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AU Optronics (AUOTY)
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AU Optronics (AUOTY) Price & Analysis

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AUOTY Stock Chart & Stats

$7.60
-$0.42(-5.53%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$7.60
-$0.42(-5.53%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Diversified Product Mix And SolutionsAUO's product exposure across TVs, IT displays, mobile and automotive/industrial segments and its emphasis on value-added displays and integrated solutions supports a durable revenue base. Broad end-market exposure and higher-value offerings help mitigate single-market cyclicality and foster longer-term OEM relationships and solution contracts.
Workable Balance Sheet With Equity CushionMeaningful equity levels and moderate leverage provide a multi-quarter buffer to absorb cyclical downturns and support necessary capital spending for fabs and technology upgrades. This structural financial cushion preserves strategic optionality for investments or restructuring without immediate solvency pressure.
Improved Reported Profitability And Operating Cash FlowThe shift to positive net margin and restored operating cash flow signals operational recovery and improved revenue-to-cost conversion. Sustained operating cash generation, if maintained, enhances the firm's ability to fund working capital and incremental investment internally and reduces reliance on external short-term funding over the medium term.
Bears Say
Severe TTM Revenue DeclineAn ~-83% TTM revenue drop indicates acute demand or shipment disruption and undermines the durability of earnings and margins. Such a steep top-line contraction increases execution risk, makes planning and capacity utilization difficult, and can quickly erode customer and supplier economics over multiple quarters.
Operating Profits Remain Negative; Thin Gross MarginPersistently negative EBIT and single-digit gross margins point to structural pressure on core manufacturing economics. Thin margins limit the company's ability to absorb cost inflation, fund R&D and capex, or invest in higher-value programs without sustained revenue recovery, keeping operational leverage fragile.
Consistently Negative Free Cash FlowOngoing negative free cash flow despite positive operating cash flow in the latest period signals heavy investment or cash burn post-investment. Persistent FCF deficits constrain ability to reduce leverage, return capital to shareholders, or build reserves, increasing dependence on external financing if cyclical headwinds persist.

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AUOTY FAQ

What was AU Optronics’s price range in the past 12 months?
AU Optronics lowest stock price was $3.36 and its highest was $10.50 in the past 12 months.
    What is AU Optronics’s market cap?
    AU Optronics’s market cap is $5.61B.
      When is AU Optronics’s upcoming earnings report date?
      AU Optronics’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 29, 2026 which is in 84 days.
        How were AU Optronics’s earnings last quarter?
        AU Optronics released its earnings results on Jul 30, 2026. The company reported $0.055 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.008 by $0.047.
          Is AU Optronics overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts AU Optronics’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does AU Optronics pay dividends?
            AU Optronics pays a Annually dividend of $0.124 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.73%. See more information on AU Optronics dividends here
              What is AU Optronics’s EPS estimate?
              AU Optronics’s EPS estimate is 0.03.
                How many shares outstanding does AU Optronics have?
                AU Optronics has 754,709,900 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to AU Optronics’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  AU Optronics reported an EPS of $0.055 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.008. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.764%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of AU Optronics?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AUOTY
                    What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                    Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                      AU Optronics Stock Smart Score

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                      Technicals

                      SMA
                      Negative
                      20 days / 200 days
                      Momentum
                      -25.68%
                      12-Months-Change

                      Fundamentals

                      Return on Equity
                      1.73%
                      Trailing 12-Months
                      Asset Growth
                      -8.85%
                      Trailing 12-Months

                      Company Description

                      AU Optronics

                      AUO Corporation, established in 1996 in Hsinchu City, Taiwan, and formerly known as AU Optronics Corp. until its rebranding in June 2022, operates as a comprehensive technology company. Its primary business revolves around the research, development, production, and global sale of thin-film transistor liquid crystal displays (TFT-LCDs) and a diverse range of other flat panel display solutions. The company's activities are structured into two main divisions: Display and Energy. Within its Energy segment, AUO is actively engaged in the solar power industry, encompassing the design, manufacturing, and distribution of essential components such as ingots, solar wafers, and photovoltaic modules. It also provides extensive technical engineering and maintenance support for solar energy installations. Beyond its core display and energy operations, AUO's broad portfolio includes the design, fabrication, and sale of numerous other products. These comprise TFT-LCD modules, complete television sets and their parts, backlight units, automotive components, and precision plastic parts. The company also specializes in producing InGaN epi wafers and chips, along with light-emitting diode (LED) packages and modules. Furthermore, AUO develops and markets medical equipment, offers content management systems paired with relevant hardware, and manages construction projects focused on environmental protection. Its service offerings extend to educational initiatives, site leasing, intellectual property management, and direct solar power generation. The corporation also handles the sales and support of TFT-LCD panels. Expanding its technological capabilities, AUO creates and distributes specialized software and hardware solutions for the healthcare sector. It also provides integrated systems and consulting services tailored for intelligent manufacturing environments, in addition to engaging in investment activities. AUO maintains a significant international footprint, with operations spanning the People's Republic of China, Taiwan, Japan, Singapore, and various other global markets.

                      AU Optronics (AUOTY) Earnings & Revenues

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                      AUOTY Earnings Call

                      Q2 2026
                      0:00 / 0:00
                      Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                      The call conveyed clear signs of strategic progress: revenue mix is shifting toward higher‑margin Mobility and Vertical businesses, gross margins improved YoY, FY profitability was achieved and the balance sheet was strengthened through asset sales and debt reduction. Commercial traction for Mobility (AMSC) and selective Vertical solutions is notable, and micro LED/AI technologies show promising development and early commercialization. However, near‑term operational profitability remains weak (Q4 OP loss), OpEx is elevated, the energy subsegment materially dragged Vertical results, and supply‑chain and component cost pressures along with macro/geopolitical uncertainties present tangible short‑term headwinds. Overall the narrative is of a company in positive transformation but with near‑term execution and market risks to monitor.View all AUOTY earnings summaries
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                      Ownership Overview

                      0.27%<0.01%99.46%
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