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SkyWater Technology (NAS:SKYT) Net Margin % Explanation
Although Net Income and Earnings-per-Share (EPS) are the most widely used parameter in measuring a company's profitability and valuation, it is the least reliable. The reason is that reported earnings can be manipulated easily by adjusting any numbers such as Depreciation, Depletion and Amotorization and non-recurring items.
But the long term trend of the net margin is a good indicator of the competitiveness and health of the business.
SkyWater Technology Net Margin % Related Terms
SkyWater Technology Net Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for SkyWater Technology's Net Margin % can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Semiconductors subindustry, SkyWater Technology's Net Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Net Margin % data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
SkyWater Technology Net Margin % vs Semiconductors Industry
For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, SkyWater Technology's Net Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where SkyWater Technology's Net Margin % falls into.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
SkyWater Technology (SKYT) has a Net Margin % of -7.66% as of Mar. 2026. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on SkyWater Technology and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, SkyWater Technology ranks #145 out of 1022 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 14.2%.
Is SkyWater Technology's Net Margin % too high?
SkyWater Technology's current Net Margin % is -7.66%. Based on the distribution chart, SkyWater Technology ranks #145 out of 1022 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, SkyWater Technology has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SkyWater Technology's Net Margin % compare to AIP and AMBQ?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, SkyWater Technology ranks #145 out of 1022 companies for Net Margin %. This places SkyWater Technology in the top 14% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Net Margin % is 4.38. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Net Margin % for a Semiconductors company?
The median Net Margin % among Semiconductors companies is 4.38, based on 1,022 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Net Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Net Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Net Margin % mean?
A high Net Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on SkyWater Technology and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median Net Margin % is 4.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SkyWater Technology's current Net Margin % is -7.66%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SkyWater Technology stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SkyWater Technology (SKYT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.10, compared to a current price of $32.46 — trading 89.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Net Margin % is -7.66%. SkyWater Technology's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Net Margin % calculated?
Net Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For SkyWater Technology (SKYT), the current Net Margin % is -7.66% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is SkyWater Technology (SKYT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SkyWater Technology stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $32.46 is trading 89.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $17.10.
GuruFocus considers SkyWater Technology to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SKYT:
Net Margin %: -7.66%
GF Value™: $17.10 vs. price of $32.46 (89.8% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SKYT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
SkyWater Technology Inc is a U.S.-based, independent, pure-play semiconductor foundry providing foundational-node manufacturing, advanced technology development, and advanced packaging services through an integrated, multi-site operating model. It operates within the United States, with fabrication and packaging facilities in Minnesota, Texas, and Florida.l. Its segments include: Legacy SkyWater: A pure-play technology foundry that offers advanced semiconductor development and manufacturing services from its fabrication facility in Bloomington, Minnesota and advanced packaging services from its Kissimmee Florida facility; and SkyWater Texas: A high-volume manufacturer that offers manufacturing services from its fabrication facility in Austin, Texas.
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