Photronics Inc (PLAB) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Photronics Inc stock (PLAB) is currently trading at $43.26. Photronics Inc PE ratio is 15.53. Photronics Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.48. Analyst consensus price target for PLAB is $47.00. WallStSmart rates PLAB as Hold.
- PLAB PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
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- PLAB intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- PLAB stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- PLAB fair value vs current price
- PLAB insider transactions and insider buying
- Is PLAB undervalued or overvalued?
- Photronics Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- PLAB Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- PLAB analyst price target and Smart Rating
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PLAB Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Photronics Inc (PLAB)
PLAB appears undervalued based on the Graham Formula, trading 22% below its estimated fair value of $48.86.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Photronics Inc (PLAB) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
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 operating margin, price/book, profit margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Photronics Inc (PLAB) Key Strengths (5)
97.59% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Strong operational efficiency: $24 kept per $100 revenue
Trading at 1.77x book value, attractively priced
Strong profitability: $16 kept per $100 revenue
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
Supporting Valuation Data
Photronics Inc (PLAB) Areas to Watch (5)
Paying a premium for growth, expensive relative to earnings expansion
Modest revenue growth at 6.10%
Modest earnings growth at 8.80%
Moderate profitability with room for improvement
Revenue is fairly priced at 2.48x sales
Photronics Inc (PLAB) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 63/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 8.2/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 4.6/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., Operating Margin, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including Price/Book (1.77) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 24.40%, Profit Margin at 15.80%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (2.64), Price/Sales (2.48) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 6.10%, EPS Growth at 8.80%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 12.20%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether PEG Ratio improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 12.20% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 6.10% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Institutional Own., Operating Margin) and negatives (PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth). 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.
PLAB Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
PLAB's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.48x trades 124% above its historical average of 1.11x (99th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 2% below its historical high of 2.53x set in Mar 2026, and 4042% above its historical low of 0.06x in Nov 2008.
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Data-driven financial summary for Photronics Inc (PLAB) · TECHNOLOGY › SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS
The Big Picture
Photronics Inc is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 862M with 6% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 15.8% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
ROE of 1220.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 50M in free cash flow and 97M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
What to Watch Next
Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.50, 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 Photronics Inc.
Bottom Line
Photronics Inc is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 15.8% 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.
Insider Transactions(30 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
LEE, KANG JYH Director | Sell | -10,000 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
LEE, KANG JYH Director | Sell | -10,000 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
LEE, KANG JYH Director | Sell | -10,000 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
LEE, KANG JYH Director | Sell | -10,000 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
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About Photronics Inc(PLAB)
NASDAQ
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Photronics, Inc. manufactures and sells photomask products and services in the United States, Taiwan, Korea, Europe, China, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Brookfield, Connecticut.