MStar Semiconductor today announced consolidated revenue of NT$8.92 billion (US$300 million) and net income of NT$1.54 billion (US$52 million) for the first quarter ended March 31, 2012. It also announced that its basic after-tax earnings per share (“EPS”) was NT$2.91 for the first quarter.

Quarter-over-quarter, in NT dollars, first quarter revenue decreased 9.0% and net income decreased 7.5%. Compared to the same period of 2011, first quarter results represented an 8.7% increase in revenue and a 7.5% increase in net income.

In US dollars, first quarter revenue decreased 7.5% from last quarter while increased 7.2% from the same period of 2011; first quarter net income decreased 5.9% quarter-over-quarter while increased 6.1% year-over-year.

Based on current business outlook, management expects overall performance for second quarter of 2012 to be as follows:

‧ As all of our sales and most of our COGS are quoted in US dollars, all comparisons below are based on US dollar terms

‧ Considering impact of seasonality, revenue is expected to bebetween US$300 million and US$318 million, representing a growth of 0% to 6% compared to 1Q2012 and similar quarter-over-quarter growth rate to the same period last year

‧ Gross margin is expected to be between 40% and 42%

‧ Operating expenses as a percentage of revenue is expected to be between 23% and 25%

Figures for first quarter of 2012 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for April 2012 were approximately NT$3,101 million (US$105 million), while consolidated net sales for March 2012 were approximately NT$3,416 million (US$116 million) and for April 2011 were NT$2,831 million (US$97 million).

In US dollars, April 2012 consolidated net sales represented a decrease of 9.1% over March 2012 and an increase of 8.4% over April 2011. In NT dollars, April 2012 consolidated net sales decreased 9.2% month-over-month while increased 9.5% compared to the same period in 2011.

Figures above for 2012 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor will webcast 2012 first quarter result conference at 2pm, May 8, 2012.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for March 2012 were approximately NT$3,416 million (US$116 million), while consolidated net sales for February 2012 were approximately NT$2,910 million (US$98 million) and for March 2011 were NT$3,201 million (US$108 million).

In US dollars, March 2012 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 17.5% over February 2012 and an increase of 6.7% over March 2011. In NT dollars, March 2012 consolidated net sales increased 17.4% month-over-month and also increased 6.7% compared to the same period in 2011.

MStar also announced that its consolidated net sales for first quarter 2012 totaled NT$8,916 million (US$300 million), while consolidated net sales for fourth quarter 2011 were NT$9,801 million (US$325 million) and for first quarter 2011 were NT$8,207 million (US$280 million).

In US dollars, first quarter 2012 consolidated net sales represented a decrease of 7.5% over fourth quarter 2011 and an increase of 7.2% over first quarter 2011. In NT dollars, first quarter 2012 consolidated net sales decreased 9.0% quarter-over-quarter while increased 8.6% compared to the same period in 2011.

Figures above for 2012 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. Board of Directors today adopted a proposal recommending distribution of a NT$9 cash dividend per common share. The proposal will be discussed and decided at the annual shareholders’ meeting scheduled for June 15, 2012.

The Board of Directors also approved distribution of employees’ profit sharing totaling approximately NT$1,556 million, which includes cash bonus of NT$1,037 million and stock bonus of NT$519 million.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for February 2012 were approximately NT$2,910 million (US$98 million), while consolidated net sales for January 2012 were approximately NT$2,591 million (US$86 million) and for February 2011 were NT$2,375 million (US$82 million).

In US dollars, February 2012 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 14.3% over January 2012 and an increase of 20.8% over February 2011. In NT dollars, February 2012 consolidated net sales increased 12.3% month-over-month and increased 22.5% compared to the same period in 2011.

Figures above for 2012 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor today announced consolidated revenue of NT$9.80 billion (US$325 million), net income of NT$1.66 billion (US$55 million), basic earnings per share (“EPS”) of NT$3.14 for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2011.

Year-over-year, in NT dollars, fourth quarter revenue increased 20.6% and net income increased 6.0%. Compared to third quarter of 2011, fourth quarter results represented a 5.1% increase in revenue and a 2.8% increase in net income. In US dollars, fourth quarter revenue grew 21.6% from the same period of 2010 and increased 1.4% compared to third quarter 2011; fourth quarter net income increased 6.7% year-over-year while decreased 0.9% compared to third quarter 2011.

It also announced consolidated revenue of NT$35.69 billion (US$1,214 million), net income of NT$6.22 billion (US$212 million), basic EPS of NT$11.76 for the year ended December 31, 2011.

Compared to the year ended December 31, 2010, in NT dollars, 2011 full year results represented a 6.2% increase in revenue and a 4.8% decrease in net income. In US dollars, 2011 full year revenue grew 13.9% and net income increased 2.1% from 2010, respectively.

Gross margin for the year was 42.0%, operating margin was 18.1%, and net margin was 17.4%.

Based on current business outlook, management expects overall performance for first quarter of 2012 to be as follows:
· Considering our sales orders are all quoted in US dollars, revenue is expected to be between US$282 million and US$298 million, representing a growth of -13% to -8% compared to fourth quarter of 2011;
· Gross margin is expected to be between 40% and 42%;
· Operating expenses as a percentage of revenue is expected to be between 24% and 26%.

2011 figures have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for January 2012 were approximately NT$2,591 million (US$86 million), while consolidated net sales for December 2011 were approximately NT$3,181 million (US$105 million) and for January 2011 were NT$2,631 million (US$90 million).

In US dollars, January 2012 consolidated net sales represented a decrease of 18.1% over December 2011 and a decrease of 4.3% over January 2011. In NT dollars, January 2012 consolidated net sales decreased 18.5% month-over-month and decreased 1.5% compared to the same period in 2011.

Figures above for January 2012 and December 2011 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor will webcast 2011 fourth quarter result conference at 2pm, February 9, 2012.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for December 2011 were approximately NT$3,181 million (US$105 million), while consolidated net sales for November 2011 were approximately NT$3,245 million (US$107 million) and for December 2010 were NT$2,165 million (US$73 million).

In US dollars, December 2011 consolidated net sales represented a decrease of 2.2% over November 2011 and an increase of 44.6% over December 2010. In NT dollars, December 2011 consolidated net sales decreased 2.0% month-over-month while increased 46.9% compared to the same period in 2010.

It also announced that its consolidated net sales for fourth quarter 2011 totaled NT$9,819 million (US$325 million), while consolidated net sales for third quarter 2011 were NT$9,327 million (US$320 million) and for fourth quarter 2010 were NT$8,128 million (US$267 million).

In US dollars, fourth quarter 2011 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 1.4% over third quarter 2011 and an increase of 21.6% over fourth quarter 2010. In NT dollars, fourth quarter 2011 consolidated net sales increased 5.3% quarter-over-quarter and increased 20.8% compared to the same period in 2010.

Figures above for 2011 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for November 2011 were approximately NT$3,245 million (US$107 million), while consolidated net sales for October 2011 were NT$3,394 million (US$112 million) and for November 2010 were NT$3,047 million (US$100 million).

In US dollars, November 2011 consolidated net sales represented a decrease of 4.1% over October 2011 and an increase of 7.0% over November 2010. In NT dollars, November 2011 consolidated net sales decreased 4.4% month-over-month while increased 6.5% compared to the same period in 2010.

Figures above for 2011 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor today announced consolidated revenue of NT$9.33 billion (US$320 million) and net income of NT$1.62 billion (US$56 million) for the third quarter ended September 30, 2011. It also announced that its basic after-tax earnings per share (“EPS”) was NT$3.06 after taking stock dividend distribution into consideration for the third quarter.

Quarter-over-quarter, in NT dollars, third quarter revenue increased 11.7% and net income increased 7.2%. Compared to the same period of 2010, third quarter results represented a 0.9% decrease in revenue and 5.4% decrease in net income.

In US dollars, third quarter revenue grew 10.5% from last quarter and 8.0% from the same period of 2010; third quarter net income increased 7.3% quarter-over-quarter and 3.1% year-over-year.

Based on current business outlook, management expects overall performance for fourth quarter of 2011 to be as follows:
· As all of our sales and most of our COGS are quoted in US dollars, all comparisons below are based on US dollar terms
· Revenue is expected to be between US$311 million and US$329 million, representing a growth of -3% to 3% compared to last quarter
· Gross margin is expected to be between 40% and 42%
· Operating expenses as a percentage of revenue is expected to be between 23% and 25%

Figures for third quarter of 2011 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for October 2011 were approximately NT$3,394 million (US$112 million), while consolidated net sales for September 2011 were NT$3,485 million (US$118 million) and for October 2010 were NT$2,915 million (US$94 million).

In US dollars, October 2011 consolidated net sales represented a decrease of 5.0% over September 2011 and an increase of 19.2% over October 2010. In NT dollars, October 2011 consolidated net sales decreased 2.6% month-over-month while increased 16.4% compared to the same period in 2010.

Figures above for 2011 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor will hold 2011 third quarter result conference at 2:30pm, November 8, 2011 at Fubon National Conference Center (B2, No. 108, Section 1, Tun-Hwa South Road, Taipei).

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for September 2011 were approximately NT$3,498 million (US$118 million), while consolidated net sales for August 2011 were NT$3,154 million (US$109 million) and for September 2010 were NT$3,487 million (US$111 million).

In US dollars, September 2011 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 8.2% over August 2011 and also an increase of 6.2% over September 2010. In NT dollars, September 2011 consolidated net sales increased 10.9% month-over-month and increased 0.3% compared to the same period in 2010.

It also announced that its consolidated net sales for third quarter 2011 totaled NT$9,339 million (US$320 million), while consolidated net sales for second quarter 2011 were NT$8,351 million (US$289 million) and for third quarter 2010 were NT$9,414 million (US$296 million).

In US dollars, third quarter 2011 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 10.5% over second quarter 2011 and an increase of 8.0% over third quarter 2010. In NT dollars, third quarter 2011 consolidated net sales increased 11.8% quarter-over-quarter while decreased 0.8% compared to the same period in 2010.

Figures above for third quarter 2011 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for August 2011 were approximately NT$3,154 million (US$109 million), while consolidated net sales for July 2011 were NT$2,687 million (US$93 million) and for August 2010 were NT$3,204 million (US$100 million).

In US dollars, August 2011 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 16.8% over July 2011 and an increase of 8.5% over August 2010. In NT dollars, August 2011 consolidated net sales increased 17.4% month-over-month while slightly decreased 1.5% compared to the same period in 2010.

Figures above for 2011 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor today announced that both distribution date of 2011 stock dividends and payment date of 2011 cash dividends are set on August 31, 2011. Number of total outstanding shares post stock dividends distribution will become 529,407,676.

MStar Semiconductor today announced consolidated revenue of NT$8.35 billion (US$289 million) and net income of NT$1.51 billion (US$52 million) for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011. It also announced that its basic after-tax earnings per share (“EPS”) before stock dividend distribution was NT$3.15 while its basic after-tax EPS was NT$2.86 after taking stock dividend distribution into consideration for the second quarter.

Quarter-over-quarter, in NT dollars, second quarter revenue increased 1.8% and net income increased 5.4%. Compared to the same period of 2010, second quarter results represented an 8.9% increase in revenue and 3.5% increase in net income.

In US dollars, second quarter revenue grew 3.2% from last quarter and 20.1% from the same period of 2010; second quarter net income increased 6.8% quarter-over-quarter and 8.9% year-over-year.

Based on current business outlook, management expects overall performance for third quarter of 2011 to be as follows:

• As all of our sales and most of our COGS are quoted in US dollars, all comparisons below are based on US dollar terms
• Revenue is expected to be between US$303 million and US$318 million, representing a growth of 5% to 10% compared to last quarter
• Gross margin is expected to be between 40% and 42%
• Operating expenses as a percentage of revenue is expected to be between 23% and 25%

2011 figures have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for July 2011 were approximately NT$2,687 million (US$93 million), while consolidated net sales for June 2011 were NT$2,674 million (US$93 million) and for July 2010 were NT$2,723 million (US$85 million).

In US dollars, July 2011 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 0.5% over June 2011 and an increase of 9.9% over July 2010. In NT dollars, July 2011 consolidated net sales increased 0.5% month-over-month while slightly decreased 1.3% compared to the same period in 2010.

Figures above for 2011 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor today announced that since last announcement it has purchased more than NT$300 million of its common shares again for its share buy-back program and also the expiration of the program. It had bought back 6,000,000 shares during the execution period at a cost of NT$1,042 million.

MStar Semiconductor will hold 2011 second quarter result conference at 2:30pm, August 9, 2011 at SinoPac FHC Chunglun Building (3F, No. 306, Bade Rd., Sec. 2, Taipei)

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for June 2011 were approximately NT$2,674 million (US$93 million), while consolidated net sales for May 2011 were NT$2,846 million (US$99 million) and for June 2010 were NT$2,497 million (US$77 million).

In US dollars, June 2011 consolidated net sales represented a decrease of 6.4% over May 2011 and an increase of 20.8% over June 2010. In NT dollars, June 2011 consolidated net sales decreased 6.0% month-over-month while increased 7.1% compared to the same period in 2010.

It also announced that its consolidated net sales for second quarter 2011 totaled NT$8,351 million (US$289 million), while consolidated net sales for first quarter 2011 were NT$8,207 million (US$280 million) and for second quarter 2010 were NT$7,666 million (US$241 million).

In US dollars, second quarter 2011 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 3.2% over first quarter 2011 and an increase of 20.1% over second quarter 2010. In NT dollars, second quarter 2011 consolidated net sales increased 1.8% quarter-over-quarter and increased 8.9% compared to the same period in 2010.

Figures above for 2011 have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that the ex-dividend date for its common shares shall be July 21, 2011. Due to the decrease of the actual number of total outstanding shares on the record date for the distribution as a result of execution of share buy-back program, the dividend for each common share is adjusted to NT$10.08 cash dividend and NT$1.0089 stock dividend. The above-mentioned dividend is calculated based on the dividend distribution, as approved by the Company’s shareholders meeting on June 10, 2011, and the actual number of total outstanding shares on the record date for the distribution.

MStar Semiconductor today announced that since last announcement it has purchased more than NT$300 million of its common shares again for its share buy-back program. Number of shares bought back as of today totaled to 3,857,000 shares.

MStar Semiconductor today announced that it has purchased more than NT$300 million of its common shares for its share buy-back program. Number of shares bought back as of today totaled to 1,996,000 shares.

MStar Semiconductor Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for May 2011 were approximately NT$2,846 million (US$99 million), while consolidated net sales for April 2011 were NT$2,831 million (US$97 million) and for May 2010 were NT$2,514 million (US$80 million).

In US dollars, May 2011 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 2.2% over April 2011, and an increase of 24.3% over May 2010. In NT dollars, May 2011 consolidated net sales increased 0.5% month-over-month and increased 13.2% compared to the same period in 2010.

Figures above have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. today announced that Board of Directors passed a resolution to resume share buy-back plan. It plans to buy back up to 6,000,000 shares at a price of no more than NT$300 per share.

MStar Semiconductor today announced consolidated revenue of NT$8.21 billion (US$280 million), net income of NT$1.43 billion (US$49 million), basic after-tax earnings per share (“EPS”) of NT$2.97 for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011.

Quarter-over-quarter, in NT dollars, first quarter revenue increased 1.0% while net income decreased 8.8%. Compared to the same period of 2010, first quarter results represented a 2.1% decrease in revenue and 20.4% decrease in net income.

In US dollars, first quarter revenue grew 4.9% from last quarter and 6.7% from the same period of 2010; first quarter net income decreased 5.3% quarter-over-quarter and 13.2% year-over-year.

Based on current business outlook, management expects overall performance for second quarter of 2011 to be as follows:

• As our sales and most of our COGS are all quoted in US dollars, all comparisons below are based on US dollar terms
• Revenue is expected to be between US$280 million and US$297 million, representing a growth of 0% to 6% compared to last quarter
• Gross margin is expected to be between 40% and 42%
• Operating expenses as a percentage of revenue is expected to be between 23% and 25%.

2011 figures have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for April 2011 were approximately NT$2,831 million (US$97 million), while consolidated net sales for March 2011 were NT$3,201 million (US$108 million) and for April 2010 were NT$2,655 million (US$84 million).

In US dollars, April 2011 consolidated net sales represented a decrease of 10.5% over March 2011 and an increase of 15.5% over April 2010. In NT dollars, April 2011 consolidated net sales decreased 11.6% month-over-month while increased 6.6% compared to the same period in 2010.

Figures above have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor will hold 2011 first quarter result conference at 2:30pm, May 10, 2011 at Fubon National Conference Center (B2, No. 108, Section 1, Tun-Hwa South Road, Taipei).

MStar Semiconductor Inc. Board of Directors today adopted a proposal recommending distribution of a NT$10 cash dividend and NT$1 stock dividend per common share. The proposal will be discussed and decided at the annual shareholders’ meeting scheduled for June 10, 2011.

The Board of Directors also approved distribution of employees’ profit sharing totaling approximately NT$1,634 million, which includes cash bonus of NT$408 million and stock bonus of NT$1,226 million.

MStar Semiconductor Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for March 2011 were approximately NT$3,198 million (US$108 million), while consolidated net sales for February 2011 were NT$2,375 million (US$82 million) and for March 2010 were NT$3,193 million (US$100 million).

In US dollars, March 2011 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 33.0% over February 2011 and an increase of 8.3% over March 2010. In NT dollars, March 2011 consolidated net sales increased 34.7% month-over-month and 0.2% compared to the same period in 2010.

It also announced that its consolidated net sales for first quarter 2011 totaled NT$8,204 million (US$280 million), while consolidated net sales for fourth quarter 2010 were NT$8,196 million (US$268 million) and for first quarter 2010 were NT$8,375 million (US$262 million).

In US dollars, first quarter 2011 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 4.3% over fourth quarter 2010 and an increase of 6.8% over first quarter 2010. In NT dollars, first quarter 2011 consolidated net sales increased 0.1% quarter-over-quarter while decreased 2.0% compared to the same period in 2010.

MStar Semiconductor today announced the expiration of its share buy-back program and reported the execution results. It had bought back 4,003,000 shares during the execution period at a cost of NT$961 million.

MStar Semiconductor today announced that since last announcement it has purchased more than NT$300 million of its common shares again for its share buy-back program. Total number of shares bought back as of today totaled to 3,147,000 shares.

The March 11, 2011 earthquake in Japan had no significant financial or operational impact to MStar Semiconductor as of now. We will continuously monitor the situation closely and take proper measures if needed.

MStar Semiconductor Inc. today announced that its consolidated net sales for February 2011 were approximately NT$2,375 million (US$82 million), while consolidated net sales for January 2011 were NT$2,631 million (US$90 million) and for February 2010 were NT$2,518 million (US$79 million).

In US dollars, February 2011 consolidated net sales represented a decrease of 9.48% over January 2011 and an increase of 3.59% over February 2010. In NT dollars, February 2011 consolidated net sales decreased 9.71% month-over-month and 5.66% compared to the same period in 2010.

MStar Semiconductor Inc. today announced its board resolution to hold 2010 annual general meeting at 9am, June 10, 2011 at No. 26, Taiyuan Street, Chupei, Hsinchu. Book closure period for annual general meeting starts from April 12, 2011 to June 10, 2011.

MStar Semiconductor today announced consolidated revenue of NT$8.20 billion (US$268 million), net income of NT$1.56 billion (US$51 million), basic earnings per share (“EPS”) of NT$3.50 for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2010.

Year-over-year, fourth quarter revenue increased 11.1% while net income increased 64.2%. Compared to third quarter of 2010, fourth quarter results represented a 12.9% decrease in revenue and 9.0% decrease in net income. In US dollars, fourth quarter revenue grew 17.5% from the same period of 2009 while decreased 9.0% compared to third quarter 2010; fourth quarter net income increased 72.0% year-over-year while decreased 5.3% compared to third quarter 2010.

It also announced consolidated revenue of NT$33.66 billion (US$1,067 million), net income of NT$6.52 billion (US$207 million), basic earnings per share of NT$14.69 for the year ended December 31, 2010.

Compared to the year ended December 31, 2009, 2010 full year results represented a 21.5% increase in revenue and 35.5% increase in net income. In US dollars, 2010 full year revenue grew 26.9% and net income increased 41.7% from 2009, respectively.

Gross margin for the year was 42.2%, operating margin was 21.0%, and net margin was 19.4%.

Based on current business outlook, management expects overall performance for first quarter of 2011 to be as follows:
‧ Considering our sales orders are all quoted in US dollars, revenue is expected to be between US$268 million and US$284 million, representing a growth of 0% to 6% compared to fourth quarter of 2010;
‧ Gross margin is expected to be between 41% and 43%;
‧ Operating expenses as a percentage of revenue is expected to be between 22% and 24%.

2010 figures have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor today announced that its consolidated net sales for January 2011 were approximately NT$2,631 million (US$90 million), while consolidated net sales for December 2010 were NT$2,236 million (US$74 million) and for January 2010 were NT$2,665 million (US$83 million).

In US dollars, January 2011 consolidated net sales represented an increase of 21.57% over December 2010, and an increase of 7.91% over January 2010.

In NT dollars, January 2011 consolidated net sales increased 17.66% month-over-month while it decreased 1.28% compared to the same period in 2010.

All the figures above have not been audited or reviewed.

MStar Semiconductor today announced that it has bought more than NT$300 million of its common shares for its share buy-back plan.

MStar Semiconductor will hold 2010 fourth quarter result conference at 2pm, February 14, 2011 at Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel, Taipei.

MStar Semiconductor today announced that Board of Directors approved a share buy-back plan to buy back up to 10,000,000 shares within a price range of NT$200 to NT$300 per share. The proposed period for buy-back execution will begin from January 24, 2011 to March 18, 2011, and the proposed number of shares to be bought back approximately accounts for 2.06% of current total outstanding shares.

MStar Semiconductor today announced that its consolidated net sales for December 2010 were approximately NT$2.24 billion (US$74 million), an increase of 17.29% over December 2009, which were NT$ 1.91 billion (US$59 million).

Consolidated net sales for fourth quarter 2010 totaled NT$8.20 billion (US$268 million), an increase of 11.11% over fourth quarter 2009, which totaled NT$7.38 billion (US$228 million).

Full-year consolidated net sales for 2010 totaled NT$33.66 billion (US$1.07 billion), representing a growth of 21.48% than full-year 2009, which were NT$27.71 billion (US$841million).

This is the first year ever that consolidated net sales of MStar Semiconductor exceeded US$1 billion since its inception.

2010 figures have not been audited or reviewed.