Knowles
Market leader and global provider of advanced micro-acoustic, audio-processing, and precision device solutions, serving the mobile consumer electronics, communications, medical, military, aerospace, and industrial markets.
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| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | N/A | IPO | |
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
| USD | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| Revenues | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 |
| % growth | (11 %) | 14 % | (12 %) | (7 %) | (22 %) | 5 % | 5 % |
| EBITDA | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 |
| % EBITDA margin | 14 % | 21 % | 16 % | 14 % | 19 % | 24 % | 26 % |
| Profit | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 |
| % profit margin | 1 % | 17 % | (56 %) | 10 % | (43 %) | 8 % | 12 % |
| EV | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 |
| EV / revenue | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x |
| EV / EBITDA | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x |
| R&D budget | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 |
| R&D % of revenue | 12 % | 11 % | 11 % | 11 % | 7 % | - | - |
Source: Company filings or news article, Equity research estimates
Knowles is a global manufacturer and supplier of advanced micro-acoustic, audio processing, and precision device solutions. The company operates through three segments: Audio, Precision Devices, and Consumer MEMS Microphones.
The Audio segment designs and manufactures micro-acoustic solutions, including balanced armature speakers and microphones, for the hearing health, premium audio, and communications markets. The Precision Devices segment specializes in the production of high-performance capacitors and RF filters for applications in the defense, medical, and industrial sectors. The Consumer MEMS Microphones segment is a top supplier of MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical systems) microphones for a wide range of consumer electronics, including smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices.
Knowles' business model is centered on engineering and manufacturing critical components for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The company leverages its expertise in acoustics, materials science, and signal processing to develop components that meet the stringent performance and miniaturization requirements of its customers. Revenue is generated through the sale of these components to a global client base.
Keywords: micro-acoustic, balanced armature speakers, MEMS microphones, capacitors, RF filters, audio processing, precision devices, hearing health, defense, medical
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