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EXHIBIT 99.1

 

[inTEST News Release Letterhead]

 

inTEST REPORTS 2014 SECOND QUARTER RESULTS
*  Second Quarter Financial Results Mark 19th Consecutive Quarter of Profitability;
*  Improved Demand in Semiconductor ATE Market Drives Sequential Increase of 24% in Bookings and 40% in Net Revenues;
*  Thermal Non-Semiconductor Related Business Increased


MOUNT LAUREL, NJ, July 30, 2014 - inTEST Corporation (NYSE MKT: INTT), an independent designer, manufacturer and marketer of thermal management products and semiconductor automatic test equipment (ATE) interface solutions, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2014.

2014 Second Quarter

  • Second quarter 2014 bookings of $12.6 million increased 24% as compared with first quarter 2014 bookings of $10.2 million, and 15% over second quarter 2013 bookings of $11.0 million; $3.6 million, or 28% of second quarter 2014 bookings, were derived from non-semiconductor test.
  • Second quarter 2014 net revenues of $12.3 million increased 40% as compared with first quarter 2014 net revenues of $8.8 million, and 10% over second quarter 2013 net revenues of $11.2 million; $2.9 million, or 23% of second quarter 2014 net revenues were derived from non-semiconductor test
  • Second quarter 2014 gross margin was $6.1 million, or 49%, compared with first quarter 2014 gross margin of $4.2 million, or 48%, and second quarter 2013 gross margin of $5.5 million, or 49%.
  • Second quarter 2014 net earnings of $1.4 million, or $0.13 per diluted share, grew 374% as compared with first quarter 2014 net earnings of $286,000, or $0.03 per diluted share; and increased 35% compared with second quarter 2013 net earnings of $1.0 million, or $0.10 per diluted share.
  • Cash and cash equivalents of $19.6 million at June 30, 2014 increased by 4% as compared with $18.9 million at March 31, 2014.

"Our solid financial results for the second quarter reflect momentum and strength in our business, which was fueled by strong demand from a wide range of customers in all three of our business segments," noted Robert E. Matthiessen, president and chief executive officer. "Quote activity continues to be strong, translating into second quarter bookings growth of 24% sequentially and 15% on a year-over-year basis. Our thermal non-semiconductor related business has increased in both absolute dollars and as a percentage of revenues. Second quarter 2014 bookings derived from non-semiconductor test increased 85% as compared to the first quarter, and accounted for 28% of second quarter bookings. Second quarter 2014 net revenues derived from non-semiconductor test showed a significant improvement of 140% over the first quarter, and accounted for 23% of second quarter net revenues. We exceeded guidance in both net revenues and net earnings, and recorded our 19th consecutive quarter of profitability. Operating income of $2.0 million for the second quarter of 2014 increased by over 400% as compared with the previous quarter, predominantly attributable to gross margin expansion. In addition, we reported a positive book-to-bill ratio for the quarter and have a solid balance sheet with no debt."

Mr. Matthiessen noted that similar to most companies in the ATE sector, inTEST's first half results have been stronger than in the prior year, and the Company's third quarter financial outlook reflects the industry's normal seasonal patterns. inTEST expects that net revenues for the third quarter ended September 30, 2014 will be in the range of $10.5 million to $11.5 million and that net earnings will range from $0.07 to $0.10 per diluted share. This outlook is based on the Company's current views with respect to operating and market conditions and customers' forecasts, which are subject to change.

Mr. Matthiessen concluded, "Looking forward, we expect that 2014 will be stronger than 2013, bolstered by our quote activity and customer adoption of our new products. Our long-term objective is to grow and transform inTEST Corporation into a broad-based thermal test solutions company while continuing to supply our valued customers in the semiconductor test arena. Leveraging the strength of our semiconductor business, we have increased our footprint and evolved into a thermal test solutions provider, offering a comprehensive product portfolio capable of addressing growth markets in both the semiconductor and non-semiconductor sectors, including automotive, consumer electronics, defense/aerospace, energy, industrial, and telecommunications. We believe the conditions for our long-term success remain firmly in place."


Investor Conference Call / Webcast Details:

There will be a conference call with investors and analysts this evening at 5:00 pm EDT to discuss inTEST's 2014 second quarter financial results and management's current expectations and views of the industry. The call may also include discussion of strategic, operating, product initiatives or developments, or other matters relating to inTEST's current or future performance.

The dial-in number for the live audio call beginning at 5:00 pm EDT on July 30, 2014 is (719) 325-2393. The Passcode for the conference call is 2039605. Please reference the inTEST 2014 Q2 Financial Results Conference Call. inTEST Corporation will provide a live webcast in conjunction with the conference call. To access the live webcast, please visit inTEST's website www.intest.com under the "Investors" section.

2014 Q1 Replay Details (Webcast)
A replay of the webcast will be available on inTEST's website for one year following the live broadcast. To access the webcast replay, please visit inTEST's website www.intest.com under the "Investors" section.

About inTEST Corporation
inTEST Corporation is an independent designer, manufacturer and marketer of thermal management products and ATE interface solutions, which are used by semiconductor manufacturers to perform final testing of integrated circuits (ICs) and wafers. The Company's high-performance products are designed to enable semiconductor manufacturers to improve the speed, reliability, efficiency and profitability of IC test processes. The Company's products are also sold into the automotive, consumer electronics, defense/aerospace, energy, industrial and telecommunications markets. Specific products include temperature management systems, manipulator and docking hardware products and customized interface solutions. The Company has established strong relationships with its customers globally, which it supports through a network of local offices. For more information visit www.intest.com.

Forward-Looking Statements:
This press release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements do not convey historical information, but relate to predicted or potential future events and financial results that are based upon management's current expectations. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. In addition to the factors mentioned in this press release, such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, changes in business conditions and the economy, generally; changes in the demand for semiconductors, generally; changes in the rates of, and timing of, capital expenditures by our customers; progress of product development programs; increases in raw material and fabrication costs associated with our products and other risk factors set forth from time to time in our SEC filings, including, but not limited to, our periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q. inTEST undertakes no obligation to update the information in this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events.

Contacts:

 

inTEST Corporation

Investors:

Hugh T. Regan, Jr.

Laura Guerrant-Oiye, Principal

Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer

Guerrant Associates

Tel: 856-505-8999

lguerrant@guerrantir.com

 

Tel: 808-882-1467

 

 

 

 

Tables follow -

 

 

 

 

SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations Data:

 

                Three Months Ended                

 

      Six Months Ended      

 

 

6/30/2014

 

6/30/2013

 

3/31/2014

 

6/30/2014

 

6/30/2013

 

Net revenues

$12,343

 

$11,218

 

$  8,797

 

$21,140

 

$20,191

 

Gross margin

6,082

 

5,465

 

4,185

 

10,267

 

9,570

 

Operating expenses:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    Selling expense

1,530

 

1,528

 

1,326

 

2,856

 

2,717

 

    Engineering and product development expense

887

 

925

 

923

 

1,810

 

1,921

 

    General and administrative expense

1,621

 

1,523

 

1,532

 

3,153

 

3,079

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other income (expense)

10

 

(2

)

7

 

17

 

4

 

Earnings before income tax expense

2,054

 

1,487

 

411

 

2,465

 

1,857

 

Income tax expense

697

 

484

 

125

 

822

 

562

 

Net earnings

1,357

 

1,003

 

286

 

1,643

 

1,295

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net earnings per share - basic

$0.13

 

$0.10

 

$0.03

 

$0.16

 

$0.13

 

Weighted average shares outstanding - basic

10,437

 

10,372

 

10,394

 

10,415

 

10,350

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net earnings per share - diluted

$0.13

 

$0.10

 

$0.03

 

$0.16

 

$0.13

 

Weighted average shares outstanding - diluted

10,454

 

10,394

 

10,449

 

10,453

 

10,380

 

 

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets Data:

 

                         As of:                          

 

6/30/2014

 

3/31/2014

 

12/31/2013

Cash and cash equivalents

$19,616

 

$18,853

 

$19,018

Trade accounts receivable, net

7,744

 

5,889

 

5,748

Inventories

3,873

 

3,803

 

3,243

Total current assets

32,211

 

29,513

 

29,081

Net property and equipment

1,330

 

1,323

 

1,254

Total assets

38,395

 

35,935

 

35,481

Accounts payable

1,713

 

1,561

 

1,064

Accrued expenses

3,210

 

2,840

 

3,185

Total current liabilities

5,540

 

4,455

 

4,332

Noncurrent liabilities

-

 

-

 

-

Total stockholders' equity

32,855

 

31,480

 

31,149

 

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