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Teradyne Inc. (TER) Stock

Teradyne Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Teradyne Inc. (TER), a prominent company in the life sciences sector within the instruments for meas & testing of electricity & elec signals industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $97.50. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $65.67 and $162.45. This places the current price at 60.0% of its 52-week high and 48.5% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 201. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US8807701029.

52-Week High

$162.45

-39.98% from high

52-Week Low

$65.67

+48.47% from low

Avg Daily Volume

201

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

25.59

Above market average

Forward P/E

26.81

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

1.51

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

5.19

EV/EBITDA

18.03

EPS (TTM)

$3.53

Price to Sales

4.99

Beta

1.67

More volatile than market

How is TER valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Teradyne Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 25.59, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 26.81 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.51 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is TER's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.67, Teradyne Inc. is significantly more volatile than the market. For every 10% market move, this stock tends to move 17% in the same direction. Higher beta stocks offer greater potential returns but with increased risk. The price-to-book ratio of 5.19 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

19.90%

Operating Margin

19.70%

Return on Equity

21.50%

Return on Assets

10.60%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

14.30%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

52.50%

How profitable and efficient is TER's business model?
Teradyne Inc. achieves a profit margin of 19.90%, meaning it retains $19.90 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 19.70% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 21.50% and ROA at 10.60%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are TER's recent growth trends?
Teradyne Inc.'s revenue grew by 14.30% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 52.50% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against INSTRUMENTS FOR MEAS & TESTING OF ELECTRICITY & ELEC SIGNALS industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$0.48

Dividend Yield

0.53%

Ex-Dividend Date

5/22/2025

Dividend Date

6/13/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from TER?
Teradyne Inc. offers a dividend yield of 0.53%, paying $0.48 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 5/22/2025.
How reliable is TER's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Teradyne Inc. pays $0.48 per share in dividends against earnings of $3.53 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 13.60%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/13/2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$14.49B

Shares Outstanding

160.42M

Book Value/Share

$17.41

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is TER's market capitalization and position?
Teradyne Inc. has a market capitalization of $14.49B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 160.42M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the INSTRUMENTS FOR MEAS & TESTING OF ELECTRICITY & ELEC SIGNALS industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does TER's price compare to its book value?
Teradyne Inc.'s book value per share is $17.41, while the current stock price is $97.50, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 5.60. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$95.86

1.68% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

2

Buy

9

Hold

4

Sell

1

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for TER?
17 analysts cover TER with 65% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $95.86 implies -1.7% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on TER?
Current analyst recommendations:2 Strong Buy, 9 Buy, 4 Hold, 1 Sell, 1 Strong Sell. The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 03:46 AM

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