Bull case
The bull case prices AMD at 48x on FY1 earnings, assuming continued execution and no meaningful deceleration in the core business.
Wall Street verdict, consensus price target, and analyst rating breakdown — everything needed to frame the risk/reward at today's price.
Three scenarios for where AMD stock could go
The bull case prices AMD at 48x on FY1 earnings, assuming continued execution and no meaningful deceleration in the core business.
At 37x on FY1 earnings, the base case reflects a reasonable but not stretched valuation. It prices in continued growth without assuming an exceptional setup.
If investor confidence fades or macro conditions deteriorate, a 49x multiple contraction could push AMD down roughly 68% from where it trades now.
Not financial advice. Model confidence reflects internal scenario assumptions, not a guarantee of returns. Past performance does not predict future results.

Advanced Micro Devices designs and sells high-performance computing and graphics processors for PCs, data centers, gaming consoles, and embedded systems. It generates revenue primarily from sales of CPUs (~50% of revenue) and GPUs (~30%), with the remainder coming from semi-custom chips for game consoles and embedded processors. AMD's key advantage is its competitive x86 CPU architecture and GPU technology that directly challenges market leader Intel in performance-per-dollar across multiple segments.
Quarterly beat-or-miss track record against analyst estimates, plus forward revenue and EPS outlook for the next two fiscal years.
| Quarter | EPS (Actual / Est) | EPS Surprise | Revenue (Actual / Est) | Rev Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | $0.48/$0.48 | +0.3% | $7.7B/$7.4B | +3.7% |
| Q4 2025 | $1.20/$1.17 | +2.6% | $9.2B/$8.8B | +5.6% |
| Q1 2026 | $1.53/$1.32 | +15.9% | $10.3B/$9.7B | +6.2% |
| Q2 2026 | $1.37/$1.29 | +6.2% | $10.3B/$9.9B | +3.6% |
AMD beat EPS estimates in 4 of 4 tracked quarters. A perfect track record raises the bar for the upcoming report.
Product and geographic revenue mix from the latest annual disclosure, with year-over-year growth by segment.
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Current multiples compared to the S&P 500, the company's sector, and its own five-year average.
Fair value est. $307 — implies -42.9% from today's price.
| Metric | AMD | S&P 500 | Technology | 5Y Avg AMD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward PE | 72.0x | 18.8x+283% | 22.3x+223% | — |
| Trailing PE | 202.8x | 24.4x+729% | 29.0x+599% | 85.1x+138% |
| PEG Ratio | 39.25x | 1.66x+2265% | 1.51x+2506% | — |
| EV/EBITDA | 130.6x | 15.2x+759% | 16.6x+686% | 42.8x+205% |
| Price/FCF | 130.1x | 20.7x+529% | 19.2x+577% | 56.5x+130% |
| Price/Sales | 25.3x | 3.1x+718% | 2.4x+937% | 8.8x+188% |
| Dividend Yield | — | 1.91% | 1.11% | — |
Forward P/E and PEG reflect analyst consensus estimates. Historical averages use trailing ratios where forward data is unavailable.S&P 500 and sector benchmarks both use trailing median P/E — similar readings indicate the broader index and sector are priced alike.
Open valuation toolAMD generates $8.6B in free cash flow at a 22.9% margin.
Revenue, margins, and cash generation
ROIC, leverage, and debt serviceability
How capital is returned to owners
All figures from the trailing twelve months. ROIC uses invested capital (equity + net debt).
Open full ratios pageKey factors that could pressure the stock price, compress the multiple, or weigh on future results.
AI analysis · updated June 17, 2026
AMD faces intense competition in the AI accelerator market, with risks to its MI450 roadmap and data center share gains.
The base case fair value estimate for AMD has shifted materially, indicating potential overvaluation or market volatility.
A serious investment in AMD requires rigorous downside analysis due to execution risks in data center and AI growth.
AMD disclosed 42 risk factors in its recent earnings report, highlighting operational and financial challenges.
Portions of the 2026 Proxy Statement are pending incorporation, suggesting minor administrative or governance risks.
These are risk mechanisms, not predictions. The key question is which would force a cut to earnings estimates or a lower multiple than the market currently prices in.
Structural drivers behind the upside case and why the stock could outperform over the next 12 months.
AI analysis · updated June 17, 2026
AMD's growth is fueled by increasing demand for AI technologies, as highlighted by record revenue and data center AI growth.
Strong performance in data center segments, including the MI450 roadmap, is a key driver for AMD's bullish outlook.
Continued product ramp-ups and execution have contributed to significant stock price appreciation.
AMD's wide moat and strong competitive positioning are cited as reasons for long-term bullishness.
Top institutional holders like Vanguard Group (9.5%) signal confidence in AMD's future prospects.
A forward P/E of 39.68 suggests optimism about AMD's earnings growth potential compared to its trailing P/E.
A real bull case compounds — each driver matters most when it strengthens margins, supports capital returns, and keeps the company above the market's minimum growth bar simultaneously.
52-week range context and price returns across multiple time horizons. Dividend contribution is shown separately in the Capital Return section.
Range context matters because valuation compression and earnings misses rarely hit from the same starting point. A stock already far below its high can still fall, but it is no longer carrying the same embedded optimism as one pressing a fresh peak.
Valuation, growth, and margin comparison against the closest publicly traded peers for this company.
| Company | Mkt Cap | Fwd PE | Rev Grw | Margin | Rating | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AMD AMD Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. | $876.1B | 72.0x | +25.1% | 13.3% | Buy | -15.7% |
INT INTC Intel Corporation | $672.8B | 123.6x | +5.1% | -5.9% | Hold | -33.5% |
NVD NVDA NVIDIA Corporation | $5.10T | 23.6x | +37.8% | 63.0% | Buy | +50.4% |
QCO QCOM QUALCOMM Incorporated | $238.3B | 21.1x | +4.6% | 22.3% | Hold | -15.5% |
ARM ARM Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares | $467.6B | 202.1x | +20.3% | 18.4% | Buy | -38.3% |
MRV MRVL Marvell Technology, Inc. | $271.7B | 76.8x | +26.3% | 29.0% | Buy | -22.3% |
This peer comparison reflects companies with similar business models, product lines, or market positioning, supplemented by industry grouping when direct matches are limited.
AMD returns 0.2% annually — null% through dividends and 0.2% through buybacks.
Yield, cadence, and growth quality
How much per-share support comes from repurchases
| Year | Div / Share | YoY Grw | BB Yield | Total Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | $0.01 | — | 0.2% | 0.2% |
Common questions answered from live analyst data and company financials.
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) is rated Buy by Wall Street analysts as of 2026. Of 70 analysts covering the stock, 50 rate it Buy or Strong Buy, 20 rate it Hold, and 0 rate it Sell or Strong Sell. The consensus 12-month price target is $453, implying -15.7% from the current price of $537. The bear case scenario is $172 and the bull case is $360.
The Wall Street consensus price target for AMD is $453 based on 70 analyst estimates. The high-end target is $665 (+23.8% from today), and the low-end target is $260 (-51.6%). The base case model target is $273.
AMD trades at 72.0x times forward earnings. The stock trades at a notable premium to the broad market, which is typical for businesses with strong free cash flow and above-average growth expectations. Based on current multiples versus the peer group, the relative model signals expensive versus peers. Whether the stock is over or undervalued ultimately depends on whether consensus earnings estimates are achievable.
The primary risks for AMD in 2026 are: (1) AI market competition — AMD faces intense competition in the AI accelerator market, with risks to its MI450 roadmap and data center share gains. (2) Valuation reset risk — The base case fair value estimate for AMD has shifted materially, indicating potential overvaluation or market volatility. (3) Execution risks — A serious investment in AMD requires rigorous downside analysis due to execution risks in data center and AI growth. Each factor has the potential to pressure earnings or compress the stock's valuation multiple.
Analyst consensus estimates AMD will report consensus revenue of $46.9B (+25.1% year-over-year) and EPS of $5.15 (+70.2% year-over-year) for the upcoming fiscal year. The following year, analysts project $58.4B in revenue.
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. is expected to report its next earnings on approximately 2026-08-04. Consensus expects EPS of $1.60 and revenue of $11.2B. Over recent quarters, AMD has beaten EPS estimates 83% of the time.
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) generated $8.6B in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months — a free cash flow margin of 22.9%. AMD returns capital to shareholders through and share repurchases ($1.3B TTM).