AuditorMay 8, 2026, 08:06 AM
Applied Optoelectronics Appoints PwC as New Auditor, Dismisses Grant Thornton
AI Summary
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. announced the dismissal of Grant Thornton LLP as its independent registered public accounting firm, effective May 4, 2026, following a competitive selection process. Concurrently, the company appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. Grant Thornton's prior reports had no adverse opinions, and there were no disagreements on accounting matters, with a previously identified material weakness having been remediated.
Key Highlights
- Applied Optoelectronics dismissed Grant Thornton LLP as its independent registered public accounting firm on May 4, 2026.
- Grant Thornton's reports for fiscal years 2025 and 2024 contained no adverse opinions or disclaimers.
- There were no disagreements with Grant Thornton on accounting principles or auditing scope.
- A previously disclosed material weakness in controls over technical accounting analysis was remediated by December 31, 2025.
- PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) was appointed as the new independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026.
- The company did not consult with PwC on accounting principles or audit opinions prior to their appointment.
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