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VEECO INSTRUMENTS INC

Veeco Instruments

Veeco Instruments Inc is a United States-based company engaged in designing, developing, and manufacturing thin-film process equipment, mainly used for producing electronic devices. The company focuses on semiconductor process equipment that addresses a range of challenging materials engineering problems for our customers. Its products include Laser Processing Systems, Lithography Systems, Ion Beam Systems, SiC CVD Systems, MOCVD Systems, Wet Processing Systems, MBE Technologies, Atomic Layer Deposition Systems, Physical Vapor Deposition Systems, Dicing and Lapping Systems, as well as Gas & Vapor Delivery Systems. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from sales to the Semiconductor Industry and within China.

Veeco Instruments Inc

Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) has been analyzed by 7 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $25.43, a high estimate of $31.00, and a low estimate of $20.00. Highlighting a 15.23% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $30.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746828018_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The perception of Veeco Instruments by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Rating</th>
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<td>Brian Lee</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
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<td>Tom O'Malley</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
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<td>Tom O'Malley</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Atif Malik</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Mark Miller</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Charles Shi</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tom O'Malley</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Veeco Instruments. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Veeco Instruments compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Veeco Instruments's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Veeco Instruments's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Veeco Instruments</h2>
Veeco Instruments Inc is a United States-based company engaged in designing, developing, and manufacturing thin-film process equipment, mainly used for producing electronic devices. The company focuses on semiconductor process equipment that addresses a range of challenging materials engineering problems for our customers. Its products include Laser Processing Systems, Lithography Systems, Ion Beam Systems, SiC CVD Systems, MOCVD Systems, Wet Processing Systems, MBE Technologies, Atomic Layer Deposition Systems, Physical Vapor Deposition Systems, Dicing and Lapping Systems, as well as Gas &amp; Vapor Delivery Systems. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from sales to the Semiconductor Industry and within China.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Veeco Instruments</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, Veeco Instruments showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 4.72% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 8.5%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Veeco Instruments's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.04% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.23%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Veeco Instruments's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.41.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Analyst Ratings

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Breaking Down Veeco Instruments: 7 Analysts Share Their Views

Goldman Sachs analyst Brian Lee maintains Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $27 to $20.

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Price Target

Goldman Sachs Maintains Neutral on Veeco Instruments, Lowers Price Target to $20

Barclays analyst Tom O'Malley maintains Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $22 to $21.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Veeco Instruments, Lowers Price Target to $21

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Veeco Instruments Received Over $35M In Orders For Its AP300 Lithography Systems In Recent Quarters

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<li>AppLovin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>) shares rose 18.55% to $359.77. The company's market cap stands at $121.7 billion. The company's, Q1 earnings came out today. </li>
<li>Viant Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DSP#NASDAQ">DSP</a>) stock moved upwards by 11.06% to $14.56. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $235.4 million. The company's, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Alpha &amp; Omega (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AOSL#NASDAQ">AOSL</a>) shares rose 8.92% to $21.85. The company's market cap stands at $642.7 million. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out today. </li>
<li>Q2 Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QTWO#NYSE">QTWO</a>) stock moved upwards by 8.05% to $86.78. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $5.4 billion. The company's, Q1 earnings came out today. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) shares decreased by 12.6% to $16.51 during Wednesday's after-market session. The company's market cap stands at $956.5 million. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out today. </li>
<li>Silvaco Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SVCO#NASDAQ">SVCO</a>) stock declined by 9.81% to $4.78. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $137.0 million. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out today. </li>
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<li>Marin Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRIN#NASDAQ">MRIN</a>) shares declined by 8.7% to $1.26. The company's market cap stands at $3.9 million. </li>
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Veeco Instruments shares are trading lower after the company reported Q1 financial results and issued Q2 guidance below estimates.

Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) is looking for Q2 Adj EPS of $0.12-$0.32 vs $0.34 analyst estimate. sees sales of $135.000 million-$165.000 million vs $167.60 million analyst estimate.

Guidance

Veeco Instruments Sees Q2 Adj EPS $0.12-$0.32 vs $0.34 Est; Sees Sales $135.000M-$165.000M vs $167.60M Est

Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.37 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.32 by 15.62 percent. This is a 17.78 percent decrease over earnings of $0.45 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $167.29 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $166.24 million by 0.63 percent. This is a 4.12 percent decrease over sales of $174.48 million the same period last year.

Earnings

Earnings Beats

Veeco Instruments Q1 Adj. EPS $0.37 Beats $0.32 Estimate, Sales $167.29M Beat $166.24M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For May 7, 2025

Throughout the last three months, 6 analysts have evaluated Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $28.67, a high estimate of $35.00, and a low estimate of $22.00. A 14.42% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $33.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745348420_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The standing of Veeco Instruments among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Tom O'Malley &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $22.00&#x7C;$25.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Atif Malik &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $30.00&#x7C;$33.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mark Miller &#x7C;Benchmark &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $31.00&#x7C;$38.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Charles Shi &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $29.00&#x7C;$35.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Tom O'Malley &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $25.00&#x7C;$30.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Rick Schafer &#x7C;Oppenheimer &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $35.00&#x7C;$40.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Veeco Instruments. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Veeco Instruments compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Veeco Instruments's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Veeco Instruments's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Veeco Instruments</h2>
Veeco Instruments Inc is a United States-based company engaged in designing, developing, and manufacturing thin-film process equipment, mainly used for producing electronic devices. The company focuses on semiconductor process equipment that addresses a range of challenging materials engineering problems for our customers. Its products include Laser Processing Systems, Lithography Systems, Ion Beam Systems, SiC CVD Systems, MOCVD Systems, Wet Processing Systems, MBE Technologies, Atomic Layer Deposition Systems, Physical Vapor Deposition Systems, Dicing and Lapping Systems, as well as Gas &amp; Vapor Delivery Systems. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from sales to the Semiconductor Industry and within China.
<h3>Veeco Instruments: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Veeco Instruments's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 4.72% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Veeco Instruments's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 8.5%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Veeco Instruments's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.04%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Veeco Instruments's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.23%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Veeco Instruments's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.41, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Deep Dive Into Veeco Instruments Stock: Analyst Perspectives (6 Ratings)

Barclays analyst Tom O'Malley maintains Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $25 to $22.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Veeco Instruments, Lowers Price Target to $22

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Citigroup analyst Atif Malik maintains Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $33 to $30.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on Veeco Instruments, Lowers Price Target to $30

Benchmark analyst Mark Miller maintains Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $38 to $31.

Benchmark Maintains Buy on Veeco Instruments, Lowers Price Target to $31

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 4 analysts have published ratings on Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) in the last three months.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $30.5, a high estimate of $35.00, and a low estimate of $25.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 12.86% lower than the prior average price target of $35.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739455311_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Veeco Instruments by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Charles Shi</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tom O'Malley</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rick Schafer</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Atif Malik</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Veeco Instruments. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Veeco Instruments compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Veeco Instruments's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Veeco Instruments Better</h2>
Veeco Instruments Inc is a United States-based company that is principally engaged in designing, developing, and manufacturing thin-film process equipment, which is mainly used to produce electronic devices. The company's product categories by market consist of lighting, display, and power electronics; advanced packaging; MEMS and RF; scientific and industrial; and data storage. The lighting, display, and power electronics market accounts for over half of the total revenue. The company offers products and services in the United States; China; Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, or EMEA; and the rest of the world, with overseas markets contributing the majority of total revenue.
<h3>Key Indicators: Veeco Instruments's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Veeco Instruments showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 4.2% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Veeco Instruments's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 12.16%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Veeco Instruments's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.07% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Veeco Instruments's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.79%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Veeco Instruments's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.42, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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4 Analysts Assess Veeco Instruments: What You Need To Know

Needham analyst Charles Shi maintains Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $35 to $29.

Needham Maintains Buy on Veeco Instruments, Lowers Price Target to $29

Barclays analyst Tom O'Malley maintains Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $30 to $25.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Veeco Instruments, Lowers Price Target to $25

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Veeco Instruments Sees Q1 GAAP EPS $0.11-$0.22 vs $0.22 Est

Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VECO#NASDAQ">VECO</a>) is looking for Q1 Adj EPS of $0.26-$0.36 vs $0.39 analyst estimate. sees sales of $155.000 million-$175.000 million vs $173.75 million analyst estimate.

Veeco Instruments Sees Q1 Adj EPS $0.26-$0.36 vs $0.39 Est; Sees Sales $155.000M-$175.000M vs $173.75M Est

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Veeco Instruments Q4 Adj EPS $0.41 Beats $0.40 Estimate, Sales $182.13M Beat $177.38M Estimate

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