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On Monday, Bernstein analysts adjusted their stance on Advantest Corp (6857:JP) (OTC: ATEYY), a leading provider of testing equipment for the semiconductor industry with a market capitalization of $39.45 billion. According to InvestingPro data, the company currently trades at a high P/E ratio of 43.59 and appears slightly overvalued based on Fair Value analysis. The firm downgraded the stock rating from Outperform to Market Perform and significantly reduced the price target to JPY7,940.00 from the previous JPY12,400.00. This revision comes amidst revised earnings per share (EPS) estimates for the second to fourth quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2026.
Bernstein’s analysts have decreased their EPS forecasts for the upcoming quarters by approximately 15%, positioning their expectations around 10% below the consensus. The new price target is based on a 26 times multiple of the 12-month forward projected earnings per share, which aligns with the historical average for the company. The analysts have cited a preference for a neutral position as market expectations undergo a period of adjustment.
The report suggests that potential catalysts for a more positive outlook on Advantest may emerge towards the end of the year. This optimism is tied to anticipated demand from Rubin and Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) for the year 2026. Despite the near-term revisions, Bernstein maintains a 12% growth rate forecast for Advantest’s fiscal year ending March 2027. For deeper insights into Advantest’s growth prospects and comprehensive financial analysis, investors can access the detailed Pro Research Report available on InvestingPro.
The analysts have also indicated that a constructive stance could be adopted earlier if market expectations are reset ahead of schedule, potentially triggered by a lower-than-anticipated full-year guidance. This approach reflects a wait-and-see attitude towards Advantest’s performance and market position in the coming months.
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