Photronics to Present at the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference
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Photronics (Nasdaq:PLAB) will participate in the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 14, 2026. The company will host 1-on-1 meetings and present on Wednesday, January 14 at 3:45 p.m. ET. A live and on-demand webcast of the presentation will be available in the Investors section of Photronics' website at www.photronics.com.
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News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, PLAB gained 5.45%, reflecting a notable positive market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +2.8% during that session. Our momentum scanner triggered 13 alerts that day, indicating notable trading interest and price volatility. This price movement added approximately $109M to the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $2.11B at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
Peers show mixed moves, with Ultra Clean up 4.99%, Daqo up 1.94%, and ACM Research down 2.15%, suggesting today’s setup around PLAB is more stock-specific than sector-driven.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 10 | Full-year results | Positive | +45.4% | Full-year 2025 results and Q1 2026 guidance with strong positive reaction. |
| Nov 20 | Earnings date notice | Neutral | -1.4% | Announcement of Q4 2025 report date and conference call details. |
| Nov 11 | Investor conferences | Neutral | -2.2% | Planned participation in late-2025 investor conferences in Dallas and New York. |
| Sep 17 | Investor summit | Neutral | +2.2% | Participation in the 17th Annual CEO Investor Summit at Semicon West. |
| Aug 27 | Q3 2025 earnings | Positive | +7.6% | Q3 FY2025 results with strong FPD growth and buyback authorization increase. |
Recent news, especially earnings updates, has generally seen price moves aligned with the tone of the announcements, including a strong reaction to full-year 2025 results.
Over the last few months, Photronics reported full-year fiscal 2025 revenue of $849.3 million and Q4 revenue of $215.8 million, with guidance for Q1 fiscal 2026 revenue of $217M–$225M and non-GAAP EPS of $0.51–$0.59. Prior Q3 FY2025 results showed revenue of $210.4 million and a $25.0 million share repurchase increase. Alongside this, the company has regularly participated in investor conferences, similar to the newly announced Needham event, maintaining active engagement with the investment community.
Market Pulse Summary
The stock moved +5.5% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with Photronics’ pattern of meaningful moves around investor communication, such as the prior 45.39% jump on full-year 2025 results. Participation in a high-profile conference can reinforce the existing uptrend, with shares already trading above the 200-day MA. However, investors have seen elevated levels before, and prior gains can invite profit-taking once conference catalysts are fully absorbed.
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BROOKFIELD, Conn., Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Photronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:PLAB), a worldwide leader in photomask technologies and solutions, today announced that it will participate in the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 14th, 2026.
Photronics will host 1-on-1 meetings and is scheduled to present on Wednesday, January 14th at 3:45 p.m. Eastern Time. A live and on-demand webcast of the presentation can be accessed on the “Investors” section of the Photronics website at www.photronics.com.
About Photronics
Photronics is a leading worldwide manufacturer of integrated circuit (IC) and flat panel display (FPD) photomasks. High precision quartz plates that contain microscopic images of electronic circuits, photomasks are a key element in the IC and FPD manufacturing process. Founded in 1969, Photronics has been a trusted photomask supplier for over 56 years. The company operates 11 strategically located manufacturing facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America. Additional information on the company can be accessed at www.photronics.com.
For Further Information:
Ted Moreau
VP, Investor Relations
469.395.8175
tmoreau@photronics.com
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