In the latest trading session, Applied Materials (AMAT) closed at $446.63, marking a -3.79% move from the previous day.
The average of price targets set by Wall Street analysts indicates a potential upside of 39.4% in Applied Materials (AMAT). While the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric is questionable, the positive trend in earnings estimate revisions might translate into an upside in the stock.
Applied Materials just posted its fifth consecutive earnings beat while the stock cratered 22% in three months, and at least one Wall Street firm thinks that disconnect points to one of the more compelling setups in the chip equipment sector
| Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Industry | Information Technology Sector | Gary E. Dickerson CEO | XMEX Exchange | US0382221051 ISIN |
| US Country | 36,500 Employees | 19 Nov 2026 Last Dividend | 17 Apr 2002 Last Split | 5 Oct 1972 IPO Date |
Applied Materials, Inc. is a leading provider in the manufacturing equipment, services, and software sector for the semiconductor, display, and related industries. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company has carved a niche for itself by offering a broad range of products and services that cater to the needs of the semiconductor and display manufacturing sectors. Applied Materials operates globally, with significant presences in the United States, China, Korea, Taiwan, Japan, Southeast Asia, and Europe. The company’s operations are segmented into three main divisions: Semiconductor Systems, Applied Global Services, and Display and Adjacent Markets, each focusing on specific needs of its diverse client base.
This segment is focused on the development, manufacture, and sale of a variety of manufacturing equipment used in the fabrication of semiconductor chips or integrated circuits. Technologies offered include:
This segment delivers integrated solutions aimed at optimizing equipment and fabrication performance and productivity. Services include:
These services and products are designed for semiconductor, display, and other product manufacturers, emphasizing efficiency and reliability.
Applied Materials' expertise extends into the display sector, offering products for the manufacture of:
These products are vital for TVs, monitors, laptops, personal computers, electronic tablets, smartphones, and other consumer-oriented devices. The segment focuses on providing cutting-edge technologies to keep pace with the evolving demand for better and more efficient display technologies.