PLAB
Photronics Inc (PLAB)
NASDAQ
$30.55+$0.04 (+0.11%)
Price as of Aug 21, 2026 7:35 PM EDT
  • $1.8B
    Market Cap
  • 38.18%
    1-Year Change
  • Semiconductor Equipment & Materials
    Industry

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  • Earnings Score: 63
  • Momentum Score: 56
  • True Yield: N/A
  • Financial Health Score: 74
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ROSEN, RECOGNIZED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Photronics, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – PLAB

Rosen Law Firm is urging investors who purchased Photronics securities between December 10, 2025 and May 27, 2026 to join a class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that Photronics made materially false statements about its high-end product pipeline and customer demand, while concealing a critical bottleneck in its design release pipeline that made forward growth expectations unachievable. The lead plaintiff deadline is September 4, 2026.

08/09/2026, 7:58 PM • GlobeNewswire

Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP Notifies Shareholders of Photronics, Inc. (PLAB) of a Securities Class Action Lawsuit and the Opportunity to Seek a Lead Plaintiff Position

Hagens Berman is investigating Photronics, Inc. for alleged securities violations, claiming the company misled investors about demand for its high-end IC photomask products. Photronics' stock plunged 36% on May 28, 2026, after reporting disappointing Q2 results with an 11% drop in IC revenues and compressed margins. The lawsuit covers the period from December 10, 2025 to May 27, 2026, with a lead plaintiff deadline of September 4, 2026.

08/05/2026, 10:40 PM • GlobeNewswire

Photronics, Inc. Allegedly Overstated the Strength and Sustainability of Customer Demand; Contact Robbins LLP for Information About the Class Action Lawsuit Against PLAB

A securities class action has been filed against Photronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLAB) for allegedly overstating customer demand strength, revenue growth prospects, and failing to disclose production bottlenecks in its semiconductor photomask business. The company's stock plummeted 36.4% on May 28, 2026, following the disclosure of weaker-than-expected Q2 results, an 11% sequential decline in IC revenue, and reduced guidance. Investors who purchased PLAB securities between December 10, 2025 and May 27, 2026 may be eligible to participate in the lawsuit.

08/05/2026, 10:45 AM • GlobeNewswire

Kaplan Fox Alerts Investors of Photronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLAB) with Significant Losses to a Securities Class Action Deadline on September 4, 2026

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Photronics, Inc. for investors who purchased securities between December 10, 2025 and May 27, 2026. The company announced Q2 fiscal 2026 results on May 28, 2026 showing revenue and earnings below projections, with IC revenue declining 11% sequentially due to product launch delays and geopolitical uncertainty. Photronics stock fell more than 36% following the announcement. The lead plaintiff deadline is September 4, 2026.

08/05/2026, 10:45 AM • GlobeNewswire

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Photronics, Inc. of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadlines – PLAB

Pomerantz LLP has filed a class action lawsuit against Photronics, Inc. for alleged securities fraud and unlawful business practices. The lawsuit was triggered after Photronics announced Q2 2026 results showing revenue and earnings below projections, with IC revenue declining 11% sequentially. The stock fell 36.4% on May 28, 2026, following the disappointing guidance and management's attribution of the slowdown to product launch delays, high fab utilization, and geopolitical uncertainty. The deadline to join as Lead Plaintiff is September 4, 2026.

08/04/2026, 6:29 PM • GlobeNewswire

Hagens Berman Notifies Shareholders of Photronics, Inc. (PLAB) of Pending Securities Class Action Lawsuit and the Opportunity to Seek a Lead Plaintiff Position

Hagens Berman is investigating Photronics, Inc. for allegedly misleading investors about demand and outlook for its high-end IC photomask products. The company reportedly made false statements about robust global demand and healthy order patterns while concealing design pipeline bottlenecks. Photronics' stock plunged 36% on May 28, 2026, after revealing disappointing Q2 results with 11% IC revenue decline. The class action covers the period from December 10, 2025 to May 27, 2026, with a lead plaintiff deadline of September 4, 2026.

08/03/2026, 9:08 PM • GlobeNewswire

Hagens Berman Notifies Hub Group, Inc. (HUBG) Investors of Securities Class Action Lawsuit and Encourages Investors with Losses to Contact the Firm

Hagens Berman is investigating a securities class action against Hub Group, Inc. for alleged violations including understating costs by $77 million, improper revenue recognition in 2023-2024 reports, and inadequate internal controls. The company's stock declined 18% in February 2026 and 13% in May 2026 following corrective disclosures, wiping out $890 million in market capitalization and prompting the departure of the CFO and COO. The class period runs from April 28, 2023 to May 11, 2026, with a lead plaintiff deadline of August 28, 2026.

08/03/2026, 9:01 PM • GlobeNewswire

ROSEN, A LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages Wix.com Ltd. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – WIX

Rosen Law Firm has filed securities class action lawsuits against multiple companies for allegedly making false and misleading statements. The Wix lawsuit alleges the company overstated AI product competitiveness and understated development costs. Similar class actions have been filed against Microsoft and Photronics. Investors with losses are encouraged to join before upcoming deadlines.

08/03/2026, 7:13 PM • GlobeNewswire

ROSEN, A RANKED AND LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages Photronics, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – PLAB

Rosen Law Firm has filed securities class action lawsuits against Photronics, Inc., Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., and Rackspace Technology, Inc. The firm is seeking lead plaintiffs with a September 4, 2026 deadline. Photronics is accused of making false statements about its product pipeline and demand stability, while concealing a critical bottleneck in design releases.

08/03/2026, 6:59 PM • GlobeNewswire

Barrack, Rodos & Bacine Notifies Shareholders of Photronics, Inc. (PLAB) of a Securities Class Action Lawsuit and the Opportunity to Seek a Lead Plaintiff Position

A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Photronics, Inc. on behalf of investors who purchased shares between December 10, 2025 and May 27, 2026. The company allegedly made false statements about its high-end photomask demand and growth prospects while concealing a critical bottleneck in its design release pipeline. The stock price fell 36% on May 28, 2026 after the company revealed disappointing Q2 results and weak forward guidance.

08/01/2026, 9:30 AM • GlobeNewswire

Important Notice to Long-Term Shareholders of Erasca, Inc. (NASDAQ: ERAS); Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD); New Era Energy & Digital, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUAI) (formerly known as New Era Helium (NASDAQ: NEHC)); and Power Solutions International, Inc. (NASDAQ: PSIX): Grabar Law Office is Investigating Claims on Your Behalf

Grabar Law Office announced investigations into multiple publicly traded companies on behalf of shareholders, alleging breaches of fiduciary duties and securities law violations. The investigations cover Erasca (misleading statements about ERAS-0015 drug candidate and patent infringement), Insulet (defective manufacturing controls leading to product recalls), New Era Energy & Digital (overstated project progress and fraudulent oil-and-gas schemes), Power Solutions International (overstated sales demand and understated manufacturing costs), Hub Group, Planet Fitness, Primoris Services, EquipmentShare.com, GPGI, Photronics, and Via Transportation. Shareholders who meet specific holding criteria may seek damages and corporate governance reforms at no cost.

07/29/2026, 8:43 AM • GlobeNewswire

Hagens Berman Notifies Shareholders of Photronics, Inc. (PLAB) of Pending Securities Class Action Lawsuit and the Opportunity to Seek a Lead Plaintiff Position

Hagens Berman is conducting an investigation into Photronics, Inc. for allegedly misleading investors about demand and outlook for its high-end IC photomask products. The lawsuit covers the period from December 10, 2025 to May 27, 2026. Photronics' stock plunged 36% after the company reported disappointing Q2 fiscal 2026 results, revealing an 11% drop in IC revenues and compressed margins due to design pipeline bottlenecks that management allegedly knew about but concealed. The lead plaintiff deadline is September 4, 2026.

07/28/2026, 3:48 PM • GlobeNewswire

Notice to Long-Term Shareholders of Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CCOI); EquipmentShare.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQPT); Photronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLAB); and PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation (NASDAQ: PRCT): Grabar Law Office is Investigating Claims on Your Behalf

Grabar Law Office has initiated investigations on behalf of shareholders of four NASDAQ-listed companies: Cogent Communications (CCOI), EquipmentShare (EQPT), Photronics (PLAB), and PROCEPT BioRobotics (PRCT). The investigations allege breaches of fiduciary duties, including misrepresentation of business fundamentals, undisclosed related-party transactions, false demand statements, and artificially inflated sales figures. Shareholders who purchased shares before specified dates and still hold them may seek corporate reforms and damages at no cost.

07/27/2026, 1:56 PM • GlobeNewswire

ROSEN, SKILLED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Photronics, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – PLAB

A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Photronics, Inc. for allegedly providing false and misleading statements about its high-end product pipeline, customer schedules, and demand stability. The lawsuit claims defendants concealed a critical bottleneck in the design release pipeline that made forward growth expectations unachievable. Investors who purchased securities between December 10, 2025 and May 27, 2026 may be entitled to compensation. The lead plaintiff deadline is September 4, 2026.

07/26/2026, 9:25 AM • GlobeNewswire

INVESTOR ALERT: Photronics, Inc. (PLAB) Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Photronics Class Action Lawsuit - Hagens Berman

Hagens Berman is investigating Photronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLAB) for alleged securities violations, claiming the company misled investors about demand for its high-end IC photomask products. Photronics' stock plunged 36% on May 28, 2026, after reporting disappointing Q2 fiscal 2026 results with sequential revenue declines and an 11% drop in IC revenues. The company allegedly made false statements about robust global demand and healthy order patterns while knowing of severe design release pipeline bottlenecks. Investors with losses during the class period (Dec. 10, 2025 – May 27, 2026) are urged to contact the firm by the Sept. 4, 2026 deadline.

07/24/2026, 1:34 PM • GlobeNewswire

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Day Range
$30.22
$31.43
$30.51
1-Year Range
$20.28
$54.96
$30.51
Latest Close$30.51
Change
-$0.010 (-0.03%)
Volume999,356
Market Cap$1.8B
Shares Outstanding59.0M
P/E (TTM)11.18
Diluted EPS (TTM)$2.73
Enterprise Value$1.3B

Information as of 08/21/2026

Company Profile

$1.8B
Market Cap
$159.1M
Net Income
Sector: Technology
Industry: Semiconductor Equipment & Materials
15 Secor Road, Brookfield, CT, United States, 06804
203 775 9000

Photronics, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of photomask products and services in the United States, Taiwan, China, Korea, Europe, and internationally. It offers photomasks that are used in the manufacture of integrated circuits and flat panel displays (FPDs); and to transfer circuit patterns onto semiconductor wafers, and FDP substrates. The company also provides electrical and optical components. It sells its products to semiconductor and FPD designers, manufacturers, and foundries through its sales personnel and customer service representatives. The company was formerly known as Photronic Labs, Inc. and changed its name to Photronics, Inc. in 1990. Photronics, Inc. was incorporated in 1969 and is based in Brookfield, Connecticut.

Key Executives

  • KangJyh Lee
  • George C. Macricostas
  • Eric Rivera
  • David Wang
  • H. K. Park

Current Ownership Distribution

  • Institutions1.1B (73.47%)
  • Mutual Funds377.0M (25.91%)
  • Insiders9.0M (0.62%)
  • Other0 (0.00%)