Nova (IL:NVMI)
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NVMI Stock Chart & Stats
154600.00
23.90(2.91%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
154600.00
23.90(2.91%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range63,710.00 - 164,430.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume52.90K
Average Volume (3M)68.24K
Market Cap
₪46.27B
Enterprise Value16.40B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)₪1.05B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)₪858.43M
Price to Earnings (P/E)53.6
Beta0.79
Next Earnings
May 14, 2026EPS Estimate
645.88Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)8.68
Shares Outstanding31,782,972
10 Day Avg. Volume55,277
30 Day Avg. Volume68,243
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.05
Price to Book (P/B)7.50
Price to Sales (P/S)11.23
P/FCF Ratio45.37
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
₪142,946.67Price Target Upside-7.54% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)3,239.57
Revenue Forecast (FY)₪324.00B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue Growth & Market WinsRecord revenue and multiple strategic qualifications across GAA, advanced packaging and memory indicate Nova is gaining share in structurally growing segments. Durable customer validations and multi-node wins increase the likelihood of repeat system orders and recurring service revenue as fabs scale advanced processes.
High And Durable MarginsConsistently high gross and operating margins point to differentiated, high-value metrology products and pricing power. A durable margin profile funds ongoing R&D and capacity investment, supports sustained profitability through normal cycles, and underpins the ability to reinvest in product roadmap leadership.
Strong Cash Generation & LiquidityRobust free cash flow and sizable liquidity provide financial flexibility to fund R&D (>15% of revenue), expand manufacturing capacity, and absorb cycle troughs without urgent financing. High cash conversion (FCF ≈91% of net income) enhances resilience and supports strategic investments or debt reduction over time.
Bears Say
Increased LeverageA material rise in debt raises financial risk: higher interest and refinancing exposure reduces flexibility to pursue opportunistic capex or buffer demand shocks. If WFE weakens, leverage constrains maneuverability and could necessitate diverting cash from growth to debt service or deleveraging initiatives.
Cyclical Revenue & Growth VolatilityHistorical revenue swings reflect dependence on semiconductor capital expenditure cycles and node transitions. Such cyclicality makes long-range demand forecasting and capacity planning harder, and leaves earnings vulnerable to downturns in WFE, NAND recovery delays, or pauses in large customer investments.
Customer & Geographic Concentration; Reduced VisibilityConcentration among a few customers and reliance on specific territories (notably China exposure) heighten revenue risk if major buyers cut orders or regional demand shifts. Coupled with shorter lead times and reduced visibility, this amplifies order volatility and can pressure margins and planning.
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NVMI FAQ
What was Nova’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nova lowest stock price was 63710.00 and its highest was 164430.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Nova’s market cap?
Nova’s market cap is ₪46.27B.
When is Nova’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nova’s upcoming earnings report date is May 14, 2026 which is in 9 days.
How were Nova’s earnings last quarter?
Nova released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported 629.981 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 625.565 by 4.416.
Is Nova overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nova’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Nova pay dividends?
Nova does not currently pay dividends.
What is Nova’s EPS estimate?
Nova’s EPS estimate is 645.88.
How many shares outstanding does Nova have?
Nova has 31,782,972 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nova’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nova reported an EPS of 629.981 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 625.565. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.024%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nova?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IL:NVMI
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
₪142,946.67 (-7.54% Downside)
₪142,946.67 (-7.54% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
IL:NVMI Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth ₪69.6K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
201.08%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
22.70%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
69.77%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Nova
Nova Ltd. designs, develops, produces, and sells process control systems used in the manufacture of semiconductors in Israel, Taiwan, the United States, China, Korea, and internationally. Its product portfolio includes a set of metrology platforms for dimensional, films, and materials and chemical metrology measurements for process control for various semiconductor manufacturing process steps, including lithography, etch, chemical mechanical planarization, deposition, electrochemical plating, and advanced packaging. The company serves various sectors of the integrated circuit manufacturing industry, including logic, foundries, and memory manufacturers, as well as process equipment manufacturers. Nova Ltd. was formerly known as Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd. and changed its name to Nova Ltd. in July 2021. The company was incorporated in 1993 and is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel.
NVMI Company Deck
NVMI Earnings Call
Q4 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized multiple strong financial and operational achievements — record revenue ($880.6M, +31% YoY), high margins, record EPS, robust cash generation ($1.6B+ liquidity and $218M free cash flow), broad-based product wins (GAA, advanced packaging, memory), and continued heavy investment in R&D and capacity. Challenges noted include shorter lead times and reduced visibility (notably in China), some customer/territory concentration, elevated operating spend as investments are ramped, and awaiting a clearer NAND recovery. Management provided constructive 2026 guidance and expects accelerating momentum, particularly in H2, suggesting confidence in continued growth despite near-term visibility constraints.View all IL:NVMI earnings summariesNVMI Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
142,947
▼(-7.54% Downside)