Photronics [PLAB] vs Kulicke & Soffa [KLIC] Detailed Stock Comparison
Photronics
NASDAQ
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Kulicke & Soffa
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Photronics wins in 15 metrics, Kulicke & Soffa wins in 3 metrics, with 0 ties. Photronics appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Photronics | Kulicke & Soffa | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 10.82 | 418.56 | Photronics |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.11 | 2.36 | Photronics |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 0.00 | 4.34 | Photronics |
| PEG Ratio | -0.15 | -3.29 | Kulicke & Soffa |
| EV/EBITDA | 3.68 | 14.26 | Photronics |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 14.00% | 0.90% | Photronics |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 26.41% | -1.90% | Photronics |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 26.41% | N/A | N/A |
| Return on Equity | 11.93% | 0.66% | Photronics |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 8.16% | 4.08% | Photronics |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $130.41M | $14.89M | Photronics |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.94% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | -9.99% | -13.54% | Photronics |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 1.47 | 2.99 | Photronics |
| Enterprise Value | $1.09B | $1.38B | Kulicke & Soffa |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 1.28 | 2.09 | Photronics |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 36.92% | 46.66% | Kulicke & Soffa |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $14 | $12 | Photronics |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $1.93 | $0.09 | Photronics |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.40 | 1.52 | Photronics |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Photronics vs Kulicke & Soffa Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photronics | 5.70% | 6.62% | 14.29% | 11.23% | 2.36% | -8.04% |
| Kulicke & Soffa | 3.55% | 4.32% | 6.96% | 16.77% | -6.99% | -19.90% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photronics | -9.99% | -0.50% | 112.31% | 145.06% | 396.18% | 9.58% |
| Kulicke & Soffa | -13.54% | -14.43% | 52.63% | 256.72% | 524.71% | 352.76% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Photronics vs Kulicke & Soffa
| Metric | PLAB | KLIC |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $1.26B | $1.96B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Small cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 413,990 | 441,941 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 503,703 | 490,290 |
| Last Close | $22.08 | $37.67 |
| 52 Week Range | $16.46 - $31.60 | $26.63 - $52.08 |
| % from 52W High | -30.13% | -27.67% |
| All-Time High | $46.50 (Mar 13, 2000) | $75.29 (Sep 06, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -52.52% | -49.97% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.03% | -0.18% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.76% | -0.18% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.14% | 0.01% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.26% | -0.02% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.12% | 0.01% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 0.00 | 4.34 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $18.75 | $15.99 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $9.28 | $10.67 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $253.37M | $137.78M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $44.54M | $138.28M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.94% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $1.00 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Photronics vs Kulicke & Soffa
| Metric | PLAB | KLIC |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 10.82 | 418.56 |
| Forward P/E | 9.50 | 20.36 |
| PEG Ratio | -0.15 | -3.29 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 1.47 | 2.99 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.11 | 2.36 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $1.26B | $1.96B |
| Enterprise Value | $1.09B | $1.38B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 1.28 | 2.09 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 3.68 | 14.26 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.40 | 1.52 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $18.75 | $15.99 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Photronics vs Kulicke & Soffa
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | PLAB | KLIC |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $210.99M | $161.99M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $133.09M | $121.60M |
| Gross Profit | $77.91M | $40.38M |
| Research & Development | $4.09M | $37.22M |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $55.72M | $-36.67M |
| EBITDA | $80.64M | $-26.04M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $29.93M | $-79.08M |
| Income Tax | $5.71M | $5.44M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $24.22M | $-84.52M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | PLAB | KLIC |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $530.71M | $286.52M |
| Total Current Assets | $855.81M | $948.20M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $166.78M | $183.03M |
| Long-Term Debt | $19,000 | $29.58M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.50B | $864.17M |
| Retained Earnings | $698.42M | $1.22B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $0 | $30.21M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | PLAB | KLIC |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $31.45M | $51.75M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-60.55M | $-1.89M |
| Free Cash Flow | $-29.10M | $77.92M |
| Debt Repayment | $-2.62M | $-101,000 |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-72.11M | $-21.26M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | PLAB | KLIC |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 3.10M | 1.81M |
| Short Ratio | 5.51 | 4.36 |
| Short % of Float | 0.06% | 0.04% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 413,990 | 441,941 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 503,703 | 490,290 |
| Shares Outstanding | 61.95M | 53.85M |
| Float Shares | 57.85M | 50.30M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.04% | 0.03% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.93% | 0.96% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Photronics vs Kulicke & Soffa
| Metric | PLAB | KLIC |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $1.00 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.94% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $0.83 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.43% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $2.50 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Jun 18, 2025 |