MKS (MKSI) Stock Overview
Provides foundational technology solutions to semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial applications in the United States, China, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 5/6 |
| Past Performance | 4/6 |
| Financial Health | 1/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$291.31 |
| 52 Week High | US$447.62 |
| 52 Week Low | US$95.54 |
| Beta | 2 |
| 1 Month Change | -16.67% |
| 3 Month Change | -6.99% |
| 1 Year Change | 194.94% |
| 3 Year Change | 201.69% |
| 5 Year Change | 98.36% |
| Change since IPO | 1,971.54% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Aug 05
MKSI: AI Semiconductor Hype Will Eventually Cap Wafer Fab Upside
The analyst price target for MKS has been updated from $212.72 to $265.00, reflecting analysts' use of higher revenue growth and profit margin assumptions supported by recent research that highlights stronger wafer fab equipment momentum and AI driven semiconductor spending. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on MKS shows a wide range of views on upside potential and risk, with most commentary framed around wafer fab equipment exposure and the scale of expected AI related semiconductor spending.Seeking Alpha • Jul 27
MKS: Cheaper Than Peers, And Favorable Risk-Reward Heading Into Q2 Earnings
Summary MKS, Inc. is initiated with a buy rating, citing strong semiconductor subsystem demand, a 25% valuation discount to peers, and resilient medium-term earnings growth. MKSI which has a history of facilitating an average topline beat of 3%, is due to release Q2 results on the 5th of August, followed by a call the following day. Revenue growth has been on an accelerating trend since Q2-24, and this is expected to persist in Q2 and Q3 of 2026. FCF generation could be better than Q1, given favorable timing related to bonus payments, but may not expand meaningfully given working capital buildup and a step-up in CAPEX. A Recent 25% pullback from peak price levels to the 20-week moving average and continued defense of the 200-DMA improve the risk-reward profile for long positions. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRecent updates
Narrative Update • Aug 05
MKSI: AI Semiconductor Hype Will Eventually Cap Wafer Fab Upside
The analyst price target for MKS has been updated from $212.72 to $265.00, reflecting analysts' use of higher revenue growth and profit margin assumptions supported by recent research that highlights stronger wafer fab equipment momentum and AI driven semiconductor spending. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on MKS shows a wide range of views on upside potential and risk, with most commentary framed around wafer fab equipment exposure and the scale of expected AI related semiconductor spending.Seeking Alpha • Jul 27
MKS: Cheaper Than Peers, And Favorable Risk-Reward Heading Into Q2 Earnings
Summary MKS, Inc. is initiated with a buy rating, citing strong semiconductor subsystem demand, a 25% valuation discount to peers, and resilient medium-term earnings growth. MKSI which has a history of facilitating an average topline beat of 3%, is due to release Q2 results on the 5th of August, followed by a call the following day. Revenue growth has been on an accelerating trend since Q2-24, and this is expected to persist in Q2 and Q3 of 2026. FCF generation could be better than Q1, given favorable timing related to bonus payments, but may not expand meaningfully given working capital buildup and a step-up in CAPEX. A Recent 25% pullback from peak price levels to the 20-week moving average and continued defense of the 200-DMA improve the risk-reward profile for long positions. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jul 22
MKSI: AI Wafer Fab Cycle And Capacity Expansions Will Support Upside Through 2026
The analyst price target for MKS has been updated from $180.92 to $406.92, reflecting analyst assumptions for stronger revenue growth, higher profit margins, and a slightly lower discount rate as AI driven wafer fab equipment demand and broader semiconductor exposure are incorporated into forecasts. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on MKS highlights growing attention on how the company could be positioned within the AI driven wafer fab equipment cycle and the broader semiconductor supply chain.
Narrative Update • Jul 08
MKSI: AI Infrastructure Cycle And Asia Capacity Expansion Will Drive Next Phase
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for MKS Inc. from about $478 to roughly $576, citing a higher assumed revenue growth rate related to the AI and data center buildout, which is partially offset by a slightly lower profit margin outlook and a higher future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Jun 24
MKSI: Wafer Fab Spending And AI Memory Demand Will Drive Next Cycle
Analysts have raised the MKS price target from $400 to about $478, reflecting updated sector models that point to a larger long-term semiconductor addressable market and higher wafer fab equipment spending estimates across memory, data center, auto, and industrial demand. Analyst Commentary Recent research around MKS highlights a cluster of higher price targets and constructive views on the long-term semiconductor spending backdrop.Analysis Article • Jun 21
MKS (MKSI) Stock Could Be 125% Overvalued After Analyst Estimate Upgrades
Why MKS Stock Is Back on Investors’ Radar Fresh earnings estimate upgrades and a higher analyst rating have pushed MKS (MKSI) into focus, as investors respond to shifting expectations for the company’s near term performance. See our latest analysis for MKS. MKS shares have been on a strong run, with a 90 day share price return of 72.91% and a year to date share price return of 141.37%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 350.39% reflects how sharply sentiment has shifted on the stock. If...Narrative Update • Jun 05
MKSI: Wafer Fab Spending Cycle And AI Buildout Will Drive 2025 To 2027 Cycle
The analyst price target for MKS has moved from $320 to $400. Analysts point to stronger wafer fab equipment spending estimates and an improving earnings outlook for the sector as key supports for this higher fair value range.Analysis Article • May 11
Analysts Are Upgrading MKS Inc. (NASDAQ:MKSI) After Its Latest Results
Investors in MKS Inc. ( NASDAQ:MKSI ) had a good week, as its shares rose 7.4% to close at US$313 following the release...Narrative Update • Apr 27
MKSI: Wafer Fab Upswing And Refinancing Tailwinds Will Eventually Limit Upside
The analyst price target for MKS has been reset lower to $212.72 from $227.99 as analysts balance stronger revenue growth and profit margin assumptions with a slightly lower future P/E multiple and an updated fair value estimate. Analyst Commentary Recent research on MKS has centered on how to balance a higher fundamental outlook with valuation discipline.Narrative Update • Apr 13
MKSI: Wafer Fab Upswing And Refinancing Benefits Will Ultimately Constrain Upside
Analysts have nudged MKS's blended price target higher, citing stronger recent earnings, healthier margins, improved revenue guidance in key segments, and lower interest expense following debt refinancing, with several firms now setting targets in the $295 to $320 range. Analyst Commentary Across the recent research, most analysts have lifted their price targets on MKS and pointed to solid execution on earnings, margins, and guidance.Narrative Update • Mar 30
MKSI: Wafer Fab Upswing And Debt Refinancing Support But Limit Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their consolidated price target for MKS, with the model fair value moving from $146.08 to $227.99 as they factor in stronger revenue growth assumptions, slightly higher profit margins, an updated future P/E of 31.23, and recent Street research highlighting better than expected guidance, healthy segment margins, and benefits from debt refinancing. Analyst Commentary Street research around MKS has been active, with several firms reassessing their price targets following the latest earnings and guidance.Narrative Update • Mar 16
MKSI: Wafer Fab Upswing And Lower Interest Expense Will Support 2025 To 2027 Cycle
Analysts have raised their average price target for MKS to $320, up from prior levels around $260, citing stronger than expected Q4 results, healthier margins, improving semiconductor-related demand and lower interest expense following recent debt refinancing. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have been raising their price targets on MKS in response to the recent Q4 beat, stronger guidance and margin profile, and the effects of debt refinancing on interest expense.Narrative Update • Mar 02
MKSI: Wafer Fab Upswing And Semi Strength Will Support 2025 To 2027 Cycle
The updated analyst fair value estimate for MKS has moved to $320 from $200. Analysts point to recent Q4 earnings and guidance, strong Electronics & Packaging and Semi trends, healthier margins, and lower interest expense as key drivers behind higher revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Feb 16
MKSI: Wafer Fab Cycle Reliance Will Limit Upside As Expectations Tighten
Analysts have raised their price targets on MKS, supporting an increase in the internal fair value estimate from $140.21 to $146.08 as they incorporate updated assumptions regarding growth, profitability, the discount rate, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on MKS has generally involved higher price targets as analysts refresh their models for growth, profitability, discount rates, and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Feb 02
MKSI: Wafer Fab Cycle Reliance Will Constrain Upside Despite Sector Optimism
Our updated analyst price target for MKS edges lower to about $140 from roughly $142 as analysts factor in higher long term revenue growth and slightly stronger profit margins, partly offset by a more conservative future P/E assumption and a modest tweak to the discount rate following a series of recent target increases across the Street. Analyst Commentary Street research has generally been supportive of MKS in recent months, with several firms lifting their price targets and maintaining positive ratings.Analysis Article • Jan 23
MKS Inc. (NASDAQ:MKSI) Held Back By Insufficient Growth Even After Shares Climb 37%
Despite an already strong run, MKS Inc. ( NASDAQ:MKSI ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 37% in the last...Narrative Update • Jan 19
MKSI: Wafer Fab Cycle Reliance Will Pressure Future Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their price targets on MKS, supporting a higher fair value estimate from about $92.09 to $142.06 as they point to stronger multi year demand visibility, improving profitability assumptions and higher future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on MKS has clustered around higher price targets and supportive commentary on demand visibility, profitability assumptions and potential free cash flow generation through the next cycle.Narrative Update • Jan 04
MKSI: Beat And Raise Execution Will Support Measured Upside Through 2026
The analyst price target for MKS has been nudged higher from approximately $175 to about $181 per share, as analysts cite continued beat and raise execution, improving wafer fab equipment momentum, and a stronger medium term setup in semiconductor, electronics, and packaging growth. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight a consistent pattern of execution at MKS, noting that repeated beat and raise quarters are reinforcing confidence in the company’s earnings power and justifying higher valuation multiples.Narrative Update • Dec 15
MKSI: DRAM And Wafer Fab Upswing Will Drive Strong 2025 To 2027 Cycle
Analysts have lifted our MKS fair value estimate to $200 from $152.52 as they factor in higher long term revenue growth, expanding profit margins, and a richer future P/E multiple, which is supported by a wave of recent price target increases and growing confidence in the company’s setup into 2025 to 2027. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have been steadily lifting their price targets on MKS, highlighting improved execution across core segments and a stronger multiyear earnings trajectory.Narrative Update • Nov 30
MKSI: Momentum In Wafer Equipment Investment Will Drive Upside Through 2026
The analyst price target for MKS has increased significantly, rising to a range of $168 to $175, as analysts cite strong recent performance, growing momentum in wafer fab equipment spending, and optimistic outlooks for the company's core businesses. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reveal that sentiment surrounding MKS remains broadly positive, with several new price target increases highlighting the company's execution and growth prospects.Narrative Update • Nov 16
MKSI: Future Equipment Spending Momentum Will Drive Shares Higher
Analysts have raised their price target for MKS to $174.85 from $143.23. They cite stronger-than-expected growth in wafer fab equipment investment and improving profit margins, which support a more optimistic outlook.Narrative Update • Nov 01
MKSI: Wafer Equipment Momentum And AI Demand Will Shape Outlook Into 2026
The analyst price target for MKS has been raised significantly. Analysts cite increased momentum in wafer fabrication equipment spending and growing optimism for the company's semiconductor and electronics businesses as key factors for the upward revision from approximately $139 to $143 per share.Narrative Update • Oct 18
AI And Semiconductor Advancements Will Drive Market Evolution
Analysts have raised their price target for MKS Inc. from approximately $127 to $139.Narrative Update • Oct 04
AI And Semiconductor Advancements Will Drive Market Evolution
Narrative Update: Revised Analyst Price Targets for MKS Analysts have raised their price target for MKS by approximately $4 to $126.69. They cite positive momentum in semiconductor and AI-driven markets as key factors supporting the outlook.Analysis Article • Sep 19
MKS Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MKSI) Price Is Right But Growth Is Lacking After Shares Rocket 29%
MKS Inc. ( NASDAQ:MKSI ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 29% gain in the last month alone. Looking...Narrative Update • Sep 05
AI And Semiconductor Advancements Will Drive Market Evolution
Despite strong Q2 results, growing AI exposure, and anticipated outperformance in wafer fab equipment through 2025–2026, analysts have adopted a cautious near-term outlook, resulting in the consensus analyst price target for MKS remaining unchanged at $122.31. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts point to strong Q2 results, with semiconductor revenues boosted by robust NAND upgrade activity and momentum in RF power solutions.Analysis Article • Aug 09
These 4 Measures Indicate That MKS (NASDAQ:MKSI) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
NasdaqGS:MKSI 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore MKS's Fair Values from the Community and select yours David Iben...Shareholder Returns
| MKSI | US Semiconductor | US Market | |
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| 7D | -0.7% | 7.1% | 3.5% |
| 1Y | 194.9% | 59.8% | 20.5% |
Return vs Industry: MKSI exceeded the US Semiconductor industry which returned 59.8% over the past year.
Return vs Market: MKSI exceeded the US Market which returned 20.5% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| MKSI volatility | |
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| MKSI Average Weekly Movement | 11.2% |
| Semiconductor Industry Average Movement | 13.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.3% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: MKSI's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: MKSI's weekly volatility (11%) has been stable over the past year, but is still higher than 75% of US stocks.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1961 | 10,200 | John T. Lee | www.mks.com |
MKS Inc. provides foundational technology solutions to semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial applications in the United States, China, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, and internationally. The company operates through Vacuum Solutions Division (VSD), Photonics Solutions Division (PSD), and Material Solutions Division (MSD) segments. Its VSD segment provides foundational technology solutions, including pressure measurement and control, flow measurement and control, gas and vapor delivery, gas composition analysis, electronic control technology, reactive gas generation and delivery, power generation and delivery, and fiber optic temperature and position sensing.
MKS Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| MKSI fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$21.15b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$327.00m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$4.07b |
60.2x
P/E Ratio4.8x
P/S RatioIs MKSI overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| MKSI income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$0 |
| Cost of Revenue | US$0 |
| Gross Profit | US$0 |
| Other Expenses | US$0 |
| Earnings | US$0 |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 4.84 |
| Gross Margin | 46.65% |
| Net Profit Margin | 8.03% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 144.0% |
How did MKSI perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
0.3%
Current Dividend Yield19%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/08/06 02:27 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/08/06 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
MKS Inc. is covered by 26 analysts. 13 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Christopher Muse | Barclays |
| Paretosh Misra | Berenberg |
| Bhavesh Lodaya | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |