KLIC SVP Wong Nelson Munpun Sells $1.7M of Stock

Wong Nelson Munpun, a Senior Vice President at Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (NasdaqGS: KLIC), sold 15,000 shares of the company on June 12, 2026. The shares were sold at an average price of $113.72, amounting to a total transaction value of approximately $1.71 million. This sale was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Insider Buying and Selling at Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc.

Wong's recent sale wasn't the only insider activity at Kulicke and Soffa. On June 11, 2026, another insider, Peter Kong, sold 1,551 shares at $110 each. Earlier, on May 20, 2026, Yeo Mui Sung sold 20,000 shares at $100 each. Additionally, Lim Zi Yao, the General Counsel, sold 1,500 shares at $102.98 on May 11, 2026. In contrast, Gregory Milzcik and Denise Dignam each bought 675 shares on April 6, 2026.

Other Institutional Activity in Kulicke and Soffa

Institutional investors also made moves with Kulicke and Soffa stock. BlackRock, Inc. added 204,225 shares, bringing its total to 8,707,901 shares valued at approximately $572.3 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC initiated a position with 2,487,256 shares worth about $163.5 million. State Street Corp increased its stake by 9,893 shares, totaling 2,019,526 shares valued at $133.1 million. Meanwhile, Point72 Asset Management, L.P. boosted its holdings by 579,313 shares to 1,969,464 shares, valued at $129.4 million. Conversely, The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company reduced its position by 585,663 shares, now holding 1,559,155 shares worth about $102.5 million.

Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. Stock Up 45.8%

Shares of Kulicke and Soffa traded near $114.57. The company has a market cap of approximately $5.92 billion, with a P/E ratio of 109.83 and a forward P/E of 26.70. Its beta is 1.689, indicating higher volatility than the market. Over the past year, the stock has ranged from a low of $31.32 to a high of $115.27, with a 50-day moving average of $92.85 and a 200-day moving average of $61.19. The company maintains strong liquidity ratios, with a current ratio of 4.21 and a quick ratio of 3.18.

Recent Earnings

In its latest quarter, Kulicke and Soffa reported revenue of $768.2 million, reflecting a growth rate of 49.8%. The net margin stood at 7.16%, and the return on equity was 6.39%. Earnings per share were $1.03. The company is scheduled to release its next earnings report on August 6, 2026.

Dividend

Kulicke and Soffa pays an annual dividend of $0.82 per share, yielding 0.73%. The dividend payout ratio is 79.3%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 7, 2026, Needham maintained its "buy" rating on Kulicke and Soffa, setting a price target of $105. The consensus among analysts is a "buy" rating, with an average price target of $100 based on three analyst opinions.

About Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc.

Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. is a technology company that designs and sells equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing. The company operates through segments like Ball Bonding Equipment and Advanced Solutions, providing tools for assembling semiconductor devices such as integrated circuits and LEDs. Headquartered in Singapore, it serves clients worldwide, including in the U.S. and Asia. The company employs about 2,551 people and is led by CEO Lester A. Wong.

Bottom Line

The recent insider sale by Senior VP Wong Nelson Munpun is a notable transaction for Kulicke and Soffa Industries. Investors keep a close eye on such moves, though they don't necessarily indicate future stock performance. Institutional activity shows varied interest, with some funds increasing and others reducing their positions. Remember, insider sales and 13F filings are backward-looking and may not reflect current positions.