Vicor Corporation
VICR
$306.12
-7.37%
Vicor Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets modular power components and complete power systems for converting electrical power, operating within the Technology Hardware, Equipment & Parts industry. The company is a niche technology leader, specializing in high-performance, high-density power conversion solutions that are critical for demanding applications like artificial intelligence (AI) data centers and advanced computing. The current investor narrative is overwhelmingly focused on its role as a key enabler of AI infrastructure, with recent news highlighting a powerful surge in its stock price driven by booming AI data center spending and significant institutional bets on its specialized power technology, positioning it as a high-growth, high-volatility play on the AI build-out.…
VICR
Vicor Corporation
$306.12
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VICR 12-Month Price Forecast
Wall Street consensus
Most Wall Street analysts maintain a constructive view on Vicor Corporation's 12-month outlook, with a consensus price target around $397.96 and implied upside of +30.0% versus the current price.
Average Target
$397.96
2 analysts
Implied Upside
+30.0%
vs. current price
Analyst Count
2
covering this stock
Price Range
$245 - $398
Analyst target range
Analyst coverage for Vicor is limited, with only two analysts providing estimates, indicating it is a smaller-cap stock with less institutional scrutiny which can lead to higher volatility. The consensus sentiment, based on recent institutional ratings, appears cautiously optimistic with a recent upgrade from Needham from Hold to Buy in October 2025, though other firms have maintained Hold ratings. The average estimated EPS for the forward period is $6.64, with a tight range between $6.34 and $6.88. The tight range in EPS estimates ($6.34 to $6.88) suggests analysts have relatively aligned views on near-term profitability, but the minimal number of covering analysts limits the strength of any consensus signal. The high target price implied by a forward P/E of 60.33x reflects expectations for sustained high growth and margin performance, particularly in AI-related segments. The low end of the EPS range likely factors in potential cyclicality or execution risks. The recent major stock price surge of over 200% noted in news headlines may outpace analyst model updates, creating a gap between market price action and formal targets.
VICR Technical Analysis
The stock is in a powerful, sustained uptrend, having appreciated a staggering 682.9% over the past year. As of the current price of $334.84, it is trading at approximately 92% of its 52-week high of $361.89, indicating it is near the peak of its recent range and signaling strong momentum but also potential overextension. The 1-month gain of 30.4% and 3-month gain of 66.3% show that momentum has accelerated sharply in the short term, far outpacing the S&P 500's respective gains of 6.31% and 10.28%, confirming a powerful bullish trend with significant relative strength. Recent momentum is exceptionally strong but also volatile, with the 1-month return of 30.4% significantly outpacing the already robust 3-month return of 66.3%, indicating a parabolic acceleration. This divergence from the broader market's more modest gains, coupled with a beta of 2.34, suggests the stock is experiencing speculative, momentum-driven trading with amplified moves. The price action shows extreme volatility, with a recent drawdown of -32.01% from a peak, underscoring the high-risk, high-reward nature of the current trend. Key technical levels are clearly defined, with immediate resistance at the 52-week high of $361.89 and support near the 52-week low of $41.76, though the stock is trading far closer to the former. A breakout above $361.89 would signal a continuation of the explosive uptrend, while a breakdown below key short-term support levels could trigger a sharp correction given the stock's elevated volatility. The beta of 2.34 confirms the stock is more than twice as volatile as the broader market, which is critical for risk management as it implies outsized moves in both directions.
Beta
2.34
2.34x market volatility
Max Drawdown
-32.0%
Largest decline past year
52-Week Range
$42-$362
Price range past year
Annual Return
+592.7%
Cumulative gain past year
| Period | VICR Return | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1m | +15.1% | +4.6% |
| 3m | +88.2% | +12.6% |
| 6m | +216.1% | +10.4% |
| 1y | +592.7% | +27.0% |
| ytd | +162.0% | +11.0% |
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VICR Fundamental Analysis
Revenue growth has been robust but volatile on a quarterly basis. The most recent Q4 2025 revenue was $107.3 million, representing an 11.5% year-over-year increase. However, this follows a stronger Q2 2025 where revenue hit $141.0 million, indicating potential lumpiness in demand. The Advanced Products segment, at $62.6 million, was the larger contributor in the latest period compared to Brick Products at $44.6 million, suggesting high-performance solutions are driving the top line. The growth trajectory is positive but appears to be decelerating from the peak seen in mid-2025, which investors will monitor closely given the stock's premium valuation. Profitability has improved dramatically from a year ago, with the company reporting net income of $46.5 million and a net margin of 43.4% in Q4 2025, a significant recovery from a net loss of -$14.5 million in Q1 2024. The gross margin for the quarter was a healthy 55.4%, and the trailing twelve-month net margin stands at 29.1%. This swing to substantial profitability, driven by operational leverage and a favorable product mix, is a core part of the bullish thesis, though margins can be volatile as seen in the operating margin of just 9.0% for the same quarter. The balance sheet is exceptionally strong, with a debt-to-equity ratio of just 0.018, indicating virtually no financial leverage. Liquidity is robust, evidenced by a current ratio of 8.99. The company generated $119.2 million in trailing twelve-month free cash flow, providing ample internal funding for growth and innovation. A return on equity (ROE) of 16.7% demonstrates efficient use of shareholder capital. This pristine financial health, characterized by high cash generation and no debt, significantly de-risks the investment case despite the stock's high volatility.
Quarterly Revenue
$107264000.0B
2025-12
Revenue YoY Growth
+0.11%
YoY Comparison
Gross Margin
+0.55%
Latest Quarter
Free Cash Flow
$119230000.0B
Last 12 Months
Revenue & Net Income Trends (2 Years)
Revenue Breakdown
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Valuation Analysis: Is VICR Overvalued?
Given the company's positive net income, the primary valuation metric is the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio. Vicor's trailing P/E ratio is 41.35x, while its forward P/E is significantly higher at 60.33x based on analyst estimates. This substantial gap suggests the market is pricing in expectations for a near-term decline in earnings, likely due to anticipated investments or normalization from recent extraordinary profitability, making forward earnings appear more expensive. Compared to industry averages, Vicor trades at a significant premium. Its trailing P/E of 41.35x and Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio of 12.03x are elevated for the hardware sector, which typically features lower multiples. This premium is likely justified by investors betting on its unique positioning in the high-growth AI power delivery market and its recent explosive profitability, but it also introduces substantial valuation risk if growth expectations are not met. Historically, the stock's valuation has expanded dramatically alongside its price surge. The current trailing P/E of 41.35x is near the upper end of its observable historical range, which has seen wide swings. For instance, the P/E ratio was as low as 12.46x in Q2 2025 and as high as 208.28x in Q1 2025. Trading near historical highs suggests the market is pricing in a near-perfect execution of its AI-driven growth story, leaving little room for operational missteps.
PE
41.4x
Latest Quarter
vs. Historical
Mid-Range
5-Year PE Range -272x~370x
vs. Industry Avg
N/A
Industry PE ~N/A*
EV/EBITDA
39.1x
Enterprise Value Multiple

