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Diodes Incorporated(DIOD)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
2-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$83.09
10/26/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for DIOD

10/26/2026: DIOD (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Diodes Incorporated is a mid-sized semiconductor supplier focused on discrete, analog, and mixed-signal components. Its primary strengths lie in a broad product portfolio and a well-regarded position within automotive and industrial end-markets, which provide more stability than consumer-facing electronics. The company's growth story is centered on increasing its content in electric vehicles and data infrastructure. However, investors must consider risks including high cyclical sensitivity, intense pricing pressure from larger competitors, and the absence of a dividend. The stock may best suit growth-oriented investors who can tolerate semiconductor market volatility and who are monitoring the company’s ongoing transition toward higher-value, high-efficiency power products.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers moderate growth through automotive and industrial exposure but is subject to cyclical industry headwinds.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveMomentum investors may find opportunity during cyclical upturns in the semiconductor industry.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock is often priced at reasonable valuation multiples compared to larger, high-growth semiconductor peers.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a cash dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitSemiconductor stocks inherently carry high volatility related to economic cycles and global supply chain risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is subject to significant price swings due to the cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment regarding semiconductor valuations can shift rapidly based on macroeconomic outlooks.
Competition risk (Scale and R&D competition)HighDiodes Incorporated faces intense pressure from much larger rivals with vast R&D resources.
Business qualityMediumWhile operationally efficient, the company lacks the dominant market position or pricing power of larger industry leaders.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe absence of a dividend removes a potential source of stability during market downturns.
Execution riskMediumSuccess relies heavily on timely integration of acquisitions and efficient management of a complex global supply chain.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -10.37%
Avg. Invested days 30
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
DIOD receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
DIOD has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+50.2%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 9.3%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 4.5%), modest insider ownership of 2.56%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
DIOD's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 35.9%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is DIOD's strongest growth driver at +195.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+13.0%, solid) and earnings growth (+50.2%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 102.8% and approximately 98.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 2.56% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 15.95%
FMR Inc 9.51%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 8.13%
State Street Corp 5.66%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 4.78%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
DIOD generates approximately $312 of gross profit, $24 of operating income, and $93 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with solid cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 17.61%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
DIOD has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.73B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 43.35
1Y Target Price 142.5
Price to earnings Ratio 43.35
1Y Target Price 142.5
Volume (30-day avg) 518.5K shares
Beta 1.9
52 Weeks Range 42.28 - 125.99
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 42.28 - 125.99
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.87

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Discrete ComponentsDiodes, MOSFETs, and rectifiers for power regulation.The foundational product line that provides steady demand across most electronic devices.
Analog and Mixed-SignalPower management ICs, sensors, and signal integrity solutions.Higher-value chips that are increasingly essential for modern automotive and industrial systems.
GeographyGlobal sales with significant exposure to Asian manufacturing hubs.Investors should monitor regional trade policies and factory activity in Asia.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 43.35
Forward PE 12.47
Enterprise Value 3.83B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.28
Enterprise Value 3.83B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.28
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.34
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.77
Shares Outstanding 46.05M
Shares Floating 45.12M
Shares Outstanding 46.05M
Shares Floating 45.12M
Percent Insiders 2.56
Percent Institutions 102.79

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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