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Vishay Intertechnology Inc (VSH)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: VSH (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -31.68% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.12B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 18 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 18 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2215655 | Beta 1.14 | 52 Weeks Range 14.78 - 24.27 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 14.78 - 24.27 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.52% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.23 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -1.06% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.14% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.57% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1.41% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 16.86 | Enterprise Value 2537634304 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.75 |
Enterprise Value 2537634304 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.75 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.89 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.08 | Shares Outstanding 123470000 | Shares Floating 114692401 |
Shares Outstanding 123470000 | Shares Floating 114692401 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.25 | Percent Institutions 111.64 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 20.33 | Buy - | Strong Buy 3 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 3 | ||
Hold 1 | Sell 1 | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Vishay Intertechnology Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. was founded in 1962 by Dr. Felix Zandman. Initially focused on foil resistors, it grew through acquisitions to become a leading global manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components.
Core Business Areas
- MOSFETs: Metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors, used for switching and amplification in various electronic devices.
- Diodes and Rectifiers: Components allowing current flow in one direction, used for rectification, signal processing, and voltage regulation.
- Optoelectronics: Devices that convert electrical energy into light or vice versa, including LEDs, infrared emitters/detectors, and optocouplers.
- Resistors: Components providing electrical resistance, available in various types (film, wirewound, etc.) for current limiting and voltage division.
- Capacitors: Components storing electrical energy in an electric field, used for filtering, energy storage, and timing applications.
- Inductors: Components storing energy in a magnetic field, used for filtering, energy storage, and impedance matching.
Leadership and Structure
Dr. Gerald Paul is the President and CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure with divisions based on product lines.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Power MOSFETs: Used in power supplies and motor control. Vishay is a significant player in this market. Competitors: Infineon, STMicroelectronics, ON Semiconductor. Market Share est 8-10%.
- Film Capacitors: Used for filtering and energy storage in various applications. Competitors: TDK, KEMET, Panasonic. Market Share est 5-7%.
- Rectifiers: Used in automotive and industrial applications. Competitors: ON Semiconductor, Diodes Incorporated, Nexperia. Market Share est 6-8%.
- Resistors: A broad range of resistors for different applications and power ratings. Competitors: Yageo, Walsin, Bourns. Market Share est 5-7%.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The electronic components industry is driven by growth in automotive, industrial, communications, and consumer electronics sectors. Trends include miniaturization, higher power density, and increased reliability.
Positioning
Vishay is a broad-line manufacturer with a strong global presence. Its competitive advantage lies in its diverse product portfolio and established customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global electronic components market is estimated to be worth over $400 billion. Vishay is positioned to capture a portion of this market across various product categories and applications.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Broad product portfolio
- Global manufacturing footprint
- Strong customer relationships
- Established brand reputation
- Financial stability
Weaknesses
- Dependence on cyclical industries
- Exposure to currency fluctuations
- High competition in commodity products
- Potential integration challenges from acquisitions
Opportunities
- Growth in electric vehicles and renewable energy
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of advanced components for 5G and IoT
- Strategic acquisitions to expand product offerings
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition from low-cost manufacturers
- Supply chain disruptions
- Technological obsolescence
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ON (ON)
- STM (STM)
- TXN (TXN)
- MXL (MXL)
Competitive Landscape
Vishay competes with larger and smaller companies, focusing on specific product categories and niche markets. They face pricing pressure and technological advancements from larger players.
Major Acquisitions
Capella Microsystems
- Year: 2016
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 205
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded optoelectronics portfolio and increased presence in the Asian market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Vishay has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Growth rates have varied depending on market conditions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest continued growth, driven by demand in automotive, industrial, and communications sectors.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding production capacity, developing new products, and acquiring complementary businesses.
Summary
Vishay is a stable and diversified electronic component manufacturer with a global presence. Its broad product portfolio and strong customer relationships are key strengths. However, it faces cyclical industry risks and intense competition, requiring continuous innovation and strategic acquisitions to maintain growth. Vishay needs to watch out for economic downturns that can reduce its margins. Overall, the company is fairly strong.
Similar Companies
- ON
- STM
- TXN
- ADI
- MCHP
Sources and Disclaimers
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- Market Research Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
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About Vishay Intertechnology Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Malvern, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1988-01-04 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Joel Smejkal | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Semiconductors | Full time employees 22700 | Website https://www.vishay.com |
Full time employees 22700 | Website https://www.vishay.com |
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. manufactures and sells discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components in the United States, Germany, rest of Europe, Israel, and Asia. The company operates through Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistors (MOSFETs), Diodes, Optoelectronic Components, Resistors, Inductors, and Capacitors segments. The MOSFETs segment offers low- and medium-voltage TrenchFET MOSFETs, high-voltage planar MOSFETs, high voltage Super Junction MOSFETs, power integrated circuits, and integrated function power devices. The Diodes segment provides rectifiers, small signal diodes, protection diodes, thyristors/silicon-controlled rectifiers, and power modules. The Optoelectronic Components segment offers standard and customer specific optoelectronic components, such as infrared (IR) emitters and detectors, IR remote control receivers, optocouplers, solid-state relays, optical sensors, light-emitting diodes, 7-segment displays, and IR data transceiver modules. The Resistors segment provides resistors, a basic components used in various forms of electronic circuitry to adjust and regulate levels of voltage and current. The Inductors segment provides inductors for use as an internal magnetic field to change alternating current phase and resist alternating current. The Capacitors segment offers capacitors that store energy and discharge. It sells its products under Siliconix, Dale, Draloric, Beyschlag, Sfernice, MCB, UltraSource, Applied Thin-Film Products, IHLP, HiRel Systems, Sprague, Vitramon, Barry, Roederstein, ESTA, Ametherm, and BCcomponents brand names. The company serves industrial, automotive, telecommunications, computing, consumer products, power supplies, military and aerospace, and medical end markets. Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. was incorporated in 1962 and is headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania.
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