April 24 (Reuters) - STMicroelectronics STMPA.PA reported first-quarter earnings in line with expectations on Thursday, calling it the bottom point for the year, as it sees a better second quarter.

One of Europe's largest chipmakers posted revenue of $2.52 billion for the first quarter, in line with its own forecast of $2.51 billion. Analysts were expecting a similar number according to LSEG.

It expects revenue to reach $2.71 billion in the second quarter of 2025, versus analysts' expectations of $2.62 billion.