Bull case
ENTG would need investors to value it at roughly 116x earnings — about 74x more generous than today's 42x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
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 ENTG stock could go
ENTG would need investors to value it at roughly 116x earnings — about 74x more generous than today's 42x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
At 56x 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 6x multiple contraction could push ENTG down roughly 15% 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.

Entegris is a critical supplier of contamination control products, specialty chemicals, and materials handling solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. It generates revenue through three main segments—Specialty Chemicals and Engineered Materials (~40%), Microcontamination Control (~35%), and Advanced Materials Handling (~25%)—serving semiconductor fabs and equipment makers. The company's moat comes from its deep expertise in ultra-pure materials science and its essential role in enabling advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes where even microscopic contamination can ruin entire production batches.
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 | $0.66/$0.65 | +2.3% | $792M/$765M | +3.5% |
| Q4 2025 | $0.72/$0.72 | +0.0% | $807M/$811M | -0.5% |
| Q1 2026 | $0.70/$0.67 | +4.9% | $824M/$811M | +1.6% |
| Q2 2026 | $0.86/$0.75 | +14.7% | $812M/$809M | +0.4% |
ENTG 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.
Latest annual revenue by segment or product family
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Latest annual revenue by reported region
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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. $101 — implies -29.1% from today's price.
| Metric | ENTG | S&P 500 | Technology | 5Y Avg ENTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward PE | 41.8x | 19.1x+119% | 22.1x+89% | — |
| Trailing PE | 96.3x | 25.1x+284% | 26.7x+260% | 59.3x+62% |
| PEG Ratio | — | 1.72x | 1.52x | — |
| EV/EBITDA | 20.0x | 15.2x+31% | 17.5x+14% | 21.2x |
| Price/FCF | 57.4x | 21.1x+172% | 19.5x+194% | 69.0x-17% |
| Price/Sales | 7.1x | 3.1x+127% | 2.4x+191% | 5.0x+43% |
| Dividend Yield | 0.27% | 1.87% | 1.16% | 0.41% |
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 toolENTG generates $721M in free cash flow at a 22.3% margin.
Revenue, margins, and cash generation
ROIC, leverage, and debt serviceability
~4.9 years to full repayment at current FCF run-rate
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 April 29, 2026
Entegris carries a significant debt of $3.7 billion from the CMC Materials acquisition, limiting financial flexibility and increasing vulnerability to demand slowdowns. The company's debt-to-EBITDA ratio is 4.1, with a weak interest coverage ratio of 2.4, indicating high leverage.
The stock is trading at a high P/E ratio of approximately 76.5x, significantly above the semiconductor industry average of 36.3x. A discounted cash flow analysis suggests the stock may be overvalued by 81.5%, raising concerns about future returns.
Current headwinds from a memory shortage and potential slowdowns in traditional applications could negatively impact wafer starts in the semiconductor industry, directly affecting Entegris's revenue.
Geopolitical tensions, particularly in China, along with tariffs and increased regulation, pose long-term risks to Entegris's revenue, margin stability, and market access.
Currently, only about 5% of Entegris's wafer starts are driven by AI applications, indicating limited direct benefit from the ongoing AI boom in the semiconductor market.
Entegris is sensitive to the cyclical nature of semiconductor capital spending and wafer fab construction, with a significant portion of its revenue correlated with the timing of fab construction.
The stock is considered high risk due to significant daily price movements and an extremely overbought Relative Strength Index (RSI14) at 91, which may indicate a potential selling opportunity.
There has been significant open-market selling by key executives despite receiving stock awards, leading to negative insider sentiment that may affect investor confidence.
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 April 29, 2026
Entegris is expected to benefit from multiyear growth in advanced semiconductor manufacturing, particularly with the development of more complex chip architectures and new materials. The company's solutions are essential for enabling customers to achieve better device performance and faster yields.
The increasing demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) is a significant tailwind, with Entegris positioned to capture an outsized share in these areas.
The company's high-margin filtration business is projected to reach maximum utilization with a new plant in Taiwan becoming operational, which is expected to drive higher earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) and return on invested capital (ROIC).
A substantial portion of Entegris's revenue (75%) comes from chip volumes manufactured, making it less dependent on chip prices. High switching costs also contribute to customer retention.
The acquisition of CMC Materials has expanded Entegris's footprint in process materials, particularly in Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) slurries and pads, which are crucial for semiconductor manufacturing.
Entegris holds a duopolistic position in some of its markets, which can lead to lucrative margins.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ENT ENTG Entegris, Inc. | $22.7B | 41.8x | +2.4% | 8.2% | Buy | +1.8% |
CMC CMC Commercial Metals Company | $7.7B | 10.7x | +2.4% | 5.5% | Buy | +18.6% |
MKS MKSI MKS Inc. | $19.4B | 29.0x | +9.6% | 7.5% | Buy | -5.1% |
ICH ICHR Ichor Holdings, Ltd. | $2.4B | 59.2x | +5.4% | -5.3% | Buy | -26.5% |
AZT AZTA Azenta, Inc. | $1.1B | 31.4x | -4.1% | -10.3% | Buy | +81.5% |
UCT UCTT Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. | $3.8B | 35.8x | +2.3% | -9.4% | Buy | +2.2% |
This peer comparison reflects companies with similar business models, product lines, or market positioning, supplemented by industry grouping when direct matches are limited.
ENTG returns 0.3% total yield, led by a 0.27% dividend.
Yield, cadence, and growth quality
How much per-share support comes from repurchases
| Year | Div / Share | YoY Grw | BB Yield | Total Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.20 | — | — | — |
| 2025 | $0.40 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2024 | $0.40 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2023 | $0.40 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2022 | $0.40 | +25.0% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
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Entegris, Inc. (ENTG) is rated Buy by Wall Street analysts as of 2026. Of 26 analysts covering the stock, 18 rate it Buy or Strong Buy, 7 rate it Hold, and 1 rate it Sell or Strong Sell. The consensus 12-month price target is $152, implying +1.8% from the current price of $149. The bear case scenario is $127 and the bull case is $414.
The Wall Street consensus price target for ENTG is $152 based on 26 analyst estimates. The high-end target is $205 (+37.3% from today), and the low-end target is $105 (-29.7%). The base case model target is $198.
ENTG trades at 41.8x 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 overvalued. Whether the stock is over or undervalued ultimately depends on whether consensus earnings estimates are achievable.
The primary risks for ENTG in 2026 are: (1) Debt Burden — Entegris carries a significant debt of $3. (2) Valuation Concerns — The stock is trading at a high P/E ratio of approximately 76. (3) Semiconductor Industry Slowdown — Current headwinds from a memory shortage and potential slowdowns in traditional applications could negatively impact wafer starts in the semiconductor industry, directly affecting Entegris's revenue. Each factor has the potential to pressure earnings or compress the stock's valuation multiple.
Analyst consensus estimates ENTG will report consensus revenue of $3.3B (+2.4% year-over-year) and EPS of $2.03 (+17.8% year-over-year) for the upcoming fiscal year. The following year, analysts project $3.4B in revenue.
Entegris, Inc. is expected to report its next earnings on approximately 2026-05-06. Consensus expects EPS of $0.75 and revenue of $809M. Over recent quarters, ENTG has beaten EPS estimates 75% of the time.
Entegris, Inc. (ENTG) generated $721M in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months — a free cash flow margin of 22.3%. ENTG returns capital to shareholders through dividends (0.3% yield) and share repurchases ($0 TTM).