INFICON Holding (IFCN) Stock Overview
Develops instruments for gas analysis, measurement, and control in Switzerland and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 1/6 |
| Future Growth | 5/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
INFICON Holding AG Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | CHF 150.80 |
| 52 Week High | CHF 150.00 |
| 52 Week Low | CHF 87.10 |
| Beta | 1.54 |
| 1 Month Change | 43.07% |
| 3 Month Change | 27.58% |
| 1 Year Change | 71.17% |
| 3 Year Change | 51.25% |
| 5 Year Change | 63.56% |
| Change since IPO | 585.45% |
Recent News & Updates
IFCN: Future Guidance And JPMorgan Initiation Will Support Balanced Earnings Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their price target for INFICON Holding by about CHF 0.73 to reflect updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, while citing a generally constructive view on the company’s outlook. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight the latest initiation from JPMorgan as support for the view that INFICON’s current valuation can be justified by its earnings profile and assumed fair value inputs.IFCN: Future Dividend And Margin Guidance Will Support Renewed Bullish Research Attention
Analysts have raised the INFICON Holding price target to CHF 119.57 from CHF 116.55, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and P/E, consistent with recent bullish and upgraded research views on the stock. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight that the updated assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins support the higher CHF 119.57 price target, which they see as better aligned with current research views.Recent updates
IFCN: Future Guidance And JPMorgan Initiation Will Support Balanced Earnings Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their price target for INFICON Holding by about CHF 0.73 to reflect updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, while citing a generally constructive view on the company’s outlook. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight the latest initiation from JPMorgan as support for the view that INFICON’s current valuation can be justified by its earnings profile and assumed fair value inputs.IFCN: Future Dividend And Margin Guidance Will Support Renewed Bullish Research Attention
Analysts have raised the INFICON Holding price target to CHF 119.57 from CHF 116.55, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and P/E, consistent with recent bullish and upgraded research views on the stock. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight that the updated assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins support the higher CHF 119.57 price target, which they see as better aligned with current research views.INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN) Yearly Results: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For This Year
Mar 27
IFCN: Rich Multiple Will Face Pressure If 2025 Earnings Guidance Weakens Margins
Analysts have lifted their price target on INFICON Holding to around CHF85 from about CHF80, citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples in light of the latest research, including a recent upgrade highlighted by Deutsche Bank. Analyst Commentary While the higher price target around CHF85 signals more constructive fair value work, not all analysts are leaning in the same direction.IFCN: Rich Multiple Will Face Pressure From Softer 2025 Earnings Guidance
Analysts have lifted their price target for INFICON Holding slightly to around CHF 79.68 from about CHF 79.68, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples following recent research including the Deutsche Bank upgrade. Analyst Commentary Recent research, including the Deutsche Bank work referenced above, highlights that views on INFICON Holding remain mixed, with some cautious voices focusing on what could go wrong rather than what could go right.IFCN: Future Margin Assumptions Will Balance Upgrade Optimism With Execution Risks
INFICON Holding’s analyst price target has shifted from about CHF 108.03 to roughly CHF 116.55. Analysts point to updated assumptions around profit margins, revenue growth and a slightly adjusted discount rate after recent research, including an upgrade from Deutsche Bank, as key drivers of the change.IFCN: Rich Multiple And Rate Sensitivity Will Cap Near Term Upside
The analyst price target for INFICON Holding has shifted slightly from US$80.33 to US$79.68 as analysts factor in updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E following recent research commentary, including the Deutsche Bank upgrade. Analyst Commentary While the recent upgrade helped support the revised US$79.68 target, not all research views are aligned, and some caution is still evident in the broader commentary around INFICON Holding.IFCN: Rich Multiple And Optimistic Margins Will Cap Near Term Upside
Analysts have raised their price target on INFICON Holding to about $80 from roughly $77, citing updated assumptions that include higher revenue growth, stronger profit margins and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary While some research points to a more positive stance on INFICON Holding, bearish analysts are still highlighting several areas of concern that they think could cap upside and add risk for new buyers.INFICON Holding AG's (VTX:IFCN) Share Price Could Signal Some Risk
Jan 20
IFCN: Refined 2025 Guidance And Leadership Transition Will Support Further Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target for INFICON Holding higher to CHF130.80 from CHF128.73, citing updated assumptions that reflect slightly different views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News INFICON Holding AG announced that Dimitrij Lisak, currently Corporate Head of Finance & Controlling, will succeed Matthias Tröndle as CFO.IFCN: CFO Succession And 2025 Guidance Will Support Further Share Upside
Analysts have slightly trimmed their price target on INFICON Holding by approximately CHF 1. This reflects marginally higher growth and margin expectations that are more than offset by a modestly lower fair value estimate and future earnings multiple.Many Would Be Envious Of INFICON Holding's (VTX:IFCN) Excellent Returns On Capital
Dec 18IFCN: Leadership Transition And 2025 Guidance Will Support Attractive Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their price target for INFICON Holding by approximately CHF 2 to around CHF 130, as they factor in a slightly higher long term valuation multiple that more than offsets modest trims to revenue growth and margin assumptions. What's in the News INFICON Holding AG announced that Dimitrij Lisak, currently Corporate Head of Finance and Controlling, will succeed long serving CFO Matthias Tröndle when he steps down on June 30, 2026, as part of the company’s long term succession planning (Key Developments) Outgoing CFO Matthias Tröndle, in the role since 2008, will remain with INFICON during a handover period to support a smooth transition before his retirement (Key Developments) Lisak brings extensive international finance leadership experience from Hilti, where he spent more than 14 years, most recently as Divisional CFO Energy and Industry at the Liechtenstein headquarters, and holds a Master’s in International Business Management plus executive education from IMD (Key Developments) INFICON narrowed its full year 2025 guidance to sales of USD 660 million to 680 million and an operating income margin of around 16 percent to 17 percent, citing a positive order situation and market outlook (Key Developments) The updated guidance reflects confidence in demand but also acknowledges ongoing risks from trade disputes and adverse foreign exchange movements (Key Developments) Valuation Changes The fair value estimate has risen slightly from around CHF 128.25 to approximately CHF 129.90 per share, implying a modest uplift in intrinsic valuation.Should You Investigate INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN) At CHF101?
Dec 03Is INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Using Too Much Debt?
Nov 20IFCN: Future Earnings Will Balance Market Optimism With Global Risks
Narrative Update on INFICON Holding Analysts have slightly lowered their price target for INFICON Holding by $0.07. This reflects cautious optimism, as recent evaluations show only minor adjustments in growth and profitability forecasts.Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN)
Nov 05Research Expansion And Narrowed Guidance Will Shape Industry Transformation Ahead
Analysts have revised their price target for INFICON Holding downward from CHF 110.33 to CHF 108.11, reflecting slightly reduced expectations for growth and profitability. What's in the News INFICON Holding AG revised its full-year 2025 earnings guidance and narrowed the targeted sales range to USD 660 million to USD 690 million, compared to the previous range of USD 660 million to USD 710 million (Key Developments).Getting In Cheap On INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN) Is Unlikely
Sep 05Advanced R&D And Global Expansion Will Drive Industry Transformation
INFICON Holding’s marginally higher consensus price target comes as its future P/E ratio drops significantly, indicating improved valuation without a meaningful change in underlying fair value (now CHF110.33). What's in the News INFICON Holding AG lowered its full-year 2025 revenue guidance to USD 660 million-USD 690 million from a prior range of USD 660 million-USD 710 million.INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Is Reinvesting To Multiply In Value
Aug 23Is INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN) Worth CHF108 Based On Its Intrinsic Value?
Jul 28Is Now The Time To Put INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) On Your Watchlist?
Jul 14What Does INFICON Holding AG's (VTX:IFCN) Share Price Indicate?
Jun 19Subdued Growth No Barrier To INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN) With Shares Advancing 28%
May 14Here's What INFICON Holding's (VTX:IFCN) Strong Returns On Capital Mean
May 10Calculating The Fair Value Of INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN)
Apr 28We Think INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
Apr 15INFICON Holding AG Just Recorded A 7.2% EPS Beat: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next
Mar 16
R&D Investment Of Nearly 8% Will Unlock Future Revenue In Semiconductor And Space Markets
INFICON's investments in R&D and AI suggest future revenue growth from high-value innovative solutions and improved manufacturing efficiencies.INFICON Holding AG's (VTX:IFCN) Popularity With Investors Is Under Threat From Overpricing
Mar 15At CHF1,156, Is It Time To Put INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN) On Your Watch List?
Mar 01Should You Be Adding INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) To Your Watchlist Today?
Feb 07Why You Should Care About INFICON Holding's (VTX:IFCN) Strong Returns On Capital
Jan 18At CHF1,012, Is It Time To Put INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN) On Your Watch List?
Nov 19INFICON Holding AG's (VTX:IFCN) Shares May Have Run Too Fast Too Soon
Oct 28We Think INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
Oct 04Calculating The Fair Value Of INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN)
Sep 22Capital Investments At INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Point To A Promising Future
Aug 28Do INFICON Holding's (VTX:IFCN) Earnings Warrant Your Attention?
Jul 22Is Now The Time To Look At Buying INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN)?
Jun 24Investor Optimism Abounds INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN) But Growth Is Lacking
Apr 28Should You Be Adding INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) To Your Watchlist Today?
Apr 16Why INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN) Could Be Worth Watching
Feb 28Many Would Be Envious Of INFICON Holding's (VTX:IFCN) Excellent Returns On Capital
Feb 03Does INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist?
Dec 12Is It Time To Consider Buying INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN)?
Nov 17Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN)
Oct 23INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Is Aiming To Keep Up Its Impressive Returns
Oct 11These 4 Measures Indicate That INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
Sep 28When Should You Buy INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN)?
Aug 06Shareholders Are Optimistic That INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Will Multiply In Value
Jul 07INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Jun 22Should You Be Adding INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) To Your Watchlist Today?
Jun 09Should You Investigate INFICON Holding AG (VTX:IFCN) At CHF944?
Apr 28INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Is Aiming To Keep Up Its Impressive Returns
Mar 31Is INFICON Holding (VTX:IFCN) Using Too Much Debt?
Mar 17Shareholder Returns
| IFCN | CH Electronic | CH Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 7.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
| 1Y | 71.2% | 8.4% | 6.3% |
Return vs Industry: IFCN exceeded the Swiss Electronic industry which returned 8.4% over the past year.
Return vs Market: IFCN exceeded the Swiss Market which returned 6.3% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| IFCN volatility | |
|---|---|
| IFCN Average Weekly Movement | 6.3% |
| Electronic Industry Average Movement | 6.9% |
| Market Average Movement | 4.4% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in CH Market | 8.4% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in CH Market | 2.3% |
Stable Share Price: IFCN's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the Swiss market.
Volatility Over Time: IFCN's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year, but is still higher than 75% of Swiss stocks.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1,731 | Oliver Wyrsch | www.inficon.com |
INFICON Holding AG develops instruments for gas analysis, measurement, and control in Switzerland and internationally. The company offers industrial gas analyzers, mass spectrometers, and process control sensors; vacuum gauges, controllers, components, and feedthroughs; leak detectors; thin film controllers; application-based software solutions; quartz crystal, RF sensing, and xParts coating technologies; chemical detectors and monitors; micro gas chromatography; and service tools. It also provides toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental monitoring, as well as instruments for energy and petrochemical applications.
INFICON Holding AG Fundamentals Summary
| IFCN fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | CHF 3.64b |
| Earnings (TTM) | CHF 67.21m |
| Revenue (TTM) | CHF 527.63m |
54.9x
P/E Ratio7.0x
P/S RatioIs IFCN overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| IFCN income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$673.72m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$371.25m |
| Gross Profit | US$302.46m |
| Other Expenses | US$216.65m |
| Earnings | US$85.82m |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
Jul 30, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 3.51 |
| Gross Margin | 44.89% |
| Net Profit Margin | 12.74% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 11.9% |
How did IFCN perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
1.3%
Current Dividend Yield72%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/05 21:49 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/05 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
INFICON Holding AG is covered by 20 analysts. 10 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Zana Mamelli | Baader Helvea Equity Research |
| Volker Bosse | Baader Helvea Equity Research |
| Peter Rothenaicher | Baader Helvea Equity Research |