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Teradyne (NASDAQ:TER | TER Price Prediction) reports Q2 FY2026 earnings on July 29, giving investors a read into one of the cleanest picks-and-shovels exposures to the AI buildout. The company provides testing equipment used to manufacture AI accelerators, advanced memory, and networking chips.

The company’s Q1 FY2026 earnings report showed that the business’s Semiconductor Test franchise is capturing the test-equipment spend behind every AI accelerator, memory stack, and networking chip going into a data center. That exposure drove Q1 revenue up 87.04% year over year to $1.28 billion, while non-GAAP EPS of $2.56 easily cleared the $2.11 consensus estimate. CEO Greg Smith attributed the record to a “wafer to AI data center strategy,” with roughly 70% of revenue tied to AI-related demand.

3 Reasons Teradyne Has Nearly Doubled in 2026 1. AI demand just sent Teradyne’s profits up 303%. Non-GAAP operating margin expanded to 37.5% in Q1 FY2026, from 20.5% a year earlier. Net income grew 303.36% YoY. Test equipment has fixed R&D and variable revenue, and the AI mix is now pushing incremental margins straight to the bottom line.

2. Valuation is aligned with the growth rate. Shares trade at a forward P/E of 52 against a PEG of 1.462. Analysts’ consensus price target sits at $429.88 vs. a current share price of $349.92, with 12 Buy ratings and 1 Strong Buy against just 1 Sell.

3. Capital returns keep coming. Teradyne paid $702.1 million in FY2025 buybacks and declared a $0.13 quarterly dividend.

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TER Is Growing 9x Faster Than One of Its Closest Rivals Onto Innovation (NYSE:ONTO) is one of Teradyne’s closest process-control comps. It trades at a forward P/E of 34x while growing revenue just 9.5% YoY. TER saw nine times the revenue growth rate at a slightly higher multiple. Cohu (NASDAQ:COHU), a direct semi-test peer, is unprofitable on a TTM basis with an EPS of -$1.19 and a forward P/E of 93.

China Restrictions Have Not Stopped Teradyne’s Boom Bears point to U.S. Commerce Department export controls on semiconductor equipment bound for China. However, we’re seeing signs that AI demand is dwarfing the China headwind, as TER still delivered 87.04% YoY revenue growth and a 17-point margin expansion with the restrictions in place.

Teradyne enters its July 29 Q2 earnings report with exceptional momentum: 87% revenue growth, a 303% increase in net income, and roughly 70% of revenue tied to AI-related demand. The stock’s 52x forward earnings multiple leaves little room for a slowdown, making guidance especially important.

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Wall Street watches a company's quarterly report closely to understand as much as possible about its recent performance and what to expect going forward. Of course, one figure often stands out among the rest: earnings.

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The Zacks Earnings ESP, ExplainedThe Zacks Expected Surprise Prediction, or ESP, works by locking in on the most up-to-date analyst earnings revisions because they can be more accurate than estimates from weeks or even months before the actual release date. The thinking is pretty straightforward: analysts who provide earnings estimates closer to the report are likely to have more information.

Now that we understand the basic idea, let's look at how the Expected Surprise Prediction works. The ESP is calculated by comparing the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate, with the percentage difference between the two giving us the Zacks ESP figure.

When we join a positive earnings ESP with a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) or stronger, stocks posted a positive bottom-line surprise 70% of the time. Plus, this system saw investors produce roughly 28% annual returns on average, according to our 10 year backtest.

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Should You Consider Teradyne?Now that we understand what the ESP is and how beneficial it can be, let's dive into a stock that currently fits the bill. Teradyne (TER - Free Report) earns a #2 (Buy) right now and its Most Accurate Estimate sits at $2.05 a share, just four days from its upcoming earnings release on July 28, 2026.

TER has an Earnings ESP figure of +0.59%, which, as explained above, is calculated by taking the percentage difference between the $2.05 Most Accurate Estimate and the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.04. Teradyne is one of a large database of stocks with positive ESPs. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

TER is one of just a large database of Computer and Technology stocks with positive ESPs. Another solid-looking stock is Lam Research (LRCX - Free Report) .

Slated to report earnings on July 29, 2026, Lam Research holds a #2 (Buy) ranking on the Zacks Rank, and its Most Accurate Estimate is $1.71 a share five days from its next quarterly update.

For Lam Research, the percentage difference between its Most Accurate Estimate and its Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.69 is +1.38%.

TER and LRCX's positive ESP metrics may signal that a positive earnings surprise for both stocks is on the horizon.

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Teradyne (TER - Free Report) closed at $369.46 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.22% move from the prior day. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.14%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a drop of 0.01%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw a decrease of 0.57%.

Shares of the maker of wireless products, data storage and equipment to test semiconductors witnessed a loss of 10.97% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Computer and Technology sector with its loss of 4.82%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.25%.

The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Teradyne in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on July 28, 2026. In that report, analysts expect Teradyne to post earnings of $2.04 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 257.89%. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $1.22 billion, indicating a 86.42% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.

For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $7.2 per share and a revenue of $4.53 billion, signifying shifts of +81.82% and +42.08%, respectively, from the last year.

It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Teradyne. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.

Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming stock price performance. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, there's been a 1.59% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Teradyne presently features a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).

Digging into valuation, Teradyne currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 51.93. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 25.44, so one might conclude that Teradyne is trading at a premium comparatively.

It is also worth noting that TER currently has a PEG ratio of 1.08. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. The Electronics - Miscellaneous Products industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 1.66 as of yesterday's close.

The Electronics - Miscellaneous Products industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 65, this industry ranks in the top 27% of all industries, numbering over 250.

The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when Teradyne (TER - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended June 2026. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The earnings report, which is expected to be released on July 28, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis maker of wireless products, data storage and equipment to test semiconductors is expected to post quarterly earnings of $2.04 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +257.9%.

Revenues are expected to be $1.22 billion, up 86.4% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Teradyne?For Teradyne, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +0.59%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #2.

So, this combination indicates that Teradyne will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Teradyne would post earnings of $2.11 per share when it actually produced earnings of $2.56, delivering a surprise of +21.33%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates four times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Teradyne appears a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

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Amova Asset Management Americas Inc. decreased its holdings in Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER – Free Report) by 49.5% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 555,597 shares of the company’s stock after selling 544,236 shares during the quarter. Teradyne accounts for approximately 2.3% of Amova Asset Management Americas Inc.’s holdings, making the stock its 13th biggest holding. Amova Asset Management Americas Inc. owned 0.35% of Teradyne worth $164,629,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.

Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd bought a new stake in shares of Teradyne in the 4th quarter valued at approximately $28,000. CYBER HORNET ETFs LLC bought a new stake in Teradyne in the second quarter valued at $35,000. Thurston Springer Miller Herd & Titak Inc. acquired a new position in Teradyne during the fourth quarter worth $37,000. True Wealth Design LLC raised its stake in Teradyne by 49.6% during the fourth quarter. True Wealth Design LLC now owns 211 shares of the company’s stock worth $41,000 after acquiring an additional 70 shares in the last quarter. Finally, University of Texas Texas AM Investment Management Co. bought a new position in shares of Teradyne during the fourth quarter valued at $41,000. Institutional investors own 99.77% of the company’s stock.

Insider Buying and Selling In other news, VP Ryan Driscoll sold 680 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Thursday, May 7th. The stock was sold at an average price of $377.60, for a total transaction of $256,768.00. Following the transaction, the vice president owned 7,665 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $2,894,304. This represents a 8.15% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this link. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, insider Shannon John Poulin sold 1,008 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, May 21st. The shares were sold at an average price of $345.37, for a total value of $348,132.96. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider owned 15,066 shares in the company, valued at approximately $5,203,344.42. This represents a 6.27% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Insiders sold 14,941 shares of company stock worth $5,444,112 in the last quarter. Insiders own 0.19% of the company’s stock.

Teradyne Stock Up 3.5% Shares of NASDAQ:TER opened at $333.76 on Tuesday. Teradyne, Inc. has a 12 month low of $89.18 and a 12 month high of $487.91. The company’s 50-day moving average price is $381.40 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $329.05. The firm has a market cap of $52.25 billion, a P/E ratio of 61.81, a P/E/G ratio of 0.93 and a beta of 1.74.

Teradyne (NASDAQ:TER – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, April 29th. The company reported $2.56 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.11 by $0.45. Teradyne had a net margin of 22.55% and a return on equity of 31.79%. The company had revenue of $1.28 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.20 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the firm posted $0.75 earnings per share. The company’s revenue was up 87.0% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, equities analysts predict that Teradyne, Inc. will post 7.2 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Teradyne Increases Dividend The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, June 12th. Investors of record on Thursday, May 21st were issued a $0.13 dividend. This is an increase from Teradyne’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.12. This represents a $0.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.2%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Thursday, May 21st. Teradyne’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 9.63%.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several equities research analysts have recently weighed in on TER shares. Morgan Stanley set a $387.00 target price on shares of Teradyne in a report on Thursday, April 30th. Stifel Nicolaus boosted their price target on shares of Teradyne from $325.00 to $390.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, April 28th. Cantor Fitzgerald upped their price objective on shares of Teradyne from $400.00 to $550.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research note on Monday, June 29th. Evercore set a $370.00 price objective on shares of Teradyne in a report on Thursday, April 30th. Finally, Susquehanna raised their price objective on shares of Teradyne from $415.00 to $550.00 and gave the stock a “positive” rating in a report on Tuesday, June 30th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twelve have issued a Buy rating and three have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $394.53.

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Teradyne Profile (Free Report)

Teradyne, Inc is a global supplier of automatic test equipment and related services principally used to test semiconductors, wireless products and complex electronic systems. Founded in 1960, the company is headquartered in North Reading, Massachusetts, and has a long history of developing capital equipment and software that help semiconductor manufacturers, electronics OEMs and contract manufacturers validate product performance and reliability during design and production.

The company’s product portfolio centers on automatic test equipment (ATE) and system-level test solutions that address chip- and board-level validation, burn-in and reliability screening.

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I rate Teradyne a buy with a $484 price target, implying 43% upside from the current level of $339. TER's earnings model is being rebuilt around AI, benefiting from increased chip complexity and broader testing requirements across the AI supply chain. I estimate AI compute, photonics, robotics, and a recovery in mobile, automotive, and industrial testing can add approximately $5.11 in incremental EPS.

NORTH READING, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ: TER) will release financial results for the second quarter 2026 on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) or later. A conference call to discuss the second quarter results, along with management's business outlook, will follow at 8:30 a.m. ET, Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Interested investors should access the webcast at investors.teradyne.com/events-presentations at least five minutes before the call begins. Presentatio.

Key Takeaways TER benefits from AI data center demand, with Q1 2026 revenues soaring 87% year over year. TER's AI-related demand made up nearly 70% of revenues, up from about 60% in the prior quarter. TER faces competition from Advantest and Vertiv as both expand in AI and data center markets. Teradyne (TER - Free Report) is benefiting from the explosive growth in datacenter demand, particularly driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and the ongoing build-out of AI-centric infrastructure. In the first quarter of 2026, Teradyne reported revenues of approximately $1.3 billion, an 87% year-over-year increase and 18% above its previous record. This surge is directly tied to the company’s strategic focus on the ‘wafer to AI data center’ market, where AI-related demand accounted for nearly 70% of revenues, up from about 60% in the previous quarter.

The datacenter segment, especially devices that support AI workloads, has become a major source of revenue. In the auto/industrial segment, 46% of revenues came from datacenter devices in the first quarter of 2026. This marks a significant shift from past trends.

Teradyne is also seeing robust demand for memory test solutions, especially for high-bandwidth memory and DRAM, both of which are critical for AI compute applications. The company’s recent product launches, such as the Photon 100 for silicon photonics and Omnyx for server board testing, further strengthen its position in the rapidly evolving data center market. Strategic acquisitions and joint ventures, like the MultiLane Test Products partnership and the acquisition of TestInsight, further strengthen Teradyne’s capabilities in high-speed I/O and design-to-test software.

Teradyne expects continued robust demand, especially as AI data center build-outs drive increased need for compute, networking and memory test solutions. For the second quarter of 2026, Teradyne expects revenues in the range of $1.15-$1.25 billion.

Teradyne Suffers From Stiff CompetitionTeradyne is facing stiff competition from companies such as Advantest Corporation (ATEYY - Free Report) and Vertiv (VRT - Free Report) . Both Advantest and Vertiv are also expanding their footprints in the AI and data center markets.

In June 2026, Advantest and OpenLight partnered to develop silicon photonics test solutions for high-volume manufacturing, addressing growing demand for AI and high-performance computing applications. The collaboration aims to accelerate scalable production of next-generation optical interconnects for AI data centers.

In June 2026, Vertiv announced the completion of its acquisition of ThermoKey S.p.A., a move that enhances Vertiv’s thermal management portfolio, expands its heat rejection and heat-exchange capabilities and strengthens its long-standing relationships with OEMs and system integrators serving data centers and other critical infrastructure markets worldwide.

TER’s Share Price Performance, Valuation, and EstimatesTeradyne shares have surged 81.6% in the year-to-date period, outperforming the Zacks Computer & Technology sector’s growth of 14.7% and the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Products increase of 53.3%.

TER Stock Performance
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TER stock is trading at a premium with a forward 12-month Price/Sales of 11.01X compared with the Electronics - Miscellaneous Products industry’s 8.31X. TER has a Value Score of D.

TER Valuation
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal 2026 earnings is pegged at $7.20 per share, which has increased 1.55% over the past 30 days. This suggests 81.82% year-over-year growth.

Teradyne currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 (Strong Buy) Rank stocks here.

Teradyne (TER - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $351.57, moving +2.47% from the previous trading session. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.28%. At the same time, the Dow lost 1.09%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.2%.

Shares of the maker of wireless products, data storage and equipment to test semiconductors witnessed a loss of 7.07% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Computer and Technology sector with its loss of 1.22%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.64%.

The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Teradyne in its forthcoming earnings report. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $2.04, signifying a 257.89% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $1.22 billion, indicating a 86.43% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.

TER's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $7.2 per share and revenue of $4.53 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +81.82% and +42.08%, respectively.

It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Teradyne. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.

Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system.

Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 1.59% higher. Teradyne is currently a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

In the context of valuation, Teradyne is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 47.64. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 26.52.

It is also worth noting that TER currently has a PEG ratio of 0.99. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. Electronics - Miscellaneous Products stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.74 based on yesterday's closing prices.

The Electronics - Miscellaneous Products industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 65, which puts it in the top 27% of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

Remember to apply Zacks.com to follow these and more stock-moving metrics during the upcoming trading sessions.

Robotics and AI infrastructure stocks have ripped higher in 2026, and the path of least resistance still points up as humanoid pilots scale and AI data center spend keeps compounding. Three names give investors differentiated exposure to the buildout: chip-test giant Teradyne, lidar perception specialist Ouster and precision-sensor maker Vishay Precision Group. Each ran hard into July, each is tied to a concrete AI or robotics catalyst, and each carries a valuation that demands scrutiny.

Teradyne (TER) Teradyne (NASDAQ:TER | TER Price Prediction) has become the cleanest pure play on AI semiconductor test, with a robotics business riding shotgun. The stock trades at $381.46 as of July 6, up 84% year to date and 321% over the past year, with a market cap near $59.75 billion.

The Q1 fiscal 2026 report (filed April 29, 2026) was the kind of number that re-rates a stock. Revenue hit $1.28 billion, up 87% year over year, beating the $1.21 billion consensus by 6%. Non-GAAP EPS of $2.56 crushed the $2.11 estimate, marking the fourth straight EPS beat. Non-GAAP operating margin expanded to 38% from 21% a year ago. CEO Greg Smith credited the result to a strategy where “approximately 70% of our revenue tied to AI-related demand” flows through testing every wafer headed for AI data centers.

Bull case: Every accelerator, custom ASIC, and HBM stack needs test capacity. The Semiconductor Test segment alone generated $1.11 billion in Q1, while the Robotics arm contributed $91 million with cobot demand picking up alongside factory automation.

Risk: Valuation is stretched. Teradyne carries a P/E of 86, and the analyst consensus target sits at $398.71, well below the current price. Q2 guidance of $1.15 billion to $1.25 billion implies a sequential step-down, and any AI capex pause or fresh China export curb would hit the multiple hard.

Ouster (OUST) Ouster (NASDAQ:OUST) is the most direct way to play perception hardware for what CEO Angus Pacala calls Physical AI. Shares trade around $49.94 as of July 6, up 114% this year and 123% over the past year.

Q1 2026 product revenue hit a record $48.23 million, up 55% year over year, with total revenue of $48.58 million growing 49%. GAAP gross margin expanded 200 basis points to 43%, and Ouster shipped more than 12,600 sensors including its newly acquired Stereolabs camera vision lineup. Q2 guidance calls for revenue of $49.5 million to $52.5 million.

Bull case: Pacala framed the new Rev8 OS platform as positioning Ouster as “the foundational sensing and perception platform for Physical AI”, with “strong demand from companies building foundational AI models and advanced robotics platforms.” Million-dollar BlueCity smart-infrastructure and industrial automation contracts add a recurring revenue cadence beyond auto/trucking pilots, and the company sits on $175 million in cash and liquidity.

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Risk: Ouster is still GAAP unprofitable, posting a Q1 net loss of $0.28 per share with trailing EPS of -$0.93. The price-to-sales ratio of 14.44 and a beta of 3.243 mean any flinch in AI spend or robotics deployment timelines could trigger a sharp reset. The consensus analyst target of $46.86 sits well below today’s price.

Vishay Precision Group (VPG) Vishay Precision Group (NYSE:VPG) is the picks-and-shovels humanoid robotics play. Shares trade at $126.17 as of July 6, up 221% in 2026 and 347% over the past year, on a market cap near $1.68B.

Q1 fiscal 2026 revenue came in at $84.35 million, beating the $77.08 million estimate by 9% and rising 18% YoY. Adjusted non-GAAP diluted EPS was 7 cents versus a $0 estimate. Bookings of $102.1 million jumped 26% sequentially, producing a consolidated book-to-bill of 1.21 and a Sensors-segment book-to-bill of 1.36. CEO Ziv Shoshani highlighted “$1.0 million of orders booked in the first quarter and initial engineering discussions underway with a fourth humanoid developer.”

Bull case: VPG sensors slot into humanoid robot joints, AI server racks, semiconductor equipment, and military/space programs. FY2025 humanoid-related orders reached $37.8 million, beating the company’s $30 million target. Q2 guidance of $85 million to $90 million at constant FX suggests the order strength is converting.

Risk: The valuation is the loudest red flag in this group. VPG’s P/E sits at 284, the analyst consensus target is $94.67, and operating cash flow turned negative in Q1 as management invests ahead of demand. Any cooling in humanoid commercialization timelines could compress the multiple quickly.

What to watch in July All three names sit at historically rich multiples, but each owns a defensible position in the AI/robotics stack: Teradyne in chip test, Ouster in perception, VPG in precision sensing. Q2 earnings season will be the next gating event. Keep an eye on AI capex commentary from hyperscalers, humanoid order updates from VPG, and any incremental Stereolabs revenue contribution at Ouster as catalysts that justify, or puncture, the rallies.

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Markets are starting the week with a decidedly bullish posture, picking up where a strong week left off and carrying fresh record highs into today’s session. Nasdaq 100 futures are leading the charge, advancing 1.1%, while S&P 500 futures are adding 0.4% and Dow futures are holding just below the flatline as sentiment across the tech space shifts noticeably to the upside.

Tech stocks are wasting no time making their presence felt in early trade. The State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF is climbing more than 1%, with Western Digital (NASDAQ:WDC) jumping 3% and Teradyne (NASDAQ:TER) surging 4% leading the way. Marvell Technology (NASDAQ:MRVL) and Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) are also posting gains of more than 3% and 2% respectively, signaling a tech sector that is reclaiming its footing after last week’s bout of volatility and heading into earnings season with renewed conviction.

Here’s a look at where things stand as of  pre-market trading:

Dow Jones Industrial Average: 53,087 Down 0.18%
Nasdaq Composite: 29,854 Up 1.01%
S&P 500: 7,554 Up 0.35%

Market Movers Memory chip stocks are finding their footing in premarket trade after a chorus of analyst notes reframed last week’s selling as an opportunity. UBS projects the DRAM market will remain in short supply through at least 2028, and both Citi and Bank of America revised their outlooks higher on the strength of AI demand, collectively pushing back against any narrative that the sector’s best days are behind it.

Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) and Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) deepened their decades-long technology alliance, extending their collaboration through 2031 under new multi-year agreements covering Broadcom’s development and supply of custom ASIC silicon across several generations of Apple products.

Goldman Sachs raised its price target on Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) to $640 from $450, holding its Buy rating as the chipmaker’s AI positioning continues to draw institutional conviction.

Morgan Stanley is making the case that the AI trade is quietly reshuffling its leadership. The firm sees chips losing their grip as the sector’s dominant force, with investors gravitating toward names that sat out much of the rally. Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), and Meta (NASDAQ:META) are now Morgan Stanley’s preferred AI plays, with the firm arguing their proven business models give them arsenal that pure-play semiconductor names struggle to match.

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Index Dow Jones +1,14 % na 52899,42 b. S&P 500 -0,01 % na 7482,7 b. Nasdaq Composite -0,8 % na 25832,67 b.

Ve čtvrteční seanci se index Dow Jones udržel v kladných úrovních a připsal si zisk 1,14%, ale širší index S&P 500  neudržel zisk ze začátku obchodování, ale nakonec ztráty korigoval ke konci obchodního dne  a uzavřel -0,01%. Citelněji oslabil technologický sektor, kde index Nasdaq Composite si odepsal -0,8%.  Dolar na páru s eurempo reportu Změny pracovních míst silněji oslabil o -0,44% tj. 1,1427 USD/EUR. Lehká ropa WTI i přes oslabující dolar pokračovala v poklesu a dnes si odepsala -0,2% a dostala se k úrovni 68,5 USD/barel. Oslabující dolar dnes vyhovoval žlutému kovu, který zpevnil o 1,2% a zlato se tak dostalo k úrovni 4 132 USD/Troy. unci. Na celkovém poklesu indexu  S&P 500 měl dnes největší zásluhu sektor Informační technologie se ztrátou -1,5%, dále Komunikační služby  -0,8% a se stejným výsledkem Zbytná spotřeba -0,8%. Naopak většímu poklesu indexu byl dnes největší brzdou sektor Zdravotní péče se ziskem 2,6%, dále Nezbytná spotřeba 2,4% a také Utility 2,3%. 

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Teradyne (TER 9.24%) may not build the AI chips, but its testing systems could become increasingly critical as AI hardware gets more complex, expensive, and failure-sensitive. The bullish case hinges on a widening validation bottleneck across chips, memory, photonics, and data centers, but the valuation risk makes this story far from simple.

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In the latest close session, Teradyne (TER - Free Report) was down 7.44% at $436.86. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which registered a daily loss of 0.05%. Elsewhere, the Dow lost 0.09%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.24%.

The maker of wireless products, data storage and equipment to test semiconductors's shares have seen an increase of 23.34% over the last month, surpassing the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 2.81% and the S&P 500's loss of 1.42%.

The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Teradyne in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $2.04, showcasing a 257.89% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $1.22 billion, up 86.43% from the year-ago period.

Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $7.2 per share and revenue of $4.53 billion, indicating changes of +81.82% and +42.08%, respectively, compared to the previous year.

Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Teradyne. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.

Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 1.59% increase. Teradyne currently has a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).

In terms of valuation, Teradyne is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 65.53. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 29.47, so one might conclude that Teradyne is trading at a premium comparatively.

Investors should also note that TER has a PEG ratio of 1.36 right now. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. The Electronics - Miscellaneous Products was holding an average PEG ratio of 1.71 at yesterday's closing price.

The Electronics - Miscellaneous Products industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 54, this industry ranks in the top 23% of all industries, numbering over 250.

The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

Make sure to utilize Zacks.com to follow all of these stock-moving metrics, and more, in the coming trading sessions.

The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price. Do they really matter, though?

Let's take a look at what these Wall Street heavyweights have to say about Teradyne (TER - Free Report) before we discuss the reliability of brokerage recommendations and how to use them to your advantage.

Teradyne currently has an average brokerage recommendation (ABR) of 1.53, on a scale of 1 to 5 (Strong Buy to Strong Sell), calculated based on the actual recommendations (Buy, Hold, Sell, etc.) made by 17 brokerage firms. An ABR of 1.53 approximates between Strong Buy and Buy.

Of the 17 recommendations that derive the current ABR, 12 are Strong Buy and one is Buy. Strong Buy and Buy respectively account for 70.6% and 5.9% of all recommendations.

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While the ABR calls for buying Teradyne, it may not be wise to make an investment decision solely based on this information. Several studies have shown limited to no success of brokerage recommendations in guiding investors to pick stocks with the best price increase potential.

Do you wonder why? As a result of the vested interest of brokerage firms in a stock they cover, their analysts tend to rate it with a strong positive bias. According to our research, brokerage firms assign five "Strong Buy" recommendations for every "Strong Sell" recommendation.

This means that the interests of these institutions are not always aligned with those of retail investors, giving little insight into the direction of a stock's future price movement. It would therefore be best to use this information to validate your own analysis or a tool that has proven to be highly effective at predicting stock price movements.

Zacks Rank, our proprietary stock rating tool with an impressive externally audited track record, categorizes stocks into five groups, ranging from Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), and is an effective indicator of a stock's price performance in the near future. Therefore, using the ABR to validate the Zacks Rank could be an efficient way of making a profitable investment decision.

ABR Should Not Be Confused With Zacks RankAlthough both Zacks Rank and ABR are displayed in a range of 1--5, they are different measures altogether.

Broker recommendations are the sole basis for calculating the ABR, which is typically displayed in decimals (such as 1.28). The Zacks Rank, on the other hand, is a quantitative model designed to harness the power of earnings estimate revisions. It is displayed in whole numbers -- 1 to 5.

It has been and continues to be the case that analysts employed by brokerage firms are overly optimistic with their recommendations. Because of their employers' vested interests, these analysts issue more favorable ratings than their research would support, misguiding investors far more often than helping them.

On the other hand, earnings estimate revisions are at the core of the Zacks Rank. And empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

Furthermore, the different grades of the Zacks Rank are applied proportionately across all stocks for which brokerage analysts provide earnings estimates for the current year. In other words, at all times, this tool maintains a balance among the five ranks it assigns.

There is also a key difference between the ABR and Zacks Rank when it comes to freshness. When you look at the ABR, it may not be up-to-date. Nonetheless, since brokerage analysts constantly revise their earnings estimates to reflect changing business trends, and their actions get reflected in the Zacks Rank quickly enough, it is always timely in predicting future stock prices.

Is TER Worth Investing In?Looking at the earnings estimate revisions for Teradyne, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has increased 2% over the past month to $7.23.

Analysts' growing optimism over the company's earnings prospects, as indicated by strong agreement among them in revising EPS estimates higher, could be a legitimate reason for the stock to soar in the near term.

The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) for Teradyne. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>>

Therefore, the Buy-equivalent ABR for Teradyne may serve as a useful guide for investors.

Key Takeaways Teradyne is seeing AI demand near 70% of Q1 2026 revenues, up from about 60% in the prior quarter. TER expanded AI test offerings with a TEL partnership for chiplet-based 2.5D and 3D architectures. AMAT expects more than 80% of 2026 WFE growth from leading-edge logic, DRAM and packaging. Teradyne (TER - Free Report) and Applied Materials (AMAT - Free Report) are major players in the semiconductor market. While Teradyne focuses on semiconductor test equipment and automation solutions, Applied Materials specializes in semiconductor manufacturing equipment used to fabricate advanced chips.

So, TER or AMAT — Which of these Semiconductor stocks has the greater upside potential? Let’s find out.

The Case for TER StockTeradyne is benefiting from the growing demand for AI infrastructure, which is driving robust growth across its semiconductor test and robotics divisions. Growth is largely attributed to the accelerating demand for AI and data center technologies, with AI-related demand accounting for nearly 70% of Teradyne’s revenues in the first quarter of 2026, up from about 60% in the previous quarter.

The company’s product innovation is supporting its growth. Teradyne’s introduction, like the Photon 100 platform for silicon photonics and co-packaged optics testing and the Omnyx production board test platform, addresses critical needs in AI data center build-outs. The Photon 100 is expected to contribute to a TAM expansion opportunity that could reach $300 million to $700 million per year over the midterm.

Teradyne’s expanding portfolio has been noteworthy. The company recently announced a known good device screening test cell solution. This solution was developed in partnership with Tokyo Electron (TEL) for AI and data center semiconductor applications. It combines Teradyne’s UltraFLEXplus test platform with TEL’s Prexa SDP prober. This combination allows for high-quality device screening across advanced packaging flows.

The solution is designed for chiplet-based 2.5D and 3D architectures. It helps improve yield, boost reliability, and lower integration risks in high-volume manufacturing. Its open ecosystem architecture provides flexibility for integration with various probe cards, manipulators and interface technologies.

The Case for AMAT StockApplied Materials is emerging as one of the biggest beneficiaries of the AI-driven semiconductor investment cycle. The company is seeing AI adoption broaden and diversify, which is pushing wafer fab equipment spending toward leading-edge foundry-logic, DRAM and advanced packaging. Management expects these three areas to drive more than 80% of year-over-year total WFE growth in calendar 2026, a trend likely to persist into 2027.

AMAT’s innovative product portfolio has been noteworthy. In the second quarter of fiscal 2026, the company introduced new products like Trillium ALD and Precision Selective Nitride PECVD. These products aim to improve transistor performance, lower power consumption and support Gate-All-Around manufacturing. With the growing demand for AI infrastructure worldwide, AMAT is likely to expand its reach in 2026 and beyond.

Advanced packaging represents another significant long-term growth driver. As AI processors get more complex and diverse, chipmakers are relying more heavily on 3D chiplet architectures, HBM integration and advanced packaging technologies to boost performance and energy efficiency. Applied Materials anticipates that packaging revenues will increase by more than 50% in 2026.

The company’s new partnerships and collaborations with major industry players such as TSMC, Samsung, SK hynix and Micron have been noteworthy. In the second quarter of fiscal 2026, AMAT announced an innovation partnership with TSMC at its EPIC Center in Silicon Valley to accelerate the development and commercialization of next-generation semiconductor technologies for AI through advances in materials engineering, equipment innovation and process integration.

Price Performance and Valuation of TER and AMATIn the trailing 12-month period, shares of Teradyne and AMAT have skyrocketed 373.6% and 243%, respectively. The outperformance in Teradyne can be attributed to strong AI-related demand, which is driving significant investments in cloud AI build-out as customers accelerate production of a wide range of AI accelerators, networking, memory and power devices.

Despite AMAT’s expanding portfolio, the company is suffering from high China exposure amid changing export rules, the inherently cyclical nature of capital spending and intense competition across the semiconductor market.

TER and AMAT Stock Performance
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Valuation-wise, Teradyne and AMAT shares are currently overvalued, as suggested by a Value Score of F.

In terms of forward 12-month Price/Sales, TER shares are trading at 12.93X, higher than AMAT’s 12.19X.

TER and AMAT Valuation
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How Do Earnings Estimates Compare for TER & AMAT?The Zacks Consensus Estimate for TER’s 2026 earnings is pegged at $7.09 per share, which has been unchanged over the past 30 days. This indicates a 79.04% increase year over year.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AMAT’s fiscal 2026 earnings is pegged at $12.10 per share, which has increased 2.19% over the past 30 days. This indicates a 28.45% increase year over year.

Teradyne earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in all the trailing four quarters, delivering an average surprise of 17.05%. Applied Materials earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in all the trailing four quarters, delivering an average surprise of 6.06%. The average surprise of Teradyne is higher than that of Applied Materials.

ConclusionWhile both Teradyne and Applied Materials are well-positioned to benefit from the AI-driven semiconductor upcycle, Teradyne appears to offer greater upside potential due to its stronger AI exposure, faster earnings growth outlook and expanding opportunities in semiconductor testing and advanced packaging.

Despite AMAT’s expanding product portfolio and solid earnings outlook, the company faces headwinds from its significant exposure to China, evolving export restrictions and the cyclical nature of wafer fabrication spending, which could limit its near-term upside potential.

Currently, Teradyne sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), making the stock a stronger pick than Applied Materials, which has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Teradyne (TER) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road.

Memory is the tightest bottleneck in the AI race right now. Insatiable demand for memory has created a supercycle for the ages. Memory chip stocks have skyrocketed, including Micron Technology and Sandisk, up roughly 800% and 4,600% over the past year alone. AI needs memory, especially high-speed memory, to recall and learn from past prompts and hold back-and-forth exchanges with users.

It's tempting to chase the hottest AI stocks, but these types of extreme price movements are difficult to predict and can easily burn investors who jump in late. It's like musical chairs, and you never know for sure when the music will stop.

These three microchip stocks will benefit from AI's ongoing thirst for memory. They haven't had the parabolic price movements that others have, making them potential alternatives that you can win with as the memory boom continues.

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1. Rambus The memory shortage has been a windfall for chip companies, but Rambus (RMBS +8.82%) will enjoy tailwinds as AI drives higher memory demand for years to come. The company makes high-end memory interface chips and licenses silicon IP (intellectual property) for high-speed connectivity and security in data centers and AI infrastructure.

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Rambus enables fast, secure data movement between memory and processors. The licensing business makes Rambus an effective tollbooth, and that revenue carries very high gross profit margins. Rambus licenses its IP to some of the hottest memory stock names, including Micron and SK Hynix.

Rambus should enjoy growth tailwinds as agentic AI ramps up. AI agents will need more data to move faster. The stock isn't a bargain at 48 times 2026 earnings estimates. However, Wall Street analysts anticipate Rambus' earnings growing by an average of over 19% annually over the next three to five years, which could burn off that price tag and still leave room for long-term upside.

2. Lam Research Pick-and-shovel stocks are a classic and effective investment angle. Lam Research (LRCX +4.07%) sells tools and equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing processes, including deposition, etching, stripping and cleaning, mass metrology, and panel processing. Lam Research is a stock to play the field -- its products help build many of the chips these memory companies sell.

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Fortune Business Insights estimates that the global semiconductor memory market will soar from roughly $171 billion in 2025 to $447 billion by 2034. Lam Research might ride that growth for years as producers invest in capacity to meet all this demand. Memory accounted for approximately 39% of the company's systems revenue in the third quarter of its fiscal year 2026.

Wall Street analysts have steadily raised their growth estimates over the past year. Analysts now see Lam Research growing earnings at an annualized rate of 21% over the next three to five years. Shares aren't cheap at 68 times 2026 earnings estimates, but Lam Research's long-term outlook makes the stock worth nibbling on and adding to as typical market volatility offers occasional dips.

3. Teradyne High-bandwidth memory (HBM) is becoming the gold standard in AI due to its performance and energy efficiency. Teradyne (TER +7.19%) sells cutting-edge testing systems and equipment used by chipmakers. Testing is a very underrated aspect of semiconductors. Chips are becoming increasingly complex and costly to manufacture, making it crucial to detect defects and other issues as early as possible in production. It's especially true in HBM, where one defect can ruin an entire die stack.

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Business is currently booming at Teradyne, which saw revenue grow 87% year over year in the first quarter of 2026. AI drove approximately 70% of Teradyne's revenue in the quarter. That momentum will likely continue. Wall Street analysts peg revenue at $4.47 billion for this fiscal year and $5.44 billion for the next fiscal year. Teradyne's full-year 2025 revenue was $3.19 billion, so that's a big leap, about 70% growth, in just two years for a back-end systems provider like this.

Teradyne's stock has already made a massive move over the past year, but the valuation still leaves ample room for additional upside. Shares are trading at 61 times 2026 earnings estimates, but that's arguably a fair price tag for a business that analysts estimate can grow earnings by an average of 34% annually over the next three to five years.

On June 15, 2026, Teradyne Inc TER shares rose 7.2% to a current price of $432.41. The stock has experienced significant volatility over the past year, trading between a low of $83.00 and a high of $437.77, reflecting a robust 421.8% increase over the past year.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price is $432.41 vs GF Value™ of $166.60, indicating a 159.5% overvaluation.GF Score™ is 73/100, suggesting that the stock is above average in its overall quality.Most notable signal: Insiders sold $4.5M worth of stock in the last 3 months, indicating potential caution among company executives. Is TER Overvalued or Undervalued? According to the GF Value™, Teradyne Inc is significantly overvalued, with a current market price of $432.41 compared to its intrinsic value estimate of $166.60. This presents a substantial margin of safety concern, as the stock price is 159.5% above its fair value. Such a discrepancy can signal potential risks for current investors, as the likelihood of a correction increases when a stock is trading at such elevated levels. GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates.

The GF Valuation label clearly indicates that Teradyne is not a bargain at these price levels. Investors may face risks if the stock price does not align with the intrinsic value over time, leading to potential price corrections. Therefore, it is crucial for investors to evaluate their positions carefully in light of this valuation assessment.

How Does TER's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 80.1x 30.2x Forward P/E 59.7x N/A Teradyne's current P/E (TTM) of 80.1x is significantly elevated compared to its 5-year median P/E of 30.2x, representing a 165% increase. This analysis is consistent with the GF Value™ verdict, reinforcing the conclusion that the stock is overvalued based on historical valuation metrics.

What Does TER's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 73/100 Financial Strength 9/10 Profitability 7/10 Growth 7/10 Valuation 1/10 Momentum 6/10 Teradyne's GF Score™ of 73/100 indicates that the stock is above average in quality, with strong financial strength rated at 9/10, reflecting a solid balance sheet. However, the valuation rank is notably low at 1/10, underscoring that the stock is currently overvalued. The profitability and growth ranks of 7/10 suggest that while the company is performing well, its high valuation poses a risk relative to its financial performance.

What Are Insiders Doing with TER Stock? Recent insider activity reveals that executives at Teradyne have sold approximately $4.5 million in stock over the past three months, with no recorded insider buying during this period. This trend of selling by insiders may indicate a lack of confidence in the stock's current valuation or future performance, suggesting that insiders might believe the stock is overvalued at its current price level.

The absence of significant insider buying further highlights the caution among those with the most intimate knowledge of the company's operations. Investors may want to consider these signals when evaluating their positions in Teradyne stock.

What This Means for Investors Based on the GF Value™, Teradyne Inc is currently overvalued. The significant divergence between the market price and intrinsic value suggests that caution is warranted for current and prospective investors.

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Frequently Asked Questions What is TER's GF Score™?

TER's GF Score™ is 73/100, indicating that the stock is above average in quality based on various metrics that measure financial strength, profitability, growth, valuation, and momentum.

Is TER overvalued or undervalued?

TER is currently overvalued based on the GF Value™, which estimates its fair value at $166.60 compared to the current price of $432.41.

What is TER's P/E ratio?

TER's P/E (TTM) is 80.1x, which is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 30.2x, indicating that the stock is trading at a much higher valuation than it has historically.

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It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Teradyne (TER - Free Report) . Shares have added about 22.7% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.

Will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is Teradyne due for a pullback? Well, first let's take a quick look at its latest earnings report in order to get a better handle on the recent drivers for Teradyne, Inc. before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late.

Teradyne Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Increase Y/YTeradyne delivered first-quarter 2026 non-GAAP earnings of $2.56 per share, up 241.3% year over year and beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 21.43%.

Revenue climbed 86.9% from the year-ago quarter to $1.282 billion, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 5.15%.

Results were powered by AI-related demand strength across compute segments, with management estimating about 70% of quarterly revenue tied to AI. The company also set a new companywide quarterly revenue record and said all three business groups posted strong year-over-year growth.

TER Delivers Record Revenue Led by Semiconductor TestSemiconductor Test remained the clear volume driver, notably generating $1.111 billion (86.7% of total revenues) of quarterly revenue. Robotics contributed $91 million (7.1%), while Product Test added $80 million (6.2%), underscoring that demand strength was not confined to a single end market.

The mix highlights how Teradyne’s “wafer-to-AI data center” strategy is translating into broad-based shipment momentum. In particular, the Semiconductor Test scale advantage left the company well positioned to capture elevated test intensity tied to advanced compute and memory deployments.

Teradyne Sees Sequential Margin ExpansionIn the first quarter, Teradyne reported a non-GAAP gross margin of 60.9%, which expanded 40 basis points (bps) year over year.

In the reported quarter, selling and administrative expenses increased 6% year over year to $166.7 million. As a percentage of revenues, selling and marketing expenses were 13%, down 990 bps year over year.

Engineering and development expenses increased 14.7% year over year to $135.6 million. As a percentage of revenues, engineering and development expenses were 10.6%, down 670 bps year over year.

Non-GAAP operating income increased 241.2% year over year to $480.4 million. As a percentage of revenues, the operating margin rose to 37.5% in the first quarter of 2026 from 20.5% in the year-ago quarter.

TER’s Balance Sheet & Cash FlowAs of March 29, 2026, Teradyne’s cash and cash equivalents (including marketable securities) were $245.5 million, down from $321.9 million as of Dec. 31, 2025.

In the reported quarter, net cash provided by operating activities was $265 million.

TER’s 2Q26 OutlookFor the second quarter of 2026, Teradyne expects revenues in the range of $1.150-$1.250 billion. Non-GAAP earnings are projected to be in the range of $1.86-$2.15.

How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?Since the earnings release, investors have witnessed a upward trend in fresh estimates.

The consensus estimate has shifted 12.6% due to these changes.

VGM ScoresAt this time, Teradyne has a average Growth Score of C, though it is lagging a bit on the Momentum Score front with a D. Charting a somewhat similar path, the stock has a score of F on the value side, putting it in the fifth quintile for this investment strategy.

Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of D. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.

OutlookEstimates have been trending upward for the stock, and the magnitude of these revisions looks promising. It comes with little surprise Teradyne has a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). We expect an above average return from the stock in the next few months.

Key Takeaways MU, CRDO and TER qualified from more than 7,685 stocks using profitability screens. Micron posted a 41.5% net profit margin and expects 619.8% earnings growth this year. Credo projects 371.4% earnings growth this year with a 31.8% net profit margin. June trading kicked off on an upbeat note despite the ongoing geopolitical tensions and inflationary pressure, with major stock indexes touching record highs in the first trading session of the month. The positive momentum should encourage astute investors to place their bets on stocks that offer strong upside potential. 

In doing so, investors should focus on companies that deliver strong returns after covering both operating and non-operating expenses. Consequently, businesses with consistent profits tend to be more attractive than loss-making firms.  

To assess profitability, investors often rely on accounting ratios that measure a company’s bottom-line performance. On that note, Micron Technology, Inc. (MU - Free Report) , Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (CRDO - Free Report) and Teradyne, Inc. (TER - Free Report) stand out as the top profitable picks, supported by strong net income ratios and considerable upside potential.   

Net Income Ratio Explained in Simple Terms The net income ratio indicates a company's profitability. It reflects the percentage of net income to total sales revenues. Using the net income ratio, one can determine a firm’s effectiveness at covering operating and non-operating expenses with revenues. A higher net income ratio usually implies a company’s ability to generate sufficient revenues and manage all business functions effectively. 

Using Research Wizard to Find Winning Stocks The net income ratio is not the only indicator of future winners. So, we have added a few more criteria to arrive at a winning strategy. 

Zacks Rank Equal to #1: Whether the market is good or bad, stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) have a proven history of outperformance. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. 

Trailing 12-Month Sales and Net Income Growth Higher than X Industry: Stocks that have witnessed higher-than-industry sales and net income growth in the past 12 months are positioned to perform well. 

Trailing 12-Month Net Income Ratio Higher than X Industry: A high net income ratio indicates a company’s solid profitability. 

Percentage Rating Strong Buy greater than 70: This indicates that 70% of the current broker recommendations for the stock are Strong Buy. 

These few parameters have narrowed the universe of more than 7,685 stocks to only 19. 

Here are three of the 19 stocks that qualified for the screening: 

Micron Technology Micron Technology is a provider of memory and storage products globally. The 12-month net profit margin of MU is 41.5%. The company’s expected earnings growth rate for the current year is 619.8% (read more: 2 AI Memory Stocks Outperforming NVIDIA With Big Upside Ahead). 

Credo Technology  Credo Technology offers high-speed connectivity solutions for Ethernet and PCIe applications worldwide. The 12-month net profit margin of CRDO is 31.8%. The company’s expected earnings growth rate for the current year is 371.4%. 

Teradyne Teradyne develops automated test systems and robotics solutions for global markets. The 12-month net profit margin of TER is 22.6%. The company’s expected earnings growth rate for the current year is 79%.  

An updated edition of the April 14, 2026 article.

A wide moat describes companies with durable competitive advantages that shield them from competitors, much like a moat protects a castle. Popularized by Warren Buffett, this strategy focuses on businesses capable of maintaining strong long-term profitability through strengths such as unique market positions, powerful brand loyalty, cost efficiencies, network effects and regulatory protections.

Among the companies that exemplify wide economic moats are The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. (EL - Free Report) , Teradyne, Inc. (TER - Free Report) , Lam Research Corporation (LRCX - Free Report) and ASML Holding N.V. (ASML - Free Report) . These companies compete in industries with significant barriers to entry, which safeguard their market positions and promote consistent revenue growth by reducing the risk of new competitors.

Wide-moat companies typically derive their advantage from factors such as strong brand recognition, network effects, high customer switching costs, regulatory hurdles and economies of scale. These elements create formidable challenges for new or existing rivals attempting to gain market share. Consequently, these firms often benefit from solid pricing power, stable profit margins, and the capacity to reinvest in their businesses, further reinforcing their long-term competitive edge.

The attraction of investing in wide-moat businesses stems from their ability to deliver steady, long-term returns. In contrast to companies in highly competitive industries where profits are more vulnerable to pricing pressure and intense rivalry, wide-moat firms tend to show greater stability during economic downturns and market turbulence. Their solid market positions and robust balance sheets enable them to weather challenges that might severely impact less well-protected competitors.

Investing in wide-moat companies provides a solid strategy for building long-term wealth, as these businesses typically produce steady cash flows and deliver shareholder value through dividend payments and stock price growth. While no investment is entirely risk-free, companies with strong economic moats provide a level of durability that many investors seek in an ever-changing market. Our Wide Moat Screen makes it easy to identify high-potential stocks at any given time — just like the ones mentioned above.

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Estee Lauder is one of the world's leading manufacturers and marketers of skin care, makeup, fragrance and hair care products. Its strategy centers on strengthening its core brands, including Estee Lauder, Clinique, La Mer and MAC, while sharpening its focus on skincare, which remains the most resilient and margin-accretive segment of beauty.

EL is focused on rebuilding profitability through its expanded Profit Recovery and Growth Plan (“PRGP”), which aims to restore margins while supporting sustainable sales growth. The PRGP is a pivotal initiative designed to address the company's current profitability challenges and drive future growth. It focuses on three primary benefit areas — accelerating margin expansion, fueling growth with targeted investments and simplifying processes to enhance agility.

Estee Lauder’s "Beauty Reimagined" is an ambitious strategic vision designed to restore sustainable sales growth and achieve a solid double-digit adjusted operating margin in the coming years. This initiative aims to position the company as the leading consumer-centric prestige beauty brand. The company is undergoing a significant transformation of its operating model to become leaner, faster and more agile, while taking decisive actions to expand consumer reach, accelerate innovation and increase investments in consumer-facing areas.

Estee Lauder’s online business continues to be a core route to incremental consumers as it rebalances away from slower brick-and-mortar doors. In the third quarter of fiscal 2026, EL reported double-digit online organic sales growth, supported by stronger performance on platforms such as Douyin, Tmall and Coupang, and broader brand reach on Amazon Premium Beauty and TikTok Shop. With online described as close to one-third of global sales and nearing 40% in the United States, continued investment in content, data and omnichannel infrastructure remains central to conversion and personalization over time. EL currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Teradyne is positioning itself as a key player in the artificial intelligence (AI)-driven semiconductor testing market. Several factors are expected to drive Teradyne’s core semiconductor test business, driven by growing demand for AI accelerators, networking, memory and power devices. The company’s UltraFLEXplus system is specifically designed for high-performance processors and networking devices, which are critical for AI applications. UltraFLEXplus enables customers to reduce test development times, driving up high-efficiency volume production.

Teradyne’s strong demand for its UltraFLEXplus test platform has been a major growth driver. Over the past nine months, Teradyne has more than doubled its UltraFLEXplus shipments, a testament to both the strength of customer demand and the company’s operational agility. This surge in shipments has been achieved while maintaining 12-16 week lead times, reflecting Teradyne’s effective multi-source manufacturing strategy. The platform’s flexibility is shown by its role in introducing new products, like the Photon 100. In March 2026, Teradyne announced the launch of the Photon 100, an integrated opto-electric test platform built on UltraFLEXplus.

Acquisition has also played an important role in expanding TER's footprint in the semiconductor test market. In April 2026, Teradyne acquired TestInsight, a provider of semiconductor test development, validation, and conversion software, to strengthen its automated test equipment capabilities. The deal enhances Teradyne’s ability to support AI and data center device development by accelerating test solution creation and reducing time to market. The acquisition helps customers achieve earlier test readiness amid increasing chip complexity. TestInsight will continue supporting existing customers and maintaining its partner ecosystem. TER currently sports a Zacks Rank #1.

Lam Research benefits from its leadership position in wafer fabrication equipment, specializing in etch and deposition technologies critical to semiconductor manufacturing. Its deep expertise, long-term customer relationships and the enormous capital requirements of its industry form a powerful competitive moat. Technology inflections in the semiconductor industry, including 3D device scaling, multiple patterning, process flow, and advanced packaging chip integration, are expected to continue driving sustainable growth and increasing LRCX’s served market for its products and services in the deposition, etch and clean businesses.

Lam Research has high exposure to the memory segment, which is likely to see tremendous growth in the long run. The semiconductor memory market is being driven by the growing proliferation of AI, Machine Learning, Blockchain, cloud computing, big data, mobile devices and the Internet of Things. The huge explosion of data as a result of these advanced technologies requires it to be stored, processed and analyzed to increase efficiency and drive the growth of the business. This has been leading to increased demand for memory chips. In addition, the increasing adoption of semiconductor components across various industries, including automotive, consumer electronics, and IT & telecom, still acts as a tailwind.

LRCX is witnessing strong momentum in wafer fabrication equipment (WFE) demand as accelerating AI infrastructure investments drive higher semiconductor capital spending across memory, foundry and logic markets. During the third-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings call, the company raised its 2026 WFE outlook to $140 billion from the prior estimate of $135 billion, citing stronger customer spending trends and continued hyperscale AI infrastructure expansion. Rising WFE spending is driving Lam Research’s financial performance.

LRCX’s biggest strength lies in etch and deposition intensity tied to advanced AI chips and high-bandwidth memory. With AI-driven investments accelerating, Lam Research’s leading position in etch and deposition makes it a key beneficiary of the ongoing semiconductor spending cycle. These factors position this Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) stock as a key enabler of next-generation AI chips.

ASML Holding, a vital supplier to the semiconductor industry, possesses one of the strongest technological moats in the world. Its technological leadership in lithography equipment makes it indispensable to the semiconductor industry. The company maintains a near-monopoly on extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography, which is essential for producing advanced chips at 3nm and below. Its EUV systems are crucial for leading chipmakers, positioning ASML as a key enabler of cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing. The company’s technological superiority ensures high barriers to entry, giving it a competitive moat.

ASML Holding’s High-NA EUV technology represents the next frontier in chip manufacturing. Designed for sub-2nm nodes, these advanced systems will be critical for the industry’s future. As chipmakers ramp up production of smaller, more powerful chips, ASML’s High-NA EUV tools will play a pivotal role, driving sustained demand. With EUV technology being essential for advanced semiconductor fabrication, ASML Holding’s dominance remains intact, supporting its long-term growth outlook.

ASML Holding, a Zacks Rank #2 stock, is well-positioned to capitalize on the AI revolution, which is driving massive demand for advanced semiconductors. With AI workloads requiring cutting-edge graphics processing units (GPUs), high-bandwidth memory and AI accelerators, the demand for smaller and more powerful chips is rising. This trend plays directly into ASML’s hands, as its EUV and High-NA EUV machines are vital for manufacturing these advanced chips. As cloud providers, data centers and tech giants expand their AI infrastructure, ASML Holding’s lithography tools will be in greater demand.

NORTH READING, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $TER #semiconductor--Teradyne announces an integrated test cell solution for known good device screening for data center devices, developed in collaboration with TEL.