ACLS

Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) closed at $106.58, up 1.76%, outperforming the S&P 500. The semiconductor services company is expected to report earnings on November 5, 2026, with predicted EPS of $1.11 (down 8.26% YoY) and revenue of $230.05 million (up 7.7% YoY). The stock holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a Forward P/E of 25.42, trading at a premium PEG ratio of 2.63 compared to its industry average of 1.53.

Axcelis Technologies stock fell 5.87% on October 16, 2026, outpacing the broader market decline of 1.09%. Despite a 10.05% gain over the past month, the semiconductor services company faces headwinds with projected EPS declining 8.26% year-over-year, though revenue is expected to grow 7.7%. The stock holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) with a Forward P/E of 27.94, above its industry average PEG ratio.

Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) declined 3.69% to $142.31, underperforming the broader market which gained 0.66%. Despite a strong 28.41% monthly gain, the semiconductor services company faces headwinds with expected EPS declining 8.26% year-over-year, though revenue is projected to grow 7.7%. The stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a Forward P/E of 35.87, trading at a premium to its industry average.

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