Tower Semiconductor Ltd. (TSEM)
Fair ValueFundamental
47
Price
$167.56
Market Cap
$21.52B
Part 1 · What the company is worth
Overview
Tower Semiconductor Ltd., an independent semiconductor foundry, provides technology, development, and process platforms for integrated circuits in the United States, Japan, rest of Asia, and Europe. It provides customizable process technologies, including SiGe, SiPho, mixed signal CMOS, RF CMOS, CMOS image sensors, non-imaging sensors, wafers, and integrated power management. The company also offers a design enablement platform for a design cycle, as well as transfer optimization and development process services to integrated device manufacturers and fabless companies. It serves consumer applications, personal computers, communications, handsets and smartphones, automotive, industrial, aerospace, and medical device markets. The company was incorporated in 1993 and is headquartered in Migdal Haemek, Israel.
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Balance Sheet & Liquidity
Revenue
$1.71B
Trailing 12 months (through 6/30/2026)
Net Income
$290M
Trailing 12 months (through 6/30/2026)
Free Cash Flow
$167M
Total Equity
$3.10B
Total Liabilities
$142M
Current Ratio
4.91
Interest Coverage
-
Debt/EBITDA
0.24
Earnings Per Share
Revenue & Net Income
Free Cash Flow
Income Breakdown
Historical statement
Margins over time
Debt over time
How heavy the debt is
Growth grid
Growth — Revenue
Fair Value Estimation
Fair Value
$140.49
Current Price
$167.56
Margin of Safety
-19.3%
Fair Value Range
$91.32 - $189.66
Spread across the valuation methods used, not a statistically calibrated confidence interval.
Estimation Methods
Valuation Metrics
P/E Ratio
72.90
ROE
10.0%
P/B Ratio
6.94
P/FCF
128.99
Gross Margin
26.9%
ROIC
8.2%
Profitability Radar
Value Creation (Economic Moat)
ROIC
8.2%
WACC
9.5%
ROIC − WACC
-1.4 pp
ROIC is below the cost of capital — the company is destroying value for every dollar invested.
Fundamental Analysis Criteria
Passed (9)
- Price CAGR 28.33%
- ROIC 8.2%
- Debt/equity ratio
- Positive free cash flow
- Current ratio
- Debt/EBITDA
- ROE 9.8%
- Earnings surprise, average 9.8%
- Earnings quality (operating cash flow / net income) 3.93
Failed (8)
- Gross margin 26.9%
- P/FCF 128.99
- P/B ratio 6.94
- CapEx intensity
- DCF valuation (Overvalued)
- Revenue growth 5Y 3.9%
- Net margin trend 14.1% vs 14.5%
- Piotroski F-Score 2/9
Unavailable (9)
- EPS data insufficient
- Dividend payout –
- Operating margin –
- Interest coverage
- Return on tangible assets
- Low reliance on intangibles
- Price below Graham Number
- PEG ratio (needs P/E > 0 and growth > 0)
- Share dilution (missing share count)
Piotroski F-Score
Serious financial concerns
Earnings Quality
High quality: earnings backed by cash
Share Dilution
Buying back shares. Shareholder friendly
Institutional Holdings
No institutional filings reported for this company.
Governance
Executive Team
| Name | Title | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Russell C. Ellwanger | CEO & Director | 70 |
| Dr. Marco Racanelli | President | 58 |
| Mr. Rafi Mor | Chief Operating Officer | 61 |
| Dr. Gurvinder Jolly | Chief Scientist & Fellow | - |
Documents
via SEC EDGAR
Part 2 · The price and its context
This part shows how the price has behaved, not whether the company is worth owning. Inside: technical analysis, potential, historical drawdowns, gamma exposure.
Market Reaction Profile
How much TSEM moves, measured on its daily prices.
More volatile than 98% of the tracked stocks (90-day volatility).
- Volatility 30d
- 83.4%
- Volatility 90d
- 89.4%
- Beta vs S&P 500 (1y)
- 3.21Correlation 0.49
- Max drawdown (12m)
- -47.1%
- ATR (14d, % of price)
- 8.77%
Earnings reactions
How TSEM moved around its past quarterly results.
Next earnings release
Nov 2, 2026 · In 9 days · Before the open
EPS estimate: 1.07Revenue estimate: $522M
What usually happens
- Not enough releases with data yet: we have 0, we need at least 4.
Release dates from SEC 8-K filings.
Updated 10/24/2026
Historical statistics for educational purposes only. They are not forecasts and not investment advice.
Price reaction to the news
Latest news on TSEM and what the price did next.
- 6/15/2026PositiveWhy Tower Semiconductor Shares Are Trading Higher By Around 5%; Here Are 20 Stocks Moving Premarket
- +1 day
- +7.3%
- +3 days
- +1.7%
- 5/14/2026PositiveTower Semiconductor Analysts Boost Their Forecasts Following Better-Than-Expected Q1 Earnings
Published while the US market was open: the move of that day cannot be split into before and after the news, so no figure is shown.
- 5/13/2026PositiveTower Semiconductor Shares Rise Over 7% After Key Trading Signal
Published while the US market was open: the move of that day cannot be split into before and after the news, so no figure is shown.
- 3/19/2026PositiveTower Semiconductor Rallies On AI Power Wall, Oriole Networks Updates
- +1 day
- +0.2%
- +3 days
- +9.9%
- 3/16/2026PositiveWhy Tower Semiconductor Stock Jumped Today
- +1 day
- -0.7%
- +3 days
- +21.3%
- 3/10/2026NegativeHood River Sells 1.1 Million Shares of Tower Semiconductor Stock
Published while the US market was open: the move of that day cannot be split into before and after the news, so no figure is shown.
- 3/2/2026PositiveWhy Tower Semiconductor Rallied Today
- +1 day
- -8.5%
- +3 days
- -12.3%
- 3/1/2026NegativeG2 Investment Partners Dumped Tower Semiconductor Shares Worth Over $20 Million. Is the Stock a Buy or Sell?
- +1 day
- +10.9%
- +3 days
- -1.0%
Return of the stock minus return of SPY over the same days. A news item close to a price move did not necessarily cause it. Historical data for educational purposes only, not investment advice.
Latest News
Recent headlines for TSEM.
- 6/15/2026POSITIVEWhy Tower Semiconductor Shares Are Trading Higher By Around 5%; Here Are 20 Stocks Moving Premarket
Tower Semiconductor Ltd. experienced a significant pre-market surge of approximately 4.7%, driven by the announcement of a multi-year supply agreement and the successful resolution of intellectual property disputes. This positive development suggests improved operational stability and future revenue streams for the company. Investors are likely reacting to the reduced legal and operational uncertainties, which could pave the way for stronger financial performance and enhanced market position. The stock's upward movement indicates renewed confidence in Tower Semiconductor's business prospects.
- 5/14/2026POSITIVETower Semiconductor Analysts Boost Their Forecasts Following Better-Than-Expected Q1 Earnings
Tower Semiconductor Ltd. (NASDAQ:TSEM) has reported first-quarter earnings that surpassed analyst expectations, prompting a positive revision of future guidance. The company's shares saw an immediate uptick of 2.3% following the announcement. While specific figures for the Q1 beat and Q2 guidance are not detailed in this report, the market's reaction and analyst sentiment suggest a robust operational performance. This positive momentum, coupled with potentially upgraded analyst ratings (though older ratings are provided), indicates a favorable outlook for TSEM investors, signaling potential for continued stock appreciation.
- 5/13/2026POSITIVETower Semiconductor Shares Rise Over 7% After Key Trading Signal
Tower Semiconductor experienced a significant surge, with its shares climbing over 7% following the appearance of a key trading signal. The stock reached an intraday high of $246.86, indicating strong positive momentum. This price action suggests that technical indicators are aligning favorably for the semiconductor manufacturer, potentially attracting further investor interest and signaling a bullish outlook in the short term. Investors will be watching to see if this upward trend is sustained.
- 4/23/2026NEUTRALHere's How Much $1000 Invested In Tower Semiconductor 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today
An investment of $1000 in Tower Semiconductor (TSEM) made ten years ago would be worth approximately $2,500 today, assuming reinvestment of dividends. This represents a compound annual growth rate of roughly 9.6%. The company, a key player in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, has navigated market cycles and technological shifts, with its stock performance reflecting industry trends and company-specific developments. Investors considering TSEM should analyze its current market position, competitive landscape, and future growth prospects, particularly in light of ongoing global chip demand and supply chain dynamics.
- 3/19/2026POSITIVETower Semiconductor Rallies On AI Power Wall, Oriole Networks Updates
Tower Semiconductor shares surged on Thursday, buoyed by significant investor interest stemming from two key developments in Artificial Intelligence infrastructure. The company's enhanced position in next-generation data center technology has captured market attention. This positive momentum suggests that Tower Semiconductor is well-aligned with the growing demand for advanced chip manufacturing capabilities essential for AI advancements, potentially leading to increased demand for its foundry services and a re-evaluation of its market valuation by investors.
- 3/16/2026POSITIVEWhy Tower Semiconductor Stock Jumped Today
Tower Semiconductor Ltd. experienced a significant stock surge today, driven by the escalating demand for high-speed solutions within AI data centers. This trend highlights the critical role of advanced semiconductor manufacturing in powering the next generation of artificial intelligence infrastructure. Investors are likely reacting to the company's strategic positioning to capitalize on this burgeoning market, anticipating increased orders and revenue growth as AI adoption accelerates globally. The company's specialized fabrication capabilities are becoming increasingly vital for meeting the complex processing needs of AI applications.
- 3/10/2026NEGATIVEHood River Sells 1.1 Million Shares of Tower Semiconductor Stock
Hood River has divested 1.1 million shares of Tower Semiconductor stock, a significant move indicating potential reduced confidence or a strategic portfolio adjustment by the selling entity. Tower Semiconductor, a provider of analog and mixed-signal solutions for consumer, industrial, and automotive sectors, may face downward price pressure following this large sell-off. Investors will be watching for further commentary or market reaction to understand the full implications of this transaction on Tower's stock performance.
- 3/2/2026POSITIVEWhy Tower Semiconductor Rallied Today
The Israeli stock exchange experienced an unexpected rally following the outbreak of conflict with Iran, and Tower Semiconductor, a leading Israeli-headquartered semiconductor manufacturing company, directly benefited from this surge. This rally, despite occurring amidst geopolitical tension, suggests significant resilience in the local market or a perception of opportunities in strategic sectors. Investors might interpret this as a signal that, even in times of uncertainty, certain key companies maintain their appeal or even see their position strengthened. It is crucial to monitor regional stability and the long-term impact on Tower Semiconductor's operations and supply chain, but today's signal is clearly positive for the stock.
- 3/1/2026NEGATIVEG2 Investment Partners Dumped Tower Semiconductor Shares Worth Over $20 Million. Is the Stock a Buy or Sell?
Markets Gazette reports a potentially negative signal for Tower Semiconductor. G2 Investment Partners has divested over $20 million worth of the company's shares. This move by a significant investment partner could indicate a reassessment of confidence or a strategic portfolio repositioning. Tower Semiconductor is recognized for its specialization as an analog-focused foundry, providing customizable semiconductor solutions to a broad global client base across diverse industries. While the company boasts a robust operational foundation, G2 Investment Partners' decision to liquidate such a substantial stake might be interpreted by investors as a cautionary sign, suggesting potential downward pressure on the stock in the near term. Investors should closely monitor the company's upcoming announcements and market performance.