ACLS (Axcelis Technologies) ROCE %: 4.08% (As of Mar. 2026)


ACLS Axcelis Technologies Inc ACLS
85 GF Score
Price $168.91
GF Value $87.50
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Axcelis Technologies ROCE %?

Axcelis Technologies ACLS -1.32% 85 ROCE % is 4.08% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates ACLS with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $87.50 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

ROCE % measures how well a company generates profits from its capital. It is calculated as EBIT divided by Capital Employed, where Capital Employed is calculated as Total Assets minus Total Current Liabilities. Axcelis Technologies's annualized ROCE % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 4.08%.

Axcelis Technologies  (NAS:ACLS) ROCE % Explanation

ROCE % can be especially useful when comparing the performance of capital-intensive companies. Unlike ROE %, which indicates the profitability of Shareholders Equity, ROCE % also considers long-term debt in Capital Employed. This can be helpful when analyzing companies with significant debt, as the result is neutralized by taking debt into consideration.

Generally speaking, a higher ROCE % indicates a stonger profitability for a company. Moreover, it is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Investors tend to favor companies with stable and rising ROCE % trend over those with volatile ones.

Axcelis Technologies ROCE % Related Terms

Axcelis Technologies ROCE % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Axcelis Technologies's ROCE % can be seen below:

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Axcelis Technologies ROCE % Chart

Axcelis Technologies Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
ROCE %
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Axcelis Technologies Quarterly Data
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Axcelis Technologies ROCE % Calculation

Axcelis Technologies's annualized ROCE % for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=143.613/( ( (1348.781 - 207.522) + (1361.351 - 197.66) )/ 2 )
=143.613/( (1141.259+1163.691)/ 2 )
=143.613/1152.475
=12.46 %

Axcelis Technologies's ROCE % of for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT (1)/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=47.668/( ( (1361.351 - 197.66) + (1374.544 - 203.914) )/ 2 )
=47.668/( ( 1163.691 + 1170.63 )/ 2 )
=47.668/1167.1605
=4.08 %

(1) Note: The EBIT data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) EBIT data.

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about ROCE % →
What does a ROCE % of 4.08% mean?
Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) has a ROCE % of 4.08% as of Mar. 2026.
Is Axcelis Technologies' ROCE % too high?
Axcelis Technologies' current ROCE % is 4.08%. The Semiconductors industry median ROCE % is 4.81. Axcelis Technologies' value of 4.08% is 15.1% below this industry median. Overall, Axcelis Technologies has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Axcelis Technologies' ROCE % compare to IPGP and KLIC?
Axcelis Technologies' ROCE % of 4.08% can be compared against companies in the Semiconductors industry. The industry median ROCE % is 4.81. Axcelis Technologies' value of 4.08% is 15.1% below this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good ROCE % for a Semiconductors company?
The median ROCE % among Semiconductors companies is 4.81, based on 1,018 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a ROCE % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, ROCE % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Axcelis Technologies's current ROCE % of 4.08% is 15.1% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high ROCE % mean?
A high ROCE % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Semiconductors industry, the median ROCE % is 4.81 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Axcelis Technologies's current ROCE % is 4.08%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Axcelis Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $87.50, compared to a current price of $168.91 — trading 93% above its estimated fair value. The current ROCE % is 4.08% and 15.1% below the Semiconductors industry median of 4.81. Axcelis Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is ROCE % calculated?
ROCE % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Axcelis Technologies (ACLS), the current ROCE % is 4.08% 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 Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Axcelis Technologies stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $168.91 is trading 93% above its estimated GF Value™ of $87.50. GuruFocus considers Axcelis Technologies to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ACLS:

  • ROCE %: 4.08%
  • GF Value™: $87.50 vs. price of $168.91 (93% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 15.1% below the Semiconductors median

No single metric tells the full story. See the ACLS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Axcelis Technologies Business Description

Address 108 Cherry Hill Drive, Beverly, MA, USA, 01915
Axcelis Technologies Inc designs, manufactures, and services ion implantation and other processing equipment used in the fabrication of semiconductor chips. In addition to equipment, the company provides aftermarket lifecycle products and services, including used tools, spare parts, equipment upgrades, maintenance services, and customer training. Geographically, the group has a business presence in North America, Asia Pacific, and Europe, of which key revenue is derived from the Asia Pacific.
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