PHOTRONICS INC

Previous wording

In the second quarter of FY25, new tariffs were announced on imports to the U.S., including additional tariffs on imports from China, Taiwan, South Korea, Japan and the European Union, among others, followed by various modifications and delays. In response, several countries have imposed, or threatened to impose, reciprocal tariffs on imports from the U.S. and other retaliatory measures. Further changes are expected to be made in the future, which may include additional sector-based tariffs or other measures. The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated an investigation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended, into, among other things, imports of semiconductors, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and their derivative products, including downstream products that contain semiconductors. Tariffs and trade restrictions may increase costs and complexity in our supply chain, including the procurement of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, raw materials, and critical components. They may also elevate the cost of our products, reduce demand, and negatively affect customer purchasing behavior. These risks, individually or collectively, could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, and results of operations.

Current wording

In FY25, new tariffs were announced on imports to the U.S., followed by various modifications and delays. Further changes are expected to be made in the future, which may include additional sector-based tariffs or other measures. The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated an investigation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended, into, among other things, imports of semiconductors, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and their derivative products, including downstream products that contain semiconductors. Tariffs and trade restrictions may increase costs and complexity in our supply chain, including the procurement of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, raw materials, and critical components. They may also elevate the cost of our products, reduce demand, and negatively affect customer purchasing behavior. These risks, individually or collectively, could adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations.

Previous wording

In September 2020, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to $100 million of its common stock, pursuant to a repurchase plan under Rule 10b-18 of the Exchange Act. The repurchase authorization by the Board of Directors has no expiration date, does not obligate us to acquire any common stock, and is subject to market conditions. From September 2020 through October 2022, the Company repurchased 5.8 million shares at a cost of $68.3 million. In August 2024, the Board of Directors authorized an increase to the Company’s existing share repurchase program from the remaining $31.7 million up to $100 million. During the six-month period ended May 4, 2025, the Company repurchased 3.8 million shares at a cost of $76.7 million pursuant to Rule 10b-18 of the Exchange Act. As of May 4, 2025, $23.3 million remained available under this authorization for the repurchase of additional shares.

Current wording

In September 2020, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to $100 million of its common stock, pursuant to a repurchase plan under Rule 10b-18 of the Exchange Act. The repurchase authorization by the Board of Directors has no expiration date, does not obligate the Company to acquire any common stock, and is subject to market conditions. From September 2020 through October 2022, the Company repurchased 5.8 million shares at a cost of $68.3 million. No shares were repurchased during the three- or nine-month periods ended July 28, 2024. In August 2024, the Board of Directors authorized an increase to the Company’s existing share repurchase program from the remaining $31.7 million up to $100 million. During the three-month period ended August 3, 2025, the Company repurchased 1.2 million shares at a cost of $20.7 million pursuant to Rule 10b-18 of the Exchange Act. During the nine-month period ended August 3, 2025, the Company repurchased 5 million shares at a cost of $97.4 million pursuant to Rule 10b-18 of the Exchange Act. In June 2025, the Board of Directors authorized an additional $25 million share repurchase. As a result, as of August 3, 2025, $27.6 million remained available under this authorization. All shares repurchased under the program have been retired.

Previous wording

The following table provides information relating to the Company’s repurchase of common stock during the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. This table excludes shares repurchased to settle employee tax withholding related to the vesting of stock awards.

Current wording

The following table provides information relating to the Company’s repurchase of common stock during the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. This table excludes shares repurchased to settle employee tax withholding related to the vesting of stock awards.