Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)

Currency in USD
496.26
+0.62(+0.13%)
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498.00+1.74(+0.35%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
487.47499.89
52 wk Range
154.47739.67
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
496.17
Open
489.58
Day's Range
487.47-499.89
52 wk Range
154.47-739.67
Volume
4.53M
Average Volume (3m)
9.53M
1-Year Change
210.473%
Book Value / Share
32.28
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
641.03
Upside
+29.17%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
22 analysts have revised their earnings upwards for the upcoming period

Applied Materials Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Sell

Analyst Ratings

32 Buy
7 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
39 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 641.03
(+29.17% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Morgan Stanley
Hold642.00+29.37%646.00MaintainAug 17, 2026
UBS
Buy675.00+36.02%705.00MaintainAug 17, 2026
Cantor Fitzgerald
Buy850.00+71.28%850.00MaintainAug 14, 2026
Bernstein SocGen Group
Buy700.00+41.06%675.00MaintainAug 14, 2026
JPMorgan
Buy660.00+32.99%515.00MaintainAug 14, 2026

Applied Materials Inc SWOT Analysis


Market Leadership
Applied Materials commands 20% of the Wafer Fab Equipment market, leveraging strength in deposition, etch, and inspection technologies across critical semiconductor manufacturing processes
Memory Market Catalyst
The company's 25% DRAM exposure positions it to capitalize on anticipated memory spending increases from Samsung and Hynix, with High Bandwidth Memory demand driving equipment intensity
Price Target Outlook
Analysts project targets ranging from $250 to $400, with earnings estimates reaching $14.42 for fiscal 2027 as memory market recovery accelerates
Regulatory Headwinds
BIS restrictions impact China revenues by $600 million in fiscal 2026, though the company's strategic positioning in AI-driven semiconductor transitions and advanced packaging offers offsetting growth opportunities
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Applied Materials Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q3/2026

  • Applied Materials reported Q3 FY2026 revenue of $9.12B and EPS of $3.50, beating estimates of $8.99B and $3.40; shares fell 5.24% after-hours.
  • Company raised calendar 2026 semiconductor systems growth outlook to over 30% from prior 20%, driven by AI infrastructure and advanced packaging demand.
  • Q4 guidance set at $10.25B revenue (±$500M) and $4.02 EPS (±$0.20); gross margin outlook remained flat, pressuring near-term profitability expansion.
  • Non-GAAP gross margin reached record 50.4%, up 150bps YoY, reflecting value-based pricing strategy; operating margin hit 34%, up 330bps YoY.
  • CFO Hill noted capacity expansion plans to double system output by 2028; customer visibility improved with roadmaps extending to 2030 for some clients.
Last Updated: 2026/08/14, 00:00
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Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 13, 2026
EPS / Forecast
3,50 / 3,40
Revenue / Forecast
9,12B / 8,99B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 11.59%
Dividend Yield
0.41%
Industry Median 0.68%
Annualised payout
2.12
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
-12.94%
Growth Streak

AMAT Income Statement

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Metrics to compare
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Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
42.5x110.6x12.3x
PEG Ratio
1.11−1.440.01
Price/Book
15.4x7.6x2.4x
Price / LTM Sales
12.8x13.1x2.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
31.0%30.3%35.2%
Fair Value Upside
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Applied Materials, Inc. provides materials engineering solutions, equipment, services, and software to the semiconductor and related industries in the United States, China, Korea, Taiwan, Japan, Southeast Asia, Europe, and internationally. The company operates through Semiconductor Systems and Applied Global Services (AGS) segments. The Semiconductor Systems segment includes semiconductor capital equipment to enable materials engineering steps, including etch, rapid thermal processing, deposition, chemical mechanical planarization, metrology and inspection, wafer packaging, and ion implantation. The AGS segment offers integrated solutions to optimize equipment and fab performance and productivity comprising spares, upgrades, services, and 200 millimeter and other equipment and factory automation software for semiconductor and other products. It serves manufacturers of semiconductor wafers and chips, and other electronic devices. Applied Materials, Inc. was incorporated in 1967 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
369,90M46,59%183,53B
Other Institutional Investors
288,36M36,32%143,07B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
135,70M17,09%67,33B
Total
793,95M100,00%393,94B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.10,10%80 212 51839 799 045
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC7,06%56 077 10927 823 779

FAQ

What Is the Applied Materials (AMAT) Stock Price Today?

The Applied Materials stock price today is 496,26 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Applied Materials Trade On?

Applied Materials is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Applied Materials?

The stock symbol for Applied Materials is "AMAT."

Does Applied Materials Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Applied Materials dividend yield is 0.43%.

What Is the Applied Materials Market Cap?

As of today, Applied Materials market cap is 393,94B USD.

What Is Applied Materials's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Applied Materials EPS (TTM) is 11,59.

When Is the Next Applied Materials Earnings Date?

Applied Materials will release its next earnings report on Nov 12, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is AMAT a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Applied Materials Stock Split?

Applied Materials has split 9 times.

How Many Employees Does Applied Materials Have?

Applied Materials has 38900 employees.

What is the current trading status of Applied Materials (AMAT)?

As of Aug 21, 2026, Applied Materials (AMAT) is trading at a price of 496,26 USD, with a previous close of 496,17 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 487,47 USD to 499,89 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 154,47 USD to 739,67 USD.

What Is Applied Materials (AMAT) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Applied Materials is 641,03 USD, with a high estimate of 900 USD and a low estimate of 358 USD. 32 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Strong Buy. The stock has an +29,17% Upside potential.

What Is the AMAT Premarket Price?

AMAT's last pre-market stock price is 490,00 USD. The pre-market share volume is 89 390,00, and the stock has decreased by -6,17, or -1,24%.

What Is the AMAT After Hours Price?

AMAT's last after hours stock price is 498,00 USD, the stock has decreased by 1,74, or 0,35%.
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