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Silicon Motion Technology (SIMO)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/03/2025: SIMO (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
9 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $79
1 Year Target Price $79
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 18.82% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/03/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.54B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 27.5 | 1Y Target Price 79 |
Price to earnings Ratio 27.5 | 1Y Target Price 79 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 0.78 | 52 Weeks Range 36.86 - 81.93 | Updated Date 07/5/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 36.86 - 81.93 | Updated Date 07/5/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.67% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.72 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 12.06% | Operating Margin (TTM) 5.87% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.34% | Return on Equity (TTM) 12.34% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 27.5 | Forward PE 22.52 | Enterprise Value 2268778352 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.26 |
Enterprise Value 2268778352 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.26 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.91 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.98 | Shares Outstanding 33983700 | Shares Floating 130311570 |
Shares Outstanding 33983700 | Shares Floating 130311570 | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 83.01 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Silicon Motion Technology
Company Overview
History and Background
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation was founded in 1995. Initially focused on PC graphics, it evolved into a leading provider of NAND flash controllers for SSDs and other storage devices. It's headquartered in Taiwan and listed on the NASDAQ.
Core Business Areas
- NAND Flash Controllers: Designs, develops, and markets NAND flash controllers for various applications, including SSDs (client, enterprise, and embedded), eMMC, UFS, and memory cards.
- SSD Solutions: Offers complete SSD solutions for embedded applications, providing both controllers and NAND flash memory.
Leadership and Structure
Wallace Kou serves as the President and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with departments for engineering, sales, marketing, finance, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Client SSD Controllers: Controllers used in consumer SSDs for PCs and laptops. Silicon Motion is a market leader in this segment, estimated market share of ~35%. Competitors include Marvell, Phison, and Realtek.
- Enterprise SSD Controllers: Controllers used in enterprise-grade SSDs for servers and data centers. Has less market share in the enterprise market than in the client SSD market. Competitors include Marvell, Microchip, and Broadcom.
- eMMC/UFS Controllers: Controllers used in embedded storage for smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices. Competitors include Samsung, Qualcomm, and MediaTek.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The NAND flash memory controller market is driven by the increasing demand for SSDs and embedded storage solutions. Growth is fueled by data center expansion, the adoption of NVMe SSDs, and the increasing storage capacity of mobile devices.
Positioning
Silicon Motion is a leading independent supplier of NAND flash controllers, known for its high-performance and cost-effective solutions. They are positioned to benefit from the ongoing growth in the SSD market.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for NAND flash controllers is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. Silicon Motion is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market, particularly in the client SSD segment. TAM is estimated at $7-8 billion.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Market leadership in client SSD controllers
- Strong relationships with NAND flash manufacturers
- Extensive portfolio of controller solutions
- Proven track record of innovation
Weaknesses
- Dependence on the NAND flash market
- Exposure to cyclical demand patterns
- Relatively smaller presence in the enterprise SSD market compared to competitors
- High dependency on foundry partners
Opportunities
- Growth in the enterprise SSD market
- Adoption of PCIe Gen5 and Gen6 SSDs
- Expansion into new applications, such as automotive and industrial
- Increasing demand for high-capacity storage
Threats
- Competition from integrated NAND flash manufacturers
- Price erosion in the NAND flash market
- Geopolitical risks
- Economic slowdown
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- MRVL
- WDC
- MU
Competitive Landscape
Silicon Motion's advantage lies in its independent controller design and its focus on high-performance, cost-effective solutions. However, it faces competition from integrated NAND flash manufacturers that can offer bundled solutions. MRVL has good enterprise solutions while SIMO has good client SSD solutions. MU is a NAND manufacturer.
Major Acquisitions
Shannon Systems
- Year: 2015
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 140
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition to enhance its enterprise SSD controller capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Silicon Motion has experienced strong growth in the past, driven by the increasing adoption of SSDs and its market leadership in client SSD controllers.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on the successful integration with MaxLinear, the recovery of market conditions and continued innovation in NAND flash controller technology. Analyst estimates are unavailable at this time.
Recent Initiatives: Awaiting for integration with MaxLinear. Before the deal, the company were developing next-generation controllers and expanding its presence in the enterprise SSD market.
Summary
Silicon Motion is a key player in the NAND flash controller market, particularly in the client SSD segment. Its strength lies in its technology and market position, but it faces threats from larger, integrated companies and market fluctuations. The pending acquisition by MaxLinear introduces both opportunities and uncertainties. The company needs to leverage its strengths to navigate market challenges and capture new growth opportunities, while also navigating the MaxLinear acquisition.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- SEC Filings
- Market Research Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data and analyst estimates are subject to change. This analysis is based on currently available information and may not be exhaustive.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Silicon Motion Technology
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2005-06-30 | Founder, President, CEO, MD & Director Mr. Chia-Chang Kou | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Semiconductors | Full time employees 1819 | Website https://www.siliconmotion.com |
Full time employees 1819 | Website https://www.siliconmotion.com | ||
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, designs, develops, and markets NAND flash controllers for solid-state storage devices and related devices in Taiwan, the United States, Korea, China, Malaysia, Singapore, and internationally. The company offers controllers for computing-grade solid state drives (SSDs), which are used in PCs and other client devices; enterprise-grade SSDs used in enterprise and hyperscale data centers; eMMC and UFS mobile embedded storage for use in smartphones and IoT devices; flash memory cards and flash drives for use in expandable storage; and specialized SSDs that are used in industrial, commercial, and automotive applications. It markets its controllers under the SMI brand; and single-chip SSDs under the FerriSSD, Ferri-eMMC, and Ferri-UFS brands. The company markets and sells its products through direct sales personnel and independent electronics distributors to NAND flash makers, module makers, hyperscalers, and OEMs. Silicon Motion Technology Corporation was founded in 1995 and is based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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