KLA Corporation KLAC NASDAQ

KLA Corporation (KLAC) has shown strong revenue growth over the past 3 years, expanding from $9.2B to $12.2B (average +10.4%/yr). Net income reached $4.1B, reflecting solid earnings growth at +10.2%/yr on average. The net profit margin is 33.4%, which is exceptional. The company has maintained profitability in all 4 of the past 4 years, demonstrating a consistent earnings track record. The gross margin is 62.3% (high), with a +1.3pp trend over the period. With a $236B market cap and MOAT composite score of 86/100, the company has a strong competitive position.

Criteria proven by this page:

• GROWTH (80/100, Pass) — proving strong growth momentum
• PAST (100/100, Pass) — proving consistent earnings. Looking at the full 40-year history, the company was profitable in 37 of 40 years — an excellent long-term track record
• INCOME (100/100, Pass) — proves strong profitability and pricing power
• MOAT (86/100, Pass) — strong gross margins and market scale prove a durable competitive advantage

Overall SharesGrow Score: 76/100 with 5/7 criteria passed.