Applied Materials Stock Already Fell Without A Shock, So What Would A ...
Applied Materials (AMAT) shares dropped 7.1% to approximately $424 despite reporting record fiscal Q3 2026 revenue of $9.1 billion, a 25% year-over-year increase. The company guided for October quarter revenue around $10.25 billion, representing a 51% annual growth rate. This performance occurred while the stock...
Bullish Signals
- Revenue hit $9.1B, up 25% YoY in Q3 2026.
- October guidance rose 51% to $10.25 billion.
- Operating margins peaked at 31.1%, above the 3-year average.
- Secured rolling 8-quarter forecasts from largest customers.
- Hiring 1,500+ to double output by 2028.
Bearish Signals
- Hiring 1,500 in Q3 2026 adds temporary ramp costs.
- Stock fell 41% from $722.23 high despite fundamentals.