Verde Servicos Internacionais S.A. Makes New $10.44 Million Investment in Applied Materials, Inc. $AMAT

Verde Servicos Internacionais S.A. bought a new position in Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) during the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm bought 20,409 shares of the manufacturing equipment provider’s stock, valued at approximately $10,437,000. Applied Materials accounts for about 3.6% of Verde Servicos Internacionais S.A.’s portfolio, making the stock its 9th biggest position.

Several other institutional investors have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Penobscot Investment Management Company Inc. grew its holdings in Applied Materials by 1.1% in the 3rd quarter. Penobscot Investment Management Company Inc. now owns 17,741 shares of the manufacturing equipment provider’s stock valued at $9,072,000 after buying an additional 190 shares during the last quarter. Center for Financial Planning Inc. lifted its holdings in shares of Applied Materials by 18.4% during the third quarter. Center for Financial Planning Inc. now owns 886 shares of the manufacturing equipment provider’s stock worth $453,000 after buying an additional 138 shares during the last quarter. WESPAC Advisors LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Applied Materials by 12.8% during the third quarter. WESPAC Advisors LLC now owns 902 shares of the manufacturing equipment provider’s stock worth $461,000 after buying an additional 102 shares during the last quarter. Verdence Capital Advisors LLC boosted its position in shares of Applied Materials by 6.0% in the third quarter. Verdence Capital Advisors LLC now owns 38,011 shares of the manufacturing equipment provider’s stock valued at $19,438,000 after acquiring an additional 2,152 shares during the period. Finally, Flagship Harbor Advisors LLC boosted its position in shares of Applied Materials by 26.4% in the third quarter. Flagship Harbor Advisors LLC now owns 7,088 shares of the manufacturing equipment provider’s stock valued at $3,624,000 after acquiring an additional 1,482 shares during the period. Institutional investors own 80.56% of the company’s stock.

Applied Materials Price Performance

Shares of NASDAQ:AMAT opened at $395.93 on Wednesday. Applied Materials, Inc. has a 1-year low of $203.40 and a 1-year high of $739.67. The business’s 50 day moving average is $463.24 and its 200-day moving average is $441.94.

Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT) last issued its earnings results on Thursday, August 13th. The manufacturing equipment provider reported $3.50 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.40 by $0.10. The firm had revenue of $9.12 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $8.99 billion. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 24.8% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $2.48 earnings per share. Applied Materials has set its Q4 2026 guidance at 3.820-4.220 EPS. As a group, analysts anticipate that Applied Materials, Inc. will post 12.79 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Applied Materials Announces Dividend

The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 10th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, November 19th will be issued a $0.53 dividend. This represents a $2.12 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.5%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, November 19th.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

Several brokerages have recently issued reports on AMAT. Seaport Research Partners restated a “buy” rating and issued a $575.00 price objective (up from $500.00) on shares of Applied Materials in a research note on Friday, August 14th. Evercore set a $590.00 target price on shares of Applied Materials in a research note on Thursday, October 15th. William Blair initiated coverage on shares of Applied Materials in a report on Tuesday, August 11th. They issued a “market perform” rating for the company. Argus set a $600.00 price target on shares of Applied Materials and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, August 18th. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group boosted their price objective on shares of Applied Materials from $645.00 to $670.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Friday, August 14th. Thirty investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and nine have issued a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $632.70.

Applied Materials News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Applied Materials this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Applied Materials is increasing its stake in BE Semiconductor Industries (BESI) to approximately 20% from 9%. The accelerated share purchase reinforces a long-term partnership focused on hybrid bonding and advanced chip-packaging equipment used in artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. BESI shares rose sharply following the announcement, highlighting investor interest in the deal’s strategic value. Applied Materials to Increase its Strategic Investment in BE Semiconductor Industries
• Positive Sentiment: The larger BESI investment gives AMAT deeper exposure to next-generation chip interconnect technology and signals management’s confidence that AI-driven advanced packaging demand will remain durable. The move could also improve collaboration and future product opportunities. Applied Materials to Increase its Strategic Investment in BE Semiconductor Industries
• Positive Sentiment: Bernstein reiterated a Buy rating on Applied Materials, while recent coverage focused on the company’s potential to reach a 40% margin target. ETF purchases reported for October 23 may provide an additional source of demand for the stock. Applied Materials Receives a Buy from Bernstein
• Neutral Sentiment: Applied Materials’ latest reported quarter showed strong momentum, with revenue up 24.8% year over year and earnings exceeding consensus estimates. Its projected fourth-quarter EPS range of $3.82 to $4.22 provides a near-term earnings catalyst, although valuation and execution expectations are elevated.
• Negative Sentiment: A broader semiconductor-equipment selloff, concerns that AI enthusiasm may cool and the stock’s position below its key moving averages could limit gains. The BESI transaction also commits capital to a strategic investment before its financial benefits are fully established. Semiconductor Equipment Selloff Challenges Applied Materials

Insider Buying and Selling at Applied Materials

In other Applied Materials news, CFO Brice Hill sold 7,500 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, August 25th. The shares were sold at an average price of $479.25, for a total value of $3,594,375.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief financial officer directly owned 128,613 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $61,637,780.25. The trade was a 5.51% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, Director Judy Bruner sold 1,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, September 8th. The stock was sold at an average price of $465.00, for a total transaction of $465,000.00. Following the transaction, the director owned 25,544 shares in the company, valued at $11,877,960. The trade was a 3.77% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Insiders have sold 9,225 shares of company stock valued at $4,454,181 in the last 90 days. 0.30% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Applied Materials Company Profile

Applied Materials, Inc is a technology company that supplies equipment, services and software used to manufacture semiconductors and advanced displays. Its products help customers fabricate the integrated circuits and other components used in computers, mobile devices, data centers, automobiles and a range of connected technologies.

The company’s offerings include systems for materials engineering, wafer fabrication, inspection and process control, along with equipment and services designed to improve manufacturing productivity and yield.