Disclosures

Entegris

I, Mike Crawford , certify that this report reflects my personal beliefs about this company and that no portion of my compensation was, is or will be directly or indirectly related to the specific recommendations or views discussed in this report.

Disclosure

  • B. Riley & Co., LLC does and seeks to do business with companies covered in its research reports.
  • A portion of this analyst’s compensation is based on the sales, trading and investment banking activities of B. Riley & Co., LLC.
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Disclosure Chart

Ratings Distribution as of May 17, 2012 % with Investment Banking Relationships
Rating Number of Companies Percent of Total Rating Number of Companies Percent of Total
Buy 112 73.7% Buy 13 100.0%
Neutral 37 24.3% Neutral 0 0.0%
Sell 3 2.0% Sell 0 0.0%
Total 152 100% Total 13 100%

Explanation of B. Riley & Co. LLC's Rating System

  • Buy: We generally expect "Buy" rated stocks to materially outperform both the S&P 500 and Russell 2000 as well as other stocks in their sector. Further, we believe that the potential reward relative to the potential risk is particularly attractive.
  • Neutral: We generally believe "Neutral" rated stocks will perform roughly in line with the S&P 500 and Russell 2000 over the intermediate and long term.
  • Sell: We generally expect "Sell" rated stocks to materially underperform both the S&P 500 and Russell 2000 as well as other stocks in their sector. Further, we believe that the potential reward relative to the potential risk is particularly unattractive.

Risks and Considerations

  • Competition - The industry is highly competitive and many of the Company's competitors have greater resources.
  • Economy - Macro-economic issues such as increasing oil and gas prices and a possible drop in consumer spending could have a negative impact on the Company's business.
  • General Industry - The Company could miss our estimates and/or their financial guidance.
  • Sales Cycle - The Company's sales cycle could lengthen beyond what is normal.
  • Further Potential Risks - See the Company's SEC filings, particularly its 10-K filing, for a discussion of further potential risks.

Additional Risks and Considerations

     Cyclical Nature of Semiconductor Industry - The semiconductor industry has historically been highly cyclical and industry downturns reduce net sales and profits. The semiconductor industry is subject to rapid demand shifts, which are difficult to predict.  As a result, ENTG's inability to meet demand in response to these rapid shifts may cause a reduction in market share.