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UMC Q2 net income surges 161%, but EPS misses estimates

The chipmaker's revenue exceeded expectations, while its stock remains well off highs amid tough sentiment.

Talivio News · Global 30 July 2026, 15:17 1 min read

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United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) reported a 161% surge in net income for the second quarter of 2026, according to the company's earnings release. However, earnings per share fell short of analyst estimates by $0.05.

Revenue for the quarter topped expectations, the company said during its earnings call. Despite the strong profit growth, UMC's stock is trading significantly below its historical highs, with market sentiment described as tough.

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Increase in UMC's Q2 2026 net income year-over-year

UMC held an earnings call to discuss the Q2 results, providing further details on its performance and outlook.

Soren Falk

Economics Correspondent · Talivio News

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investing.com — UMC Q2 2026 slides: net income surges 161% on margin gains (opens in a new window) accessed 30 Jul 2026
investing.com — United Microelectronics earnings missed by $0.05, revenue topped estimates (opens in a new window) accessed 30 Jul 2026
seekingalpha.com — United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript (opens in a new window) accessed 30 Jul 2026

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