Earnings Estimates Moving Higher for MKS (MKSI): Time to Buy?

MKS Instruments (MKSI) has received positive analyst attention with earnings estimates revised significantly higher. The company, which makes analysis and processing equipment for semiconductor manufacturers, earned a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating based on strong consensus estimate improvements for both the current quarter and full year. The stock has gained 5.5% over the past four weeks as investors respond to the improving earnings outlook.