Nano Cap New Millennium Growth Fund L P Purchases New Holdings in Veeco Instruments Inc. $VECO
Nano Cap New Millennium Growth Fund L.P. has acquired a new stake of 55,000 shares in Veeco Instruments Inc., valued at approximately $1.57 million, making it their 18th largest holding. This comes amidst mixed analyst ratings, with a consensus "Hold," and recent insider selling by the CEO and a director totaling over 230,000 shares. Veeco Instruments recently missed Q1 earnings expectations and provided soft guidance for Q2 and FY 2026.
Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ:VECO) Receives Average Recommendation of "Hold" from Brokerages
Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ:VECO) has received an average "Hold" recommendation from brokerages, with analysts setting a 12-month price target of $40.60. The company recently missed Q1 earnings and revenue estimates, reporting $0.14 EPS against an estimated $0.20, and a 5.4% year-over-year revenue decline. Insider selling, including by directors Richard A. Damore and Gordon Hunter, has been noted, while institutional ownership remains high at 98.46%.
Veeco Announces Upcoming Investor Events
Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ: VECO) has announced its participation in several upcoming investor events. Management is scheduled to attend the TD Cowen 54th Annual Technology, Media & Telecom Conference, the Stifel 2026 Cross Sector 1x1 Conference, the Mizuho Technology Conference, and the Northland Growth Virtual Conference throughout May and June 2026. Veeco is an innovative manufacturer of semiconductor process equipment, and these events will provide opportunities for investors to learn more about the company's technologies and market position.
Veeco Announces Upcoming Investor Events
Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ: VECO) has announced its participation in several upcoming investor events in May and June 2026. Management is scheduled to attend the TD Cowen 54th Annual Technology, Media & Telecom Conference, the Stifel 2026 Cross Sector 1x1 Conference, the Mizuho Technology Conference, and the Northland Growth Virtual Conference. These events provide a platform for Veeco to engage with investors and discuss its innovative semiconductor process equipment.
New York Life Investment Management LLC Invests $1.81 Million in Veeco Instruments Inc. $VECO
New York Life Investment Management LLC recently acquired a new stake in Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ: VECO), purchasing 63,257 shares valued at approximately $1.81 million during the fourth quarter. Despite this investment and high institutional ownership (98.46%), Veeco's stock was down 5.1% in the recent session, trading near its 52-week high. The company also reported lower-than-expected earnings of $0.14 EPS against an estimated $0.20 and revenue slightly under expectations, though it issued guidance for Q2 and the full year, with analysts generally holding a "Hold" rating.
Veeco Instruments Insider Sold Shares Worth $2,653,088, According to a Recent SEC Filing
Veeco Instruments' EVP of Global Operations, Mark Pleiss, recently sold 8,970 shares of the company's stock for a total value of $2,653,088. This transaction occurred on May 16, 2024, at an average price of $295.77 per share. Following this sale, Pleiss now directly owns 17,998 shares of Veeco Instruments.
Veeco Instruments director Richard Damore sells $2.65m in stock
Richard A. Damore, a director at Veeco Instruments Inc., sold 43,701 shares of the company's common stock for approximately $2.65 million on May 14, 2026. This sale follows a significant 185% surge in Veeco stock over the past year, though InvestingPro analysis currently suggests the stock is overvalued. The company recently reported mixed Q1 2026 financial results, missing EPS and revenue expectations, yet its stock still rose in after-hours trading.
Veeco Instruments Director Sold Shares Worth Over $2.6M
Richard A. Damore, a Director at Veeco Instruments, sold 43,701 shares of common stock on May 14, 2026, for a total of $2,653,087. The shares were sold at a weighted average price of $60.71, with individual prices ranging from $60.42 to $61.15. Following this transaction, Damore still directly owns 112,594 shares of the company's common stock.
Veeco Instruments (VECO) director Damore sells 43,701 shares in open-market trade
Richard A. Damore, a director at Veeco Instruments (VECO), sold 43,701 shares of common stock in an open-market transaction on May 14, 2026. The shares were sold at a weighted average price of $60.71, with individual prices ranging from $60.42 to $61.15, totaling approximately $2.65 million. Following this transaction, Damore directly owns 112,594 shares of Veeco Instruments common stock.
What is Northland Securities' Forecast for VECO Q2 Earnings?
Northland Securities has revised its Q2 2026 EPS estimate for Veeco Instruments to $0.13, down from $0.15, indicating slightly weaker near-term expectations. However, the firm raised its full-year 2026 EPS forecast to $1.10 and projects significantly stronger earnings in 2027, with an EPS of $2.69. This optimistic outlook for 2027 comes despite Veeco missing Q1 earnings estimates and analyst ratings averaging a "Hold" for the stock.
Insider Sell Alert: Dennis St Sells 1,400 Shares of Veeco Instruments Inc (VECO)
Dennis St, a Director at Veeco Instruments Inc (VECO), sold 1,400 shares of the company on May 11, 2026, reducing his total holdings to 61,697 shares. This transaction follows a pattern of 14 insider sells and no insider buys at VECO over the past year. The stock is currently trading at $61.93, with a high price-earnings ratio of 158.58 and a price-to-GF-Value ratio of 2.14, suggesting it is significantly overvalued.
Veeco (VECO) director sells 29,532 shares in open-market trade
Veeco Instruments Inc. director Gordon Hunter sold 29,532 shares of common stock in an open-market transaction on May 12, 2026, at a weighted average price of $59.41 per share, totaling approximately $1.75 million. Following this sale, Hunter directly holds 52,676 Veeco shares. This transaction was reported via a Form 4 SEC filing and is classified as a negative filing sentiment with high impact.
Veeco (NASDAQ: VECO) director trims stake with 1,400-share sale
Veeco Instruments director Thomas St. Dennis sold 1,400 shares of the company's common stock at $61.93 per share on May 11, 2026. After this transaction, he still directly holds 61,697 shares, maintaining a substantial position in the company. The sale was reported in a Form 4 filing and represents an open-market transaction.
VECO SEC Filings - Veeco Instrs Inc Del 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K Forms
This page provides an overview of SEC filings for Veeco Instruments Inc. (VECO), a semiconductor process equipment manufacturer. It details recent filings, including an insider sale by CEO William John Miller, a Rule 144 notice for a proposed share sale, and reports on institutional ownership by Manulife affiliates. The page also lists Veeco's rankings, stock data, and offers links to various financial tools and articles.
CEO At Veeco Instruments Sells $5.96M Of Stock
John William Miller, CEO of Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ: VECO), sold 100,000 shares of the company's stock for a total of $5.955 million, as reported in a recent SEC filing. The company faces a decline in revenue, low gross margin, and below-average EPS, but maintains a balanced debt approach and a strong EV/EBITDA ratio. Insider transactions like this sale offer insights into a company's prospects, though a sale doesn't always indicate a bearish outlook.
32,148 Shares in Veeco Instruments Inc. $VECO Acquired by ABC Arbitrage SA
ABC Arbitrage SA has acquired a new stake of 32,148 shares, valued at approximately $919,000, in Veeco Instruments Inc. The semiconductor company's stock, trading near recent highs, is noted for its high PE ratio of 161.08, and its Q1 EPS and revenue both missed analyst estimates. Despite a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts, there has been significant insider selling from the CEO and a director.
Veeco Instruments (VECO) director awarded 2,945 restricted stock shares
Veeco Instruments (VECO) director Sujeet Chand was awarded 2,945 restricted shares of common stock as compensation for his board services under the company's 2019 Stock Incentive Plan. Following this grant, Chand directly holds 33,079 shares. The restrictions on these shares will lapse on the earlier of the date preceding Veeco's 2027 annual meeting of stockholders or the first anniversary of the award date.
[Form 4] VEECO INSTRUMENTS INC Insider Trading Activity
Veeco Instruments director Lena Nicolaides reported an equity award of 2,945 shares of common stock on May 8, 2026, as restricted stock for her board service. These shares, granted at $0.00 each under the 2019 Stock Incentive Plan, bring her total direct holdings to 25,472 shares. The restricted shares will vest on the earlier of the day before the company's 2027 Annual Meeting or one year from the award date.
Veeco (NASDAQ: VECO) director receives 2,945 restricted stock award
Veeco (NASDAQ: VECO) director Thomas St. Dennis was granted 2,945 restricted shares as compensation for his services, under the company's 2019 Stock Incentive Plan. These shares, valued at $0.00 each, will vest on the earlier of the day before the 2027 annual stockholders' meeting or the first anniversary of the award date. Following this transaction, St. Dennis directly holds 63,097 shares of Veeco common stock.
Veeco (NASDAQ: VECO) director awarded 2,945 restricted shares as board compensation
Veeco Instruments Inc. director Richard A. Damore was granted 2,945 restricted shares of common stock as compensation for his board service under the company's 2019 Stock Incentive Plan. Following this award, Damore directly holds 156,295 shares of common stock. The awarded shares will vest on the earlier of the date immediately preceding the company's 2027 Annual Meeting or the first anniversary of the award date, linking the grant to his continued service.
Veeco Instruments (VECO) director awarded 2,945 restricted shares in equity grant
Veeco Instruments director Keith D. Jackson was granted 2,945 restricted shares of common stock as an equity award for his services, with no cash payment required. This grant, under the company's 2019 Stock Incentive Plan, increases his direct holdings to 86,154 shares. The restrictions on these shares will lapse either before Veeco's 2027 Annual Meeting or on the first anniversary of the award date, aligning his incentives with shareholder interests.
Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ: VECO) director gets restricted stock, donates shares
Veeco Instruments director Mary Jane Raymond reported receiving 2,945 shares of restricted stock under the company's 2019 Stock Incentive Plan as compensation for her services. Concurrently, she gifted 1,000 shares to St. Joseph's University. Following these transactions, her direct ownership in Veeco common stock stands at 29,967 shares, with the restricted shares vesting based on the company's 2027 annual meeting or the award's first anniversary.
Veeco Instruments (VECO) director sells shares and receives restricted stock grant
Veeco Instruments director Gordon Hunter reported both selling 7,746 shares of common stock at a weighted average price of $58.76 per share and receiving an award of 2,945 restricted shares. After these transactions, Hunter directly holds 89,954 shares. The restricted shares, granted under the 2019 Stock Incentive Plan for his directorship services, are subject to vesting conditions based on the company's 2027 annual meeting or the award's first anniversary.
Veeco Instruments (VECO) Margin Compression And Q1 Loss Test Bullish Growth Narratives
Veeco Instruments (VECO) reported a Q1 loss and margin compression, with revenue dropping and trailing 12-month EPS significantly reduced. This performance tests the bullish growth narratives surrounding the company, which anticipate strong future growth fueled by AI, advanced packaging, and compound semiconductors. While there are arguments for both bullish and bearish outlooks based on profitability, growth forecasts, and valuation metrics, the current share price significantly exceeds both the DCF fair value and analyst consensus targets, indicating potential valuation risk.
Veeco (NASDAQ: VECO) SVP reports 32,000 restricted stock units in amendment
Veeco's Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Service, Susan Wilkerson, filed an amended Form 4 to correct the reporting of a prior equity grant. The amendment details an award of 32,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) under the Veeco Instruments 2019 Stock Incentive Plan, which will vest in equal installments over three years. Following this correction, Wilkerson directly holds 78,696.525 shares of common stock and 40,267 unvested RSUs.
[Form 4/A] VEECO INSTRUMENTS INC Amended Insider Trading Activity
Veeco Instruments Chief Technology Officer Peter Porshnev filed an amended Form 4 to correct a prior RSU grant. The amendment reports an award of 32,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) under the Veeco Instruments 2019 Stock Incentive Plan, which vest in three equal annual installments. After the corrections, Porshnev directly holds 163,059.306 shares of common stock and 40,267 unvested RSUs.
Veeco (NASDAQ: VECO) SVP amends Form 4 to correct 32,000 RSU grant
Veeco Instruments Inc. SVP Adrian Devasahayam has filed an amended Form 4 to correct the reporting of a 32,000 restricted stock unit (RSU) grant. The amendment properly reclassifies the grant to the derivative table, updates the total common shares beneficially owned to 100,522.208, and revises the total unvested RSUs to 40,267. These RSUs, granted under the 2019 Stock Incentive Plan, vest in three equal annual installments.
Veeco Instruments shareholders approve all proposals at annual meeting
Shareholders of Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ:VECO) approved all proposals at their 2026 Annual Meeting. Key items included the election of three directors, an amendment to the 2019 Stock Incentive Plan, an advisory vote on executive compensation, and the ratification of KPMG LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm. The approvals reflect broad shareholder support for the company's governance and compensation strategies.
Veeco Instruments shareholders approve all proposals at annual meeting
Shareholders of Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ:VECO) approved all proposals at their 2026 Annual Meeting, including the election of directors, an amendment to the 2019 Stock Incentive Plan, and advisory executive compensation. They also ratified KPMG LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm. This follows a recent Q1 2026 earnings report where the company had mixed results, with revenue slightly below forecasts but with a modest after-hours stock increase.
Veeco (NASDAQ: VECO) investors back directors, pay and plan changes
Veeco Instruments Inc. announced that shareholders approved all proposals at its 2026 Annual Meeting. This included the election of three directors, an amendment to the 2019 Stock Incentive Plan, and the advisory vote on executive compensation. Shareholders also ratified the appointment of KPMG LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm, with strong support for all measures.
VECO (VECO) Form 144 lists 100,000 RSU shares; prior sale by William J. Miller
A Form 144 filing by VECO indicates a proposed sale of 100,000 common stock shares linked to Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) granted on October 6, 2021. The filing also reveals a prior sale by William J. Miller of 50,000 common shares on March 3, 2026, for over $1.5 million. The document was filed through Wells Fargo Clearing Services and lists Nasdaq as the exchange.
Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ:VECO) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ:VECO) discussed its Q1 2026 earnings, reporting $158 million in revenue and $0.14 non-GAAP diluted EPS, falling below expectations. The company highlighted significant opportunities driven by AI and high-performance computing, particularly in indium phosphide lasers for optical networking. Veeco also announced over $250 million in new orders for its MOCVD, wet processing, and Ion Beam Deposition tools, with deliveries ramping up significantly in 2027.
Earnings Flash (VECO) Veeco Instruments Inc. Reports Q1 Revenue $158.3M, Vs. FactSet Est of $160.1M
Veeco Instruments Inc. reported its first-quarter revenue, reaching $158.3 million. This figure came in below the FactSet estimate, which had projected revenues of $160.1 million. The announcement provides key financial data for investors and analysts following the company.
FMR LLC reports 9.07M-share stake in Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ: VECO)
FMR LLC has filed an amended Schedule 13G/A, disclosing a beneficial ownership of 9,072,438.67 shares, or 15.0%, of Veeco Instruments (NASDAQ: VECO) Common Stock. The filing indicates that FMR LLC holds sole dispositive power over all these shares and sole voting power over 9,041,058.95 shares. This amendment updates previous disclosures regarding their passive investment in the company.
Veeco Instruments Surges 16.8% Amid Sector-Wide Rally
Veeco Instruments' stock surged 16.8% to close at $57.86 on Wednesday, joining a broad rally among semiconductor equipment manufacturers. This move reflects a renewed investor interest in the sector, with other companies like ACLS and PLAB also experiencing gains. The significant volume of 2.1 million shares traded suggests a thematic shift in investor positioning towards the semiconductor capital equipment space.
Veeco Instruments stock hits 52-week high at 62.25 USD
Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ: VECO) reached a 52-week high of $62.25, with shares currently trading at $63.71, marking a 162.26% increase over the past year. Despite a high P/E ratio suggesting overvaluation by InvestingPro Fair Value, the surge reflects strong investor confidence. The company recently reported mixed Q1 2026 earnings, with revenue and EPS falling short of forecasts, yet the stock saw a modest after-hours increase.
VECO Stock Slides As Massive AI Orders Reshape The Chart
Veeco Instruments Inc. (VECO) saw its stock slide despite securing over $250 million in new AI-related orders, which offer strong long-term revenue visibility. While the company reaffirmed its 2026 EPS and revenue guidance, a Q1 earnings miss and soft Q2 EPS guidance led to profit-taking and volatility. The stock's performance highlights a "tug-of-war" between promising future growth driven by AI infrastructure demand and near-term financial underperformance.
VECO Stock Jumps As Massive AI Orders Lock In Future Growth
Veeco Instruments Inc. (VECO) saw its stock jump by 20.99% due to significant new orders exceeding $250 million for AI and high-performance computing equipment, indicating strong future demand tied to silicon photonics and indium phosphide lasers for hyperscale data centers. Despite missing Q1 EPS and revenue and guiding Q2 EPS below Street expectations, the company reaffirmed its 2026 outlook, which aligns with or tops consensus, signaling confidence in longer-term growth driven by these new AI-related contracts. Traders are focusing on the company's solid balance sheet and the potential for these future orders to translate into higher-margin revenue, even as short-term financial figures show some margin pressure.
Why Veeco Instruments Shares Are Trading Higher By 21%; Here Are 20 Stocks Moving Premarket
Veeco Instruments shares surged 21.1% in pre-market trading despite missing analyst estimates for Q1 earnings and sales. The company reported earnings of 14 cents per share against an estimated 23 cents and sales of $158.341 million versus an estimated $162.672 million, but affirmed its FY26 sales guidance with its midpoint above estimates. The article also lists other stocks experiencing significant pre-market movements.
What Veeco Instruments (VECO)'s Q1 Loss and US$250 Million AI Laser Orders Mean For Shareholders
Veeco Instruments reported a Q1 2026 net loss of US$0.324 million, a swing from a profit the previous year, despite sales of US$158.34 million. Concurrently, the company announced over US$250 million in new orders for Indium Phosphide laser manufacturing equipment, signaling strong demand from AI-driven silicon photonics and hyperscale data centers. This significant order is seen as a key near-term catalyst that could reinforce Veeco's AI-focused investment narrative, though investor concerns persist regarding customer concentration and integration challenges related to the Axcelis merger.
Veeco: Q1 Earnings Snapshot
Veeco Instruments Inc. (VECO) reported a first-quarter loss of $324,000, translating to a loss of 1 cent per share, or an adjusted earnings of 14 cents per share. The company posted revenue of $158.3 million for the quarter. Looking ahead, Veeco forecasts second-quarter earnings between 20 to 32 cents per share and full-year earnings of $1.50 to $1.85 per share, with projected revenues of $170 million to $190 million for Q2 and $740 million to $800 million for the full fiscal year.
Veeco: Q1 Earnings Snapshot
Veeco Instruments Inc. (VECO) reported a first-quarter loss of $324,000, or 1 cent per share, with adjusted earnings of 14 cents per share and revenue of $158.3 million. The company expects second-quarter earnings between 20 to 32 cents per share on revenue of $170 million to $190 million. For the full year, Veeco projects earnings in the range of $1.50 to $1.85 per share and revenue between $740 million and $800 million.
AI demand and Axcelis deal shape Veeco (VECO) 2026 outlook
Veeco Instruments Inc. reported a Q1 2026 GAAP net loss of $0.3 million on revenues of $158.3 million, down from Q1 2025, but emphasized strong demand from AI and high-performance computing markets. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance, projecting net sales between $740 million and $800 million and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $1.50–$1.85, driven by a "transformational" industry period and momentum in silicon photonics. Merger-related expenses of $2.0 million contributed to the GAAP loss, but management remains optimistic about long-term growth.
Veeco (NASDAQ: VECO) posts Q1 2026 loss amid China slump and Axcelis merger progress
Veeco (NASDAQ: VECO) reported a net loss of $0.3 million in Q1 2026, a significant drop from an $11.9 million profit in the prior year, primarily due to a 5% decline in net sales to $158.3 million and a 72% decrease in China sales. Despite the overall loss, the company saw strong growth in other Asia-Pacific regions, particularly Taiwan and Japan, and experienced increased demand in Compound Semiconductor and Data Storage markets driven by AI and data center needs. The all-stock merger with Axcelis Technologies has secured shareholder approvals and is nearing completion, awaiting Chinese regulatory clearance, with an expected close in the second half of 2026.
Veeco Announces $250 Million+ in Equipment Orders for Manufacturing Indium Phosphide Lasers
Veeco Instruments Inc. has announced orders exceeding $250 million for its Spector®, Lumina®, and Wet Processing Systems. These orders, from multiple customers, are for manufacturing Indium Phosphide (InP) lasers used in silicon photonics and optical transceivers for hyperscale data centers. The company highlights its differentiated portfolio as key to enabling high-volume InP laser production to address potential bottlenecks in AI infrastructure scaling.
Veeco faces earnings test as $4.4B merger approval looms
Veeco Instruments Inc. is set to report its first-quarter results, with analysts expecting 27 cents per share on $162.1 million in revenue. Investors are keenly watching for revenue stabilization and updates on its pending $4.4 billion merger with Axcelis Technologies, which requires critical approvals, particularly from China. The company's performance will also be assessed against AI-driven tailwinds versus broader cyclical headwinds in the semiconductor market.
Understanding the Setup: (VECO) and Scalable Risk
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Veeco Instruments Inc expected to post earnings of 23 cents a share - Earnings Preview
Veeco Instruments Inc (VECO) is projected to report earnings of 23 cents per share. This information comes from a Refinitiv earnings preview. The full article is a brief news update.
Vanguard Capital Management (NYSE: VECO) holds 3.09M shares, 5.12%
Vanguard Capital Management reported a passive investment of 3.09 million shares, representing 5.12% of Veeco Instruments Inc.'s common stock, as of March 31, 2026. This Schedule 13G filing indicates that Vanguard holds sole dispositive power over all these shares and sole voting power over a subset of 449,632 shares. The filing underscores a significant, but non-influential, ownership stake by the asset manager.
Axcelis (VECO) internal update details proposed merger milestones
Axcelis provided an internal update to its staff regarding the proposed merger with Veeco, highlighting that key procedural milestones have been met, including the Form S-4 registration statement being declared effective and the joint proxy statement/prospectus being filed and mailed on December 31, 2025. The company expects the merger to close in the second half of 2026, with regulatory approval from China still pending, and emphasized ongoing integration team efforts and new corporate identity development. The communication also reiterated important cautionary language about forward-looking statements and directed stakeholders to official SEC filings for complete information.
