QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol QCOM
  • Rev/Share 39.6126
  • Book/Share 24.9167
  • PB 6.7906
  • Debt/Equity 0.5435
  • CurrentRatio 3.194
  • ROIC 0.2405

 

  • MktCap 182566800000.0
  • FreeCF/Share 10.6429
  • PFCF 15.7087
  • PE 15.9584
  • Debt/Assets 0.2695
  • DivYield 0.0206
  • ROE 0.4285

 

  • Rating A-
  • Score 4
  • Recommendation Buy
  • P/E Score 3
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 2

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Upgrade QCOM Arete Neutral Buy -- $200 Aug. 26, 2025
Reiterated QCOM Mizuho -- Outperform $190 $185 July 31, 2025
Reiterated QCOM Piper Sandler -- Overweight $190 $175 July 31, 2025
Initiation QCOM Seaport Research Partners -- Neutral -- -- May 9, 2025
Resumed QCOM JP Morgan -- Overweight -- $185 April 29, 2025
Reiterated QCOM Barclays -- Overweight $200 $185 Jan. 17, 2025
Initiation QCOM Melius -- Hold -- $180 Dec. 9, 2024
Reiterated QCOM Citigroup -- Neutral $200 $185 Oct. 16, 2024
Downgrade QCOM KeyBanc Capital Markets Overweight Sector Weight -- -- Oct. 8, 2024

News

Qualcomm promises it can be an AI winner. But does it know what Nvidia and Intel do?
INTC, NVDA, QCOM
Published: September 30, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Neutral

Qualcomm shares may have more growth potential than the market is currently pricing in —but some big hurdles lie ahead.

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Qualcomm Is on Its Biggest Uptrend in 2 Years—Can It Continue?
QCOM
Published: September 30, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Tech giant Qualcomm Inc. NASDAQ: QCOM has long tested investors' patience. While more well-known peers, such as NVIDIA Corporation NASDAQ: NVDA, have ridden the artificial intelligence (AI) wave to record highs, Qualcomm has remained effectively idle and is currently trading at 2021 levels.

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Qualcomm: The Market Is Proving Me Wrong (Upgrade)
QCOM
Published: September 29, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Qualcomm stock has convincingly broken out of consolidation, with renewed momentum and optimism for its AI PC and automotive growth strategies. QCOM's Snapdragon X2 Elite series and automotive partnerships with Google and BMW underpin its diversification beyond mobile chipsets, supporting a bullish outlook. Despite Wall Street's caution due to modest near-term revenue growth, the market is regaining confidence in QCOM's AI-driven opportunities and competitive positioning.

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Can the Snapdragon X2 Elite PC Chip Be a Trump Card for Qualcomm?
QCOM
Published: September 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

QCOM's Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme debut with faster performance, longer battery life and advanced AI multitasking for Windows PCs.

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Qualcomm's RSI Just Hit Its High of the Year—Why That's Bullish
QCOM
Published: September 24, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of tech giant Qualcomm Inc. NASDAQ: QCOM were trading just under $170 on Tuesday morning, their highest level since February. The stock has been on a strong run for some time, gaining nearly 40% since April and almost 20% since the start of August.

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QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
QCOM
Published: September 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Qualcomm (QCOM) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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Will Qualcomm's Deep Foray Into AI Realm Work Wonders for the Stock?
QCOM
Published: September 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

QCOM expands beyond smartphones with Snapdragon X AI chips for PCs, targeting growth in laptops and desktops.

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Qualcomm: Unloved Semi Stock With Robust Diversified Prospects Upon Re-Rating
QCOM
Published: September 18, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Qualcomm's recent underperformance has been attributed to the uncertainty surrounding its handset prospects, as some key customers diversify from their offerings. Even so, the management continues to remain optimistic about its long-term prospects, as they drive a well diversified growth prospect across CPU/ automotive/ smart wearables. This is on top of the new data center related growth opportunity and custom AI accelerator prospects, allowing them to tap into the multi-year cloud super cycle.

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Qualcomm's Great Escape: Diversifying Beyond Apple Dependency
AAPL, QCOM
Published: September 15, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Qualcomm is well-positioned for long-term growth, driven by 5G, automotive, and IoT diversification beyond its traditional handset business. QCOM's strategic partnerships, especially with Xiaomi and expansion into RFIC and AI/IoT, offset risks from the impending end of its Apple contract. Despite competition from MediaTek, QCOM's financials remain robust, with stable margins and a forward valuation suggesting a 29.5% upside to $205.84.

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Here's Why Qualcomm (QCOM) is a Strong Growth Stock
QCOM
Published: September 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Here's Why Qualcomm (QCOM) is a Strong Momentum Stock
QCOM
Published: September 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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2 stocks to reach $200 billion market cap in 2026
BLK, QCOM
Published: September 09, 2025 by: Finbold
Sentiment: Neutral

The stock market is currently in a bullish phase despite lingering economic uncertainties, with several equities lined up for further growth.

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IBM vs. QCOM: Which Tech Stock Deserves a Spot in Your Portfolio Now?
IBM, QCOM
Published: September 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

IBM holds a competitive edge over Qualcomm with steadier cash flow, SaaS-driven growth and a more attractive valuation.

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QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
QCOM
Published: September 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Qualcomm (QCOM). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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QCOM Expands Automotive Portfolio: Will it Deliver Sustainable Growth?
QCOM
Published: September 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Qualcomm's new Snapdragon Ride Pilot with BMW boosts its automotive push as ADAS demand and revenues accelerate.

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Qualcomm, Google Partner on Agentic AI for Cars
GOOG, GOOGL, QCOM
Published: September 08, 2025 by: Bloomberg Technology
Sentiment: Positive

Chip designer Qualcomm and Google Cloud are deepening their partnership to bring AI agents to cars. Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon says people need to think of cars as “digital first.

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Qualcomm Declines 8.3% in Past Year: Time to Rethink QCOM Stock?
QCOM
Published: September 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Qualcomm stock slid 8.3% in a year as China trade woes, rising R&D costs and tough competition weigh on margins despite Snapdragon and auto gains.

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Qualcomm (QCOM) Up 9.6% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
QCOM
Published: August 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Qualcomm (QCOM) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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3 of Qualcomm's Technical Indicators Are Suddenly Flashing Green
QCOM
Published: August 28, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of tech giant Qualcomm Inc. NASDAQ: QCOM closed just under $160 on Tuesday, continuing a rebound that has added more than 10% since the first week of August. That rally came after a sharp selloff on earnings, which briefly dragged shares below the lows seen through much of June and July.

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Why Qualcomm (QCOM) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
QCOM
Published: August 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Investors Heavily Search QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM): Here is What You Need to Know
QCOM
Published: August 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Qualcomm (QCOM) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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QCOM Gaining Traction in V2X Market: Will it Be a Key Growth Driver?
QCOM
Published: August 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Qualcomm expands in V2X with Autotalks buyout, boosting its Snapdragon Digital Chassis and connected car solutions.

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Qualcomm Remains A Buy Due To Edge AI Leadership
QCOM
Published: August 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Qualcomm Incorporated remains a buy due to its leadership in edge AI and deepening collaborations with Xiaomi and Advantech, despite recent share price weakness. Q3 results showed slowing top-line growth and soft Q4 guidance, reflecting ongoing consumer headwinds and a challenging demand environment for electronics. Profitability was robust, with expanding margins and strong EPS growth, though cash generation weakened and buybacks surged, raising sustainability questions.

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ASTS vs. QCOM: Which Connectivity Stock Has Better Growth Potential?
ASTS, QCOM
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

AST SpaceMobile's satellite rollout and Qualcomm's AI push set the stage for a clash of growth potential in mobile connectivity.

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Why Qualcomm (QCOM) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term
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Published: August 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
QCOM
Published: August 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Qualcomm (QCOM) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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Can Solid Automotive Revenues Propel QCOM Stock Amid Tariff Woes?
QCOM
Published: August 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Qualcomm's Q3 earnings beat on strong automotive and IoT growth, but China tariffs and high R&D costs cloud its outlook.

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Buy the Dip in Qualcomm? Technicals and Earnings Point to Upside
QCOM
Published: August 10, 2025 by: FXEmpire
Sentiment: Positive

Qualcomm is expanding into automotive, industrial IoT, data centers, and wearable AI through partnerships with Xiaomi, Samsung, and Advantech, while bullish technicals at key supports signal upside.

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Published: August 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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About QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM)

  • IPO Date 1991-12-13
  • Website https://www.qualcomm.com
  • Industry Semiconductors
  • CEO Cristiano Renno Amon
  • Employees 49000

QUALCOMM Incorporated engages in the development and commercialization of foundational technologies for the wireless industry worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT); Qualcomm Technology Licensing (QTL); and Qualcomm Strategic Initiatives (QSI). The QCT segment develops and supplies integrated circuits and system software based on 3G/4G/5G and other technologies for use in wireless voice and data communications, networking, application processing, multimedia, and global positioning system products. The QTL segment grants licenses or provides rights to use portions of its intellectual property portfolio, which include various patent rights useful in the manufacture and sale of wireless products comprising products implementing CDMA2000, WCDMA,LTE and/or OFDMA-based 5G standards and their derivatives. The QSI segment invests in early-stage companies in various industries, including 5G, artificial intelligence, automotive, consumer, enterprise, cloud, and IoT, and investment for supporting the design and introduction of new products and services for voice and data communications, new industries, and applications. It also provides development, and other services and related products to the United States government agencies and their contractors. QUALCOMM Incorporated was incorpotared in 1985 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.