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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#176
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Electronic Equipment
$2.2B
Patrizio Vinciarelli
Vicor Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets modular power components and power systems for converting electrical power. The company offers a range of brick-format DC-DC converters; complementary components; and input and output voltage, and output power products. Vicor was incorporated in 1981 and is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.
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| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$VICR VICOR CORP | 68 | 71 | 70 | 92 | 90.8x | 106.1x | 13.3% | 11.8% | 54.8% | 14.2% | 17.5% | 28.6% | 0.0% | 13.0x | $2.2B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
VICOR CORP (VICR) receives a "Buy" rating with a composite score of 67.5/100. It ranks #176 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 4-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Headcount
1.1K
HQ Base
ANDOVER, Massachusetts
Outperforming peers — winners tend to keep winning over 3-12 months
Trading at a discount to fundamentals — favorable entry valuation
High profitability & efficiency — strong quality floor supports entry
Average volatility — neutral timing signal
Aggressive spending — empire-building risk, dilutive growth
Top-rated overall — multiple factors aligned for strong entry
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
Projection based on user-defined inputs. Re-calculated daily against current market data.
Reverse DCF Framework — Mauboussin Methodology
Institutional-grade Reverse DCF analysis. This model identifies the growth hurdles embedded in current market prices. When implied growth is significantly lower than historical or projected rates, a margin of safety may exist. Re-audited daily.
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View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 71 | 82 | -11DRAG |
| MOMENTUM | 92 | 96 | -4NEUTRAL |
| VALUATION | 70 | 71 | -1NEUTRAL |
| INVESTMENT | 26 | 24 | +2NEUTRAL |
| STABILITY | 41 | 31 | +10ALPHA |
| SHORT INT | 67 | 79 | -12DRAG |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROE proxy 13.3% (sector -1.9%)
GM 55% vs sector 44%, OM 14% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover N/A, R&D intensity 16.8%
Rev growth 29%, 10yr history
Interest coverage N/A, Net debt/EBITDA -17.3x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
Profit generated per dollar of shareholder equity
Efficiency of asset utilization
Pricing power and cost efficiency
Core business profitability
Bottom-line profitability
The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate VICOR CORP (VICR) as a Buy with a composite score of 67.5/100 at a current price of $191.54. The stock scores above average across the majority of our quantitative factors and ranks #176, reflecting a favorable risk-reward profile.
VICOR CORP holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 67.5/100 places it at rank #176 in our full universe.
The near-term outlook is constructive, with revenue growing at 29% and momentum in the 92th percentile confirming positive market sentiment. The combination of strong top-line growth and favorable price dynamics suggests the company is executing well on its growth strategy.
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Gross margins of 55% signal strong pricing power.
Value factor score of 70 suggests attractive pricing.
Positive momentum indicates institutional accumulation.
Elevated P/E ratio of 90.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
VICOR CORP represents a buy based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
VICOR CORP receives a Buy rating with a composite score of 67.5/100 and 4 out of 5 stars, ranking #176 of 7,333 stocks in our universe. VICR displays a favorable combination of factors that positions it above the majority of the market. While not without risk, the quantitative profile supports a constructive outlook.
VICR earns a quality score of 71/100, indicating above-average business quality. The company reports a return on equity of 13.3% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 54.8% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of 17.5% (sector avg: 1.0%). Companies in this tier generally demonstrate consistent profitability and efficient capital deployment, though they may face some competitive pressure.
VICR carries a solid value score of 70/100, pointing to an attractively priced stock relative to peers. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 90.79x, an EV/EBITDA of 106.13x, a P/B ratio of 12.04x. This score suggests reasonable compensation for the risks involved, with potential upside if the market recognizes the stock's underlying worth.
VICOR CORP's investment score of 26/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of 28.6% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of 11.8% (sector: 0.9%). While this can be positive for mature, cash-generative businesses returning capital to shareholders, it may also signal a lack of growth opportunities or management conservatism.
VICOR CORP (VICR) is exhibiting exceptional momentum with a score of 92/100, placing it among the strongest trending stocks in the market. Revenue growth stands at 28.6% year-over-year, while a beta of 1.69 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Stocks with momentum scores this high have historically outperformed over the following 3–12 months, suggesting VICR may continue to benefit from strong institutional interest and positive price trends.
VICR's stability score of 41/100 signals elevated volatility and/or leverage concerns. Key stability metrics include a beta of 1.69 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 13.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). Investors should be prepared for wider-than-average price swings and consider position sizing accordingly to manage portfolio risk.
VICR carries a short interest score of 67/100, indicating moderate short selling activity. This is a neutral reading — not enough to signal systemic bearishness, but worth monitoring. Specific risk factors include high market sensitivity (beta: 1.69), elevated leverage (D/E: 13.00x). At $2.2B market cap (mid-cap), VICOR CORP offers reasonable institutional liquidity.
VICOR CORP is a mid-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #176 of 7,333 overall (98th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 13.3% exceeding the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of 14.2% above the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
Quant Factor Profile
Key factor gap
Momentum (92) vs Investment (26) — closing this gap could shift the rating.
EV/EBITDA 826% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 798% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 24% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
Ashford Capital Management increased its stake in Vicor by 128,664 shares worth $10.94 million in Q4 2025, bringing its total position to $38.78 million (4.32% of assets). The investment comes as Vicor stock has surged 213% over the past year, driven by strong Q3 results showing 18.5% revenue growth and 57.5% gross margins. The fund's confidence suggests belief in structural demand for Vicor's high-performance power conversion technology in AI and data center infrastructure.
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