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Qualcomm Incorporated(QCOM)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for QCOM
11/13/2026: QCOM (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Qualcomm Incorporated is a global leader in mobile connectivity and processor technology, operating through its hardware chip design and intellectual property licensing segments. The company maintains a strong competitive position in the premium smartphone market and is actively expanding into automotive electronics and AI-enabled computing. While it benefits from high-margin licensing cash flows, Qualcomm faces risks from smartphone market cyclicality and increasing efforts by major customers to develop proprietary chips. It is best suited for growth and income-oriented investors seeking technology exposure. Investors should monitor the adoption of the company's new computing platforms and shifts in the global handset demand environment.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | Qualcomm's push into automotive and AI-PC markets provides significant long-term growth potential. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum varies significantly based on smartphone cycle health and general tech sentiment. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to its earnings power and cash generation. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Qualcomm offers a reliable dividend yield and has demonstrated a commitment to regular dividend increases. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While established, the stock is subject to industry volatility and geopolitical risks related to global supply chains. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock is sensitive to cyclical semiconductor demand and broader market sentiment regarding consumer electronics. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Investors must weigh the high margins of the licensing business against the cyclicality of the hardware segment. |
| Competition risk (AI/Mobile competition) | High | Growing competition from vertically integrated phone manufacturers threatens core hardware revenue. |
| Business quality | Strong | Qualcomm possesses a high-quality, patent-protected business model with strong barriers to entry. |
| Dividend income | Low | The dividend is well-supported by cash flows but is not the primary driver of the investment thesis. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success depends on effectively navigating the transition from mobile-only to a diversified compute-platform strategy. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 184.54B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 13.58 | 1Y Target Price 185.96 |
Price to earnings Ratio 13.58 | 1Y Target Price 185.96 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 12.5M shares | Beta 1.76 | 52 Weeks Range 120.88 - 257.56 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 120.88 - 257.56 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.04% | Basic EPS (TTM) 12.7 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Technology
Caution- Sentiment
- Near Bearish
- Momentum
- Rapid Breadth Deterioration
- BUY participation
- 30.1%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 37 / 123
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -42
- Market state
- Weak Bullish / Near Bearish
BUY participation is falling rapidly, suggesting elevated market vulnerability.
Industry
Semiconductors
- BUY participation
- 19.0%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 4 / 21
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -11
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 68.54% | Avg. Invested days 45 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| QCT (Chips) | Snapdragon SoCs, modems, and RF front-end components for handsets and IoT. | This segment is the engine for hardware growth and consumer device volume. |
| QTL (Licensing) | Revenue from intellectual property rights and patent licensing for mobile standards. | This is a high-margin business that provides stable cash flows despite market cycles. |
| Geographic/Regional | Revenue distribution across China, South Korea, US, and other global regions. | High exposure to Chinese smartphone demand makes the stock sensitive to Asian market trends. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-11-04 | When After Market | Estimate 1.46 | Actual 1.45 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 31.61% | Operating Margin (TTM) 20.85% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 10.13% | Return on Equity (TTM) 52.81% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 13.58 | Forward PE 17.89 | Enterprise Value 196.97B | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.28 |
Enterprise Value 196.97B | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.28 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.57 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.79 | Shares Outstanding 1.07B | Shares Floating 1.07B |
Shares Outstanding 1.07B | Shares Floating 1.07B | ||
Percent Insiders 0.12 | Percent Institutions 81.97 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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