Universal Display Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 2/6
Universal Display has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 6.6%, while the Semiconductor industry saw earnings growing at 5.8% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 4.7% per year. Universal Display's return on equity is 12.5%, and it has net margins of 34.1%.
Key information
6.56%
Earnings growth rate
6.43%
EPS growth rate
| Semiconductor Industry Growth | 27.66% |
| Revenue growth rate | 4.73% |
| Return on equity | 12.53% |
| Net Margin | 34.07% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 05
OLED: IT Demand Recovery And New Capacity Will Support Future Re Rating
Universal Display's analyst price target has been revised from $180 to about $166.60, as analysts reset expectations following a series of target reductions from firms that cite updated views on demand drivers, macro sensitivity, and valuation multiples. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts continue to highlight long term growth drivers for Universal Display, even as several firms trim price targets and reassess valuation multiples.Analysis Article • May 04
Earnings Miss: Universal Display Corporation Missed EPS By 34% And Analysts Are Revising Their Forecasts
The analysts might have been a bit too bullish on Universal Display Corporation ( NASDAQ:OLED ), given that the company...Narrative Update • Apr 21
OLED: IT Demand And Blue Emitters Will Support Future Re Rating
Analysts have trimmed Universal Display’s consensus price target to $180, reflecting updated views on macro risks and OLED demand drivers such as IT, blue emitters and new 8.6 gen capacity, while keeping fair value assumptions largely intact. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Universal Display highlights a mix of macro caution and constructive views on the OLED cycle, with bullish analysts emphasizing that current valuation already reflects many of the broader economic concerns.Narrative Update • Apr 06
OLED: IT Demand And 8.6 Gen Capacity Will Support Re Rating
Narrative Update on Universal Display The consensus analyst price target for Universal Display has been reduced by $14, from $194 to $180. Analysts cite softer near term demand while also noting expectations for future growth tied to ramping IT OLED demand, blue emitters and added 8.6 gen capacity.Narrative Update • Mar 23
OLED: IT Demand And 8.6 Gen Capacity Will Drive Future Re Rating
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Universal Display to $180 from $184, reflecting updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E as they weigh near term smartphone and TV softness against expectations for growth tied to IT demand, blue emitters and added 8.6 gen capacity. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have trimmed price targets but still highlight several potential growth drivers that they see as important for Universal Display over the medium term.Narrative Update • Mar 08
OLED: IT Panel Demand Will Drive Future Bullish Re Rating
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Universal Display to $184 from $194, citing updated assumptions around growth, margins and discount rates. They also highlight potential future demand from IT OLED adoption, blue emitters and added 8.6 gen capacity.Seeking Alpha • Feb 25
Universal Display: Weak Demand Hurts Growth
Summary Universal Display Corporation remains a 'Buy' despite underperformance, with a revised price target of $130/share reflecting increased competition and slower growth. Recent earnings misses and weaker OLED demand, coupled with rising competition from Micro/MiniLED and Chinese manufacturers, have pressured pricing and outlook. Client concentration, especially reliance on LG Display, and elevated inventory levels highlight ongoing risks and forecast uncertainty for OLED. At $102/share, OLED offers an 18-22% annualized upside and a 1.9% yield, but risk/reward is now more speculative and requires properly set expectations. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Feb 22
OLED: IT Demand And 8.6 Gen Capacity Will Support Future Returns
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Universal Display to about $154 from roughly $166, citing more muted assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins, even as they highlight potential long term demand from ramping IT OLED adoption, blue emitters, and added 8.6 gen capacity. Analyst Commentary Recent research has focused on how Universal Display’s setup around IT OLED demand, blue emitters, and added 8.6 gen capacity lines up with execution risks and current valuation after the latest round of target cuts.Narrative Update • Feb 08
OLED: Reset P/E Assumptions Will Support Future Bullish Outlook
Analysts trimmed their price targets on Universal Display by about $20, reflecting updated views on future P/E assumptions and slightly adjusted expectations for growth, margins, and risk. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts largely view the recent price target reduction as a reset of assumptions rather than a shift in long term conviction.
New Narrative • Jan 28
OLED Fab Timing Risks And Blue Emitter Delays Will Eventually Reward Patient Belief
Catalysts About Universal Display Universal Display develops and licenses OLED materials and technologies used in a wide range of display applications. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Jan 24
OLED: Supply Agreements And Premium P/E Will Support Bullish Outlook
Analysts have kept their price target for Universal Display steady at US$194.00, with slightly adjusted assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E to reflect updated expectations while maintaining their overall view of the stock. What's in the News Universal Display signed long term OLED material supply and license agreements with Tianma, extending its UniversalPHOLED material and technology support for Tianma's next generation OLED displays through subsidiary UDC Ireland Limited, with financial terms not disclosed (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 10
OLED: Long Term Tianma Partnership Will Support Future Return Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Universal Display to around $166 from about $169. This reflects updated views that slightly higher discount rates and modestly lower profit margin assumptions are only partly offset by marginally stronger revenue growth expectations and a somewhat higher future P/E multiple.Analysis Article • Jan 04
Slowing Rates Of Return At Universal Display (NASDAQ:OLED) Leave Little Room For Excitement
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Ideally, a business will show two...Narrative Update • Dec 25
OLED: Cash Retention And Lower Margins Will Support Bullish Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Universal Display to approximately $194, down from about $213. They are factoring in a higher required return, expectations for faster top line growth, structurally lower margins, and a richer future earnings multiple.Narrative Update • Dec 11
OLED: Future Returns Will Benefit From Stable Margins And Disciplined Buybacks
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Universal Display by aligning it more closely with an updated intrinsic value estimate of approximately $169 per share, reflecting steady expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and long term valuation multiples. What's in the News Revised 2025 outlook, with management now expecting revenue at the lower end of the prior 650 million to 700 million dollar range, signaling more cautious growth assumptions for next year (Corporate guidance) Buyback update for the July 1 to September 30, 2025 period shows zero shares repurchased for zero dollars, indicating no recent capital returned via the existing authorization (Buyback tranche update) Valuation Changes Fair Value Estimate: Unchanged at approximately 168.78 dollars per share, indicating no material revision to the intrinsic valuation.Narrative Update • Nov 27
OLED: Margins Will Strengthen As Revenue Outlook Remains Favorable
Analysts have slightly revised their price target for Universal Display, lowering it from $172.11 to $168.78. This change reflects modest adjustments in fair value assumptions.Narrative Update • Nov 08
OLED: Expanding Profit Margins Will Drive Stronger Returns Moving Forward
Analysts have lowered their price target for Universal Display from $181.89 to $172.11. They cite a higher discount rate as the reason, even though revenue growth projections have increased and profit margins are improving.Analysis Article • Sep 12
Unpleasant Surprises Could Be In Store For Universal Display Corporation's (NASDAQ:OLED) Shares
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...Analysis Article • Aug 03
Universal Display Corporation Just Beat EPS By 21%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Universal Display Corporation ( NASDAQ:OLED ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong...Analysis Article • Jul 09
Is Universal Display Corporation (NASDAQ:OLED) Expensive For A Reason? A Look At Its Intrinsic Value
Key Insights The projected fair value for Universal Display is US$126 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Jun 26
Returns On Capital At Universal Display (NASDAQ:OLED) Have Stalled
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Analysis Article • Jun 11
Shareholders Will Most Likely Find Universal Display Corporation's (NASDAQ:OLED) CEO Compensation Acceptable
Key Insights Universal Display will host its Annual General Meeting on 18th of June Salary of US$917.8k is part of CEO...Analysis Article • May 20
With EPS Growth And More, Universal Display (NASDAQ:OLED) Makes An Interesting Case
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...Analysis Article • Apr 01
Calculating The Fair Value Of Universal Display Corporation (NASDAQ:OLED)
Key Insights Universal Display's estimated fair value is US$123 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Universal...Analysis Article • Mar 19
Getting In Cheap On Universal Display Corporation (NASDAQ:OLED) Is Unlikely
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 33.5x Universal Display Corporation ( NASDAQ:OLED ) may be sending very...Analysis Article • Mar 05
Returns At Universal Display (NASDAQ:OLED) Appear To Be Weighed Down
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Seeking Alpha • Jan 23
Universal Display: Good Returns, But Not As Good As The S&P500 - Updating For 2025E
Summary Universal Display Corporation remains a fundamentally attractive investment, with a market-leading position in OLED technology and strong partnerships with LG and Samsung. Despite a recent decline in valuation and lowered revenue forecasts, OLED's long-term growth prospects remain solid, driven by increasing adoption and cost efficiencies. The company's current valuation offers a potential upside of 18-22% annualized, making it a compelling "Buy" at around $168/share. OLED meets key investment criteria: it's qualitative, fundamentally safe, pays a well-covered dividend, and has realistic growth potential, justifying a "Buy" rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Oct 27
Universal Display Corporation's (NASDAQ:OLED) Popularity With Investors Is Clear
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 17x, you may...Analysis Article • Sep 29
When Should You Buy Universal Display Corporation (NASDAQ:OLED)?
Universal Display Corporation ( NASDAQ:OLED ), might not be a large cap stock, but it led the NASDAQGS gainers with a...Analysis Article • Sep 15
With EPS Growth And More, Universal Display (NASDAQ:OLED) Makes An Interesting Case
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...Analysis Article • Sep 02
Returns At Universal Display (NASDAQ:OLED) Appear To Be Weighed Down
If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
New Narrative • Aug 25
OLED Technology's Bright Future Powers Robust Market Expansion And Revenue Growth
Growing market demand for OLED technology in consumer electronics and significant market expansion in the IT and gaming sectors indicate increased revenue streams for Universal Display.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Universal Display makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 627 | 213 | 77 | 146 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 651 | 242 | 74 | 146 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 640 | 222 | 75 | 153 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 662 | 244 | 73 | 154 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 649 | 229 | 72 | 154 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 648 | 222 | 74 | 157 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 644 | 237 | 72 | 145 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 623 | 222 | 74 | 142 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 611 | 219 | 71 | 137 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 576 | 202 | 67 | 130 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 587 | 205 | 69 | 129 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 607 | 207 | 69 | 126 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 597 | 199 | 72 | 122 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 617 | 209 | 78 | 117 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 594 | 190 | 82 | 112 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 577 | 182 | 85 | 107 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 570 | 181 | 85 | 103 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 554 | 183 | 80 | 100 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 549 | 191 | 74 | 95 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 522 | 185 | 66 | 90 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 451 | 146 | 62 | 88 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 429 | 132 | 61 | 84 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 389 | 105 | 64 | 82 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 369 | 102 | 63 | 78 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 430 | 144 | 63 | 75 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 405 | 137 | 60 | 71 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 374 | 130 | 53 | 66 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 354 | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 292 | 83 | 48 | 57 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 247 | 58 | 47 | 54 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 293 | 71 | 50 | 54 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 277 | 62 | 49 | 52 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 324 | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 336 | 102 | 47 | 49 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 294 | 95 | 42 | 45 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 263 | 80 | 38 | 44 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 225 | 56 | 36 | 44 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 199 | 47 | 33 | 43 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 187 | 40 | 31 | 76 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 196 | 49 | 30 | 66 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 190 | 15 | 30 | 55 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 191 | 15 | 29 | 45 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 185 | 10 | 29 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 178 | 7 | 28 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: OLED has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: OLED's current net profit margins (34.1%) are lower than last year (35.3%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: OLED's earnings have grown by 6.6% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: OLED's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: OLED had negative earnings growth (-6.9%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Semiconductor industry average (10.2%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: OLED's Return on Equity (12.5%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/06 12:26 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/06 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Universal Display Corporation is covered by 21 analysts. 8 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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| Nam Hyung Kim | Arete Research Services LLP |
| Brett Simpson | Arete Research Services LLP |
| Scott Searle | Benchmark Company |