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Photronics Inc (PLAB)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: PLAB (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $33
1 Year Target Price $33
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 79.02% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.36B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 12.81 | 1Y Target Price 33 |
Price to earnings Ratio 12.81 | 1Y Target Price 33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.4 | 52 Weeks Range 16.46 - 31.60 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 16.46 - 31.60 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.77 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-27 | When - | Estimate 0.38 | Actual 0.51 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 12.67% | Operating Margin (TTM) 22.89% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.8% | Return on Equity (TTM) 10.29% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 12.81 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 842578072 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.59 |
Enterprise Value 842578072 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.59 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.98 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.89 | Shares Outstanding 60150500 | Shares Floating 55717434 |
Shares Outstanding 60150500 | Shares Floating 55717434 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.94 | Percent Institutions 93.12 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Photronics Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Photronics, Inc. was founded in 1969 and is a leading worldwide manufacturer of photomasks. It has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, adapting to technological advancements in the semiconductor and display industries.
Core Business Areas
- Semiconductor Photomasks: Photronics produces photomasks used in the manufacturing of integrated circuits (ICs). These are crucial for transferring circuit designs onto silicon wafers.
- Display Photomasks: Photronics manufactures photomasks used in the production of flat panel displays (FPDs), including LCDs and OLEDs.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of a CEO, CFO, CTO, and other key executives. The organizational structure is typical of a manufacturing company, with departments for sales, marketing, operations, engineering, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- High-End IC Photomasks: These photomasks are used for advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes. Market share information is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but Photronics is a major player in this market, competing with Japanese companies and other specialized manufacturers. Competitors include Toppan, DNP and SK-Electronix. Significant revenue derived from high-end IC production.
- Mainstream IC Photomasks: These photomasks cater to less advanced but still crucial IC manufacturing processes. Market share details vary regionally, but Photronics holds a significant position. Competitors include Toppan, DNP and SK-Electronix. Revenue stream is substantial.
- Display Photomasks: These photomasks are used in the fabrication of displays for various devices. Market share varies by display type, but Photronics competes with Toppan and DNP, holding a notable share. Competitors include Toppan and DNP.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The photomask industry is driven by the demand for semiconductors and displays. It's a capital-intensive industry with high barriers to entry, requiring advanced technology and specialized expertise.
Positioning
Photronics is a leading independent photomask manufacturer, known for its technology, reliability, and customer service. It competes with larger, integrated companies.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global photomask market is expected to reach around $5 billion. Photronics is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market, especially in advanced technology nodes.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong technology portfolio
- Global manufacturing footprint
- Long-standing customer relationships
- High quality products and services
Weaknesses
- Capital intensive business
- Susceptible to economic cycles
- Reliance on few major customers
Opportunities
- Growth in advanced semiconductor manufacturing
- Expansion in display technologies (OLED, etc.)
- Potential acquisitions to expand capabilities
Threats
- Technological disruption
- Intense competition
- Economic downturns
- Geopolitical risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- DNP
- TOPPY
- SK-Electronix
Competitive Landscape
Photronics competes on technology, quality, and customer service. It has a strong position among independent photomask manufacturers.
Major Acquisitions
Advanced Mask Technology Center GmbH (AMTC)
- Year: 2013
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 160
- Strategic Rationale: Strengthened European presence and enhanced technology capabilities in advanced photomask development.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Photronics has experienced cyclical growth, largely dependent on the semiconductor industry.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth driven by advanced semiconductor nodes and display technologies.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investing in advanced equipment and expanding manufacturing capacity.
Summary
Photronics is a key player in the photomask industry, benefiting from the growing demand for semiconductors and displays. Its strong technological capabilities and global footprint provide a competitive edge. However, the company faces risks related to technological disruption, economic cycles, and intense competition. Careful cash management is vital for capital investment, and growing dependence on few major customers is a concern.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Industry Reports
- Financial News Articles
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions can change rapidly.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Photronics Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Brookfield, CT, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-03-10 | CEO & Executive Chairman Mr. George C. Macricostas | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Semiconductor Equipment & Materials | Full time employees 1900 | Website https://www.photronics.com |
Full time employees 1900 | Website https://www.photronics.com | ||
Photronics, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of photomask products and services in the United States, Taiwan, China, Korea, Europe, and internationally. It offers photomasks that are used in the manufacture of integrated circuits and flat panel displays (FPDs); and to transfer circuit patterns onto semiconductor wafers, and FDP substrates. The company offers electrical and optical components. It sells its products to semiconductor and FPD designers, manufacturers, and foundries, as well as to other high-performance electronics manufacturers through its sales personnel and customer service representatives. The company was formerly known as Photronic Labs, Inc. and changed its name to Photronics, Inc. in 1990. Photronics, Inc. was incorporated in 1969 and is based in Brookfield, Connecticut.
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