Should you buy AXT stock now?
The technical signal for AXT is currently NEUTRAL. AXT trades at $73.96 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Hold. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -2.668 with rising momentum (signal: -6.471); RSI is at 55.6 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $91.60 points to 23.9% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for AXT stock?
The average analyst price target for AXT is $91.60. The current price is $73.96, which gives an upside of 23.9%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $82.44 and $100.76.
Is AXT a dividend stock?
No, AXT does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of AXT stock?
AXT is rated as a stock with extreme risk. the annual standard deviation is 150.0%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk.
Is AXT overvalued?
No, AXT is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (23.9% upside). AXT has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 2,175.7 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 34.0, a P/B ratio of 4.5. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 23.9%.
Is AXT overbought?
No, AXT is not overbought. RSI is at 55.6 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 55.6 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 38.4% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next AXT earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for AXT has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is AXT shorted?
Yes, AXT is shorted with 17.6% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying AXT stock?
No, insiders are not buying AXT shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 12 sales. On a net basis, 15,831,871 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 25,733,908 $ sold. Active sellers include CHEN JESSE, CHANG DAVID C, YOUNG MORRIS S and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is AXT a good stock?
Based on our total score, AXT is rated as a poor stock with a total score of 20 out of 100. The stock scores below average on value, quality and momentum – it sits at the lower end of the market. The score is made up of Value: 11/100, Quality: 32/100, Momentum: 17/100. In addition: analysts see 23.9% upside to the price target; technical signal: Hold. Whether AXT is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for AXT stock?
The outlook for AXT based on current data: the average analyst price target is $91.60 (+23.9%); the P/E ratio is 2,175.7 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is AXT stock rising?
AXT is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 38.4% above the 20-day average; short interest is 17.6% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can AXT go?
The average analyst price target for AXT is $91.60, which corresponds to a potential gain of 23.9% from the current price of $73.96. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can AXT fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for AXT. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does AXT do?
AXT, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and distributes compound and single element semiconductor substrates. The company provides indium phosphide for use in data center connectivity using light/lasers, high-speed data transfer in data centers, 5G communications, fiber opt... The company belongs to the Teknologi sector, more specifically the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate AXT as an investment.
Did AXT raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from AXT. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is AXT making money or losing money?
Yes, AXT is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 3.2% — which is modest. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 21.9%. At a P/E ratio of 2,175.7, you currently pay 2,175.7 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can AXT go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of AXT is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 9.00 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 4 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 44% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does AXT have a lot of debt?
No, AXT has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 44%. For the teknologi sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can AXT service its debt? Could struggle to service its debt — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is -15.7x, and net debt equals 2.2 years of earnings (EBITDA).
