Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: Applied Materials, Inc.
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Report Date: February 12, 2026
Reporting Period: First quarter ended January 25, 2026
This filing announces the financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. The detailed results are contained in a press release attached as Exhibit 99.1, which is furnished but not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
Key Financial Metrics
The provided text serves as a cover report and does not contain specific numerical data. The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are referenced as being available in the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
Material Changes
No material changes versus the prior comparable period are detailed in the text of this Form 8-K. The document solely confirms the announcement of the results without summarizing the specific variances or trends.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not include management commentary, forward-looking guidance, specific risks, contingencies, or unusual items. Such information is expected to be found in the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1).
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release) for actual revenue, net income, and earnings per share figures.
- Verify the specific quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year growth rates in the attached press release.
- Check the press release for updated full-year guidance and management's outlook on the semiconductor equipment market.
- Confirm any segment-specific performance details (e.g., Semiconductor Systems, Applied Global Services) not listed in this summary.