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GCT Semiconductor Holding Inc (GCTS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: GCTS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $4.5
1 Year Target Price $4.5
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -5.3% | Avg. Invested days 9 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 86.02M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.2 | 52 Weeks Range 0.90 - 3.45 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.90 - 3.45 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.7 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) -642.3% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -84.83% | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 137170252 | Price to Sales(TTM) 14.16 |
Enterprise Value 137170252 | Price to Sales(TTM) 14.16 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 22.59 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -21.32 | Shares Outstanding 55859900 | Shares Floating 39457202 |
Shares Outstanding 55859900 | Shares Floating 39457202 | ||
Percent Insiders 23.3 | Percent Institutions 14.61 |
Upturn AI SWOT
GCT Semiconductor Holding Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
GCT Semiconductor Holding, Inc. (GCT) was founded in 1995, initially focusing on developing advanced communication ICs. The company has evolved to specialize in 4G LTE and 5G solutions, targeting the IoT and wireless communication markets. GCT has secured several patents in wireless communication technologies over the years. The company went public through a SPAC merger in November of 2022.
Core Business Areas
- Wireless Communication ICs: Designs, develops, and supplies advanced 4G LTE and 5G semiconductor solutions.
- IoT Solutions: Offers integrated solutions targeting IoT devices and applications.
- Wireless Modules: Provides wireless modules incorporating its chipsets.
Leadership and Structure
Dr. Alex Ji is the CEO. The organizational structure is based on functional departments such as engineering, sales, marketing, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- GDM7243: A 4G LTE chipset designed for IoT applications. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include Qualcomm (QCOM) and MediaTek (MDTKF).
- GDM7242: An advanced 4G LTE chipset with VoLTE and advanced modem features targeted at mobile broadband. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include Qualcomm (QCOM) and MediaTek (MDTKF).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The semiconductor industry is experiencing high growth, driven by increasing demand for 5G, IoT, and automotive applications. Intense competition and technological advancements are key characteristics.
Positioning
GCT focuses on niche markets within the 4G LTE and 5G space. It competes with larger players by offering cost-effective and power-efficient solutions. Company differentiates with its dedicated engineering resources and expertise in advanced wireless solutions.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for 4G/5G chipsets is expected to reach several billion dollars. GCT's positioning in specific IoT and mobile broadband applications allows it to capture a portion of this TAM. TAM expected to be 690B+ by 2030.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Specialized in 4G LTE and 5G solutions
- Cost-effective chipsets
- Strong engineering expertise
Weaknesses
- Limited market share compared to larger competitors
- Dependence on key customers
- Relatively small scale of operations
Opportunities
- Expansion into new IoT applications
- Partnerships with telecom operators
- Growth in emerging markets
Threats
- Intense competition from established players
- Rapid technological changes
- Economic downturns affecting demand
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- QCOM
- MTK
- NVDA
Competitive Landscape
GCT competes with established players like Qualcomm and MediaTek. It differentiates by offering cost-effective solutions targeting specific IoT applications. Company differentiates with its dedicated engineering resources and expertise in advanced wireless solutions.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: The company has seen revenue growth in previous years. It's a fast growing company trying to compete with the larger companies.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be strong, driven by demand for its 5G and IoT solutions based on analyst reports, which are not readily available. The company has a strong customer base and continues to grow their customer base.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include developing new 5G chipsets and expanding its partnerships with telecom operators.
Summary
GCT Semiconductor Holding Inc. is a niche player specializing in 4G LTE and 5G chipsets for the IoT market. It faces intense competition from larger, more established companies. Its strengths lie in its cost-effective solutions and engineering expertise, but it needs to expand its market share and customer base to achieve sustainable growth. GCT's future success depends on its ability to capitalize on opportunities in emerging markets and establish strategic partnerships.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share figures may vary. Financial data may be delayed.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About GCT Semiconductor Holding Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters San Jose, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2024-03-27 | President, CEO & Director Mr. John Brian Schlaefer | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Semiconductors | Full time employees 121 | Website https://www.gctsemi.com |
Full time employees 121 | Website https://www.gctsemi.com | ||
GCT Semiconductor Holding, Inc., operates as a fabless semiconductor company, designs, develops, and markets integrated circuits for the wireless semiconductor industry. The company provides RF and modem chipsets based on 4G LTE technology, including 4G LTE, 4.5G LTE Advanced, and 4.75G LTE Advanced-Pro. It develops and sells cellular IoT chipsets for low-speed mobile networks such as eMTC/NB-IOT/Sigfox, and other network protocols; and 5G solutions. Its products and solutions are used in smartphones, tablets, customer premises equipment, USB dongles, routers, and M2M applications. The company sells its products directly or indirectly through distributors to original equipment manufacturers and original design manufacturers primarily in Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, Europe, North America and South America. The company was formerly known as Global Communication Technology, Inc. GCT Semiconductor Holding, Inc. was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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