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Synaptics Incorporated(SYNA)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
3-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 15 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-2.06% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$117.26
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SYNA

10/23/2026: SYNA (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 15 days. Simulated Profits (-2.06%). Updated daily EoD!

Synaptics Incorporated is a semiconductor company that has successfully transitioned from a legacy provider of touch and display technology to a focused developer of hardware and software for the IoT and edge AI markets. The company benefits from established relationships with major consumer electronics manufacturers and a portfolio that integrates connectivity with advanced processing capabilities. Its primary investment story centers on the secular growth of smart, connected devices that require local AI intelligence. Risks include intense competition from larger semiconductor players, cyclicality in its PC and mobile segments, and the execution required to manage recent acquisitions. Synaptics is best suited for growth-oriented investors who can tolerate semiconductor volatility.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitSynaptics offers growth potential through edge AI, but its legacy consumer segments may limit momentum.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often follows cyclical semiconductor trends rather than pure momentum-driven patterns.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to its specialized tech portfolio.
Dividend investorWeak fitSynaptics does not currently pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh volatility associated with the semiconductor sector makes this a poor fit for risk-averse investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock experiences significant price swings based on semiconductor cycle sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumPricing is sensitive to market expectations of growth in the IoT segment.
Competition risk (AI competition)HighAggressive competition in edge AI from large-cap players threatens long-term margins.
Business qualityMediumThe company is transitioning from a legacy component provider to a more sophisticated technology partner.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect income, as the company retains capital for reinvestment.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessful integration of diverse acquisitions is critical for achieving planned growth targets.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

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

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -13.05%
Avg. Invested days 31
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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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, soft quantitative characteristics, and weak price momentum.

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 0.86%.

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 106.3% and approximately 97.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.86%, 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 4.66B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 129.33
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 129.33
Volume (30-day avg) 1.1M shares
Beta 1.96
52 Weeks Range 58.28 - 149.11
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 58.28 - 149.11
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -12.62

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Internet of Things (IoT)Wireless, voice, and vision processors for smart homes and industrial edge devices.This is the primary growth engine and where the company earns its higher-margin revenue.
PC and MobileTouch sensors and display drivers for laptops and smartphones.This is the stable, cash-generating business that provides the base for R&D spending.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 18.87
Enterprise Value 4.34B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.89
Enterprise Value 4.34B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.89
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.63
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 46.32
Shares Outstanding 39.70M
Shares Floating 38.60M
Shares Outstanding 39.70M
Shares Floating 38.60M
Percent Insiders 0.86
Percent Institutions 106.31

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)

Information icon 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)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon 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)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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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