Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells various fiber-optic networking products worldwide. It offers optical modules, lasers, transmitters and transceivers, and turn-key equipment, as well as headend, node, and distribution equipment. The company sells its products to Internet data center operators, cable television and telecommunications equipment manufacturers, and Internet service providers through its direct and indirect sales channels. Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Semiconductors & related devices
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorComputer and Technology
SymbolNASDAQ:AAOI
CUSIPN/A
Phone281-295-1800
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.18
Current Ratio3.46
Quick Ratio2.14
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio9.95
Forward P/E Ratio25.06
P/E Growth2.28
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$382.33 million
Price / Sales2.16
Cash Flow$5.2889 per share
Price / Cash7.96
Book Value$17.19 per share
Price / Book2.45
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$4.23
Net Income$73.95 million
Net Margins16.02%
Return on Equity20.82%
Return on Assets15.36%
Miscellaneous
Employees3,054
Outstanding Shares19,580,000
Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:AAOI) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Applied Optoelectronics' stock symbol?
Applied Optoelectronics trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "AAOI."
How were Applied Optoelectronics' earnings last quarter?
Applied Optoelectronics Inc (NASDAQ:AAOI) issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, May, 8th. The semiconductor company reported $0.28 EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.33 by $0.05. The semiconductor company had revenue of $65.20 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $68.94 million. Applied Optoelectronics had a net margin of 16.02% and a return on equity of 20.82%. The business's revenue for the quarter was down 32.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the company posted $1.10 earnings per share. View Applied Optoelectronics' Earnings History.
What guidance has Applied Optoelectronics issued on next quarter's earnings?
Applied Optoelectronics updated its second quarter earnings guidance on Tuesday, May, 8th. The company provided earnings per share guidance of $0.39-$0.52 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.46. The company issued revenue guidance of $75-$81 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $77.48 million.
What price target have analysts set for AAOI?
12 equities research analysts have issued twelve-month target prices for Applied Optoelectronics' shares. Their forecasts range from $25.00 to $90.00. On average, they expect Applied Optoelectronics' stock price to reach $43.7727 in the next year. View Analyst Ratings for Applied Optoelectronics.
Who are some of Applied Optoelectronics' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Applied Optoelectronics include Semtech (SMTC), Cabot Microelectronics (CCMP), BE Semiconductor Industrs (BESIY), Cirrus Logic (CRUS), Tower Semiconductor (TSEM), Power Integrations (POWI), Viavi Solutions (VIAV), Amkor Technology (AMKR), Solaredge Technologies (SEDG), Finisar (FNSR), Diodes (DIOD), Silicon Motion Technology (SIMO), Synaptics (SYNA), Kulicke and Soffa Industries (KLIC) and MACOM Technology Solutions (MTSI).
Who are Applied Optoelectronics' key executives?
Applied Optoelectronics' management team includes the folowing people:
- Dr. Chih-Hsiang Lin Ph.D., Founder, Chairman, Chief Exec. Officer and Pres (Age 55)
- Dr. Stefan J. Murry Ph.D., Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer (Age 45)
- Dr. Hung-Lun Chang Ph.D., Sr. VP & North America GM (Age 54)
- Mr. David C. Kuo, VP, Gen. Counsel & Corp. Sec. (Age 35)
- Mr. Shu-Hua Yeh, Sr. VP of Network Equipment Module Bus. Unit and Asia Gen. Mang. (Age 52)
Has Applied Optoelectronics been receiving favorable news coverage?
News headlines about AAOI stock have been trending somewhat positive on Wednesday, Accern Sentiment reports. Accern identifies negative and positive news coverage by monitoring more than 20 million news and blog sources in real-time. Accern ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of negative one to positive one, with scores closest to one being the most favorable. Applied Optoelectronics earned a news sentiment score of 0.22 on Accern's scale. They also assigned news articles about the semiconductor company an impact score of 44.90 out of 100, meaning that recent news coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an effect on the stock's share price in the next several days.
Who are Applied Optoelectronics' major shareholders?
Applied Optoelectronics' stock is owned by many different of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include BlackRock Inc. (13.08%), State of Tennessee Treasury Department (3.73%), Bloom Tree Partners LLC (1.60%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (1.56%), Guggenheim Capital LLC (1.15%) and Northern Trust Corp (1.11%). Company insiders that own Applied Optoelectronics stock include Alan D Moore, Chewei Lin, Chih-Hsiang (Thompson) Lin, David C Kuo, Hung-Lun (Fred) Chang, Richard B Black, Shu-Hua (Joshua) Yeh, Stefan J Murry and William H Yeh. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Applied Optoelectronics.
Which institutional investors are selling Applied Optoelectronics stock?
AAOI stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including TT International, Newtyn Management LLC, The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company , State of Tennessee Treasury Department, Wells Fargo & Company MN, Schwab Charles Investment Management Inc., Dimensional Fund Advisors LP and BNP Paribas Arbitrage SA. Company insiders that have sold Applied Optoelectronics company stock in the last year include Chewei Lin, Chih-Hsiang (Thompson) Lin, David C Kuo, Richard B Black, Shu-Hua (Joshua) Yeh and Stefan J Murry. View Insider Buying and Selling for Applied Optoelectronics.
Which institutional investors are buying Applied Optoelectronics stock?
AAOI stock was bought by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Bloom Tree Partners LLC, BlackRock Inc., JPMorgan Chase & Co., Guggenheim Capital LLC, Federated Investors Inc. PA, Employees Retirement System of Texas, Credit Agricole S A and SG Americas Securities LLC. View Insider Buying and Selling for Applied Optoelectronics.
How do I buy shares of Applied Optoelectronics?
Shares of AAOI can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Applied Optoelectronics' stock price today?
One share of AAOI stock can currently be purchased for approximately $42.10.
How big of a company is Applied Optoelectronics?
Applied Optoelectronics has a market capitalization of $849.34 million and generates $382.33 million in revenue each year. The semiconductor company earns $73.95 million in net income (profit) each year or $4.23 on an earnings per share basis. Applied Optoelectronics employs 3,054 workers across the globe.
How can I contact Applied Optoelectronics?
Applied Optoelectronics' mailing address is 13139 JESS PIRTLE BLVD, SUGAR LAND TX, 77478. The semiconductor company can be reached via phone at 281-295-1800 or via email at [email protected]
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