PLAB
Photronics, Inc. · Technology · Semiconductor Equipment & Materials
Last
$45.86
−$0.01 (−0.01%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $45.57 −$0.29 (−0.63%) 11:18 PM ET
Prev close $45.86
Open $45.97
Day high $46.47
Day low $45.49
Volume 676,086
Avg vol 872,624
Mkt cap
$2.62B
P/E ratio
19.68
FY Revenue
$862.22M
EPS
2.33
Gross Margin
35.14%
Sector
Technology
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PLAB
Photronics, Inc.
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Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−9% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.91×
RSI
67.47 (Strong)
Strong (60–70)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.04 (Strong)
MACD: 0.04 Signal: -0.01
Short-Term
+0.55 (Strong)
MACD: 2.28 Signal: 1.73
Long-Term
+0.63 (Strong)
MACD: 2.63 Signal: 1.99
Intraday trend score 49.00

Latest news

PLAB 12 articles Positive: 5 Neutral: 7 Negative: 0
Neutral The Motley Fool • John Ballard
Meros Investment Management Sold 396,804 Shares of Photronics Stock

Meros Investment Management reduced its stake in Photronics by 396,804 shares in Q4 2025, selling approximately $10 million worth. The fund retained 108,004 shares valued at $3.4 million, representing 1.4% of AUM. The sale reflects a value investing strategy to lock in gains after Photronics' strong 74.2% annual performance, while the fund reallocated capital to other undervalued holdings.

PLAB DCO MGNI THR Photronics Meros Investment Management stock sale Q4 2025
Sentiment note

While Photronics showed strong performance (74.2% annual gain), Meros sold shares to lock in gains, suggesting the fund views the stock as fairly valued rather than undervalued. This is a profit-taking move rather than a bearish signal.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Photronics to Report First Quarter 2026 Results on February 25, 2026

Photronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLAB), a leading photomask manufacturer, announced it will release its first quarter fiscal 2026 financial results on February 25, 2026, before market open, followed by a public conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time where management will discuss financial performance, business conditions, and industry outlook.

PLAB photomask technologies Q1 FY2026 earnings conference call IC manufacturing flat panel display investor relations
Sentiment note

The article is a routine earnings announcement with no forward-looking statements, guidance, or material business updates. It simply announces the date and time of financial results disclosure and conference call, which is standard corporate communication without positive or negative indicators.

Positive Investing.com • Leo Miller
AI and Quantum’s Next Big Winners: 3 Small-Cap Stocks to Watch in 2026

The article highlights three small-cap stocks in AI and quantum computing with potential growth in 2026: Aehr Test Systems, Photronics, and SkyWater Technology, each offering unique technological advantages in chip testing, photomask manufacturing, and quantum computing development.

AEHR PLAB SKYT AI quantum computing small-cap stocks technology chip manufacturing
Sentiment note

Strong recent earnings, significant investments in manufacturing facilities, and increasing demand for high-end photomasks used in AI chipmaking

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • George Macricostas (Chairman And Ceo)
Photronics Reports Full Year and Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results

Photronics reported full year 2025 revenue of $849.3 million, down 2.0% year-over-year, with record high end revenue and strength in the United States. The company saw positive customer forecasts and plans for geographic revenue diversification.

PLAB photomask semiconductor financial results revenue IC FPD
Sentiment note

Slight revenue decline (-2.0%) offset by record high end revenue, positive customer forecasts, and increased net income from $130.7M to $136.4M in 2024-2025

Neutral The Motley Fool • Motley Fool Markets Team
Photronics Posts 14% FPD Jump in Q3

Photronics reported Q3 2025 revenue of $210.4 million, exceeding expectations. Flat Panel Display revenue increased 14%, offsetting a 5% decline in Integrated Circuit revenue. The company maintained profitability but faced challenges in semiconductor segment.

PLAB UMC photomasks semiconductor flat panel display earnings revenue
Sentiment note

Mixed financial performance with revenue exceeding expectations but experiencing segment challenges, flat earnings, and declining operating margin

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • George Macricostas (Chairman And Ceo)
Photronics Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results

Photronics reported Q3 2025 revenue of $210.4 million, slightly down year-over-year. Net income was $22.9 million, with IC revenue declining 5% and FPD revenue increasing 14%. The company remains focused on operational efficiency and geographic revenue diversification.

PLAB photomask semiconductor financial results revenue earnings
Sentiment note

Mixed financial performance with slight revenue decline, but positive growth in FPD segment and continued strategic focus on operational efficiency

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Ted Moreau
Photronics to Report Third Quarter 2025 Results on August 27, 2025

Photronics, a photomask manufacturer, will announce its third quarter fiscal 2025 financial results on August 27, 2025, before market opening, with a public conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time.

PLAB photomask financial results conference call investor relations
Sentiment note

The article is a standard financial results announcement without indicating positive or negative performance indicators. The tone is informative and procedural about upcoming financial disclosure.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • George Macricostas
Photronics Extends Capability with the First Installation of a Merchant Multi-beam Mask Writer in the United States

Photronics installed a new multi-beam tool in its Boise, Idaho facility, marking the first multi-beam writer in production for the merchant market in the United States. The tool enables faster photomask production and supports complex IC mask designs.

PLAB multi-beam photomask semiconductor IC technology mask writing
Sentiment note

Company is expanding technological capabilities, investing in advanced manufacturing equipment, and positioning itself as a leader in photomask production with innovative multi-beam writing technology

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
Photronics Receives Outstanding Contribution Award from Visionox

Photronics, a leading manufacturer of photomasks, received the Outstanding Contribution award from its long-standing customer Visionox, demonstrating Photronics' dedication to customer excellence.

PLAB Photronics Visionox photomask flat panel display
Sentiment note

Photronics received a prestigious award from its customer Visionox, indicating strong customer relationships and execution on its business objectives.

Neutral The Motley Fool • The Motley Fool
Photronics PLAB Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Photronics, Inc. reported Q2 2025 revenue of $211 million, in line with guidance, but cited macroeconomic and tariff-related headwinds that led to cautious forward expectations. The company announced a leadership transition, with George Makrokostas appointed as the new CEO. Management noted resilience in Asia's high-end foundry demand and in China and Taiwan joint ventures, but weakness in lower-end nodes and mainstream segments across major geographies.

PLAB Photronics semiconductor financial results leadership transition geographic footprint tariffs
Sentiment note

The company reported revenue in line with guidance, but cited macroeconomic and tariff-related headwinds leading to a cautious outlook. While the company noted resilience in certain segments, it also experienced weakness in others, indicating a mixed performance.

Positive Investing.com • Marketbeat.Com
3 Beaten-Down Tech Stocks With Up to 100% Upside Potential

The tech sector has faced challenges this year, but there may still be opportunities in beaten-down tech stocks with strong analyst ratings and compelling valuations.

HUT PLAB GILT tech stocks value investing analyst ratings
Sentiment note

Photronics has a low P/E ratio near its all-time low, and analysts expect the share price to nearly double with a Buy rating.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
Photronics Announces Participation in the 27th Annual Needham Growth Conference in NYC

Photronics, a leading manufacturer of photomasks, is scheduled to present at the 27th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 14, 2025. The presentation will be webcast on the company's website.

PLAB Photronics photomasks Needham Growth Conference
Sentiment note

The article highlights Photronics' leadership in the photomask industry and its upcoming presentation at a major industry conference, which suggests the company is in a strong position and confident in its prospects.

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