AU Optronics (AUOTY) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

AU Optronics Corporation (OTCMKTS: AUOTY) is a Taiwan-based manufacturer specializing in thin-film-transistor liquid crystal displays (TFT-LCDs) and related optical solutions. The company’s primary business activity centers on the design, development and production of high-resolution display panels used in a variety of electronic devices. With a focus on large-sized television panels, desktop monitors, notebook screens, and industrial displays, AU Optronics positions itself as a key supplier to global consumer electronics brands.

In addition to traditional LCD products, AU Optronics has expanded its portfolio to include advanced display technologies such as low-temperature polycrystalline silicon (LTPS) panels, organic light-emitting diode (OLED) prototypes and specialized displays for automotive, medical and industrial applications. The company also provides touch-screen modules, backlight units and optical films that enhance color performance, brightness efficiency and viewing angles, catering to evolving market demands for high-definition and energy-efficient displays.

AU Optronics serves a global customer base, operating manufacturing facilities and R&D centers across Taiwan, mainland China, Japan and Brazil. Its products are integrated into a wide range of end markets, including consumer electronics, information technology, gaming, automotive infotainment systems and commercial signage. Strategic partnerships with OEMs and ODMs in North America, Europe and Asia have helped the company maintain a diversified revenue stream and respond to shifting supply chain requirements.

Founded in 1996 through the merger of Acer Display Technology and Unipac Optoelectronics, AU Optronics has grown through continuous investment in research, quality control and process innovation. The company’s leadership team is headed by Chairwoman Ami Hsu and President & CEO Jason Wang, both of whom emphasize sustainable manufacturing practices and expansion into new display segments. AU Optronics remains committed to advancing next-generation display technologies while strengthening its position in the global flat-panel market.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $4.68 to $4.99
• 50-Day Range: $4.68 to $6.12
• 52-Week Range: $3.99 to $6.40
• Volume: 18,389 shs
• Average Volume: 39,614 shs
• Market Capitalization: $3.61 billion
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

AU Optronics Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

AU Optronics scored higher than 9% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for AU Optronics.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 0.6 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: Growing

Earnings Growth

Earnings for AU Optronics are expected to grow in the coming year, from ($0.26) to ($0.16) per share.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of AU Optronics is -18.04, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of AU Optronics is -18.04, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Short Interest

• Score: 2.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Bearish

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.15% of the float of AU Optronics has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

AU Optronics has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 9.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in AU Optronics has recently increased by 3.50%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing.

Dividend

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Dividend Strength: N/A

Dividend Yield

AU Optronics does not currently pay a dividend.

Dividend Growth

AU Optronics does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.15% of the float of AU Optronics has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

AU Optronics has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 9.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in AU Optronics has recently increased by 3.50%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing.

News and Social Media

• Score: 2.3 / 5
• News Sentiment: N/A

News Sentiment

AU Optronics has a news sentiment score of 1.16. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.83 average news sentiment score of Computer and Technology companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 1 news article for AU Optronics this week, compared to 13 articles on an average week.

Company Ownership

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, AU Optronics insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

16.00% of the stock of AU Optronics is held by insiders. A high percentage of insider ownership can be a sign of company health.

AUOTY Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have AUOTY shares performed this year?

AU Optronics' stock was trading at $4.40 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, AUOTY stock has increased by 6.6% and is now trading at $4.69.

How do I buy shares of AU Optronics?

Shares of AUOTY stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

Company Calendar

• Today: 7/18/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 7/30/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Computer and Technology
• Industry: ELEC - MISC COMPONENTS
• Sub-Industry: Electronic Equipment
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:AUOTY
• CIK: 1172494
• Web: www.auo.com
• Phone: (863) 500-8800
• Fax: 886-3564-3370
• Employees: 67,833
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: N/A
• Net Margins: N/A
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: N/A
• Return on Assets: N/A

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: N/A
• Quick Ratio: N/A

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $8.03 billion
• Price / Sales: 0.47
• Cash Flow: N/A
• Price / Cash Flow: N/A
• Book Value: N/A
• Price / Book: N/A

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 769,940,000
• Free Float: 646,750,000
• Market Cap: $3.76 billion
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.47