Applied Materials Inc (AMAT) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Applied Materials Inc stock (AMAT) is currently trading at $357.21. Applied Materials Inc PE ratio is 35.46. Applied Materials Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 9.91. Analyst consensus price target for AMAT is $410.62. WallStSmart rates AMAT as Hold.
Applied Materials Inc (AMAT) stock price prediction for 2030: Base case $198.48. Bull case $248.10. Bear case $148.86. See full AMAT 2030 price forecast and methodology on WallStSmart.
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AMAT Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)
AMAT appears undervalued based on the Graham Formula, trading 23% below its estimated fair value of $465.19.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Applied Materials Inc (AMAT) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, return on equity, operating margin. Concerns around price/sales and price/book. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Applied Materials Inc (AMAT) Key Strengths (6)
Mega-cap company, among the largest in the world
Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $39 in profit
Earnings per share surging 75.20% year-over-year
Keeps $28 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
85.54% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Strong operational efficiency: $30 kept per $100 revenue
Supporting Valuation Data
Applied Materials Inc (AMAT) Areas to Watch (4)
Revenue declining -2.10%, a shrinking business
Very expensive at 9.9x annual revenue
Very expensive at 12.7x book value
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Supporting Valuation Data
Applied Materials Inc (AMAT) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 64/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 9.7/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 2.5/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 38.90%, Operating Margin at 29.90%, Profit Margin at 27.80%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 75.20%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, Price/Sales, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.66), Price/Sales (9.91), Price/Book (12.65) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -2.10%, which may limit upside.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 38.90% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -2.10% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Market Cap, Return on Equity) and negatives (Revenue Growth, Price/Sales). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
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Data-driven financial summary for Applied Materials Inc (AMAT) · TECHNOLOGY › SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS
The Big Picture
Applied Materials Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 28.2B with 210% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 27.8%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 3890.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Profit margin of 27.8% and operating margin of 29.9% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
Revenue contracted 210% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.
What to Watch Next
Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.63, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.
Sector dynamics: monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Applied Materials Inc.
Bottom Line
Applied Materials Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(17 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
BRUNER, JUDY Director | Sell | -2,500 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
SANDERS, ADAM Corp. Controller & CAO | Sell | -534 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
HILL, BRICE SVP, CFO | Sell | -5,000 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
CHEN, XUN Director | Buy | +187 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
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About Applied Materials Inc(AMAT)
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Applied Materials, Inc. is an American corporation that supplies equipment, services and software for the manufacture of semiconductor (integrated circuit) chips for electronics, flat panel displays for computers, smartphones and televisions, and solar products. The company also supplies equipment to produce coatings for flexible electronics, packaging and other applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley.