Quality Momentum

QM · rank #6 · 2026-07-22

SMHN

XETRA · EUR · $1.68B (USD)

SignalHold
verdict · CAUTION

The exact numbers the algorithm saw.

Factor scores and the inputs behind this pick.
Momentum 12-1
Return from 12 months ago to 1 month ago.
+163.07%
ROE TTM
Return on equity, trailing 12 months.
+11.6%
Profit margin
Net profit margin, trailing 12 months.
+6.9%
Market cap (USD)
Size filter: > $300M required (USD-equivalent).
$1.68B
Anchor (recent)
Close on 2026-06-22
$108.50
Anchor (far)
Close on 2025-06-20
$41.24

The AI research card

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Summary

SÜSS MicroTec SE develops and manufactures specialized semiconductor backend equipment, specializing in wafer bonding and photomask handling solutions for global packaging and chipmaking customers [SUMMARY].

Rationale

Strong momentum is supported by AI tailwinds and fast-entry MDAX inclusion, while quality metrics are backed by a robust €330.1m order backlog that secures full-year 2026 revenue visibility [RECENT_DEVELOPMENTS, BUSINESS_STATUS, FINANCIAL_NOTES].

Material risks

  • 1Execution and conversion risk of the backlog, highlighted by the steep Q1 2026 year-on-year revenue drop and net income contraction [TOP_RISKS].
  • 2Geopolitical exposure from Taiwan expansion and the long-term threat of key customers building in-house advanced packaging alternatives [TOP_RISKS].

AI verdict council

Each pick is reviewed independently by 3 models before any order. 1 of 3 voted to proceed.

OpenAI
Caution
Claude
Caution
Gemini
Proceed