Key Takeaways AMAT expects Q3 sales of $7.2B and EPS of $2.35, both rising from last year's levels.Strong AI chip demand and DRAM patterning position may have boosted segment growth.U.S.-China trade tensions and a weak LCD market may have pressured Q3 performance.Applied Materials (AMAT) is scheduled to report third-quarter fiscal 2025 results on Aug. 14.For the fiscal third quarter, AMAT expects net sales of $7.2 billion (+/-$400 million). The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pegged at $7.2 billion ...

Key Takeaways AMAT has risen 6.2% YTD, outpacing the technology sectors's 2.5% return over the same period. AMAT leads in AI chipmaking tech, with DRAM revenues expected to grow 40% in fiscal 2025. China sales fell 37.3% YoY as U.S. export curbs weighed, cutting China's revenue share to 25%.Applied Materials (AMAT) has gained 6.2% in the year-to-date period, outperforming the Zacks Computer and Technology sector's return of 2.5%.This outperformance raises the question: Should investors accumulate AMAT sha ...