Data I/O

DAIO · NASDAQ

$2.58+$0.06 (+2.38%)TodayMarket closed · Oct 20, 5:46 PM ET

Prev close $2.52

DAIO analyst rating

BuyConsensus of 1 analyst over the last 12 months. 100% rate it a buy.

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12-month price target · 5 analysts

Average $5.68 (+120.3% upside)

Low: $5.27
Now: $2.58
High: $6.30

Upgrades and downgrades

The latest rating actions, newest first

DAIO analyst upgrades, downgrades and rating actions
Firm	Date	Action	Rating	Price target	Hit rate
WestPark Capital	Oct 31, 2025	Maintains	Buy	$5.22	31%

The case for and against

Updated Jan 12, 2026

Bull case

Data I/O Corp is positioned for considerable growth with the integration of SentriX for security, which is expected to drive double-digit revenue increases and enhance both gross and operating margins. The company's recent first-quarter revenue growth indicates a favorable industry environment, suggesting potential for value creation for shareholders. Despite facing one-time costs related to a cybersecurity audit and CFO transition, core operations demonstrated improved margins, emphasizing the company's operational strength moving forward.

Bear case

Data I/O's financial performance in the third quarter indicated a decline from the previous quarter, with revenues dropping to $5.9 million and an incurred earnings per share (EPS) loss of ($0.08). The company is facing potential headwinds due to adverse economic and market conditions that may result in decreased customer spending, thereby negatively influencing its revenue streams. In addition, despite some anticipated recovery in revenue in 2025, the company is still projecting small EPS losses and increased operating expenses, which may further strain its financial outlook.

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