Barclays has upgraded KLA Corp (KLAC) to Overweight from Equal-Weight, reflecting a more optimistic view on the company's prospects. This change, effective October 19, 2025, may indicate improved fundamentals or increased confidence in KLA's strategic direction.
KLA Corp operates within the semiconductor industry, providing process control and yield management solutions. The firm is headquartered in Milpitas, California, and employs approximately 15,000 individuals. With a market capitalisation of $156.7 billion, KLA reported a P/E ratio of 36.99 and an earnings per share (EPS) of 31.85. The company's dividend yield stands at 63.0%.
KLA's upcoming earnings report is scheduled for July 28, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $9.30 and revenue of $3.4 billion. Recent earnings performance has shown positive surprises, including a Q1 2026 EPS of $8.81, exceeding estimates by 0.3%.
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