Craig-Hallum has downgraded Applied Materials Inc (AMAT) to a Hold rating from Buy as of November 13, 2025. The current stock price stands at $223.23.
This move underscores a shift in sentiment regarding the company's outlook, potentially reflecting concerns about competitive pressures, market conditions, or execution risks that may affect performance.
Applied Materials operates in the semiconductor industry, providing manufacturing equipment, services, and software. The company, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, employs approximately 36,100 individuals. Its operations are divided into three segments: Semiconductor Systems, Applied Global Services (AGS), and Display. As of November 13, 2025, Applied Materials boasts a market capitalization of $183.8 billion, a P/E ratio of 26.90, and an EPS of 8.39, alongside a notable dividend yield of 79.7%.
Upcoming earnings reports are scheduled for August 11, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $2.51 and revenue of $7.5 billion, and for May 12, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $2.35 and revenue of $7.2 billion. Recent earnings performance has shown a positive trend, with Q4 2025 reporting an EPS of $2.17 against an estimate of $2.14, reflecting a 1.2% surprise.
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