As the craze of earnings season draws to a close, here’s a look back at some of the most exciting (and some less so) results from Q1. Today, we are looking at semiconductor manufacturing stocks, starting with IPG Photonics (NASDAQ:IPGP).
Looking back on semiconductor manufacturing stocks’ Q1 earnings, we examine this quarter’s best and worst performers, including FormFactor (NASDAQ:FORM) and its peers.
The end of the earnings season is always a good time to take a step back and see who shined (and who not so much). Let’s take a look at how semiconductor manufacturing stocks fared in Q1, starting with Teradyne (NASDAQ:TER).
A number of stocks jumped in the morning session after the major indices rebounded (Nasdaq +2.0%, S&P 500 +1.5%) as President Trump postponed the planned 50% tariff on European Union imports, shifting the start date to July 9, 2025.
A company with profits isn’t always a great investment.
Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential.
Growth is oxygen.
But when it evaporates, the consequences can be extreme - ask anyone who bought Cisco in the Dot-Com Bubble (Nvidia?) or newer investors who lived through the 2020 to 2022 COVID cycle.
The $10-50 price range often includes mid-sized businesses with proven track records and plenty of growth runway ahead.
They also usually carry less risk than penny stocks, though they’re not immune to volatility as many lack the scale advantages of their larger peers.
Semiconductor testing company FormFactor (NASDAQ:FORM) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales up 1.6% year on year to $171.4 million. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $190 million, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.23 per share was 21.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Volatility cuts both ways - while it creates opportunities, it also increases risk, making sharp declines just as likely as big gains.
This unpredictability can shake out even the most experienced investors.
Generating cash is essential for any business, but not all cash-rich companies are great investments.
Some produce plenty of cash but fail to allocate it effectively, leading to missed opportunities.
As the regular session of the US market on Wednesday comes to an end, let's delve into the after-hours session and discover the top gainers and losers shaping the post-market sentiment.
Semiconductor testing company FormFactor (NASDAQ:FORM) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales up 1.6% year on year to $171.4 million. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $190 million at the midpoint, 2% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.23 per share was 21.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
A cash-heavy balance sheet is often a sign of strength, but not always.
Some companies avoid debt because they have weak business models, limited expansion opportunities, or inconsistent cash flow.
A number of stocks jumped in the morning session after President Trump clarified that he had no intention of removing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, a statement that helped calm markets. Earlier remarks had sparked fears of political interference in decision making at the central bank.
With Trump walking back his earlier comments, investors likely felt more assured that monetary policy decisions would continue to be guided by data, not drama. That kept the Fed's word credible, and more importantly, gave investors a steadier compass to figure out where rates and the markets were headed next.
The Russell 2000 is home to many small-cap stocks, offering investors the chance to uncover hidden gems before the broader market catches on.
However, these companies often come with higher volatility and risk, as their smaller size makes them more vulnerable to economic downturns.
Earnings results often indicate what direction a company will take in the months ahead. With Q4 behind us, let’s have a look at KLA Corporation (NASDAQ:KLAC) and its peers.
As the Q4 earnings season comes to a close, it’s time to take stock of this quarter’s best and worst performers in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, including Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) and its peers.
Looking back on semiconductor manufacturing stocks’ Q4 earnings, we examine this quarter’s best and worst performers, including FormFactor (NASDAQ:FORM) and its peers.
The end of an earnings season can be a great time to discover new stocks and assess how companies are handling the current business environment. Let’s take a look at how Amkor (NASDAQ:AMKR) and the rest of the semiconductor manufacturing stocks fared in Q4.
As the Q4 earnings season comes to a close, it’s time to take stock of this quarter’s best and worst performers in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, including Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT) and its peers.
