STMicroelectronics said it was too early to give a guidance for the full year 2025 after it warned on Thursday that sales would fall further in the first quarter, as the downturn seen in its key markets drags on into the new year.

In terms of operating expenses (selling, general, and administrative expenses, and research and development), STMicroelectronics expects annual cost savings in the range of $300M to 360M, exiting 2027, compared to the cost base of 2024.

Investing.com -- STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM ) (EPA: STMPA) on Thursday warned of an even weaker first quarter in 2025, signaling continued challenges in the semiconductor market as the industry struggles with soft demand and excess inventory.

STMicroelectronics , one of Europe's largest chipmakers, said on Thursday it expected sales to fall further in the first quarter of 2025, as the downturn seen in its key markets drags on into the new year.