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Neonode Inc(NEON)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NEON
10/08/2026: NEON (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Neonode Inc is a technology firm that specializes in advanced optical sensing and gesture control solutions primarily through an intellectual property licensing model. Its core strength lies in its patented zForce technology, which provides a flexible interface solution for sectors like automotive and industrial design. The primary growth opportunity hinges on successfully embedding its software in automotive driver monitoring systems amid increasing safety regulations. However, the company faces significant execution risks, high market competition, and inconsistent revenue streams that may concern conservative investors. Neonode may suit growth-oriented investors with a high risk tolerance who are looking for exposure to specialized HMI technologies and can monitor long-term automotive design cycle developments.
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Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers exposure to specialized tech, but revenue growth has been inconsistent and speculative. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock lacks sustained upward momentum and typically trades on news-driven volatility. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The company's lack of consistent profitability makes traditional value metrics difficult to apply. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay dividends. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility and operational uncertainty make this unsuitable for risk-averse investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | As a small-cap stock, it is subject to large swings in price driven by limited liquidity. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Valuation is difficult due to the lack of consistent earnings and dependency on future licensing. |
| Competition risk (HMI & Sensing) | High | The company faces dominant, well-funded incumbents in the sensing and touch market. |
| Business quality | Medium | The licensing business model is scalable, but execution risk remains a persistent challenge. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not expect income from this investment. |
| Execution risk | High | Securing and maintaining key design wins in the automotive sector is critical for viability. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Highly Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -10.97% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/08/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 14.85M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 1.88 | 1Y Target Price 6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 1.88 | 1Y Target Price 6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 52.2K shares | Beta 1.65 | 52 Weeks Range 0.72 - 3.81 | Updated Date 10/08/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 0.72 - 3.81 | Updated Date 10/08/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.47 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Licensing | Royalty payments from third parties utilizing Neonode's patented zForce technology. | The company generates revenue by letting other companies use its patented technology for a fee. |
| Products/Services | Development fees and direct sales of sensor modules for custom applications. | The company provides custom engineering and hardware modules to clients for specialized sensing needs. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
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Revenue by Geography
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Valuation
Trailing PE 1.88 | Forward PE 9.29 | Enterprise Value -6.34M | Price to Sales(TTM) 7.28 |
Enterprise Value -6.34M | Price to Sales(TTM) 7.28 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.41 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 0.68 | Shares Outstanding 16.78M | Shares Floating 13.11M |
Shares Outstanding 16.78M | Shares Floating 13.11M | ||
Percent Insiders 25.77 | Percent Institutions 11.7 |
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Financial Metrics
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Net Income (Profit)
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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
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📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
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Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
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Total Assets (Asset Base)
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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
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About Neonode Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-08-13 | President & CEO Mr. Pierre Daniel Alexus | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Electronic Components | Full time employees 35 | Website https://neonode.com |
Full time employees 35 | Website https://neonode.com | ||
Neonode Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides software solutions for machine perception to detect and track persons and objects in video streams from cameras and other types of imagers in the United States, Japan, South Korea, Germany, Sweden, China, and internationally. It also offers optical sensing solutions for contactless touch, touch, and gesture sensing. In addition, the company licenses its zForce technology to original equipment manufacturers and automotive Tier 1 suppliers, as well as provides non-recurring engineering services related to application development. Further, it provides machine perception solutions. The company serves office equipment, automotive, industrial automation, medical, military, and avionics markets. Neonode Inc. was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
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