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Applied Materials (AMAT)

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+4.02 (0.67%)

as of Jul 2, 2026, 11:59:42 pm Market Open.

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Jul 5, 2026, 12:00 am

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Applied Materials (AMAT) is currently experiencing significant momentum in the semiconductor capital equipment sector, driven by an ongoing chip shortage. The company has seen impressive growth, with a 179% increase this year alone, supported by its ability to produce essential manufacturing equipment for major clients like Intel, Samsung, and TSMC. However, some experts express caution, noting that despite this growth, AMAT's recent guidance has been disappointing, with expectations falling below analyst targets. While the long-term outlook remains positive due to the industry's growth potential, the consensus suggests careful management of investments, with some recommending taking profits after recent gains. The company has demonstrated strong capital management by reducing its share count and providing a decent yield, although volatility remains a concern in such a highly dynamic market.

Consensus

mixed

Valuation

fair_value

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WAIT

Wait for Micron's report on Dec.21 before making a move on AMAT. Micron dominates this semi space.

SELL

Earnings beat, but sold it last week. She sold because she thinks earnings are probably peaking. She bought this at $16 in 2013 and has trimmed along the way and rode it to peaks. At $100 and 14x PE, it was probably at a peak, so she pulled the trigger. 14x is the historic PE. It's fully-valued. can't see multiple expansion. But she will likely re-buy this 20% down.

SELL

Just sold it. A stock either needs a reason for PE expansion or earnings growth ahead. AMAT is likely at peak earnings now, and trading at 14x which is exactly its historical average. Earnings in this sector are cyclical. She can't see multiple expansion. AMAT is fully valued.

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Jul 28/22, Down 21.4%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with AMAT has triggered its stop at $82. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. This will result in a net investment loss of 18% when combined with the previous buy recommendations.

BUY

Last Thursday they reported a good quarter, a robust semiconductor market, and terrific long-term outlook. However, this means nothing to today's market which is bearish!

BUY

It reports Thursday night. AMAT is the premier chip-capital equipment-maker. Sooner or later, they'll make a bundle from Biden's new chips act.

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TOP PICK

Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly We reiterate AMAT, a bell-weather semiconductor maker, as a TOP PICK. Now trading at 14x earnings, compared to peers at 20x, it remains good value here, supporting a 57% ROE. Analysts expect earnings growth over 8% this year and 13% next. We recommend trailing up the stop loss (from $80) to $82, looking to achieve $146 - upside potential over 40%. Yield 1% (Analysts’ price target is $146.04)

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TOP PICK

Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Always the bell-weather indicator of the semiconductor makers, we now select AMAT as a TOP PICK. No surprise that earnings just fell short of expectation, given the supply chain issues and recent lockdowns in Asia. Management has revised down their forward guidance and the market has given the stock an appropriate hair cut. Now trading at 13x earnings, compared to peers at 20x, it is good value here. We would trade this with a stop loss at $80, looking to achieve $155 - upside potential over 59%. Yield 1.2% (Analysts’ price target is $154.81)

BUY

It hit a low last week. It is hated, but it's a great company. Buy. Doesn't see a weakness here.

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Nov 02/21, Down 1%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O’Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with AMAT has triggered its stop at $140. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. This results in a net investment gain of 33%, when combined with our previous recommendation to cover half.

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Nov 02/21, Up 66.9%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with AMAT has achieved its $163 objective. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering half the position at this time and keeping the stop at $140.

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Nov 02/21, Up 64.1%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with AMAT is progressing well. We now recommend trailing up the stop (from $120) to $140. If triggered, this would all but guarantee a net investment gain of 11%, when combined with our previous recommendation to cover half.

BUY

Semi ecosystem has 4 parts. NVDA is poster child for designers. TSM poster child for foundries. Capital intensive. Third part is manufacturing. Micron is a designer and manufacturer. Fourth part is the equipment suppliers like KLA, LRCX, ASML. TSM price target of $144.50. NVDA is expensive, price target coming up soon of $329.25. AMAT would be his favourite. See his Top Picks.

COMMENT

It reports Thursday.

BUY

AMAT vs. LRCX Semis are in a structural, secular bull market. Most economically sensitive part of tech. Both are attractive. He owns LRCX, but he could own either. LRCX has pulled back 10% off the highs but is making a turn. Expects demand to continue to be pretty robust, especially as the size is moving down and we need more capacity.

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