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Aixtron Soars 33% in a Month: Uncovering the Hidden Gem in European Semiconductors
13 Nov
Summary
- Aixtron, a German semiconductor equipment maker, up 33% in last month
- Aixtron's shares underperforming the PHLX Semiconductor Sector Index this year
- Company pays 0.8% dividend, cut earlier this year to build cash position
As of November 13, 2025, the semiconductor industry has been one of the hottest sectors this year, with major U.S. players like Nvidia, AMD, Qualcomm, and Broadcom leading the charge. However, a lesser-known European semiconductor stock has been quietly making waves.
Aixtron, a German-based semiconductor equipment manufacturer, has seen its share price jump 33% in the last month, despite being up only 25% so far in 2025. This performance lags behind the broader PHLX Semiconductor Sector Index, which has gained 41% year-to-date.
Despite the recent surge, Aixtron's valuation remains relatively attractive, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 23.6, still below its five-year average of 30.3. The company also pays an annual dividend of $0.17 per share, equating to a yield of around 0.8%. However, investors should note that the dividend was cut by more than half earlier this year as Aixtron sought to build up its cash position.
Aixtron's third-quarter earnings, reported on October 30, 2025, missed analysts' estimates by 35%. Revenue declined 23% year-over-year to 119.6 million euros, and profits slipped 31% to 46.4 million euros. Nevertheless, the company's stock has continued to gain momentum, suggesting that investors see long-term potential in this European semiconductor play.
