Equity Financings and Buyback Programs

Proven Capital Markets Expertise in the Semiconductor Industry

With decades of experience in public company finance, Headgate Partners brings deep expertise in structuring and executing a wide range of capital markets transactions. The firm has advised on initial public offerings, follow-on equity raises, and debt refinancing initiatives, helping companies optimize their capital structure and align financing strategies with long-term growth objectives. From navigating market conditions to managing regulatory requirements and investor communications, Headgate Partners delivers end-to-end support with precision and foresight.

In addition to financing transactions, Headgate Partners has led the design and implementation of comprehensive share repurchase programs across multiple market cycles. These efforts include advising boards and management teams on buyback strategy, coordinating with legal and financial advisors, and ensuring effective execution and disclosure. With a strong grasp of market dynamics and stakeholder expectations, the firm helps clients return capital to shareholders in ways that enhance value and reinforce investor confidence.

Advisor on Numerous Financings and Buybacks

2026

Equity

nlight logo

$201,000,000

Deal Team & Syndicate Optimization for Follow-on Equity Offering

2024

Equity

ichor logo

$144,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2020

Equity

ichor logo

$146,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2018

Equity

ichor logo

$102,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2018

Equity

ichor logo

$95,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2016

Equity

ichor logo

$50,000,000

IPO

2009

Equity

kulicke soffa logo

$40,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2009

Equity

nanometrics logo

$34,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2008

Debt

credence logo

$30,000,000

Convertible Debt Refinancing

2005

Equity

Applied Photonics logo

$7,000,000

Private Placement

2005

Equity

IMT Logo

$17,000,000

Private Placement

2004

Equity

Chipmos logo

$38,500,000

IPO

2004

Equity

SMIC Logo

$1,800,000,000

IPO

2003

Equity

Tessera Logo

$112,125,000

IPO

2002

Equity

ChipPac logo

$105,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2002

Equity

Ibis Logo

$13,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2001

Equity

Rudolph Logo

$157,500,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2001

Debt

$10,000,000

Convertible Debt (Preferred Stock) Offering

2001

Equity

HPL Logo

$75,900,000

IPO

2000

Equity

Cree logo

$280,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2000

Equity

UMC Logo

$1,291,500,000

U.S. IPO

2000

Equity

ASE Logo

$276,000,000

U.S. IPO

2000

Equity

ASE Test Logo

$140,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2000

Equity

SPIL Logo

$255,000,000

IPO

2000

Equity

AXT Logo

$86,650,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2000

Equity

Brooks Logo

$284,050,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2000

Equity

Mattson Logo

$127,500,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2000

Equity

Emcore Logo

$75,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2000

Equity

nanometrics logo

$178,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2000

Equity

Photodynamics Logo

$110,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

2000

Equity

Chartered Logo

$575,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

1999

Equity

Chartered Logo

$1,010,000,000

IPO

1999

Equity

Ibis Logo

$27,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

1999

Equity

N&K Logo

$5,000,000

Private Placement

1999

Equity

Astex Logo

$24,200,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

1999

Equity

Veeco Logo

$185,900,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

1999

Equity

Hifn logo

$66,000,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

1997

Equity

Simsci Logo

$48,600,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

1997

Equity

Sequent Logo

$40,500,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

1997

Equity

accel graphics logo

$26,910,000

IPO

1996

Equity

SBS Logo

$46,125,000

Follow-on Equity Offering

1995

Equity

Smith Micron Logo

$40,800,000

IPO

1995

Equity

abacan resources logo

$36,562,500

Private Placement

1995

Equity

Film Roman Logo

$12,000,000

Private Placement

1994

Equity

The Sports Club Logo

$40,500,000

IPO