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Exhibit 99.3
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6 Q2 FY22Letter to ShareholdersNovember 1, 2021
2 November 1, 2021 Dear Shareholders,Cirrus Logic delivered record revenue and EPS for the September
quarter, driven in large part by sales of components ahead of customers’ new smartphone launches. Q2 FY22 revenue was $465.9 million, up 34 percent year on year, and GAAP and non-GAAP earnings per share were $1.43 and $1.82 respectively.
During the quarter we made significant progress in executing the company’s strategy to diversify beyond audio products. We increased the attach rate of our camera controllers, benefited from the addition of revenue from our recently-acquired
fast-charging solutions, and brought our new power conversion and control IC to market, representing the first product of a multi-year investment to expand our content into the power domain. These achievements accelerated revenue growth in
our high-performance mixed-signal product line, which contributed to 30% of total revenue in 1H FY22, up 117% compared to 1H FY21. When combined with our continued leadership in smartphone audio and the momentum we are seeing for our audio
products with leading laptop OEMs, we believe we are well-placed to continue both our revenue growth and increased diversification as we go forward.Today the company also announced that Thurman Case is planning to retire from his position as
CFO. Thurman will remain in his role and will work to help ensure a seamless transition following a comprehensive search to identify his successor. We want to take this opportunity to thank Thurman for his outstanding dedication and
commitment to Cirrus Logic over the past 21 years. We greatly appreciate his many contributions to our company’s growth and his development of a world-class finance organization during his nearly 14-year tenure as CFO. *Complete GAAP to
Non-GAAP reconciliations available on page 13$ millions, except EPS Figure A: Cirrus Logic Q2 FY22 Q2 FY22 Letter to Shareholders
3 Revenue and Gross MarginsRevenue for the September quarter was $465.9 million, up 68 percent
sequentially and up 34 percent year over year. The growth in revenue on a sequential basis reflects a seasonal increase and content gains in smartphones ahead of new product introductions. The year-over-year increase was driven by
high-performance mixed-signal content gains, higher volumes in smartphones and an increase in audio components shipping in laptops. This was partially offset by the previously noted headwinds in wired headset codecs. In addition, sequential
and year-over-year growth includes a partial quarter of revenue contribution from the Lion Semiconductor acquisition. In Q2 FY22, revenue derived from our audio and high-performance mixed-signal product lines represented 65 percent and 35
percent of total revenue, respectively. One customer contributed 80 percent of total revenue during the quarter. Our relationship with our largest customer remains outstanding, with design activity continuing across a wider range of products
than any time in our past. While we understand there is intense interest in this customer, in accordance with our policy, we do not discuss specifics about our business relationship. Q2 FY22 Letter to Shareholders Figure B: Cirrus Logic
Revenue (M) Q3 FY20 to Q3 FY22 *Midpoint of guidance as of November 1, 2021 In the December quarter, we expect revenue to range from $490 million to $530 million, up nine percent sequentially and up five percent year over year at the
midpoint. The expected increase in revenue from the prior periods reflects anticipated shipments of certain components into smartphones as new product launches continue to ramp in the back half of the calendar year. On a
4 year-over-year basis, the projected increase in sales is driven by content gains in our
high-performance mixed-signal product line and contribution from the Lion Semiconductor acquisition, partially offset by lower volumes due to the timing of product ramps. GAAP gross margin in the September quarter was 50.5
percent, compared to 50.5 percent in Q1 FY22 and 51.9 percent in Q2 FY21. GAAP gross margin includes amortization of the fair value adjustment of inventory associated with the Lion Semiconductor acquisition. Non-GAAP gross margin in the
quarter was 51.3 percent, compared to 50.6 percent in Q1 FY22 and 51.9 percent in Q2 FY21. On a sequential basis, gross margin reflects a slightly favorable product mix and supply chain efficiencies, partially offset by higher reserves versus
the prior quarter. The year-over-year decline is primarily driven by higher supply chain operating costs associated with product ramps and higher reserves. In the December quarter, gross margin is expected to range from 50 percent to 52
percent. As we noted last quarter, while continued supply constraints and increased costs will likely take us slightly below our long-term gross margin model of 50 percent during FY23, the team remains focused on working closely with our
customers and supply chain partners to minimize impacts to our gross margin and overall business. Q2 FY22 Letter to Shareholders Figure C: High-Performance Mixed-Signal Revenue Contribution High-performance mixed-signal solutions include
camera controllers, haptics and sensing, fast-charging and power ICs Operating Profit, Earnings and CashOperating profit for Q2 FY22 was approximately 20.4 percent on a GAAP basis and 26.8 percent on a non-GAAP basis. GAAP operating expense
was $140.2 million, up $19.4 million sequentially and $24.2 million year over year. GAAP operating expense included $16.3 million in stock-based compensation, $7.0 million in amortization of acquisition intangibles and $2.4 million in
acquisition-related costs. The $4.0 million sequential increase in amortization of acquisition intangibles is associated with the Lion Semiconductor acquisition. Non-GAAP operating expense was $114.5 million, up $11.4 million sequentially and
$16.8 million year over year. The primary drivers of the changes in GAAP and non-GAAP operating expense are detailed below in order of significance in Figure D. These reflect, to some extent, our strategic emphasis on growing the
high-performance mixed-signal product line, particularly our power-related investments.
5 GAAP R&D and SG&A expenses for Q3 FY22 are expected to range from $141
million to $147 million, including roughly $19 million in stock-based compensation, $9 million in amortization of acquired intangibles and $3 million in acquisition-related costs. In addition, the forecasted operating expense reflects lower
recruiting and variable compensation, which is being partially offset by higher employee-related expenses. Looking forward, as revenue grows, we envisage increasing R&D investment in our strategic initiatives, both through reallocation of
internal resources and additional recruitment, while continuing to gain increased leverage from our SG&A expense. The company’s total headcount exiting Q2 was 1,592. Figure D: Primary Drivers of Operating Expenses *Excluded from
non-GAAP operating expense Q2 FY22 Letter to Shareholders
6 GAAP earnings per share for the September quarter was $1.43, compared to $0.29 the prior quarter and
$0.99 in Q2 FY21. Non-GAAP earnings per share for the September quarter was $1.82, versus $0.54 in Q1 FY22 and $1.26 in Q2 FY21.Our ending cash and cash equivalents balance in the September quarter was $462.6 million, down from $757.3 million
the prior quarter, as a portion of our cash was utilized to finance the acquisition of Lion Semiconductor. The company’s cash and cash equivalents balance for the December quarter is expected to reflect $255 million in payments associated
with a Capacity Reservation and Wafer Supply Commitment Agreement with GlobalFoundries. This includes the previously announced $225 million in capacity commitments and an additional $30 million associated with a technology option that was
exercised in the second quarter of fiscal year 2022. Cash from operations for the quarter was approximately $29.2 million. In Q2 we utilized $40.0 million to repurchase 504,607 shares at an average price of $79.28. As of September 25, 2021,
the company has $307.5 million remaining in its current share repurchase authorization. We expect to continue our strong cash flow generation through the remainder of FY22 and will evaluate potential uses of this cash, including acquisitions
and the repurchase of shares on an opportunistic basis. Taxes and Inventory For the September quarter, we realized GAAP tax expense of $12.0 million on GAAP pre-tax income of $97.1 million, resulting in an effective tax rate of 12.4 percent.
Non-GAAP tax expense for the quarter was $18.0 million on non-GAAP pre-tax income of $126.5 million, resulting in an effective Figure E: GAAP R&D and SG&A Expenses (M)/Headcount Q3 FY20 to Q3 FY22 *Reflects midpoint of combined
R&D and SG&A guidance as of November 1, 2021 Q2 FY22 Letter to Shareholders
7 tax rate of 14.3 percent. Non-GAAP tax expense for the quarter includes the effect of higher
non-GAAP income in various jurisdictions. We expect the worldwide non-GAAP effective tax rate to be approximately 13 percent to 15 percent for FY22. Q2 inventory was $188.4 million, down from $192.7 million in Q1 FY22. In Q3 FY22, we expect a
meaningful decrease in inventory from the prior quarter as we continue to fulfill ongoing demand for certain high-volume products. Company Strategy In the September quarter, we achieved major milestones in the execution of our strategy to
drive growth in high-performance mixed-signal products. These included the integration of fast-charging products into our general market portfolio following the completion of our acquisition of Lion Semiconductor and ramping shipments of a
new power device alongside our audio, haptic and camera solutions. These accomplishments reflect our commitment to a three-pronged strategy for business growth: first, strengthening our leadership position in smartphone audio; second,
broadening sales of audio components in applications beyond smartphones; and third, applying our mixed-signal engineering expertise to develop solutions in new, adjacent high-performance mixed-signal solutions. During the quarter, shipments
of boosted amplifiers and smart codecs ramped with multiple customers in flagship and mid-tier smartphones, again raising the bar in high-quality audio for upper-tier mobile devices. Sales of these components also continued to gain traction
outside smartphones, with numerous product introductions in laptops and tablets during the quarter. Notably, momentum with leading laptop OEMs remained strong and we expect to see a pipeline of new products incorporating our technology come
to market over the next year. Our revenue growth in the laptop space has accelerated ahead of our strategic objectives, due in part to opportunities presented by supply chain disruptions and the significant uptick in demand seen in this
market during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, we believe underlying secular factors are also expanding our content opportunity, in particular: a growing preference for high-quality video and audio; an evolution towards technologies that
facilitate thinner devices, such as haptic trackpads and micro-speakers requiring higher-voltage drivers; and an architectural evolution away from HDA-connected devices towards multiple Soundwire®-connected boosted amplifiers. Looking ahead,
we are investing in next-generation audio technologies, such as higher-voltage capabilities and 22-nanometer process node design, which we believe will strengthen our leadership and competitive advantage in audio in the years to come. We made
significant progress toward further product diversification and revenue growth in the high-performance mixed-signal category over the past quarter. Shipments of our camera controller ramped ahead of a new product launch and we were delighted
to see that our technology remains Q2 FY22 Letter to Shareholders
8 an important differentiator for this generation of devices. With a robust roadmap of next-generation
components that offer further feature and performance enhancements, our team is focused on driving innovation and creating additional value in camera controllers. Customer interest and design activity around our haptic driver and sensing
solutions were encouraging and while adoption in smartphones continues to grow, we are also excited about the opportunity to provide an immersive touch experience in other devices including laptops, AR/VR and wearables. We view power as our
largest growth opportunity within the high-performance mixed-signal category and are investing in new product development in this area. During the quarter, we commenced high-volume shipments of our first-generation power conversion and
control IC, which brings new technologies and system-level capabilities to smartphones. Additionally, we are encouraged by the customer engagement and design momentum around the innovative fast-charging products added to our portfolio with
the acquisition of Lion Semiconductor. There is significant interest in continued innovation for wired and wireless fast-charging and the company is focused on expanding and accelerating Lion’s roadmap. Longer-term, we believe these
battery-centric solutions and our power conversion and control IC technology are highly complementary and offer a unique opportunity to add value around battery health and performance. Finally, we are also excited to have recently welcomed
Raghib Hussain to the company’s board of directors. With a deep knowledge of the semiconductor industry, strong technical expertise and a track record of operational and strategic success, Mr. Hussain will be an outstanding addition to the
Cirrus Logic team as we look to drive continued financial growth through innovation in mixed-signal products. Q2 FY22 Letter to Shareholders Summary and GuidanceFor the December quarter we expect the following results:Revenue to range
between $490 million and $530 million; GAAP gross margin to be between 50 percent and 52 percent; and Combined GAAP R&D and SG&A expenses to range between $141 million and $147 million, including approximately $19 million in
stock-based compensation expense, $9 million in amortization of acquired intangibles and $3 million in acquisition-related costs. In summary, in the September quarter we ramped shipments for numerous new devices and executed on key strategic
initiatives that are expected to fuel growth opportunities in new product categories. With a rich portfolio of high-performance products and a roadmap that will strengthen our position as a leading supplier of innovative mixed-signal
solutions, we are excited by our opportunities for further product diversification and growth in the future.
9 Sincerely, John ForsythPresident & Chief Executive Officer Thurman CaseChief Financial
Officer Conference Call Q&A SessionCirrus Logic will host a live Q&A session at 5 p.m. EDT today to answer questions related to its financial results and business outlook. Participants may listen to the conference call on the Cirrus
Logic website. Participants who would like to submit a question to be addressed during the call are requested to email [email protected] replay of the webcast can be accessed on the Cirrus Logic website approximately two hours following
its completion, or by calling (416) 621-4642 or toll free at (800) 585-8367 (Access Code: 3476036). Use of Non-GAAP Financial InformationTo supplement Cirrus Logic's financial statements presented on a GAAP basis, Cirrus has provided
non-GAAP financial information, including non-GAAP net income, diluted earnings per share, operating income and profit, operating expenses, gross margin and profit, tax expense, tax expense impact on earnings per share, and effective tax
rate. A reconciliation of the adjustments to GAAP results is included in the tables below. We are also providing guidance on our non-GAAP expected effective tax rate. We are not able to provide guidance on our GAAP tax rate or a related
reconciliation without unreasonable efforts since our future GAAP tax rate depends on our future stock price and related stock-based compensation information that is not currently available.Non-GAAP financial information is not meant as a
substitute for GAAP results but is included because management believes such information is useful to our investors for informational and comparative purposes. In addition, certain non-GAAP financial information is used internally by
management to evaluate and manage the company. The non-GAAP financial information used by Q2 FY22 Letter to Shareholders
10 Cirrus Logic may differ from that used by other companies. These non-GAAP measures should be
considered in addition to, and not as a substitute for, the results prepared in accordance with GAAP. Safe Harbor Statement Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this shareholder letter contain
forward-looking statements, including statements about our long-term growth opportunities; our ability to grow revenue and diversify our product portfolio as we go forward; our ability to achieve our long-term gross margin model of 50
percent; our ability to work closely with our customers and supply chain partners to minimize impacts to our gross margin and overall business; our ability to increase R&D investment in our strategic initiatives, while continuing to gain
increased leverage from our SG&A expense; our expectations for new products incorporating our technology to come to market over the next year; our expectations around growing our content in laptops, AR/VR and wearables; our ability to
expand and accelerate Lion’s roadmap of fast-charging solutions; our ability to fuel growth opportunities in new product categories; our ability to strengthen our position as a leading supplier of high-performance mixed-signal solutions; our
expectation around product diversification and growth in the future; our ability to continue to generate strong cash flow generation through FY22; effective tax rate for the full fiscal year 2022; and our forecasts for the third quarter of
fiscal year 2022 revenue, profit, gross margin, combined research and development and selling, general and administrative expense levels, stock-based compensation expense, amortization of acquired intangibles and inventory levels. In some
cases, forward-looking statements are identified by words such as “emerge,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “foresee,” “target,” “project,” “believe,” “goals,” “opportunity,” “estimates,” “intend,” “will,” and variations of these types of words and
similar expressions. In addition, any statements that refer to our plans, expectations, strategies or other characterizations of future events or circumstances are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on our
current expectations, estimates and assumptions and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially and readers should not place undue reliance on such statements. These risks and
uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: the level and timing of orders and shipments during the third quarter of fiscal year 2022, customer cancellations of orders, or the failure to place orders consistent with
forecasts; changes with respect to our current expectations of future smartphone unit volumes; any delays in the timing and/or success of customers’ new product ramps; failure to win new designs or additional content as expected at Android
customers; the risks of doing business internationally, including increased import/export restrictions and controls (e.g., the effect of the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security of the U.S. Department of Commerce placing Huawei Technologies
Co., Ltd. and certain of its affiliates on the Bureau’s Entity List), imposition of trade protection measures (e.g., tariffs or taxes), security and health risks, possible disruptions in transportation networks, and other economic, social,
military and geo-political conditions in the countries in which we, our customers or our suppliers operate; recent increased industry-wide capacity constraints that may impact our ability to meet current customer demand, which could cause an
unanticipated decline in our sales and damage our existing customer relationships and our ability to establish new customer relationships; the potential for increased prices due to capacity constraints in our supply chain, which, if we are
unable to increase our selling price to our customers, could result in lower revenues and margins that could adversely affect our financial results; and the risk factors listed in our Form Q2 FY22 Letter to Shareholders
11 10-K for the year ended March 27, 2021 and in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, which are available at www.sec.gov. The foregoing information concerning our business outlook represents our outlook as of the date of this news release, and we expressly disclaim any obligation to update or revise any
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new developments or otherwise.Special Statement Concerning Risks Associated with the COVID-19 Pandemic and Our Forward-Looking DisclosuresWe face risks related to global health epidemics that
could impact our sales, supply chain and operations, resulting in significantly reduced revenue and adversely affecting operating results. On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared a pandemic related to a novel coronavirus,
commonly referred to as COVID-19. We continue to expect that COVID-19 will have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations and, with the pandemic ongoing, we are unable to predict the full extent and
nature of these impacts at this time. The COVID-19 pandemic will likely heighten or exacerbate many of the other risks described in the risk factors listed in our Form 10-K for the year ended March 27, 2021, and in our other filings with the
Securities and Exchange CommissionAlthough we have not experienced a significant reduction in our overall productivity during fiscal year 2022, we have experienced, and expect to continue to experience, disruptions to our business operations,
including those resulting from remote work arrangements for the majority of our employees, the implementation of certain measures at our facilities worldwide to protect our employees’ health and safety, government stay-at-home directives,
quarantines, self-isolations, travel restrictions, or other restrictions on the ability of our employees to perform their jobs that may impact our ability to develop and design our products in a timely manner, meet required milestones, or win
new business. Any increased or additional disruptions to our business operations would likely impact our ability to continue to maintain current levels of productivity. In the longer term, the COVID-19 pandemic is likely to continue to
adversely affect the economies and financial markets of many countries, leading to a global economic downturn and potentially a recession. This would likely adversely affect the demand environment for our products and those of our customers,
particularly consumer products such as smartphones, which may, in turn negatively affect our revenue and operating results. Cirrus Logic, Cirrus, and the Cirrus Logic logo are registered trademarks of Cirrus Logic, Inc. All other company or
product names noted herein may be trademarks of their respective holders. Q2 FY22 Letter to Shareholders Summary of Financial Data Below:
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