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Applied Optoelectronics

Sugar Land, Texas, United States · Electronics, Hardware, Manufacturing · 3,400 employees

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AOI) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced optical products, including components, modules and equipment. AOI's products are the building blocks for broadband fiber access networks around the world, used in internet datacenter, CATV broadband, telecom and FTTH markets. AOI supplies optical networking lasers, components and equipment to tier-1 customers

Funding history

  • Series at the market offering — $250.0M — Feb 2026
  • Funding Round — $180.0M — Nov 2025

Recent signals

  • Apr 29, 2026: Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. Receives $20.8M Grant for Expansion in Sugar Land.
  • Feb 26, 2026: Raised $250.0M in Series at the market offering
  • Feb 26, 2026: SEC 8-K (1.01): On February 26, 2026, Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement with Raymond James & Associates, Inc. and Needham & Company, LLC, allowing for the issuance and sale of shares of common stock totaling up to $250 million. This transaction is classified as an 'at the market' offering, enabling the Company to take advantage of favorable market conditions. The Agreement stipulates that sales will occur through the Sales Agents upon delivery of a placement notice, allowing for flexibility in equity financing. This agreement signifies a strategic move to bolster capital for future investments or operations.
  • Nov 07, 2025: Raised $180.0M
  • Nov 07, 2025: SEC 8-K (1.01): On November 7, 2025, Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement with Raymond James & Associates, Inc. and Needham & Company, LLC. This agreement enables the company to issue and sell shares of its common stock, with an aggregate offering price of up to $180 million. Sales of the shares will occur 'at the market' through the Sales Agents, providing the company with financial flexibility. The terms of the agreement are governed by the provisions of Rule 415 of the Securities Act, allowing ongoing sales as market conditions permit.
  • Sep 29, 2025: Launched Applied Optoelectronics Inc. launched the 100G VCSEL-based 800G OSFP 2xSR4 multimode optical transceiver to enhance optical infrastructure for businesses.

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