AMKR

Technology

Amkor Technology, Inc. · Semiconductors · $16B

UQS Score — Balanced Preset
36.9
Below Average

Amkor Technology, Inc. scores 36.9/100 using the Balanced preset.

UQS vs Technology Sector
AMKR
36.9
Sector avg
38.0
Quality
Weak
Moat
Weak
Growth
Weak
Risk
Good
Valuation
Neutral

What is Amkor Technology, Inc.?

Amkor Technology is a large-cap semiconductor services company headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. It operates as one of the world's largest providers of outsourced chip packaging and test services.

Amkor sits between chip designers and end-product manufacturers, handling the physical packaging and testing of semiconductors. Customers send wafers; Amkor returns finished, tested packages ready for devices. Revenue comes from service fees tied to volume and packaging complexity across smartphones, networking gear, automotive electronics, and consumer devices.

Amkor was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.

  • Flip-chip and wafer-level packaging
  • Advanced system-in-package modules
  • Semiconductor wafer probe and test services
  • MEMS and specialty packaging solutions

Is AMKR a Good Stock to Buy?

UQS Score rates AMKR as Below Average overall.

The Risk pillar stands out as the relative bright spot, suggesting the balance sheet and financial stability are more resilient than the other pillars imply. Valuation comes in at a Neutral reading, meaning the stock is neither clearly cheap nor obviously expensive relative to fundamentals.

Quality, Moat, and Growth all register as Weak, pointing to thin competitive differentiation, limited pricing power, and subdued earnings trajectory.

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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.

Does AMKR pay dividends?

Yes — Amkor Technology, Inc. pays a dividend.

Amkor pays a regular dividend, which is relatively uncommon among capital-intensive semiconductor services firms. The dividend reflects a degree of financial discipline, though investors should weigh it alongside the company's ongoing need to fund equipment and facility investments.

When does AMKR report earnings?

Amkor Technology reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.

Results tend to track semiconductor demand cycles, with packaging volumes rising and falling alongside end-market activity in mobile, automotive, and consumer electronics. Weak Growth pillar scores suggest recent top-line momentum has been below sector peers.

For the most recent quarter's results, visit Amkor Technology's investor relations page directly.

AMKR Price History

+256.4% over 5Y

Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.

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What if I invested in Amkor Technology, Inc.?

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Today it would be worth
$33,165
That's a +232% total return, or +27.1% annualized.

Based on Amkor Technology, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Amkor Technology do?

Amkor provides outsourced semiconductor packaging and test services. Chip designers send wafers to Amkor, which packages and tests them before they ship to device manufacturers. The company serves markets including smartphones, automotive electronics, networking, and consumer devices.

Does AMKR pay dividends?

Yes, Amkor pays a regular dividend. For current yield figures and payment schedules, check Amkor's investor relations page, as specific amounts can change each quarter.

When does AMKR report earnings?

Amkor reports on a standard quarterly schedule. Exact dates are published on the company's investor relations page ahead of each reporting period.

Is AMKR a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates AMKR as Below Average, with Weak readings across Quality, Moat, and Growth pillars. The Risk pillar is a relative strength. Whether that profile fits your portfolio depends on your own risk tolerance and investment goals — the full breakdown is available to Pro members.

Is AMKR overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for AMKR reads Neutral, suggesting the stock is not obviously stretched or deeply discounted relative to its fundamentals. View the complete valuation metrics with a Pro account.

What is AMKR's market cap bracket?

Amkor Technology is classified as a large-cap stock, placing it among the larger publicly traded companies in the semiconductor services space.

Is AMKR a long-term quality indicator?

As a long-term quality indicator, AMKR's Below Average UQS Score — driven by Weak Quality, Moat, and Growth pillars — suggests limited structural advantages relative to higher-rated peers. The Good Risk pillar provides some stability, but the overall composite warrants careful review.

What sector does AMKR belong to?

Amkor Technology operates in the Technology sector, specifically within semiconductor equipment and services. It focuses on the back-end portion of chip manufacturing — packaging and testing — rather than chip design or fabrication.

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AMKR — Score History

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Score changes· 30/37 most recent
DateUQSQualityMoatGrowthRiskValueChange
May 23, 202637.520.128.036.267.654.2+0.1
May 22, 202637.420.028.036.267.653.6+0.1
May 21, 202637.320.028.036.267.653.0-0.1
May 20, 202637.420.028.036.267.653.70.0
May 19, 202637.420.028.036.267.653.1+0.2
May 17, 202637.220.028.036.267.652.1-0.4
May 16, 202637.620.028.037.667.652.9+0.2
May 15, 202637.419.928.037.667.651.90.0
May 14, 202637.419.928.037.667.651.6-0.4
May 13, 202637.819.828.038.667.652.9+0.1

AMKR — Pillar Breakdown

Quality

20.1/100 (25%)

Amkor Technology, Inc. currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.

Capital Efficiency (ROIC)Weak

How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.

Return on EquityWeak

Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.

Operating ProfitabilityWeak

Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.

Net ProfitabilityWeak

Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.

Gross Profit / AssetsWeak

Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.

Cash GenerationWeak

Free cash flow relative to market value.

Growth

36.2/100 (20%)

Amkor Technology, Inc. shows steady but unspectacular growth, typical for mature companies.

Recent Revenue TrendWeak

Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.

3Y Revenue CAGRWeak

Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.

EPS GrowthWeak

Year-over-year earnings per share growth.

Forward Revenue OutlookModerate

Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.

Forward EPS GrowthStrong

Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.

Risk

67.6/100 (15%)

Amkor Technology, Inc. maintains a reasonable risk profile with manageable debt levels.

Financial LeverageModerate

Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.

Debt/EquityStrong

Total debt relative to shareholder equity.

Current RatioModerate

Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.

Interest CoverageModerate

Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.

Valuation

49.7/100 (15%)

Amkor Technology, Inc. has a mixed valuation — some metrics suggest fair value while others appear stretched.

Earnings YieldWeak

Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.

Price to Free Cash FlowWeak

How many years of FCF the market cap represents.

PEG RatioStrong

P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.

EV/EBITDA vs SectorStrong

Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.

Moat

28/100 (25%)

Amkor Technology, Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for AMKR.

Score Composition

Quality
20.1×25%5.0
Growth
36.2×20%7.2
Risk
67.6×15%10.1
Valuation
49.7×15%7.5
Moat
28.0×25%7.0
Total
36.9Below Average

Financial Data

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How is the AMKR UQS Score Calculated?

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Amkor Technology, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Amkor Technology, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Amkor Technology, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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