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Synaptics Incorporated(SYNA)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 5 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
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LAST CLOSE
$119.82
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SYNA

10/09/2026: SYNA (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Synaptics Incorporated is a semiconductor company that has pivoted from its origins in consumer touch interfaces to become a specialized provider of silicon for IoT and automotive markets. The company leverages its strong IP in signal processing to support growth in Edge AI, an area where it holds a strategic position among mid-sized semiconductor players. While this transition has reduced its reliance on legacy consumer markets, it faces intense competition from larger, well-capitalized peers and inherent cyclical industry risks. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors interested in the expansion of AI and connectivity at the edge, though they should monitor its execution on margins and OEM partner stability.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company is positioned to benefit from secular growth trends in Edge AI and automotive silicon.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum fit is conditional on a sustained upturn in semiconductor demand and positive price technicals.
Value investorMixed fitValuation depends heavily on the successful execution of the pivot to IoT and automotive margins.
Dividend investorWeak fitSynaptics does not currently pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused investors.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe inherent cyclicality and volatility of the semiconductor industry pose risks to capital preservation.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighAs a semiconductor stock, SYNA is sensitive to cyclical industry fluctuations and broader market sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumThe stock's valuation is tied to the successful conversion of its IoT/Automotive backlog into sustained earnings.
Competition risk (AI competition)HighAggressive R&D from giants like Qualcomm and NXP threatens Synaptics' market share in key IoT segments.
Business qualityMediumThe company has strong intellectual property but operates in a sector with high R&D intensity and cyclical pressure.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect income, as capital is prioritized for growth and R&D.
Execution riskMedium / highExecuting the transition to higher-margin business segments remains the primary operational challenge.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

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

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -10.27%
Avg. Invested days 30
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
SYNA receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
SYNA has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, solid cash generation (FCF margin 8.5%) and solid revenue growth (+11.4%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-926.8%), weak profitability (net margin -41.0%), very low insider ownership of 0.83%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
SYNA's financial health is supported by moderate cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (8.5% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is SYNA's strongest growth driver at +11.4% FY2026 versus FY2025 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-926.8%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-4.5%, slightly negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 106.4% and approximately 97.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.83%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Ameriprise Financial Inc 18.84%
BlackRock Inc 12.55%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 6.59%
State Street Corp 5.33%
FMR Inc 4.61%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
SYNA generates approximately $447 of gross profit, $-56 of operating income, and $85 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Operating losses explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -518.14% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
SYNA has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.76B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 129.33
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 129.33
Volume (30-day avg) 990.0K shares
Beta 1.96
52 Weeks Range 58.28 - 149.11
Updated Date 10/11/2026
52 Weeks Range 58.28 - 149.11
Updated Date 10/11/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -12.62

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
IoTWireless, voice processing, and edge AI chips for smart home and industrial use.The main growth engine driven by smart devices and AI.
AutomotiveDisplay controllers and driver monitoring systems.Leverages the trend of 'smarter' and more connected vehicles.
Mobile/PCLegacy touch and display components.Provides cash flow but is a slower-growth, cyclical segment.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 18.35
Enterprise Value 4.29B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.97
Enterprise Value 4.29B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.97
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.63
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 46.32
Shares Outstanding 39.70M
Shares Floating 38.62M
Shares Outstanding 39.70M
Shares Floating 38.62M
Percent Insiders 0.83
Percent Institutions 106.42

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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