APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) Factsheet
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APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-08-20. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 27.3%. FCF margin 18.2%. D/E 0.3x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 27.3% | Above industry average |
| FCF Margin | 18.2% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 0.3x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 27.3% — Top 10% of sector peers. FCF margin 18.2% — Top 50%.
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Profitability: APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE earns 27.3% ROIC, Top 10% in Technology
ROIC TTM 27.3%, sector median 4.4%, Top 10%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 25.6% × asset turnover 0.8x. Gross margin 49.4%. Operating margin 29.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
| Metric | AMAT | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 27.3% | Excellent | Above sector median of 4.4% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 41.8% | Excellent | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 49.4% | Good | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 29.6% | Excellent | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow: APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE generates $5.6B FCF at 18.2% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $5.6B. FCF margin 18.2%, Top 50%. OCF/Net income 0.9x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
| Metric | AMAT | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 18.2% | Good | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $5.6B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 0.9x | Good | Potential accrual concerns |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE at 0.3x leverage, 33.0x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.3x. Net cash $1.5B. Interest coverage 33.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
| Metric | AMAT | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.3x | Good | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $1.5B | Excellent | Net cash positive |
| Interest Coverage | 33.0x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE trades at 32.7x earnings
P/E 32.7x. EV/Sales 9.8x. FCF yield 1.9%. Dividend yield 0.5%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
| Metric | AMAT | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 32.7x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 9.8x | Adequate | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 1.9% | Warning | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 0.5% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE returns 1.2% shareholder yield, reducing shares 0.4% YoY
Total shareholder yield 1.2% (div 0.5% + buyback 0.7%). Share count -0.4% YoY. Capital returned $3.5B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
| Metric | AMAT | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 1.2% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 0.7% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -0.4% | Adequate | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $3.5B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 27.3% | Top 10% | 6.2x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 18.2% | Top 50% | 1.8x above |
| Gross Margin | 49.4% | Bottom 50% | 1.0x below |
| Operating Margin | 29.6% | Top 10% | 6.3x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 41.8% | Top 25% | 6.7x above |
| P/E Ratio | 32.7x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | AMAT | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 27.3% | Excellent | Top 10% of sector (median: 4.4%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 18.2% | Good | Top 50% of sector (median: 10.1%) |
| Gross Margin | 49.4% | Good | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 50.8%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 30.2% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 32.7x | Adequate | Growth premium |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 1.9% | Warning | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 27.3%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 26.5% with a improving trend. Sector median 4.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
Q: What is APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE's Free Cash Flow Margin?
APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) has a free cash flow margin of 18.2%, generating $5.6 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
Q: What is APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) trades at a P/E ratio of 32.7x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 9.8x. FCF yield 1.9%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
Q: Does APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE pay a dividend?
APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) currently pays a dividend yield of 0.5%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 1.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
Q: What is APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE's revenue and earnings growth?
APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) grew revenue by 7.8% year-over-year. EPS +38.5% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
Q: Is APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE buying back stock?
APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) repurchased $2.0 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 0.7%. Share count -0.4% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
Q: How does APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE compare to competitors in Technology?
Compared to other companies in Technology, APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) shows: ROIC 27.3%, sector median 4.4% (Top 10%). FCF margin 18.2%, sector median 10.1% (Top 50%). Gross margin 49.4%, 1.4pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Technology companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE?
No quantitative warning flags fired for APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-20.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-08-20. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
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