AXT Prices $550M Public Offering at $64.25/Share for Capacity Expansion

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AXT, Inc. finalized the pricing of its public offering, selling 8.56 million shares at $64.25 each to raise $550 million, with proceeds earmarked for indium phosphide capacity expansion and R&D.

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• Offering Priced

  AXT priced its public offering of 8,560,311 shares of common stock at $64.25 per share, a modest discount to the current market price.

• Substantial Capital Raise

  The offering is expected to generate gross proceeds of approximately $550 million, potentially increasing to $632.5 million if the underwriters' over-allotment option for an additional 1,284,046 shares is fully exercised.

• Strategic Use of Proceeds

  Net proceeds will primarily fund the subsidiary Beijing Tongmei Xtal Technology Co., Ltd. to increase indium phosphide substrate capacity for export, support R&D, and provide working capital and general corporate purposes.

• Insider Lock-Up Agreements

  Executive officers and directors have entered into 60-day lock-up agreements, restricting the sale of their shares, indicating confidence in the company's future.

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This 8-K finalizes the terms and pricing of a significant public offering, following the preliminary announcement on April 20, 2026. The company is raising approximately $550 million, potentially up to $632.5 million if the over-allotment option is fully exercised. This substantial capital infusion will result in significant dilution for existing shareholders. However, the proceeds are strategically allocated to increase indium phosphide substrate capacity for export, fund research and development, and provide working capital, which are critical for the company's long-term growth and operational stability, especially in light of the previously reported decline in 2025 revenue due to trade restrictions. The offering price of $64.25 per share is at a modest discount to the current market price, suggesting a reasonable market reception. Additionally, executive officers and directors have entered into 60-day lock-up agreements, signaling their commitment to the company's future.