Lattice Semiconductor Raises Guidance for First Quarter 2010 on Robust Growth

HILLSBORO, OR, Mar 03, 2010 -- Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ: LSCC) today announced updated guidance for the first quarter ending April 3, 2010.

First quarter revenue is now expected to increase by approximately 21% to 25%, sequentially. This upward revision compares to previous guidance that first quarter revenue would be up 8% to 12%, sequentially. The revision is based on robust growth across all product lines and continued strength in the Company's order bookings throughout the quarter.
Gross margin percentage is expected to be approximately 55% to 57% of revenue, upwardly revised from our prior guidance of approximately 54% to 56%.
Total operating expenses are now expected to be approximately $30.0 million. The increase compared to prior guidance of $29.0 million is primarily due to costs related to the acceleration of certain R&D activities, and an increase in sales related expenses.
Lattice reiterates its expectation for continued profitability in the first quarter of 2010.

No conference call will be held in conjunction with this guidance update. Additional information related to the first quarter will be available when the Company reports its first quarter 2010 results.

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