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Backlog of orders refers to the quantity and combined monetary value of the products which have been ordered by customers but which have not shipped yet.
MKS's Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2021 was 316.20
, which the same as as previous quarter (Dec. 2020)'s result.
MKS's Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) for the annual that ended in Dec. 2021 was 316.20
, which the same as as previous year (Dec. 2020)'s result.
The historical rank and industry rank for MKS's Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) or its related term are showing as below:
MKSI's Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) is not ranked *
in the Hardware industry.
Industry Median: * Ranked among companies with meaningful Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) only.
MKS (NAS:MKSI) Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) Explanation
The term backlog refers to a buildup of work that has not yet been completed by the company. The presence of a backlog can have positive or negative implications. For example, a rising backlog of product orders might indicate rising sales. On the other hand, companies generally want to avoid having a backlog as it could cause (or be a result of) increasing inefficiency in the production process. Likewise, a falling backlog might be a sign of lagging demand but could also be a result of improving production efficiency. Naturally, unexpected backlogs can compromise forecasts and production schedules.
MKS Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) Related Terms
MKS Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) Historical Data
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The historical data trend for MKS's Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) 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.
MKSI vs FTV, TDY, TRMB: Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) Comparison
For the Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, MKS's Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil), along with its competitors' market caps and Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) 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.
What does a Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) of 316.20 mean?
MKS (MKSI) has a Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) of 316.20 as of Dec. 2021. Backlog of orders refers to the quantity and combined monetary value of the products which have been ordered by customers but which have not shipped yet. View historical data on MKS and its competitors.
Is MKS's Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) too high?
MKS's current Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) is 316.20. Overall, MKS has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MKS's Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) compare to FTV and TDY?
MKS's Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) of 316.20 can be compared against companies in the Hardware industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) for a Hardware company?
A good Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) depends on the Hardware industry context. However, Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) 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 Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) mean?
A high Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Backlog of orders refers to the quantity and combined monetary value of the products which have been ordered by customers but which have not shipped yet. View historical data on MKS and its competitors. MKS's current Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) is 316.20. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MKS stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MKS (MKSI) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $140.10, compared to a current price of $279.11 — trading 99.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) is 316.20. MKS's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) calculated?
Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For MKS (MKSI), the current Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil) is 316.20 as of Dec. 2021. 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 MKS (MKSI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MKS stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $279.11 is trading 99.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $140.10.
GuruFocus considers MKS to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MKSI:
Order Backlog for Technology (USD Mil): 316.20
GF Value™: $140.10 vs. price of $279.11 (99.2% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MKSI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
MKS Inc delivers foundational technology solutions for leading edge semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial applications. The company provides instruments, components, subsystems, systems, process control solutions, and specialty chemicals technology that improve process performance and optimize productivity. Its solutions address challenges of miniaturization and complexity in device manufacturing, enabling increased power, speed, and feature enhancement. MKS Inc operates through three divisions: Vacuum Solutions Division (VSD), Photonics Solutions Division (PSD), and Materials Solutions Division (MSD). The company operates in the United States, which generates maximum revenue, as well as China and other countries.
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