Rambus Reports Record Q3 2026 Revenue and Earnings Driven by AI Infrastructure Demand
Rambus (RMBS) delivered a strong third quarter for fiscal year 2026, reporting total revenue of $218.3 million, a 22% increase year-over-year. The growth was primarily fueled by record product and contract revenues, driven by high demand for DDR5 Registered Clock Drivers (RCDs) and silicon IP design wins as AI infrastructure requirements expand in data centers. The company achieved a non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.84, representing 35% year-over-year growth and exceeding previous guidance. Despite facing some margin pressure from supply chain input costs, Rambus maintained a healthy non-GAAP operating margin of 47%. Management also utilized strong cash flows to complete a $100 million accelerated share repurchase program. Looking ahead, Rambus provided optimistic Q4 revenue guidance between $227 million and $233 million. While management noted that supply may remain tight into 2027 and highlighted a trend of 'memory de-specing' among customers, the company expects continued momentum from AI-driven semiconductor complexity.
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