The catalyst: ASML comparison.

Applied Materials (AMAT) has put a fresh spotlight on its stock after committing US$5b to India over the next decade, anchored by a 140 acre semiconductor research park. That commitment lands at a time when Applied Materials’ share price has climbed 76.39% year to date and the 1 year total shareholder return sits at 138.91%. However, the 90 day share price return is down 24.34%, which suggests lon

As reported: “Applied Materials (AMAT), What Is Behind The Fresh Attention Today?” — Yahoo Finance, 2026-09-25.