Knowles Delivers Strong Q4 and Full-Year 2025 Results

Company highlights strength across end markets and growing backlog supported by bookings above shipments

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Knowles (NYSE:KN) executives said the company delivered fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results above its outlook as the business continued its shift following a portfolio transformation completed at the end of 2024. Management highlighted strength across end markets, improved demand visibility as channel inventories normalized, and a growing backlog supported by bookings above shipments.

Why it matters

Knowles' strong performance in Q4 2025 and for the full year demonstrates the company's successful transformation and ability to capitalize on growing demand across key end markets like defense, medical, industrial, and energy. The company's robust backlog and order activity suggest continued revenue, earnings, and cash flow growth in 2026 and beyond.

The details

In the fourth quarter, Knowles reported revenue of $162 million, up 14% year-over-year, and non-GAAP EPS of $0.36, up 33% from the prior year. The company saw strength in its Precision Devices segment, with revenue up 23% year-over-year, as well as steady performance in MedTech & Specialty Audio. Full-year 2025 revenue grew 7% to $593 million, and non-GAAP EPS increased 21% to $1.11.

  • Knowles completed a portfolio transformation at the end of 2024.
  • For the fourth quarter of 2025, Knowles reported results above its outlook.
  • For the full year 2025, Knowles reported revenue of $593 million, up 7% year-over-year, and non-GAAP EPS of $1.11, up 21%.

The players

Knowles Corporation

A leading developer and manufacturer of advanced micro-acoustic, audio processing, and precision device solutions. The company's product portfolio includes MEMS microphones, balanced armature receivers, acoustic filters, and custom audio processing integrated circuits.

Jeffrey Niew

President and CEO of Knowles.

John Anderson

Senior Vice President and CFO of Knowles.

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