Why is COHU Up Today?

COHU
$70.11
▲ +2.89% (+$2.03)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 8:36 PM ET

About Cohu Inc

Cohu Inc is a supplier of semiconductor test and inspection handlers, micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) test modules, test contactors, and thermal sub-systems used by semiconductor manufacturers and test subcontractors. The company's products include Semiconductor ATE (Automated Test Equipment)...

Sector: INSTRUMENTS FOR MEAS & TESTING OF ELECTRICITY & ELEC SIGNALS
Market Cap: $953.24M
Forward P/E: 34.8
52-Week Range: $18.67 - $74.60
Employees: 3,024

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

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

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 INSTRUMENTS FOR MEAS & TESTING OF ELECTRICITY & ELEC SIGNALS sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The INSTRUMENTS FOR MEAS & TESTING OF ELECTRICITY & ELEC SIGNALS sector is up 1.6% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.7x average volume

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

📍 Sector Context

INSTRUMENTS FOR MEAS & TESTING OF ELECTRICITY & ELEC SIGNALS sector: +1.6%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most INSTRUMENTS FOR MEAS & TESTING OF ELECTRICITY & ELEC SIGNALS stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

COHU is significantly outperforming the market (+2.7% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
COHU
This Stock
+2.89%
vs S&P 500: +2.71%
vs Nasdaq: +2.58%

📊 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, COHU is expected to trade between:
$68.71 - $72.21

Key Level to Watch

$73.62 resistance
Watch for continuation above $70.11

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 8:36 PM (-66 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
0.84
Put/Call Ratio
99.0%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 6,377
Put Volume: 5,357
Total: 11,734
Unusual Activity: $45 PUT (1,263 vol) $45 PUT (1,257 vol) $45 PUT (1,255 vol)

Historical Context

COHU has moved more than 3.0% up on 68 occasions in the past year.

60.3%
Continuation Rate
41/68 times continued up
+0.9%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar up moves
Last similar move: Sep 30, 2026 (3.3%) → Next day: +2.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is COHU stock up today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The INSTRUMENTS FOR MEAS & TESTING OF ELECTRICITY & ELEC SIGNALS sector is up 1.6% on average.

Is COHU stock a buy or sell right now?

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

What is the COHU stock price target?

COHU is currently trading at $70.11. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $68.71 - $72.21. See long-term price prediction →

Will COHU stock continue rising?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that COHU's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $73.62 (resistance).

Is COHU stock oversold or overbought?

COHU's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 69.9. This shows bullish momentum - the stock has positive momentum but isn't overextended yet.

What is the momentum for COHU stock?

COHU's 10-day momentum indicator is at 15.34. Strong bullish momentum - the stock is gaining significant upward force. This often precedes continued gains.

Is COHU outperforming or underperforming the market?

COHU (+2.89%) is currently significantly outperforming the market (+2.7% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for COHU?

COHU's MACD (4.2) is currently above the signal line (2.83), indicating a bullish trend. This technical signal suggests buying pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 23.5) is moderate.

Is COHU in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, COHU is in a bullish trend. The price ($70.11) is trading above both the 20-day SMA ($58.65) and 50-day SMA ($54.21). This alignment typically indicates sustained upward momentum.

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