Photronics Inc (PLAB)

Currency in USD
21.25
-0.14(-0.65%)
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After Hours
21.02-0.23(-1.08%)
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Full Analysis
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Fair Value
Day's Range
20.9121.76
52 wk Range
16.4631.60
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
21.39
Open
21.51
Day's Range
20.91-21.76
52 wk Range
16.46-31.6
Volume
838.32K
Average Volume (3m)
649.85K
1-Year Change
-12.84%
Book Value / Share
17.32
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
31.00
Upside
+45.88%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
Holds more cash than debt on its balance sheet

Photronics Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

Photronics Inc Company Profile

Photronics, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of photomask products and services in the United States, Taiwan, China, Korea, Europe, and internationally. It offers photomasks that are used in the manufacture of integrated circuits and flat panel displays (FPDs); and to transfer circuit patterns onto semiconductor wafers, and FDP substrates. The company offers electrical and optical components. It sells its products to semiconductor and FPD designers, manufacturers, and foundries, as well as to other high-performance electronics manufacturers through its sales personnel and customer service representatives. The company was formerly known as Photronic Labs, Inc. and changed its name to Photronics, Inc. in 1990. Photronics, Inc. was incorporated in 1969 and is based in Brookfield, Connecticut.

Photronics Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2025

  • Q2 2025 EPS of $0.40 missed forecast by $0.08; revenue at $211M, down 3% YoY; stock fell 7.78% in premarket trading
  • Company maintains strong financial health with 37% gross margin, 26% operating margin, and $31M operating cash flow
  • Strategic expansion announced in U.S. to support semiconductor reshoring; focus on high-end and advanced node technologies
  • Q3 2025 guidance: revenue $200M-$208M, EPS $0.35-$0.41; cautious outlook due to macroeconomic uncertainties and tariffs
  • Weak demand in mainstream segments offset by strong foundry demand for advanced photomask products
Last Updated: 28/05/2025, 14:10
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P/E Ratio
10.7x−27.5x11.8x
PEG Ratio
−1.050.190.01
Price/Book
1.2x2.3x2.4x
Price / LTM Sales
1.5x2.3x2.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
46.7%26.4%19.1%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

2 Buy
0 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
2 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 31.00
(+45.88% Upside)

Earnings

Latest Release
May 28, 2025
EPS / Forecast
0.40 / 0.48
Revenue / Forecast
210.99M / 212.00M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

PLAB Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does Photronics Trade On?

Photronics is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Photronics?

The stock symbol for Photronics is "PLAB."

What Is the Photronics Market Cap?

As of today, Photronics market cap is 1.27B.

What Is Photronics's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Photronics EPS (TTM) is 1.95.

When Is the Next Photronics Earnings Date?

Photronics will release its next earnings report on 27 Aug 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is PLAB a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Photronics Stock Split?

Photronics has split 2 times.

How Many Employees Does Photronics Have?

Photronics has 1878 employees.

What is the current trading status of Photronics (PLAB)?

As of 31 Jul 2025, Photronics (PLAB) is trading at a price of 21.25, with a previous close of 21.39. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 20.91 to 21.76, while its 52-week range spans from 16.46 to 31.60.
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