Photronics Inc is a leading manufacturer of photomasks, which are essential components used in the production of semiconductors and integrated circuits. The company designs and fabricates high-precision photomasks that facilitate the transfer of circuit patterns onto silicon wafers during the semiconductor manufacturing process. Photronics serves a diverse range of customers including major semiconductor manufacturers, enabling advancements in technology across various sectors such as consumer electronics, telecommunications, and automotive industries. With a focus on innovation and quality, Photronics supports the rapidly evolving landscape of microelectronics by providing advanced solutions to meet the increasing demands for smaller, faster, and more efficient chips. Read More
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Photronics, Inc. ("Photronics" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:PLAB). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is packed with potential breakout stocks, thanks to its focus on smaller companies with high growth potential.
However, smaller size also means these businesses often lack the resilience and financial flexibility of large-cap firms, making careful selection crucial.
NEW YORK, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Photronics, Inc. (“Photronics” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PLAB). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
As the Q1 earnings season wraps, let’s dig into this quarter’s best and worst performers in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, including Amkor (NASDAQ:AMKR) and its peers.
The stocks in this article have caught Wall Street’s attention in a big way, with price targets implying returns above 20%.
But investors should take these forecasts with a grain of salt because analysts typically say nice things about companies so their firms can win business in other product lines like M&A advisory.
NEW YORK, June 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Photronics, Inc. (“Photronics” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PLAB). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
NEW YORK, June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Photronics, Inc. (“Photronics” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PLAB). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
NEW YORK, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Photronics, Inc. (“Photronics” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PLAB). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
A company with profits isn’t always a great investment.
Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential.
Semiconductor photomask manufacturer Photronics (NASDAQ:PLAB) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales falling 2.8% year on year to $211 million. Its non-GAAP EPS of $0.40 per share was 16.7% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
Shares of semiconductor photomask manufacturer Photronics (NASDAQ:PLAB) fell 13.2% in the morning session after the company reported weak first-quarter 2025 (fiscal Q2) results: Its revenue guidance for the next quarter missed, and its EPS fell short of Wall Street's estimates. The slowdown showed up in both key areas like chip and display masks, which dragged revenue down 3% from the previous year.
Semiconductor photomask manufacturer Photronics (NASDAQ:PLAB) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, but sales fell by 2.8% year on year to $211 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $204 million was less impressive, coming in 7.3% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.40 per share was 16.7% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
Small-cap stocks can be incredibly lucrative investments because their lack of analyst coverage leads to frequent mispricings.
However, these businesses (and their stock prices) often stay small because their subscale operations make it harder to expand their competitive moats.
A highly volatile stock can deliver big gains - or just as easily wipe out a portfolio if things go south.
While some investors embrace risk, mistakes can be costly for those who aren’t prepared.
Photronics has gotten torched over the last six months - since November 2024, its stock price has dropped 25.2% to $19.41 per share. This might have investors contemplating their next move.
As the Q4 earnings season comes to a close, it’s time to take stock of this quarter’s best and worst performers in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, including Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) and its peers.
