Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI) Stock Score, Valuation & Financial Research
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. is in the Technology sector and Communication Equipment industry. It is reviewed using Wall Street Score's company-strength, valuation, growth and financial-health framework. The current Wall Street Score is 28/100.
Quick answer for AAOI
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. currently has a Wall Street Score of 28/100. The stored market price is $103.29. Its financial score is 25/100. Its valuation score is 0/100. These figures are a research snapshot, not a buy or sell recommendation.
What Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. does
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI) is a global technology firm specializing in the creation, production, and distribution of fiber-optic networking solutions. Its extensive product catalog features optical modules, a range of laser components, subassemblies, transceivers, and complete turn-key systems. The company also supplies critical infrastructure hardware such as headend, node, and distribution equipment. AAOI caters to a varied clientele, including internet data center operators, manufacturers of cable television and telecommunications equipment, and internet service providers, utilizing both direct and partner-based sales channels. Founded in 1997, Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
AAOI financial snapshot
- Wall Street Score:
- 28/100
- Current price:
- $103.29
- Market capitalization:
- $8.29B
- Revenue:
- $596.0M
- Net income:
- $-57.0M
- Free cash flow:
- $-353.6M
- Cash:
- $499.7M
- Total debt:
- $264.5M
- EPS:
- -0.78
- Financial score:
- 25/100
- Valuation score:
- 0/100
- Revenue score:
- 41/100
What stands out
- Reported year-over-year revenue growth is +0.3%.
- Free cash flow is $-353.6M, showing cash burn in the current stored period.
- The balance sheet shows $499.7M of cash versus $264.5M of total debt, leaving more cash than debt.
What the numbers mean
Its current valuation score is 0/100, which Wall Street Score classifies as weak within the model's valuation framework.
The financial score is 25/100. This is a starting point for reviewing liquidity, leverage and cash-flow strength rather than a stand-alone recommendation.
A strong company and an attractive stock price are not always the same thing. Revenue, earnings, free cash flow, debt, management quality, competitive advantage and valuation should be considered together. Wall Street Score organizes these inputs into a consistent research framework so investors can identify what deserves deeper review.
Data freshness: Financial data last refreshed 2026-09-08.
How to research AAOI
Start by understanding how the company makes money. Then compare revenue and earnings trends, cash generation, debt, liquidity and valuation. Review the company's latest filings and earnings reports before acting on any score or model estimate.
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