ACM Research (ACMR) at October 1 2025: Surging Backlog, Index Inclusion and a Market Shake‑up—What’s Next for the Semiconductor Equipment Innovator?
October 1 2025 snapshot, updated: 3:00 PM EDT Latest News and Developments Surge in Backlog & Strong Demand On Sept 29 2025 ACM Research (Shanghai) announced that its backlog reached RMB 9.07 billion (US$1.27 billion), representing a 34.1 % increase from a year earlier nasdaq.com. Backlog comprises shipped tools that have not yet met revenue‑recognition criteria and orders scheduled for future delivery. The surge underscores continued strong demand from Chinese semiconductor fabs and suggests revenue visibility well into 2026. Capital Raise & Dilution In August 2025 ACM Research (Shanghai) completed a private offering of 38.6 million ordinary shares at ¥116.11 per share, raising net proceeds of ¥4.4 billion (~US$624 million) stocktitan.net. The