Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT)
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- symbol AMAT
- Rev/Share 35.728
- Book/Share 25.7116
- PB 12.8568
- Debt/Equity 0.3453
- CurrentRatio 2.6105
- ROIC 0.2196
- MktCap 262380503363.0
- FreeCF/Share 7.1763
- PFCF 46.0478
- PE 37.5068
- Debt/Assets 0.1942
- DivYield 0.0054
- ROE 0.3612
- Rating B+
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 2
- DCF Score 3
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 2
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | AMAT | Mizuho | Neutral | Outperform | -- | $370 | Jan. 28, 2026 |
| Upgrade | AMAT | Deutsche Bank | Hold | Buy | -- | $390 | Jan. 23, 2026 |
| Upgrade | AMAT | Barclays | Equal Weight | Overweight | -- | $360 | Jan. 15, 2026 |
| Upgrade | AMAT | Susquehanna | Neutral | Positive | -- | $400 | Jan. 12, 2026 |
| Reiterated | AMAT | TD Cowen | -- | Buy | $260 | $315 | Dec. 4, 2025 |
| Upgrade | AMAT | UBS | Neutral | Buy | -- | $285 | Nov. 25, 2025 |
| Downgrade | AMAT | Craig Hallum | Buy | Hold | -- | -- | Nov. 14, 2025 |
| Upgrade | AMAT | BofA Securities | Neutral | Buy | -- | $250 | Oct. 13, 2025 |
| Upgrade | AMAT | Morgan Stanley | Equal Weight | Overweight | -- | $209 | Sept. 22, 2025 |
| Downgrade | AMAT | Mizuho | Outperform | Neutral | -- | $175 | Sept. 12, 2025 |
News
AMAT Climbs 8% in a Month: Time to Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?
Published: February 10, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials shares jump 7.6% in a month as strength in wafer fab tools, advanced packaging and AI-driven demand supports its long-term growth case.
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AMAT to Post Q1 Earnings: Time to Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?
Published: February 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials heads into Q1 earnings with AI-driven chip demand and services strength in focus, even as revenues and EPS are expected to dip year over year.
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Applied Materials (AMAT) Crossed Above the 20-Day Moving Average: What That Means for Investors
Published: February 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
After reaching an important support level, Applied Materials (AMAT) could be a good stock pick from a technical perspective. AMAT surpassed resistance at the 20-day moving average, suggesting a short-term bullish trend.
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Exploring Analyst Estimates for Applied Materials (AMAT) Q1 Earnings, Beyond Revenue and EPS
Published: February 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Evaluate the expected performance of Applied Materials (AMAT) for the quarter ended January 2026, looking beyond the conventional Wall Street top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining some of its key metrics for better insight.
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Semiconductor Stock To Buy On The Dip
Published: February 05, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive
Semiconductor stock Applied Materials (AMAT) succumbed to sector pressure this week, particularly after Advanced Micro Device's (AMD) disappointing outlook. Falling sharply from a Jan. 29 record high of $344.60, AMAT is down 12.3% in the last five trading days.
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Here's Why Applied Materials (AMAT) is a Strong Momentum Stock
Published: February 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Will Applied Materials (AMAT) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials (AMAT) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.
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Here's Why Applied Materials (AMAT) is a Strong Growth Stock
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Is It Worth Investing in Applied Materials (AMAT) Based on Wall Street's Bullish Views?
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?
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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Computer and Technology Stocks Now
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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What Will Send AMAT Stock Higher?
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials has experienced exceptional rallies, achieving gains of over 30% in less than two months on 14 separate occasions, especially in 2020 and 2025. On four instances, its stock jumped more than 50% within a comparable timeframe, showcasing strong upward momentum.
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Buy These 5 Dividend Growth Stocks Amid Fed Policy Uncertainty
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Dividend growth stocks such as Ford can provide relative stability as uncertainty over Fed policy unsettles markets and prompts investors to shift away from high-beta growth stocks.
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Applied Materials: Attractive Buy Ahead Of The Q1 2026 Report
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials earns a Buy rating due to fair valuation, strong recurring revenues, and resilient industry positioning ahead of the next earnings report. AMAT's Semiconductor Systems segment drives growth, while the Applied Global Services segment provides stable, high-margin, recurring revenue supporting Capex and buybacks. 2025 earnings were impacted by a one-time tax provision, but normalization is expected in 2026, potentially boosting EPS and lowering the forward P/E to attractive levels.
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Investors Heavily Search Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT): Here is What You Need to Know
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Applied Materials (AMAT). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
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Can AMAT Lead the Display Market With Advanced OLED and AR/VR Push?
Published: January 22, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials' display business rebounds in fiscal 2025, with Q4 revenues up 68.2% as advanced systems, pricing and OLED demand lift margins.
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Are Computer and Technology Stocks Lagging Applied Materials (AMAT) This Year?
Published: January 22, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Here is how Applied Materials (AMAT) and ASML (ASML) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
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Goldman Sachs Raising Price Targets 10%+ on Tech and Financial Blue Chip Giants
Published: January 20, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral
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AMAT vs. ASML: Which Semiconductor Equipment Stock is a Better Buy?
Published: January 20, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials' expanding HBM, NAND and advanced packaging tools contrast with ASML Holding's EUV-led shift in semiconductor patterning.
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Here Is A Smart Way To Invest In AMAT Stock
Published: January 16, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive
At approximately $319.08 per share, Applied Materials (AMAT) is trading close to its 52-week high, reflecting strong investor optimism around the AI-driven semiconductor capex cycle. As one of the most critical suppliers of chipmaking equipment, AMAT tends to benefit early and disproportionately when foundries ramp spending.
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TSMC's $56B AI Bet Just Made These 3 Stocks Millionaire Makers
Published: January 16, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral
TSMC just committed $56 billion to AI chip manufacturing capacity. That's not money disappearing into factories.
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Here is What to Know Beyond Why Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) is a Trending Stock
Published: January 16, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials (AMAT) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
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Chip stocks pop after TSMC's earnings beat boosts confidence in industrywide demand
Published: January 15, 2026 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Positive
Chipmakers and manufacturers of semiconductor equipment were some of the top performers on the market for the day after TSMC beat on earnings. TSMC reported 35% year-over-year profit growth for the quarter.
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Applied Materials FY25 HBM Revenues Hit $1.5B: A New Growth Driver?
Published: January 15, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
AMAT aims to double its HBM business from $1.5 billion to $3 billion, leaning on hybrid bonding leadership and its Kinex system as demand ramps.
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Here's Why Applied Materials (AMAT) is a Strong Growth Stock
Published: January 15, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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AMAT's Flash Memory Sales Nearly Double in FY25: What's Ahead?
Published: January 13, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials' NAND sales nearly double to $1.41 billion in FY25 as 3D NAND upgrades and new metrology tools boost its flash memory momentum.
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AMAT Stock Rises 114% From Its 52-Week Low: Time to Hold or Fold?
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials is up 114% from its 52-week low as AI-driven wafer fab demand boosts growth, but export limits, competition and valuation raise the hold-or-sell question.
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Why chip stocks are extending their gains ahead of Nvidia's CES speech
Published: January 05, 2026 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive
The semiconductor trade was mostly riding high on Monday as enthusiasm for the artificial-intelligence boom carried into the new year.
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What Is Going On With AMAT Stock?
Published: December 30, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive
Applied Materials (AMAT) stock achieved a 7-day winning streak, with total gains over this time period reaching 6%. The company's market capitalization has increased by approximately $12 Billion over the past 7 days, and now stands at $209 Billion.
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Uncover 4 Undervalued Tech Giants Before They Skyrocket in 2026
Published: December 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Four mega-cap tech stocks still trade at discounts despite a strong 2025 rally, with AI infrastructure and data center demand setting the stage for 2026 upside.
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Here's Why Applied Materials (AMAT) is a Strong Growth Stock
Published: December 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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About Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT)
- IPO Date 1980-03-17
- Website https://www.appliedmaterials.com
- Industry Semiconductors
- CEO Gary E. Dickerson
- Employees 36000