Applied Materials shares are down on guidance and margin concerns. Analysts call it time to buy.
MarketWatch· Nora Redmond· Aug 14, 2026 · 12:09 PM
Analysts see the semiconductor company continuing to grow from a boost in demand amid the race to dominate the artificial-intelligence industry.
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