On the technical front, Applied Materials (AMAT) is underperforming the overall markets says Rick Ducat. He compares the company to other semiconductor-related names before showing recent resistance points for investors to watch ahead of earnings.
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As Amazon.com Inc. NASDAQ: AMZN reminds us, sometimes it can be difficult to predict how the market will respond to a company's earnings report, even if the firm comes out ahead of analyst expectations for earnings and revenue. Amazon's dip following its latest report, despite top- and bottom-line beats, shows that sometimes details like forward guidance or the suggestion of short-term difficulties can be enough to undo any investor goodwill that may have built.
![]() AMAT In 1 week Announced | Quarterly | $0.46 Per Share |
![]() AMAT 2 months ago Paid | Quarterly | $0.46 Per Share |
![]() AMAT 5 months ago Paid | Quarterly | $0.4 Per Share |
![]() AMAT 8 months ago Paid | Quarterly | $0.4 Per Share |
![]() AMAT 11 months ago Paid | Quarterly | $0.4 Per Share |
12 Nov 2025 (In 3 months) Date | | - Cons. EPS | - EPS |
12 Nov 2025 (In 3 months) Date | | 2.38 Cons. EPS | - EPS |
21 Aug 2025 (In 1 week) Date | | 2.34 Cons. EPS | - EPS |
14 Aug 2025 14 Aug 2025 Date | | 2.34 Cons. EPS | - EPS |
14 Aug 2025 14 Aug 2025 Date | | 2.34 Cons. EPS | - EPS |
![]() AMAT In 1 week Announced | Quarterly | $0.46 Per Share |
![]() AMAT 2 months ago Paid | Quarterly | $0.46 Per Share |
![]() AMAT 5 months ago Paid | Quarterly | $0.4 Per Share |
![]() AMAT 8 months ago Paid | Quarterly | $0.4 Per Share |
![]() AMAT 11 months ago Paid | Quarterly | $0.4 Per Share |
12 Nov 2025 (In 3 months) Date | | - Cons. EPS | - EPS |
12 Nov 2025 (In 3 months) Date | | 2.38 Cons. EPS | - EPS |
21 Aug 2025 (In 1 week) Date | | 2.34 Cons. EPS | - EPS |
14 Aug 2025 14 Aug 2025 Date | | 2.34 Cons. EPS | - EPS |
14 Aug 2025 14 Aug 2025 Date | | 2.34 Cons. EPS | - EPS |
Semiconductors Industry | Technology Sector | Gary E. Dickerson CEO | NASDAQ (NGS) Exchange | 038222105 Cusip |
US Country | 36,000 Employees | 21 Aug 2025 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.