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Sitime Corporation(SITM)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$447.06
10/30/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SITM

10/30/2026: SITM (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

SiTime Corporation is a specialized semiconductor company that designs high-performance MEMS-based timing solutions, serving as a modern alternative to traditional quartz oscillators. The company's primary strength lies in its superior technological durability and programmable architectures, which are increasingly favored in demanding automotive and AI infrastructure markets. A significant growth opportunity exists as the company continues to displace legacy timing components in high-growth, high-margin sectors. However, investors should be aware of risks including customer concentration, semiconductor cycle volatility, and ongoing competition from established quartz manufacturers. SiTime may suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to specialized hardware, provided they monitor the firm's progress in securing new large-scale design wins.

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 styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitSiTime is positioned in the high-growth semiconductor sector with a focus on replacing legacy technologies.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can exhibit high price volatility and trends linked to tech sector sentiment.
Value investorWeak fitThe company often trades at premium valuation multiples due to its growth profile.
Dividend investorWeak fitSiTime does not pay a dividend and prioritizes capital reinvestment.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe stock's beta and concentration risks make it less suitable for conservative investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is subject to significant swings based on semiconductor cycle news.
Valuation riskMedium / highHigh P/E multiples require sustained growth to justify the share price.
Competition risk (quartz industry)MediumIncumbent quartz manufacturers have deep resources and long-standing relationships.
Business qualityMediumWhile technology is superior, the company lacks the massive scale of diversified chipmakers.
Dividend incomeLow / noneNo income component for investors.
Execution riskMediumFailure to win new sockets in AI or automotive could stagnate growth.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Highly Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

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 7.49%
Avg. Invested days 34
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
SITM receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, soft quantitative characteristics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
SITM has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, strong growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+54.2%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 10.6%) are partially offset by weak profitability (net margin -13.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
SITM's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 66.8%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is SITM's strongest growth driver at +366.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+61.2%, strong) and earnings growth (+54.2%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 88.3% and approximately 76.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 10.81% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

FMR Inc 13.20%
BlackRock Inc 7.95%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.03%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.35%
State Street Corp 2.68%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
SITM generates approximately $536 of gross profit, $-185 of operating income, and $106 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -1.41% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
SITM has a large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 13.44B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 798.32
1Y Target Price 832.27
Price to earnings Ratio 798.32
1Y Target Price 832.27
Volume (30-day avg) 483.8K shares
Beta 2.88
52 Weeks Range 243.68 - 901.81
Updated Date 11/01/2026
52 Weeks Range 243.68 - 901.81
Updated Date 11/01/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.56

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
MEMS TimingResonators and oscillators for diverse end markets.The company sells specialized chips that keep electronic devices running accurately.
GeographyGlobal sales with significant exposure to Asia-based manufacturing hubs.The company's revenue is heavily influenced by global electronics manufacturing trends.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-04
When After Market
Estimate 2.36
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 3.01%
Operating Margin (TTM) 10.62%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -0.03%
Return on Equity (TTM) 1.33%

Valuation

Trailing PE 798.32
Forward PE 30.03
Enterprise Value 12.85B
Price to Sales(TTM) 28.62
Enterprise Value 12.85B
Price to Sales(TTM) 28.62
Enterprise Value to Revenue 27.47
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 282.19
Shares Outstanding 30.07M
Shares Floating 23.11M
Shares Outstanding 30.07M
Shares Floating 23.11M
Percent Insiders 10.81
Percent Institutions 88.33

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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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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🛡️ Financial Safety

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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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

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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