MARKET WIREBenzinga • 2d ago
Smartkem shares are trading lower. The company announced a non-binding letter of intent to acquire all outstanding shares of Carbonium Core in exchange for shares of Smartkem Series B Convertible Preferred Stock.Why ACLS Stock slipped -1.50% Today — RQD Quant Desk Flash
$112.02 -1.50% NASDAQ • Live Quote vs Prior Daily Close (Synced Snapshot)
EXT / AFTER-HRS: $111.50
Axcelis Technologies Inc. (ACLS) carries a Roarable Rating of C+ (Hold) with 67/100 RQD Confidence. The composite score sits in the neutral Hold band (59–69), meaning current holders don’t need to panic-sell while prospective buyers can wait for a move into the 70+ Buy zone.
ROARABLE C+ • HOLD / WATCH
Cap $3.46B
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Is ACLS stock a Buy, Hold, or Sell right now according to Roarable's RQD model?
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As of 2026-11-01, Axcelis Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: ACLS) is rated C+ (Hold / HOLD) by Roarable's 5-pillar RQD engine with a composite confidence score of 67/100 at a spot price of $112.02 (-1.50% 1D, market cap $3.46B). Pillar breakdown: Fundamental Cash Engine 15/20, Institutional 13F & Options Flow 10/20, Executive Insider Alignment 16/20, FRED Macro Regime Fit 15/20, and SEC Balance-Sheet Forensics 11/20. Across 714 tracked Technology issuers, ACLS ranks #145 in composite RQD confidence.
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How does ACLS compare to ACMR and LPL in the Technology sector?
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Within the Technology sector (Industrial Machinery/Components), ACLS carries a Roarable C+ (67/100 RQD), trailing P/E of 28.8x, gross margin of 44.9%, and ROIC of 10.6%. By comparison, ACMR (ACM Research Inc. (Class A)) holds a D- grade (42/100 RQD, P/E 36.5x, ROIC 9.8%, cap $3.43B) and LPL (LG Display Co Ltd AMERICAN DEPOSITORY SHARES) posts a D grade (50/100 RQD, P/E N/A, ROIC —, cap $2.71B). Among the 5-stock peer group, ACLS leads on earnings multiple (28.8x) while ACLS leads on capital efficiency (10.6% ROIC).
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What are the biggest fundamental strengths and SEC risk factors for ACLS?
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Per ACLS's SEC EDGAR XBRL 10-K filing (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31, CIK 0001113232), Axcelis Technologies Inc. generated $839.0M in revenue (-17.6% YoY), $120.2M in net income, and $107.0M in free cash flow against $1.36B in total assets and $0 in total debt. Key quantitative strengths: Strong cash generator (45% profit margin)—profits are backed by real money, not accounting tricks.. Primary risk factors monitored: Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.. Institutional options positioning shows a 50% call / 50% put premium split.
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INTERACTIVE SCENARIO DECK:
EXT / AFTER-HRS: $111.50 (-0.46%)🧬 Cannibal Buyback (-0.96% YoY Shares)⚙️ Cash Engine: 15/20 (B) • 12.8% FCF Margin
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5-PILLAR SNOWFLAKE RADARRw C- · Rk B+
Each axis scored 0–20
12M PRICE TARGET CONE+4.1% Base Target
WHALE OPTIONS SNAPSHOT: — (No Active Options Snapshot on file for ACLS)Realized 20D OHLCV Swing Band: ±10.2%
Deterministic 5-Pillar Attribution (67/100 Composite)
🔍 WHY ACLS SCORES 67/100 (C+) — TOP 3 DRIVERS2 Bullish Pillars + #1 Risk Drag
▲ #1 Bullish Driver: SEC 10-K Forensic Risk+16/20 pts (24% of score)
Altman Z-Score 8.43 (FORTRESS SAFE (>3.0)) • Piotroski F-Score 5/9
▲ #2 Bullish Driver: Cash Engine Quality+15/20 pts (22% of score)
SEC XBRL FY 2025 (10-K): 12.8% FCF Margin ($107.0M FCF) & 44.9% Gross Margin
▼ #1 Drag / Risk Factor: Whale & Options Positioning10/20 pts (-10 pt drag)
Put hedging (50% put share) caps near-term gamma upside (-10 pts vs max)
📈 PAST 4 QUARTERS RQD vs SUBSEQUENT RETURNQ1 → Q2 → Q3 → Current
Q1 (-3Q)Grade B+$134.71-19.6% Next Q
75
Q2 (-2Q)Grade B$108.35-1.6% Next Q
72
Q3 (-1Q)Grade B$106.58+5.1% Next Q
70
CurrentGrade C+$112.02+1.6% Hist 90D α
67
Trajectory: B+ (75) → C+ (67)Full Audit →
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⚔️ Adversarial Opposing Case: Why the ACLS Bull Thesis Could Fail
Even with a 67/100 (C+) score, ACLS faces multiple-compression risk if 28.8x trailing P/E re-rate toward historical sector medians or if hyperscaler/enterprise customer concentration slows in upcoming 10-Q filings.
⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #1
Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.
⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #2
Dilution & Margin Drag: Cannibal Buyback (-0.96% YoY Shares) — any gross margin slip below 42.4% triggers an automatic RQD downgrade.
⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #3
Technical & Forensic Kill-Switch: A daily close below the 50D SMA ($118.51) or 200D SMA ($123.13) invalidates the momentum regime and cuts Target Base ($116.56) toward Bear Floor ($90.92).
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Why ACLS Stock slipped -1.50% Today — RQD Quant Desk Flash
Axcelis Technologies Inc. (ACLS) slipped -1.50% to $112.02, trading at 32% of its 52-week range ($73.6 – $193.78). Solid 45% profit margin (11% return on capital), mixed timing at 29x P/E—hold if owned, no rush to chase.
- ▸Technical Tape: Trading at 32% of its 52-week range ($73.6 – $193.78) with RSI-14 at 35.1 (NEUTRAL RANGE).
- ▸Volatility Profile: Historical 20-day realized swing band of ±10.2% around $112.02 (no active unusual options sweep snapshot on file).
- ▸Fundamental Anchor: Roarable C+ (Hold) backed by 44.9% gross margin and $107.0M annual free cash flow.
Live ACLS Headlines & Catalysts
MARKET WIREYahoo • 3d ago
Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) Dips More Than Broader Market: What You Should KnowAxcelis Technologies (ACLS) closed at $112.02 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.5% move from the prior day.
MARKET WIREBenzinga • 3d ago
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12 Information Technology Stocks Moving In Wednesday's After-Market SessionGainers Impinj (NASDAQ:PI) stock moved upwards by 7.1% to $189.0 during Wednesday's after-market session. The company's market cap stands at $5.3 billion. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out today.
RISK WATCHYahoo • 5d ago
Axcelis Technologies Names Jeroen Delsman as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial OfficerAxcelis Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACLS), a leading supplier of enabling ion implantation solutions for the semiconductor industry, today announced the appointment of Jeroen Delsman as Executive Vice President and Chief
RISK WATCHBenzinga • 5d ago
Axcelis Technologies Appoints Jeroen Delsman CFO, Effective Nov. 12, Succeeding David RyzhikAxcelis Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACLS), a leading supplier of enabling ion implantation solutions for the semiconductor industry, today announced the appointment of Jeroen Delsman as Executive Vice President and
MARKET WIREYahoo • 7d ago
Can Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) Support Its Price With Earnings?Axcelis Technologies has delivered a powerful long term share price run. After a recent pullback, the key question is whether the current US$106.58 price still lines up with what its earnings can support. With investors
MARKET WIREYahoo • 7d ago
Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) Expands In Korea, Is The Stock A Bargain?Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) has drawn fresh attention to its stock after announcing a $35 million ion implantation manufacturing facility in Pyeongtaek, Korea, intended to expand its global production capacity. Recent tr
MARKET WIREYahoo • 7d ago
Should Korea Factory Plans Require Action From Axcelis Technologies Stock Investors?Axcelis Technologies has already broken ground on a new US$35 million ion implantation manufacturing facility in Pyeongtaek, Korea. The 200,000 square foot site extends its existing Asia Operations Center with warehousin
MARKET WIREYahoo • 9d ago
Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) Rises As Market Takes a Dip: Key FactsThe latest trading day saw Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) settling at $106.58, representing a +1.76% change from its previous close.
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ACLS // CANDLESTICK & AUTO-TRENDLINE WORKSTATION6M: -19.47%📐 HORIZONTAL RANGE
2026-10-30O $105.8H $112.0L $95.73C $112.0VOL 522.9K
RES: $152.5SUP: $94.06SMA50: $118.5SMA200: $123.1
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Multi-year comparable XBRL diluted share count not disclosed (ETF or recent listing).
Reverse-DCF Expectations Hurdle (#30)
22.1%/yr Implied 5Y Growth
vs. -17.6% actual YoY revenue growth (assuming 9.25% cost of equity & 16.5x terminal multiple).
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Technology Rank #145 of 714
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1. Head-to-Head Technology Peer Comparison (ACLS vs. ACMR, LPL, VECO, PI)
Industry: Industrial Machinery/Components (208 Tracked Issuers)Across 714 tracked Technology securities in the Roarable RQD universe, Axcelis Technologies Inc. (ACLS) ranks #145 by composite RQD confidence (67/100, grade C+) and #240 by equity capitalization ($3.46B). Within this direct 5-issuer industry benchmark cohort, ACLS leads on earnings valuation at 28.8x trailing P/E, while ACLS leads on capital efficiency and profitability with 10.6% ROIC and 44.9% gross margin. ACLS currently leads its immediate peer cohort in composite quantitative strength at 67/100 (C+).
| Ticker / Company | Roarable Grade | RQD Score | Trailing P/E | Gross Margin | ROIC | 1D Change | Market Cap | Head-to-Head |
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Axcelis Technologies Inc. | C+ | 67/100 | 28.8x | 44.9% | 10.6% | -1.50% | $3.46B | Benchmark Subject |
| ACMR ACM Research Inc. (Class A) | D- | 42/100 | 36.5x | 44.4% | 9.8% | -7.03% | $3.43B | /acmr-vs-acls → |
| LPL LG Display Co Ltd AMERICAN DEPOSITORY SHARES | D | 50/100 | — | — | — | -2.87% | $2.71B | /lpl-vs-acls → |
| VECO Veeco Instruments Inc. | D+ | 56/100 | 73.9x | 40.0% | 3.0% | -2.37% | $2.62B | /veco-vs-acls → |
| PI Impinj Inc. | C- | 60/100 | — | 52.5% | -0.1% | +3.44% | $5.63B | /pi-vs-acls → |
2. Multi-Year SEC XBRL Revenue, Cash Flow & Balance-Sheet Trajectory (FY2023–FY2025)
SEC EDGAR 10-K • FILED 2025-12-31 • CIK 0001113232In its most recent audited fiscal period (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31), Axcelis Technologies Inc. (ACLS) reported GAAP revenue of $839.0M (-17.6% vs. FY2024 revenue of $1.02B , and -25.8% cumulative change since FY2023) , GAAP net income of $120.2M, operating cash flow of $118.3M, and free cash flow of $107.0M (-16.8% YoY). On the balance sheet, ACLS closed FY2025 with $1.36B in total assets against $0 in total debt (Altman Z-Score: 8.43, Piotroski F-Score: 5/9).
| Fiscal Period | Filing Date | Revenue | Net Income | Operating Cash Flow | Free Cash Flow | Total Assets | Total Debt |
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| FY2025 (FY) | 2025-12-31 | $839.0M | $120.2M | $118.3M | $107.0M | $1.36B | — |
| FY2024 (FY) | 2024-12-31 | $1.02B | $201.0M | $140.8M | $128.6M | $1.35B | — |
| FY2023 (FY) | 2023-12-31 | $1.13B | $246.3M | $156.9M | $156.9M | — | — |
3. ACLS Data-Verified Investor FAQ (RQD Rating, Sector Peers, SEC Forensics & Technicals)
✓ SCHEMA.ORG FAQPAGE JSON-LD ENABLEDIs ACLS stock a Buy, Hold, or Sell right now according to Roarable's RQD model?
As of 2026-11-01, Axcelis Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: ACLS) is rated C+ (Hold / HOLD) by Roarable's 5-pillar RQD engine with a composite confidence score of 67/100 at a spot price of $112.02 (-1.50% 1D, market cap $3.46B). Pillar breakdown: Fundamental Cash Engine 15/20, Institutional 13F & Options Flow 10/20, Executive Insider Alignment 16/20, FRED Macro Regime Fit 15/20, and SEC Balance-Sheet Forensics 11/20. Across 714 tracked Technology issuers, ACLS ranks #145 in composite RQD confidence.
How does ACLS compare to ACMR and LPL in the Technology sector?
Within the Technology sector (Industrial Machinery/Components), ACLS carries a Roarable C+ (67/100 RQD), trailing P/E of 28.8x, gross margin of 44.9%, and ROIC of 10.6%. By comparison, ACMR (ACM Research Inc. (Class A)) holds a D- grade (42/100 RQD, P/E 36.5x, ROIC 9.8%, cap $3.43B) and LPL (LG Display Co Ltd AMERICAN DEPOSITORY SHARES) posts a D grade (50/100 RQD, P/E N/A, ROIC —, cap $2.71B). Among the 5-stock peer group, ACLS leads on earnings multiple (28.8x) while ACLS leads on capital efficiency (10.6% ROIC).
What are the biggest fundamental strengths and SEC risk factors for ACLS?
Per ACLS's SEC EDGAR XBRL 10-K filing (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31, CIK 0001113232), Axcelis Technologies Inc. generated $839.0M in revenue (-17.6% YoY), $120.2M in net income, and $107.0M in free cash flow against $1.36B in total assets and $0 in total debt. Key quantitative strengths: Strong cash generator (45% profit margin)—profits are backed by real money, not accounting tricks.. Primary risk factors monitored: Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.. Institutional options positioning shows a 50% call / 50% put premium split.
Where is ACLS trading relative to its 50-day, 200-day, and 52-week technical levels?
ACLS last traded at $112.02 (-1.50% on volume of 284,761 shares), positioning the stock -5.48% below its 50-day simple moving average ($118.51) and -9.02% below its 200-day simple moving average ($123.13). Across its 52-week range of $73.60 to $193.78, ACLS sits at the 32.0% percentile with a 14-day RSI of 35.1 (NEUTRAL RANGE) and an implied next-earnings move of ±10.2% ($100.59 to $123.45).
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100% OPEN ACCESS • SEC EDGAR × CBOE × FREDWhy is ACLS stock moving today?
Why ACLS Stock slipped -1.50% Today — RQD Quant Desk Flash. Solid 45% profit margin (11% return on capital), mixed timing at 29x P/E—hold if owned, no rush to chase.