Cohu Inc is a supplier of semiconductor test and inspection handlers, micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) test modules, test contactors, and thermal sub-systems used by semiconductor manufacturers and test subcontractors. The company's products include Semiconductor ATE (Automated Test Equipment), Semiconductor Handlers, Interface Products such as test contactors, probe heads, and probe pins, Spares and Kits, Bare Board PCB Test Systems, and services. It has one reportable segment, Semiconductor Test and Inspection Equipment (Semiconductor Test & Inspection). Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from the Philippines, followed by Taiwan, China, Malaysia, the United States, Singapore, and the Rest of the world.
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The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Cohu Inc, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index.
All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
Cohu Inc (COHU) has returned 34.25% so far this year and 148.76% over the past 12 months. Looking at the last ten years, COHU has achieved an annualized return of 10.35%, underperforming the Benchmark (SPY), which averaged 12.23% per year.
The table below presents the monthly returns of Cohu Inc (COHU) with color gradation from worst to best to easily spot seasonal factors.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 19.21% | 7.86% | 4.36% | 2.52% | ||||||||
| 2025 | -14.64% | -11.24% | -25.93% | 9.29% | 5.37% | 13.18% | -6.49% | 3.75% | 5.61% | 18.06% | 2.31% | -2.39% |
| 2024 | -8.97% | 0.63% | 3.57% | -9.11% | 7.04% | 0.49% | -3.06% | -9.70% | -2.65% | -3.11% | 0.27% | 1.02% |
| 2023 | 11.53% | 2.65% | 2.81% | -10.95% | 13.30% | 8.54% | 5.26% | -14.32% | -8.26% | -13.32% | 5.59% | 11.99% |
| 2022 | -14.34% | -6.03% | -5.07% | -10.63% | 14.14% | -8.81% | 4.61% | -5.59% | -2.01% | 26.32% | 7.41% | -11.14% |
| 2021 | 5.63% | 5.41% | -7.84% | -7.34% | -7.48% | -3.39% | -4.30% | 0.51% | -10.51% | -0.03% | 2.06% | 12.53% |
| 2020 | -3.49% | -9.26% | -39.93% | 39.49% | -5.34% | 15.52% | 8.09% | -9.52% | -4.98% | 25.24% | 28.52% | 32.11% |
| 2019 | 11.51% | 2.05% | -18.51% | -1.07% | -2.35% | 5.40% | -4.71% | -21.01% | 15.03% | 22.12% | 5.66% | 28.59% |
| 2018 | 2.71% | -11.65% | 13.82% | -5.77% | 12.61% | 1.45% | 3.37% | 4.97% | -4.42% | -17.66% | -5.77% | -19.85% |
| 2017 | -6.71% | 25.66% | 9.55% | 1.46% | -3.02% | -14.92% | 15.61% | 1.96% | 27.15% | 7.68% | -12.83% | -3.00% |
| 2016 | -1.78% | 1.64% | -7.58% | -2.13% | 2.94% | 8.10% | -3.95% | 11.26% | 11.47% |
The charts below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Cohu Inc (COHU) and compare them to a Benchmark (SPY). These indicators evaluate an investment's returns against its associated risks.
The Sharpe ratio helps investors understand how much return they're getting for the level of risk taken. A higher Sharpe ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance, meaning more reward for each unit of risk.
These values reflect how efficiently the investment has delivered returns relative to its volatility over different time periods. All figures are annualized and based on daily total returns.
The chart below shows the rolling Sharpe ratio of COHU compared to the benchmark. This view highlights how the investment's risk-adjusted performance has changed over time.
The current Cohu Inc volatility is 3.53%, representing the standart deviation of percentage change in the investments's value, either up or down over the past month. The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. It shows the maximum percentage drop from a peak to a trough over a specified period, indicating the risk of significant losses.
Although chart shows positive values, it represents the percentage drop from the peak, so a value of 10% means the portfolio has dropped 10% from its highest point.
The income statement provides a summary of a company's revenues, expenses, and profits over a specific period. It shows how much money the company earned (revenues) and how much it spent (expenses), leading to the net income or profit. This statement is crucial for understanding a company's financial performance and profitability.
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liabilities And Equity (USD) | 1.24B | 999.42M | 1.15B | 1.23B | 1.26B | 1.09B | 1.08B | 1.13B | 420.46M | 345.51M | 345.35M | 348.82M | 345.42M | 334.87M | 361.61M |
| Equity Attributable To Parent (USD) | 785.54M | 856.89M | 950.17M | 928.84M | 882.50M | 512.29M | 483.07M | 546.24M | 289.09M | 235.47M | 238.14M | 247.07M | 253.16M | 280.90M | 291.03M |
| Equity Attributable To Noncontrolling Interest (USD) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | -299.00K | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Equity (USD) | 785.54M | 856.89M | 950.17M | 928.84M | 882.50M | 512.29M | 483.07M | 545.94M | 289.09M | 235.47M | 238.14M | 247.07M | 253.16M | 280.90M | 291.03M |
| Other Non-current Liabilities (USD) | 43.28M | 48.54M | 55.89M | 57.96M | 64.78M | 78.10M | 85.28M | 68.81M | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Long-term Debt (USD) | 305.09M | 8.80M | 40.88M | 79.74M | 119.30M | 325.51M | 360.48M | 358.66M | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Noncurrent Liabilities (USD) | 348.37M | 57.34M | 96.76M | 137.70M | 184.08M | 403.61M | 445.75M | 427.47M | 46.10M | 41.35M | 44.02M | 32.20M | 31.25M | 17.59M | 18.71M |
| Other Current Liabilities (USD) | 45.91M | 34.61M | 37.92M | 70.76M | 67.39M | 71.67M | 76.45M | 83.07M | 27.53M | 22.48M | 20.27M | 23.95M | 19.94M | 12.89M | 20.59M |
| Wages (USD) | 22.46M | 20.02M | 31.90M | 38.35M | 39.84M | 34.86M | 23.74M | 29.40M | 20.18M | 14.77M | 15.63M | 19.64M | 15.05M | 10.27M | 12.65M |
| Accounts Payable (USD) | 40.71M | 30.55M | 33.60M | 51.76M | 85.23M | 67.92M | 48.70M | 48.12M | 37.56M | 31.44M | 27.29M | 25.96M | 26.02M | 13.22M | 18.63M |
| Current Liabilities (USD) | 109.08M | 85.18M | 103.42M | 160.87M | 192.46M | 174.45M | 148.89M | 160.59M | 85.27M | 68.69M | 63.19M | 69.55M | 61.01M | 36.38M | 51.87M |
| Liabilities (USD) | 457.44M | 142.52M | 200.18M | 298.57M | 376.54M | 578.06M | 594.64M | 588.06M | 131.37M | 110.04M | 107.21M | 101.75M | 92.26M | 53.97M | 70.58M |
| Other Non-current Assets (USD) | 336.73M | 279.61M | 290.68M | 257.45M | 266.97M | 304.70M | 292.08M | 255.47M | 72.10M | 64.29M | 66.59M | 69.06M | 77.03M | 59.35M | 58.98M |
| Intangible Assets (USD) | 79.27M | 110.72M | 151.77M | 140.10M | 177.32M | 233.69M | 275.02M | 318.96M | 16.75M | 17.84M | 25.30M | 33.09M | 45.32M | 18.98M | 21.83M |
| Fixed Assets (USD) | 76.99M | 74.79M | 69.09M | 65.01M | 63.96M | 66.92M | 70.91M | 74.33M | 34.17M | 18.23M | 19.00M | 31.85M | 36.23M | 35.46M | 36.98M |
| Noncurrent Assets (USD) | 492.99M | 465.11M | 511.53M | 462.56M | 508.25M | 605.30M | 638.01M | 648.76M | 123.02M | 100.36M | 110.88M | 134.00M | 158.58M | 113.79M | 117.79M |
| Other Current Assets (USD) | 596.63M | 373.15M | 465.33M | 570.69M | 573.55M | 323.77M | 291.51M | 319.72M | 235.35M | 199.65M | 183.12M | 159.27M | 127.87M | 158.75M | 161.13M |
| Prepaid Expenses (USD) | 24.36M | 19.29M | 17.70M | 24.02M | 16.19M | 18.77M | 17.48M | 26.21M | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Inventory (USD) | 129.01M | 141.86M | 155.79M | 170.14M | 161.05M | 142.50M | 130.71M | 139.31M | 62.09M | 45.50M | 51.35M | 55.55M | 58.98M | 62.33M | 82.69M |
| Current Assets (USD) | 749.99M | 534.31M | 638.82M | 764.85M | 750.79M | 485.05M | 439.70M | 485.24M | 297.44M | 245.15M | 234.46M | 214.82M | 186.85M | 221.08M | 243.82M |
| Assets (USD) | 1.24B | 999.42M | 1.15B | 1.23B | 1.26B | 1.09B | 1.08B | 1.13B | 420.46M | 345.51M | 345.35M | 348.82M | 345.42M | 334.87M | 361.61M |
Cohu stock fell 6.86% after reporting Q4 results with revenue of $122.2 million (up 30% YoY, meeting expectations) but posting an unexpected adjusted loss of $0.15 per share versus analyst expectations of $0.06 profit. The company projects Q1 revenue roughly in line with Q4 and expects gross margins to improve to ~45%, with HBM product sales anticipated between $15-20 million for the full year.
Semiconductor equipment provider Cohu reported Q2 2025 results exceeding Wall Street expectations, with revenue of $107.7 million and positive non-GAAP earnings. The company saw growth primarily in the mobile segment, secured a $28 million design-win order, and continues to focus on strategic acquisitions and cost management.
The global power electronics testing market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% from 2024 to 2029, driven by the surge in electric vehicle adoption and the need for reliable power electronics in various industries.
Citi downgraded Cohu Inc's stock from Buy to Neutral, citing challenges in the semiconductor market and the need for visible recovery signs in Cohu's key end markets such as automotive, mobile, and industrial sectors.
Analysts' ratings for Cohu (NASDAQ:COHU) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 4 analysts. The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 3 0 1 0 0 Last 30D 1 0 0 0 0 1M Ago 1 0 1 0 0 2M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 3M Ago 1 0 0 0 0 Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $35.0, a high estimate of $40.00, and a low estimate of $30.00. This current average represents a 9.49% decrease from the previous average price target of $38.67. Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Cohu is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target Charles Shi Needham Lowers Buy $34.00 $36.00 Craig Ellis B. Riley Securities Lowers Buy $40.00 $45.00 Christian Schwab Craig-Hallum Lowers Hold $30.00 $35.00 Charles Shi Needham Maintains Buy $36.00 - Key Insights: Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Cohu. This information provides a snapshot of how ...Full story available on Benzinga.com
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