Applied Materials (AMAT) shares tumbled 5.61% in pre-market trading on Friday, following the release of its second-quarter financial results. The semiconductor equipment maker reported earnings that beat expectations but fell short on revenue, raising concerns about the impact of export controls and trade tensions with China.

The company reported adjusted earnings per share of $2.39, surpassing the analyst consensus of $2.31. However, Applied Materials' revenue of $7.10 billion missed the expected $7.13 billion. The semiconductor systems segment, which is the largest contributor to the company's total revenue, underperformed with sales of $5.26 billion, below analysts' estimates of $5.32 billion. Investors were particularly concerned about the company's exposure to China, which has been a significant market for Applied Materials. Revenue from China accounted for about 25% of total sales during the second quarter, down from 43% a year earlier, highlighting the impact of ongoing trade tensions and U.S. export restrictions on semiconductor equipment to China.

Looking ahead, Applied Materials provided guidance for the third quarter, forecasting revenue of $7.20 billion (plus or minus $500 million), which is slightly above the analyst consensus of $7.19 billion. However, this outlook was not enough to offset concerns about the company's ability to navigate the complex geopolitical landscape and maintain growth in the face of export controls. Despite these challenges, CFO Brice Hill stated, "Despite the dynamic economic and trade environment, we have not seen significant changes to customer demand," indicating that the company remains cautiously optimistic about its future prospects.