AMAT vs. KLAC: Which Semiconductor Equipment Stock is the Better Buy?

Key Takeaways KLA Corporation projects 2025 advanced packaging revenues of $850M, up from $500M in 2024. KLAC saw strong 2024 market share in process control, with EPS expected to grow 36.7% in fiscal 2025. AMAT faces China trade curbs and ICAPS slowdown, with EPS projected to rise 9.5% in fiscal 2025.Applied Materials (AMAT) and KLA Corporation (KLAC) are both key players in the semiconductor equipment market, serving distinct roles in the chip manufacturing process. While AMAT develops equipment for dep ...