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
Phone281-295-1800
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$267.46 million
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees2,956
Next Earnings Date5/14/2019 (Estimated)
OptionableOptionable
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) announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, February, 21st. The semiconductor company reported ($0.16) earnings per share for the quarter, meeting the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of ($0.16). The semiconductor company earned $58.02 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $60.78 million. Applied Optoelectronics had a negative net margin of 0.80% and a positive return on equity of 3.06%. View Applied Optoelectronics' Earnings History.
When is Applied Optoelectronics' next earnings date?
What guidance has Applied Optoelectronics issued on next quarter's earnings?
Applied Optoelectronics issued an update on its first quarter earnings guidance on Thursday, February, 21st. The company provided earnings per share guidance of ($0.29-0.18) for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus EPS estimate of $0.11. The company issued revenue guidance of $50-55 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $64.61 million.Applied Optoelectronics also updated its Q1 2019 guidance to $-0.29--0.18 EPS.
What price target have analysts set for AAOI?
10 Wall Street analysts have issued 1 year target prices for Applied Optoelectronics' shares. Their forecasts range from $8.00 to $40.00. On average, they expect Applied Optoelectronics' share price to reach $20.7778 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 63.5% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Applied Optoelectronics.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Applied Optoelectronics?
10 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Applied Optoelectronics in the last year. There are currently 4 sell ratings, 5 hold ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for Applied Optoelectronics.
Has Applied Optoelectronics been receiving favorable news coverage?
Press coverage about AAOI stock has been trending neutral recently, InfoTrie Sentiment reports. The research group identifies positive and negative media coverage by monitoring more than six thousand blog and news sources in real-time. The firm ranks coverage of public companies on a scale of -5 to 5, with scores nearest to five being the most favorable. Applied Optoelectronics earned a media sentiment score of 0.5 on InfoTrie's scale. They also assigned news headlines about the semiconductor company a news buzz of 10.0 out of 10, indicating that recent media coverage is extremely likely to have an effect on the stock's share price in the near term.
Who are some of Applied Optoelectronics' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Applied Optoelectronics include Imagination Tech. (IGNMF), Enphase Energy (ENPH), SunPower (SPWR), Nlight (LASR), Hanwha Q Cells (HQCL), Quantenna Communications (QTNA), ChipMOS Technologies (IMOS), CEVA (CEVA), Photronics (PLAB), Himax Technologies (HIMX), JinkoSolar (JKS), Smart Global (SGH), Ichor (ICHR), NVE (NVEC) and Ultra Clean (UCTT).
What other stocks do shareholders of Applied Optoelectronics own?
Who are Applied Optoelectronics' key executives?
Applied Optoelectronics' management team includes the folowing people:
- Dr. Chih-Hsiang Lin, Founder, Chairman, Pres & CEO (Age 56)
- Dr. Stefan J. Murry, CFO & Chief Strategy Officer (Age 46)
- Mr. David C. Kuo, VP, Gen. Counsel & Corp. Sec. (Age 36)
- Dr. Hung-Lun Chang, Sr. VP of Optical Component Bus. Unit & GM of North America (Age 55)
- Mr. Shu-Hua Yeh, Sr. VP of Network Equipment Module Bus. Unit & GM of Asia (Age 53)
Who are Applied Optoelectronics' major shareholders?
Applied Optoelectronics' stock is owned by many different of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include BlackRock Inc. (14.26%), Investment Counselors of Maryland LLC (2.27%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (1.78%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (1.78%), State of Tennessee Treasury Department (1.76%) and Bank of New York Mellon Corp (1.53%). 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 major investors are selling Applied Optoelectronics stock?
AAOI stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Raymond James & Associates, State of Tennessee Treasury Department, Logan Capital Management Inc., Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc., Bank of New York Mellon Corp, Bank of Montreal Can, Brandywine Global Investment Management LLC and HL Financial Services LLC. View Insider Buying and Selling for Applied Optoelectronics.
Which major investors are buying Applied Optoelectronics stock?
AAOI stock was acquired by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Prudential Financial Inc., Amundi Pioneer Asset Management Inc., FMR LLC, Two Sigma Investments LP, California Public Employees Retirement System, Voloridge Investment Management LLC, BlackRock Inc. and Tairen Capital Ltd. 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 $12.71.
How big of a company is Applied Optoelectronics?
Applied Optoelectronics has a market capitalization of $252.67 million and generates $267.46 million in revenue each year. The semiconductor company earns $-2,140,000.00 in net income (profit) each year or $0.53 on an earnings per share basis. Applied Optoelectronics employs 2,956 workers across the globe.
What is Applied Optoelectronics' official website?
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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