Why is ACLS Down Today?

ACLS
$105.39
▼ -2.09% ($-2.20)
Last updated: Nov 10, 2026 8:30 PM ET (672 min ago)

About Axcelis Technologies Inc

Axcelis Technologies Inc designs, manufactures, and services ion implantation and other processing equipment used in the fabrication of semiconductor chips. In addition to equipment, the company provides aftermarket lifecycle products and services, including used tools, spare parts, equipment upgrad...

Sector: SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY, NEC
Market Cap: $2.98B
Forward P/E: 17.0
52-Week Range: $73.60 - $193.78
Employees: 1,524

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY, NEC sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY, NEC sector is down 1.6% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.8x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY, NEC sector: -1.7%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY, NEC stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

ACLS is underperforming the market (-1.7% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
-0.37%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
-0.68%
ACLS
This Stock
-2.09%
vs S&P 500: -1.72%
vs Nasdaq: -1.41%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, ACLS is expected to trade between:
$102.23 - $107.50

Key Level to Watch

$100.12 support
Watch for breakdown below $105.39

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Last updated: Nov 10, 2026 8:30 PM (672 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
1.09
Put/Call Ratio
87.5%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 954
Put Volume: 1,036
Total: 1,990

Historical Context

ACLS has moved more than 3.0% down on 55 occasions in the past year.

52.7%
Continuation Rate
29/55 times continued down
-0.21%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Nov 04, 2026 (-5.4%) → Next day: -2.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is ACLS stock down today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY, NEC sector is down 1.6% on average.

Is ACLS stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, ACLS shows 65% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the ACLS stock price target?

ACLS is currently trading at $105.39. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $102.23 - $107.50. See long-term price prediction →

Will ACLS stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that ACLS's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $100.12 (support).

Is ACLS stock oversold or overbought?

ACLS's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 47.7. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for ACLS stock?

ACLS's 10-day momentum indicator is at -6.85. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is ACLS outperforming or underperforming the market?

ACLS (-2.09%) is currently underperforming the market (-1.7% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is down -0.37%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is down -0.68%.

What does MACD indicate for ACLS?

ACLS's MACD (-5.7) is currently above the signal line (-5.93), indicating a bullish trend. This technical signal suggests buying pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 27.9) is strong.

Is ACLS in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, ACLS is in a mixed/transitional trend. The price and moving averages are not clearly aligned, suggesting a potential trend change or consolidation phase. 20-day SMA: $106.55, 50-day SMA: $115.29.

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