolidated cash flow statement (quarterly data)

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3 months ended: Jun 30, 2025 Mar 31, 2025 Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019 Sep 30, 2019
Net income 1,202,849 1,088,416 824,527 945,851 836,446 601,541 582,534 741,375 684,654 697,837 978,795 1,026,065 805,398 730,660 717,517 1,068,485 633,058 567,170 456,983 420,142 410,315 78,009 380,305 346,396
Impairment of goodwill and purchased intangible assets 239,100 70,474 219,000 749 9,156 5,962 (23) 865 10,760 256,649 100 2,481
Depreciation and amortization 96,252 98,091 103,922 95,823 101,001 99,263 99,063 102,403 104,813 104,854 103,508 101,938 100,848 92,127 85,545 84,824 84,647 84,365 84,257 80,066 78,937 81,990 88,534 98,588
Loss on extinguishment of debt 13,286 22,538
Unrealized foreign exchange (gain) loss and other (8,648) 4,558 11,346 7,718 4,214 7,629 (34,346) 9,970 17,602 (16,531) (20,679) 1,783 31,862 (7,059) 6,089 15,639 (6,102) 5,231 (5,663) (12,907) 15,047 (5,950) (5,550) 10,313
Asset impairment charges 11,307
Disposal of non-controlling interest 8,270
Stock-based compensation expense 71,269 70,201 61,841 61,700 58,621 56,682 48,620 48,772 49,907 48,130 38,405 34,982 36,849 37,087 27,766 25,216 27,690 30,327 26,827 26,992 26,378 31,270 26,789 26,944
Net gain on sale of assets (161)
Gain on sale of business (29,687) (4,422)
Deferred income taxes (60,482) (35,437) (68,976) (81,682) (30,634) 11,886 (65,158) (71,322) 23,567 (66,596) (98,890) (156,226) 53,474 (11,747) 56,742 (427,970) (4,787) (151) (24,540) (14,967) (93,110)
Gain on fair value adjustment of marketable equity securities (26,719)
Settlement of treasury lock agreement 415 82,799 (21,518)
Accounts receivable (67,608) 185,975 (394,604) (91,660) (221,958) 194,311 (160,265) 107,018 105,096 342,090 (440,647) (55,073) (192,055) 126,414 (264,331) (180,354) (102,021) 16,055 (190,189) 73,000 10,431 73,103 (126,682) (75,214)
Inventories (48,519) (112,283) 64,958 (59,326) (32,843) 28,359 (21,189) (138,419) (144,654) (211,216) (127,647) (265,530) (170,600) (156,513) (101,701) (138,189) (123,725) (34,169) (26,215) (85,991) (56,609) (11,640) (1,477) (5,091)
Other assets (86,564) 14,309 (90,845) 152,641 (65,884) (111,233) (104,872) (7,520) (90,591) (60,973) (15,091) 45,637 (193,341) (25,972) (2,430) 4,673 (63,738) (20,700) (31,850) 20,070 18,124 (23,899) 3,558 (8,930)
Accounts payable (8,601) (12,227) 67,080 (12,463) 24,177 (10,238) 2,692 8,345 (105,844) (119,606) 44,317 36,472 19,256 41,797 (1,289) 41,868 48,414 32,735 8,039 (9,822) 19,905 (12,904) 35,258 18,885
Deferred system revenue (51,515) (204,221) 195,357 (108,648) (8,613) 110,442 218,250 14,057 117,928 (1,765) 95,079 (60,492) 72,246 (4,734) 112,387 33,469 (40,899) 57,820 21,038 (82,633) 3,652 89,280 (30,412) (4,833)
Deferred service revenue 35,850 5,820 22,927 35,863 74,096 54,288 68,821 5,901 52,672 5,332 42,630 (12,411) 48,502 47,748 28,556 4,912 35,769 11,507 2,215 (3,646) 15,205 10,691 1,220 (4,337)
Other liabilities 90,708 (31,043) (186,957) 49,421 142,685 (203,841) (230,908) 63,160 143,965 289,299 87,761 313,375 123,991 (50,930) 145,947 325,262 4,037 (99,595) 240,179 101,002 (6,189) (125,591) 16,088 91,043
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of assets acquired and liabilities assumed in business acquisitions (136,249) (153,670) (322,084) (34,172) (88,340) 62,088 (227,471) 52,542 78,572 243,161 (313,598) 1,978 (292,001) (22,190) (82,861) 91,641 (242,163) (36,347) 23,217 11,980 4,519 (960) (102,447) 11,523
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities (37,858) (16,257) 24,988 49,387 56,169 308,437 39,708 142,365 274,461 313,018 (290,505) (14,520) 13,831 88,218 93,281 (204,688) (167,434) 78,980 104,098 92,029 42,531 364,019 7,426 149,849
Net cash provided by operating activities 1,164,991 1,072,159 849,515 995,238 892,615 909,978 622,242 883,740 959,115 1,010,855 688,290 1,011,545 819,229 818,878 810,798 863,797 465,624 646,150 561,081 512,171 452,846 442,028 387,731 496,245
Proceeds from sale of assets 161 5,079 27,658 741 1,114
Net proceeds from sale of business 75,358 16,833
Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired (3,682) (27,144) (8,226) (432,901) (37,986) (11,543) (70) (78,530)
Acquisition of intellectual property (2,100) (2,850)
Capital expenditures (100,408) (82,135) (92,323) (60,393) (60,745) (71,793) (76,801) (68,045) (78,683) (84,914) (93,642) (84,352) (73,160) (100,304) (64,901) (68,955) (55,376) (61,183) (59,144) (55,925) (41,790) (43,445) (34,874) (32,566)
Proceeds from capital-related government assistance 5,948 315
Purchases of available-for-sale and equity securities (748,014) (697,596) (489,033) (837,935) (602,081) (1,172,264) (451,800) (530,842) (481,096) (402,672) (301,372) (256,793) (254,274) (207,546) (261,840) (264,000) (223,620) (303,076) (260,227) (231,821) (233,838) (156,173) (144,715) (263,767)
Proceeds from sale of available-for-sale securities 128,116 93,085 183,097 55,322 36,816 55,722 7,252 7,983 50,079 37,786 10,147 26,608 46,033 26,713 25,838 14,954 19,759 14,962 57,563 53,249 44,199 69,034 10,287 25,449
Proceeds from maturity of available-for-sale securities 394,759 378,471 1,010,660 671,925 488,779 342,808 427,128 201,149 434,819 345,972 141,926 211,465 235,871 151,724 194,539 178,414 163,232 159,120 163,492 95,835 135,674 133,819 158,699 198,751
Purchases of trading securities (30,013) (53,418) (17,276) (17,581) (21,635) (46,456) (16,049) (49,958) (18,852) (40,176) (18,071) (19,512) (19,912) (43,000) (35,446) (22,896) (24,001) (48,495) (16,741) (18,630) (41,584) (46,784) (12,852) (9,021)
Proceeds from sale of trading securities 26,367 43,341 18,420 17,623 18,644 37,619 16,715 48,042 19,249 30,797 19,607 19,875 20,616 35,820 34,751 25,163 26,402 45,251 18,424 21,244 43,061 45,407 15,307 11,905
Proceeds from other investments 984 1,430 1,020 795 614 1,086
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities (325,345) (319,803) 613,706 (171,039) (138,792) (858,046) (88,476) (391,671) (74,484) (113,207) (241,405) (53,475) (25,394) (569,494) (106,264) (175,306) (93,604) (176,588) (95,892) (134,320) (105,821) 1,788 (8,148) (146,693)
Payment of debt issuance costs (6,515)
Proceeds from issuance of debt, net of issuance costs 735,043 2,967,409 40,343 (172) 742,004
Proceeds from revolving credit facility 300,000 275,000 300,000 300,000 200,000 250,000
Repayment of debt (750,000) (225,000) (200,000) (662,250) (275,000) (45,000) (300,000) (20,000) (50,000) (175,000) (721,033) (275,000)
Common stock repurchases (425,697) (506,745) (650,121) (567,383) (470,266) (372,251) (437,817) (455,412) (388,825) (478,186) (355,007) (89,846) (2,573,589) (564,666) (429,874) (399,677) (299,777) (273,441) (177,492) (187,897) (315,995) (284,593) (228,496)
Forward contract for accelerated share repurchases (900,000)
Payment of dividends to stockholders (253,965) (225,774) (226,776) (198,079) (197,521) (197,154) (196,859) (181,507) (179,510) (180,854) (184,208) (187,984) (157,602) (158,976) (159,129) (162,821) (139,267) (139,338) (139,584) (141,164) (132,762) (133,327) (134,696) (121,636)
Payment of dividends to subsidiary’s non-controlling interest holders (602) (1,239)
Issuance of common stock 103,976 47,538 96,501 48,433 90,939 33,793 115 76,102 36,912 59,742 26,356 50,349 672 24,499 114
Tax withholding payments related to vested and released restricted stock units (54,127) (2,680) (3,608) (72,246) (47,508) (24,274) (3,005) (68,237) (21,102) (16,154) (2,598) (54,952) (15,423) (16,661) (5,755) (46,532) (13,543) (6,674) (11,000) (25,145) (5,527) (4,958) (12,237) (23,538)
Contingent consideration payable and other, net (67) (2,440) (1,676) (12,823) (2,527) (2,500) (21) (1,100) 2,996 (3) (57)
Purchase of non-controlling interest (4,295)
Net cash used in financing activities (629,813) (735,199) (1,582,967) (837,708) (618,861) 138,924 (590,924) (705,156) (511,321) (902,721) (710,520) (705,727) (603,726) (486,403) (557,846) (609,030) (392,845) (439,453) (261,377) (404,206) (61,355) (432,637) (432,030) (373,613)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 11,053 2,587 (19,178) 13,582 (6,000) (7,743) 10,642 (3,208) (13,958) 2,109 15,832 (17,971) (20,373) (4,866) 805 (4,507) 3,285 (9,425) 11,834 7,766 2,564 (4,868) 3,963 (3,585)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 220,886 19,744 (138,924) 73 128,962 183,113 (46,516) (216,295) 359,352 (2,964) (247,803) 234,372 169,736 (241,885) 147,493 74,954 (17,540) 20,684 215,646 (18,589) 288,234 6,311 (48,484) (27,646)

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-09-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-09-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-09-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-09-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2020-09-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2020-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2019-09-30).


Net Income
The net income exhibits notable volatility over the examined periods but shows a general upward trajectory. Following relatively stable levels in 2019, there was a significant dip in the March 31, 2020 quarter, potentially reflective of external disruptions. From mid-2020 onwards, net income climbed consistently, peaking markedly in the September 30, 2021 quarter. After a decline in late 2021 and early 2022, it recovered again, demonstrating resilience and growth through 2023 into 2025, with a significant peak expected around June 30, 2025.
Impairment of Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets
There are sporadic and sizeable impairment charges, particularly a substantial impairment recorded in March 31, 2020, that stands out as an anomaly compared to other periods. Later impairments appear less frequent but include large amounts again in late 2024 and early 2025, indicating episodic write-downs of intangible assets.
Depreciation and Amortization
Depreciation and amortization expenses remain relatively stable across quarters, with a slight upward trend over time, indicating consistent capital asset usage and possible acquisitions or investments enhancing the asset base.
Unrealized Foreign Exchange (Gain) Loss and Other
This line item fluctuates significantly, showing alternating gains and losses across quarters. The volatility suggests exposure to foreign currency movements and related financial instruments, impacting earnings variably over time.
Stock-Based Compensation Expense
The stock-based compensation expense demonstrates a gradual increase over the time frame, rising notably from mid-2021 onward. This increase may correspond to expanded employee incentives or changes in equity compensation arrangements.
Deferred Income Taxes
Deferred income taxes display substantial volatility, with both significant positive and negative values. Large negative spikes, such as in June 30, 2021, and periods in 2022, indicate fluctuating tax impacts, possibly related to timing differences, tax law changes, or adjustments to tax assets and liabilities.
Accounts Receivable and Inventories
Accounts receivable record pronounced swings between positive and negative values, reflecting significant variability in collections or sales timing. Similarly, inventories present major fluctuations, with large decreases and increases suggesting changes in inventory management or production cycles impacted by demand and supply chain factors.
Accounts Payable
Accounts payable also exhibit variability, with some quarters showing strong increases and others decreases, indicative of shifting payment cycles or procurement patterns.
Deferred System and Service Revenue
Deferred revenues exhibit considerable fluctuations, alternating between positive and negative values. This pattern points to variability in the timing of revenue recognition and possibly changes in contract structures or customer payment schedules.
Other Liabilities
Other liabilities show high variability, with several large positive and negative swings, indicating episodic adjustments possibly related to contingent liabilities or other miscellaneous obligations.
Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities
Operating cash flow remains generally strong across the periods, with substantial increases in several quarters, including a peak in September 2021. Despite some decreases, the company consistently generates positive cash flows from operations, highlighting operational robustness.
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities
Investing activities cash flows are generally negative, reflecting persistent capital expenditures and acquisitions. Notable outflows occurred during 2021–2023, including sizeable purchases of securities and investments alongside capital expenditures. Occasional positive values indicate proceeds from asset sales or maturities of securities.
Capital Expenditures
Capital expenditures remain consistently high and somewhat cyclical, with peaks corresponding to certain quarters such as late 2021 and 2024. This steady level of investment suggests ongoing development of infrastructure and equipment.
Purchases and Proceeds from Sale of Securities
Purchases of available-for-sale and equity securities are substantial and generally increase over time, indicating increased investment activities. Proceeds from the sale and maturity of securities also fluctuate significantly, with some large spikes, revealing active portfolio management.
Net Cash Used in Financing Activities
Financing cash flows have been consistently negative, reflecting substantial common stock repurchases, dividend payments, and debt repayments. The timing and magnitude of repurchases and dividends indicate a strong focus on shareholder value return, though occasional positive values in late 2023 and early 2024 hint at borrowing or capital injections.
Dividends and Stock Repurchases
Dividends paid show a steady increase over time, consistent with an increasing payout policy. Stock repurchases demonstrate substantial amounts regularly, peaking late 2021 and 2022, then fluctuating but remaining high, confirming an ongoing strategy to reduce outstanding shares.
Effect of Exchange Rate Changes on Cash and Cash Equivalents
The effect of foreign exchange on cash balances shows sporadic positive and negative impacts, underlining exposure to currency risk and translation effects on cash holdings.
Summary of Cash Position Trends
Overall, the net increase/decrease in cash and cash equivalents shows high volatility but generally positive movements in many periods, including large inflows in mid-2020 and late 2023. The cash position reflects the cumulative effect of operational strength, investing activities, and financing decisions.