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Applied Materials is among the stocks reporting next week with earnings momentum

Cnbc · · 398 words · By Lisa Kailai Han
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What to know about Semiconductor Industry

Earnings momentum could serve as a catalyst for stocks such as Applied Materials that are reporting their latest quarterly results next week.

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What happened

Earnings momentum could serve as a catalyst for stocks such as Applied Materials that are reporting their latest quarterly results next week.

Why it matters

Next week serves as a breather after the earnings season mania of the past few weeks.

Common ground

Just eight stocks in the S & P 500 and one component in the Dow Jones Industrial Average are on the docket to post results.

Perspective signals

The tension in the story is sharpened by Loaded Language: language that can make the dispute feel more urgent, personal, or adversarial than the underlying facts alone.

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Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
Why it matters: Recognizing loaded language helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 10 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “Analysts on average have increased their earnings estimates on the chipmaker [Applied Materials] by 54% over the past three months and 46% over the past six months.”
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The provided evidence for this claim discusses general stock performance and a small estimate change of +0.3%, but does not mention the specific 54% and 46% increases in earnings estimates.
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web search NEUTRAL — Shares of Applied Materials have returned -8.4% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -2.9% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), indicating that it could outperfor…
https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2322747/compared-to-estimat…
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web search NEUTRAL — Over the past month, the estimate has changed +0.3%.Applied Materials reported revenues of $6.65 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +0.2%.
https://www.tradingview.com/news/zacks:a58438d06094b:0-appli…
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web search NEUTRAL — Anticipation was high for Applied Materials ’ Analyst Day and the company delivered. Attendance this year, Applied Materials’ (ticker: AMAT) 50th anniversary, was one third higher than last year and l…
https://www.barrons.com/articles/applied-materials-stock-cou…
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Claim 2: “Healthcare stock Steris also made the list.”
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No evidence was found in the search results regarding Steris being included in a CNBC Pro screen.
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Claim 3: “Brett's new price target of $454, up from $432, implies a gain of 11% from Thursday's close.”
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Multiple sources confirm that Morgan Stanley analyst Shane Brett raised the price target for AMAT from $432 to $454.
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web search NEUTRAL — On May 5, Morgan Stanley analyst Shane Brett maintained a “Buy” rating for AMAT stock and raised its price target from $432 to $454. AMAT’s mean price target of $417.55 is below the current market pri…
https://www.barchart.com/story/news/1765152/is-wall-street-b…
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web search NEUTRAL — Morgan Stanley raised Applied Materials’ price target to $454, citing strong AI infrastructure momentum. The firm expects higher July guidance, increased 2026 outlook, and gross margin expansion.
https://www.thestreet.com/investing/stocks/morgan-stanley-ad…
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web search NEUTRAL — On February 13, 2026, Morgan Stanley analyst Shane Brett raised the price target on Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) to $420 from $364 and kept an Overweight rating.
https://finviz.com/news/317859/morgan-stanley-raises-its-pri…
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Claim 4: “Other names on the list include Constellation Energy , down 13% this year, and Ross Stores , up 26% in 2026.”
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The search results provide general information about 2026 stock performance but do not mention specific percentage changes for Constellation Energy or Ross Stores.
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web search NEUTRAL — Watching, sharing, and reacting to a trending video gives us a sense of community in an otherwise fragmented digital world. The psychology behind virality is simple: emotion drives engagement. Whether…
https://apps.adcam.org/video-viral-terbaru/
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web search NEUTRAL — The best-performing stocks of 2026 have led the S&P 500 to new all-time highs.After a volatile start to 2026, the S&P 500 finished out the month of February within 1.8% of its all-time highs. The S&P …
https://money.usnews.com/investing/articles/best-performing-…
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web search NEUTRAL — Globe Investor offers the most current and up-to-date information on stocks and markets from The Globe and Mail.
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/
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Claim 5: “Just eight stocks in the S & P 500 and one component in the Dow Jones Industrial Average are on the docket to post results [next week].”
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The claim is found in the cross-reference (CNBC), but the web search results are irrelevant, discussing a business card app called 'Eight' rather than stock market data.
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web search NEUTRAL — Eight（エイト）は、無料で使える名刺アプリです。 名刺管理だけでなく、スマホをかざすだけで名刺交換ができます。 つながった相手の昇進・異動・転職などの情報が自動で更新されるため、周囲の近況をスマートに把握できます。
https://8card.net/
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web search NEUTRAL — Aug 22, 2024 · 名刺アプリ「Eight」を使い始めたばかりの方、あるいはこれからEightを使うか検討中の方に向けた記事になります。 名刺アプリ「Eight」とはどんなサービスですか Eightは価値ある出会いをタッチでつなぐ、ビジネスのための名刺アプリです。
https://eight.zendesk.com/hc/ja/articles/360001524215--Eight…
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web search NEUTRAL — Eight 無料ダウンロード。 Eight 0: スマートフォン用 Eight で取り込んだデータを PC から簡単管理.
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Claim 6: “The energy company [Constellation Energy] reports earnings Monday, while the off-price retail chain [Ross Stores] is on the docket for Thursday.”
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No evidence was found in the search results regarding the earnings dates for Constellation Energy or Ross Stores.
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Claim 7: “On Monday, Morgan Stanley reiterated its overweight rating on the name and listed it as a top pick.”
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The search results for Morgan Stanley are generic corporate pages and do not contain information regarding a specific rating for Applied Materials on a Monday.
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web search NEUTRAL — Log in to the Morgan Stanley Online Wealth Management site to seamlessly and securely manage your investments and everyday finances in one place.
https://login.morganstanleyclientserv.com/ux/
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web search NEUTRAL — Morgan is the world’s pre-eminent coachbuilder, providing a fitting antidote to mass-produced automotive manufacturing. Every drive in a Morgan is an adventure, start yours today.
https://morgan-motor.com/
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web search NEUTRAL — Morgan Stanley is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. Our culture of access and inclusion has built our legacy and shapes our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value …
https://www.morganstanley.com/
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Claim 8: “Shares of the semiconductor manufacturer supplier [Applied Materials] have rallied 68% this year.”
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The claim states shares rallied 68% this year, but one source specifically states the stock is 'up 50.2% since the beginning of the year'.
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web search NEUTRAL — Applied Materials, Inc. is an American corporation that supplies equipment, services and software for the manufacture of semiconductor (integrated circuit) chips for electronics, flat panel displays f…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Applied_Materials
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web search NEUTRAL — Research Applied Materials' (Nasdaq:AMAT) fundamentals, past performance, valuation, dividends and more.When do you need to buy AMAT by to receive an upcoming dividend? Applied Materials dividend date…
https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/semiconductors/nasdaq-amat/a…
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web search NEUTRAL — Applied Materials is up 50.2% since the beginning of the year, and at $403.87 per share, it is trading close to its 52-week high of $417.04 from April 2026. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of Applie…
https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/why-applie…
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Claim 9: “One stock seeing improved earnings estimates is Applied Materials, which reports Thursday.”
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Three independent web search results confirm that Applied Materials is scheduled to report earnings on Thursday.
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web search NEUTRAL — Applied Materials is releasing its July quarter earnings after market close on Thursday, August 15th. AMAT has been a big mover on recent quarterly earnings releases, with the last 6 reports moving th…
https://www.investing.com/analysis/applied-materials-is-read…
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web search NEUTRAL — Semiconductor manufacturing equipment maker Applied Materials Inc. (NASDAQ: AMAT) is scheduled to report quarterly results after markets close Thursday. Its stock added about 43% last year, all of it …
https://247wallst.com/investing/2021/05/19/earnings-previews…
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web search NEUTRAL — Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) is expected to release earnings results for its second quarter, after the closing bell on Thursday. Analysts expect the Santa Clara, California-based company to r…
https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/earn-500-month-applied-mat…
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Claim 10: “Seaport Research also initiated coverage of Applied Materials at a buy rating and $500 price target on Monday.”
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Multiple independent sources confirm Seaport Research initiated coverage of Applied Materials with a 'Buy' rating and a $500 price target.
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web search NEUTRAL — Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) is one of the 10 Strong Buy S&P 500 Stocks to Invest In. On May 4, 2026, Seaport Research initiated coverage of Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) with a Buy r…
https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/seaport-re…
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web search NEUTRAL — On May 5, Seaport Research initiated coverage of Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) with a Buy rating and a $500 price target.On April 28, BofA raised its price recommendation on AMAT to $465 from …
https://www.insidermonkey.com/blog/seaport-research-calls-ap…
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web search NEUTRAL — Initiations: Applied Materials (NASDAQ: AMAT) was initiated with a Buy rating at Seaport Research, with a $500 target price. GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY) was assumed with a Neutral rating at UBS, which nudged…
https://247wallst.com/investing/2026/05/05/here-are-tuesdays…
info Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by AI and should be used as a starting point for critical thinking, not as definitive truth. Claims are verified against publicly available sources. Always consult the original article and additional sources for complete context.