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Nova Ltd (NVMI) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Nova Ltd stock (NVMI) is currently trading at $481.28. Nova Ltd PE ratio is 60.61. Nova Ltd PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 17.37. Analyst consensus price target for NVMI is $497.25. WallStSmart rates NVMI as Moderate Buy.

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NVMI

Nova

NASDAQTECHNOLOGY
$481.28
$4.13 (-0.85%)
52W$154.00
$507.27
Target$497.25+3.3%

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NVMI Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Nova Ltd (NVMI)

Margin of Safety
-40.5%
Significantly Overvalued
NVMI Fair Value
$338.56
Graham Formula
Current Price
$481.28
$142.72 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $338.56
Overvalued
Price $481.28
Graham IV $338.56
Analyst $497.25

NVMI trades 41% above its Graham fair value of $338.56, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Nova Ltd (NVMI) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Strong Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, peg ratio, return on equity. Concerns around price/sales and price/book. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.

Nova Ltd (NVMI) Key Strengths (7)

Avg Score: 8.9/10
Profit MarginProfitability
29.40%10/10

Keeps $29 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Institutional Own.Quality
79.08%10/10

79.08% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$15.30B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

Return on EquityProfitability
23.10%9/10

Every $100 of equity generates $23 in profit

PEG RatioValuation
1.468/10

Good growth relative to its price

Operating MarginProfitability
27.70%8/10

Strong operational efficiency: $28 kept per $100 revenue

EPS GrowthGrowth
22.40%8/10

Strong earnings growth at 22.40% per year

Nova Ltd (NVMI) Areas to Watch (3)

Avg Score: 3.3/10
Price/SalesValuation
17.372/10

Very expensive at 17.4x annual revenue

Price/BookValuation
11.602/10

Very expensive at 11.6x book value

Revenue GrowthGrowth
14.30%6/10

Solid revenue growth at 14.30% per year

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
60.61
Overvalued
Forward P/E
45.45
Expensive
Trailing P/E
60.61
Overvalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
17.37
Overvalued
EV/Revenue
17.09
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Nova Ltd (NVMI) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 68/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 7 register as strengths (avg 8.9/10) while 3 fall into concern territory (avg 3.3/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Profit Margin, Institutional Own., Market Cap. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.46) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 23.10%, Operating Margin at 27.70%, Profit Margin at 29.40%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 22.40%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Price/Sales, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (17.37), Price/Book (11.60) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 14.30%, which may limit upside.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Sales improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 23.10% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 14.30% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Profit Margin, Institutional Own.) and negatives (Price/Sales, Price/Book). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

NVMI Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

NVMI's Price-to-Sales ratio of 17.37x sits near its historical average of 16.14x (86th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 0% below its historical high of 17.37x set in Mar 2026, and 12% above its historical low of 15.47x in Mar 2026.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Nova Ltd (NVMI) · TECHNOLOGYSEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS

The Big Picture

Nova Ltd is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 881M with 14% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 29.4%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 2310.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 29.4% and operating margin of 27.7% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

What to Watch Next

Valuation compression risk at a P/E of 60.6x. Any growth miss could trigger a sharp correction.

Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.83, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.

Sector dynamics: monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Nova Ltd.

Bottom Line

Nova Ltd is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 29.4% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Nova Ltd(NVMI)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

TECHNOLOGY

Industry

SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATE...

Country

USA

Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd. designs, develops, produces, and sells process control systems used in semiconductor manufacturing in Israel, Taiwan, the United States, China, Korea, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel.

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5 DAVID FIKES ST., REHOVOT, ISRAEL, 7632805