Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) — Stock Score Summary

Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) has a MoatMap StockRank of 85/100 based on Quality (76/100), Value (20/100), and Momentum (72/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. Applied Materials is a high-quality, essential supplier of semiconductor manufacturing equipment with a strong moat. However, its significant size, high market awareness, and the current low valuation (V:20) likely reflect geopolitical risks (e.g., US-China tech restrictions) and cyclicality concerns rather than an unpriced macro tailwind. The asymmetry required by our philosophy is not evident.

Applied Materials, Inc. is the world's largest supplier of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, providing a broad portfolio of advanced process technologies, services, and software solutions for chip fabrication. The company's dominant market position is secured by its extensive R&D capabilities, comprehensive product offerings essential for next-generation chip production, and deep relationships with leading global semiconductor manufacturers. This makes it an indispensable partner in the advancement of electronics technology.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$432.16
Market Cap$343.1B
P/E (TTM)38.32
P/E (Forward)25.23
Price/Book13.51
Return on Equity39.7%
Return on Invested Capital33.7%
Debt/Equity27.00
Gross Margin49.0%
Operating Margin31.9%
Revenue Growth11.4%
Dividend Yield0.5%
Free Cash Flow$3.2B

Applied Materials, Inc. operates in the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials industry, part of the Technology sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Applied Materials, Inc.’s (AMAT) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) is 85/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (76), Value (20), and Momentum (72) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 15,000+ stock universe.
Does Applied Materials, Inc. have an economic moat?
Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) has a Quality factor score of 76/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Applied Materials, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 85/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Applied Materials, Inc. in?
Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) operates in the Technology sector, specifically the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials industry (United States).
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