Avnet Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 3/6
Avnet's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -14%, while the Electronic industry saw earnings growing at 2.4% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 1.5% per year. Avnet's return on equity is 6.7%, and it has net margins of 1.2%.
Key information
-14.02%
Earnings growth rate
-11.16%
EPS growth rate
| Electronic Industry Growth | 15.34% |
| Revenue growth rate | 1.49% |
| Return on equity | 6.66% |
| Net Margin | 1.21% |
| Last Earnings Update | 27 Jun 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Sep 04
AVT: Analog And Mixed Signal Strength Will Support Measured Repricing Ahead
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Avnet from $96.00 to $120.00, supported by higher price targets that reflect expectations for above seasonal growth in the Analog and Mixed Signal segment in upcoming quarters. What’s in the News for Avnet Avnet approved a 5.7% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to US$0.37 per share, with payment scheduled for September 23, 2026, to shareholders of record on September 9, 2026.
Narrative Update • Aug 20
AVT: Physical AI And Beat And Raise Cycle Will Test Discipline
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Avnet by $10 to $80, supported by higher expectations for its Analog and Mixed Signal exposure and a modestly higher future P/E assumption. What’s in the News for Avnet Avnet and Weston Robot announced a collaboration on an AI powered autonomous inspection platform aimed at bringing Physical AI into industrial operations.Seeking Alpha • Aug 20
Avnet: Expensive On The Last Year, Cheap On The Next One
Summary Avnet, Inc. is rated a buy, with a valuation model projecting a 21.9% annualized return based on business fundamentals, not multiple expansion. AVT’s Q4 annualized adjusted EBITDA of $1,348.3M underpins the bullish thesis, reflecting strong operating leverage and cost discipline. Key risks include reliance on Q4 as a run rate, potential working capital swings erasing FCF, and dilution from convertible notes with buybacks capped until September 2026. Even if AVT’s multiple compresses to 7.40x, the return remains attractive at 10%, supporting a favorable risk/reward profile. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Aug 06
AVT: Cycle Signals And AI Initiatives Will Shape Balanced Future Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their Avnet fair value estimate by $10.50 to $99.50, citing higher Street price targets, constructive cycle indicators around backlog and book to bill, and updated expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E levels. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary around Avnet highlights a mix of optimism on the current cycle setup and caution on how sustainable that strength might be.Narrative Update • Jun 30
AVT: Upgraded Cycle Signals Will Test Backlog And Inventory Discipline
Analysts have raised the fair value estimate for Avnet from $48 to $70, reflecting revised assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples in response to recent upgrades and higher price targets from multiple firms. Analyst Commentary on Avnet Recent research commentary on Avnet has leaned more constructive in tone, with higher fair value estimates and revised price targets.Analysis Article • Jun 20
Avnet (AVT) Stock Near Fair Value After Strong Growth And Ownership Shifts
Why Avnet’s latest results and shifting ownership are drawing fresh attention Avnet (AVT) has attracted fresh scrutiny after reporting year over year revenue growth of 33.95% and net profit growth of 7.29%, alongside visible shifts in institutional investor positioning. The company also carries a financial score of 6.36. This figure sits against its recent growth profile, while large institutions have adjusted holdings in different directions, giving investors fresh data points to weigh. See...Narrative Update • Jun 16
AVT: Backlog And Book To Bill Strength Will Support Measured Repricing Ahead
Avnet's analyst price target has been updated to $96 from $95, with analysts pointing to extended backlog, a book to bill ratio above 1 across regions, and indications that inventory correction is largely past the trough as support for a more constructive view on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research points to a more constructive tone around Avnet, with bullish analysts highlighting early signs of an improving cycle and adjusting price targets to reflect that view.Narrative Update • Jun 02
AVT: Cycle Recovery Signals And Margin Gains Will Shape Future Upside Potential
Avnet's analyst fair value estimate has moved from $66 to $89 as analysts point to constructive cycle signals, including extended backlog, book-to-bill above 1 across regions, and signs that inventory correction is largely past the trough. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research highlights a shift in tone around Avnet, with several firms adjusting ratings and price targets as they track order patterns, backlog, and inventory trends.Narrative Update • May 12
AVT: Higher Revenue And Margin Assumptions Will Support Constructive Future Repricing
Avnet's analyst fair value estimate has moved from $69 to $95. Analysts point to updated assumptions for higher revenue growth, wider profit margins, and a lower P/E multiple as key reasons for the new target range.Analysis Article • May 06
News Flash: Analysts Just Made A Notable Upgrade To Their Avnet, Inc. (NASDAQ:AVT) Forecasts
Celebrations may be in order for Avnet, Inc. ( NASDAQ:AVT ) shareholders, with the analysts delivering a significant...Narrative Update • Apr 23
AVT: Higher Earnings Multiple Will Limit Upside As Buybacks Conclude
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Avnet to $66 from $53, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and a slightly higher future P/E multiple reflected across recent price target increases from major firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Avnet centers on refreshed price targets and an upgrade, with analysts updating their models to reflect revised assumptions on revenue, margins, and valuation multiples.Narrative Update • Apr 08
AVT: Higher Revenue And Margin Assumptions Will Support Measured Future Repricing
Avnet's analyst price target has shifted to $69.00. The change is supported by analysts citing updated views on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions following recent target revisions from several firms.Narrative Update • Mar 25
AVT: Higher Revenue And Margin Assumptions Will Support Richer Future P/E
Analysts have raised Avnet's price target by $5. They cite updated assumptions that include slightly higher revenue growth, modestly stronger profit margins, and a small adjustment to the discount rate and future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Mar 11
AVT: Raised Outlook Will Depend On Uncertain Execution And Margin Delivery
The analyst price target for Avnet has been raised from $43 to $48, reflecting updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple based on recent research from major firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Avnet highlight a split between higher price targets and a cautious tone on what the company needs to deliver to justify those assumptions.Narrative Update • Feb 25
AVT: Fair View Sees Raised Price Hopes Resting On Future P/E Execution
Analysts have raised their price targets for Avnet, with an updated fair value of $69.00 based on slightly stronger assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have recently lifted their price targets for Avnet, signaling a more constructive view on how the company could execute against its current assumptions for revenue growth, margins, and valuation multiples.Narrative Update • Feb 11
AVT: Fair View Balances Higher Earnings Assumptions With Lower Future P E Multiple
Our updated view on Avnet lifts the fair value estimate from $64 to $69, reflecting analysts’ higher price targets and expectations for revenue growth, margins, and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Avnet has tilted more constructive, with several firms lifting their price targets in quick succession.Analysis Article • Jan 30
Earnings Tell The Story For Avnet, Inc. (NASDAQ:AVT) As Its Stock Soars 28%
Avnet, Inc. ( NASDAQ:AVT ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 28% share price jump in the last month...Narrative Update • Jan 27
AVT: Cyclical Stabilisation And Buybacks Will Shape Mixed Margin Outlook
Analysts lifted their price target on Avnet by $1 to $55, pointing to recent Q3 upside, mixed Q4 guidance, ongoing margin pressure from geographic mix, and early signs of cyclical stabilisation, even as AI exposure remains limited. Analyst Commentary Analysts are generally neutral on Avnet at current levels, but the small price target increase to US$55 reflects a mix of improving signals and ongoing execution questions, especially around margins.Narrative Update • Jan 11
AVT: Cyclical Stabilization And Buybacks Will Support Mixed Margin Outlook
Analysts have increased their price target on Avnet by $1 to $55, citing recent Q3 upside, mixed Q4 guidance, and signs of cyclical stabilization, even as revenue strength has been slow to translate into margins and AI exposure remains limited. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the raised price target to $55 as a sign that recent Q3 upside is at least partly reflected in expectations, even if ratings stay neutral.Narrative Update • Dec 27
AVT: Cyclical Stabilization And Buybacks Will Offset Mixed Margins
Analysts have nudged their price target on Avnet slightly higher to $55 from $54, citing recent quarterly upside, early signs of cyclical stabilization, and the potential for improved end-market conditions despite ongoing margin pressures and limited AI exposure. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to the recent quarterly upside, particularly in Q3 performance, as evidence that Avnet is executing well enough to justify a modestly higher valuation.Narrative Update • Dec 12
AVT: Cyclical Stabilization And Share Buybacks Will Support Future Performance
Analysts have nudged their price target on Avnet up by $1 to $55 as they factor in recent quarterly upside and early signs of cyclical stabilization, while still cautioning that margin pressure and limited AI exposure temper the recovery outlook. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight that the recent Q3 upside validates Avnet's ability to execute in a challenging demand backdrop, supporting the modest price target increase.Narrative Update • Nov 27
AVT: Cyclical Stabilization and Margin Improvement Will Strengthen Future Performance
Analysts have modestly increased Avnet's price target from $54 to $55. This change reflects cautious optimism amid mixed quarterly guidance and ongoing challenges with margin improvement due to geographic factors.Narrative Update • Nov 12
AVT: Cyclical Stabilization Signals Will Drive Renewed Investor Confidence
Analysts have modestly increased Avnet's price target from $54 to $55, citing mixed quarterly guidance and signs of cyclical stabilization. They also note that limited AI exposure and margin challenges continue to temper expectations.Narrative Update • Oct 29
Cyclical Stabilization And Asia Momentum Will Support Measured Upside Ahead
Analysts have slightly increased their price target for Avnet, now at $53.00 from $52.75, citing recent revenue growth and signs of stabilization. Margin pressure persists across certain business segments.Seeking Alpha • Feb 04
Avnet: Stock Likely To Remain Rangebound In The Near Term
Summary There is evidence of industry recovery and strong performance in Asia is a very positive sign. Weakness in the Americas and EMEA, coupled with uncertain timing of demand recovery, justifies maintaining a neutral rating for now. Current valuation at 11x forward PE is slightly above the 10-year average, and I don't expect a re-rating until tangible improvements are seen in the Americas and Europe. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 07
Avnet: Declining Demand And Escalating Competition Pose Challenges Ahead
Summary Avnet's financial performance has deteriorated since 3Q23, with no signs of turnaround due to global demand slowdown and competitive pressures. Margins have declined significantly, with gross margin falling to 10.83% from 11.81% and net margin to 1.05% from 3.30%. Avnet faces challenges such as a slowdown in demand due to poor global inventory turnover and a more competitive landscape due to the merger of WT Microelectronics and Future Electronics. Farnell segment continues to underperform, contributing only 1.1% to operating income, and faces multiple issues including weak EMEA market outlook. Valuation analysis suggests market participants are overly optimistic, with a potential 25% decline in share price after factoring a decline in revenue growth for FY 2025. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Avnet makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Jun 26 | 27,633 | 334 | 2,015 | 0 |
| 28 Mar 26 | 24,955 | 214 | 1,917 | 0 |
| 27 Dec 25 | 23,151 | 207 | 1,833 | 0 |
| 27 Sep 25 | 22,495 | 233 | 1,777 | 0 |
| 28 Jun 25 | 22,201 | 240 | 1,751 | 0 |
| 29 Mar 25 | 22,146 | 317 | 1,749 | 0 |
| 28 Dec 24 | 22,484 | 318 | 1,780 | 0 |
| 28 Sep 24 | 23,026 | 348 | 1,807 | 0 |
| 29 Jun 24 | 23,757 | 499 | 1,854 | 0 |
| 30 Mar 24 | 24,749 | 571 | 1,947 | 0 |
| 30 Dec 23 | 25,610 | 670 | 1,976 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 26,122 | 796 | 1,996 | 0 |
| 01 Jul 23 | 26,537 | 771 | 1,985 | 0 |
| 01 Apr 23 | 26,355 | 862 | 1,937 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 26,328 | 858 | 1,952 | 0 |
| 01 Oct 22 | 25,476 | 765 | 1,969 | 0 |
| 02 Jul 22 | 24,311 | 692 | 1,978 | 0 |
| 02 Apr 22 | 23,165 | 531 | 1,982 | 0 |
| 01 Jan 22 | 21,593 | 455 | 1,934 | 0 |
| 02 Oct 21 | 20,396 | 323 | 1,876 | 0 |
| 03 Jul 21 | 19,535 | 193 | 1,862 | 0 |
| 03 Apr 21 | 18,468 | 160 | 1,806 | 0 |
| 02 Jan 21 | 17,861 | -76 | 1,822 | 0 |
| 03 Oct 20 | 17,727 | -92 | 1,845 | 0 |
| 27 Jun 20 | 17,634 | -31 | 1,831 | 0 |
| 28 Mar 20 | 18,156 | -118 | 1,847 | 0 |
| 28 Dec 19 | 18,545 | 105 | 1,833 | 0 |
| 28 Sep 19 | 19,059 | 138 | 1,838 | 0 |
| 29 Jun 19 | 19,519 | 176 | 1,855 | 0 |
| 30 Mar 19 | 19,897 | 273 | 1,894 | 0 |
| 29 Dec 18 | 19,993 | -138 | 1,935 | 0 |
| 29 Sep 18 | 19,466 | -118 | 1,947 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 19,037 | -143 | 1,973 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 18,584 | -127 | 1,974 | 0 |
| 30 Dec 17 | 18,231 | 278 | 1,952 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 17,983 | 254 | 1,904 | 0 |
| 01 Jul 17 | 17,440 | 263 | 1,771 | 0 |
| 01 Apr 17 | 16,803 | 262 | 1,642 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 16,443 | 280 | 1,524 | 0 |
| 01 Oct 16 | 16,330 | 350 | 1,447 | 0 |
| 02 Jul 16 | 16,741 | 391 | 1,460 | 0 |
| 02 Apr 16 | 19,568 | 478 | 1,656 | 0 |
| 02 Jan 16 | 22,223 | 491 | 1,849 | 0 |
| 03 Oct 15 | 25,614 | 553 | 2,068 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: AVT has a large one-off loss of $134.7M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 27th June, 2026.
Growing Profit Margin: AVT's current net profit margins (1.2%) are higher than last year (1.1%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: AVT's earnings have declined by 14% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: AVT's earnings growth over the past year (38.7%) exceeds its 5-year average (-14% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: AVT earnings growth over the past year (38.7%) exceeded the Electronic industry 25.3%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: AVT's Return on Equity (6.7%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/11 21:41 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/27 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/06/27 |
Data Sources
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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
Avnet, Inc. is covered by 14 analysts. 4 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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| Ruplu Bhattacharya | BofA Global Research |
| James Suva | Citigroup Inc |
| Louis Miscioscia | CLSA |