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NYSE · QCOM
QUALCOMM Incorporated
Technology · Semiconductors
$168.57
Down-$0.47 (-0.28%)
Updated Sep 4, 2026, 1:16 PM
SID Score
5.4/10
Composite research score
Smart Money
39/100
Bearish
- Market cap
- 194.15B
- P/E ratio
- 35.86
- Dividend yield
- 2.09%
- 52-week range
- $121.99 – $259.92
- Volume
- 6.99M
- Avg. volume
- 10.01M
Price performance
QCOM price history
1M range · 21 trading sessions · Daily adjusted prices
QCOM closed at $168.57 after 21 trading sessions, up 5.10% for the selected period.
- Last close
- $168.57
- Period change
- +5.10%
- Period low
- $158.53
- Period high
- $170.48
Daily close
View OHLC price history
| Date | Open | High | Low | Close | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2026 | $168.50 | $170.03 | $164.8756 | $168.57 | 6.99M |
| Sep 2, 2026 | $166.04 | $170.60 | $165.08 | $169.96 | 7.53M |
| Sep 1, 2026 | $165.47 | $167.29 | $162.21 | $166.61 | 8.91M |
| Aug 31, 2026 | $164.79 | $171.38 | $164.19 | $170.48 | 12.74M |
| Aug 28, 2026 | $164.59 | $165.49 | $161.90 | $164.19 | 7.75M |
| Aug 27, 2026 | $165.155 | $166.95 | $161.9234 | $164.78 | 15.07M |
| Aug 26, 2026 | $160.10 | $163.87 | $159.889 | $163.72 | 10.48M |
| Aug 25, 2026 | $160.34 | $161.79 | $159.08 | $160.56 | 11.42M |
| Aug 24, 2026 | $159.395 | $160.24 | $156.225 | $158.53 | 10.52M |
| Aug 21, 2026 | $162.92 | $163.33 | $159.17 | $160.75 | 8.52M |
| Aug 20, 2026 | $163.15 | $165.11 | $159.41 | $160.74 | 8.51M |
| Aug 19, 2026 | $163.025 | $166.4999 | $160.19 | $161.91 | 8.1M |
| Aug 18, 2026 | $157.89 | $161.81 | $156.725 | $160.19 | 11.07M |
| Aug 17, 2026 | $166.25 | $166.34 | $161.45 | $162.18 | 8.97M |
| Aug 14, 2026 | $165.63 | $166.965 | $163.18 | $165.79 | 5.81M |
| Aug 13, 2026 | $163.34 | $166.77 | $162.51 | $164.79 | 7.72M |
| Aug 12, 2026 | $166.889 | $166.94 | $161.07 | $163.07 | 7.73M |
| Aug 11, 2026 | $163.75 | $164.605 | $161.43 | $162.68 | 6.33M |
| Aug 10, 2026 | $168.155 | $168.87 | $162.08 | $162.17 | 9.26M |
| Aug 7, 2026 | $163.07 | $167.99 | $162.30 | $167.86 | 9.72M |
| Aug 6, 2026 | $155.42 | $162.60 | $155.22 | $160.39 | 7.23M |
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QCOM research
Overview
Company profile and research snapshot.
Company profile
Qualcomm develops and licenses wireless technology and designs chips for smartphones. The company's key patents revolve around CDMA and OFDMA technologies, which are standards in wireless communications that are the backbone of all 3G, 4G, and 5G networks. Qualcomm's IP is licensed by virtually all wireless device makers. The firm is also the world's largest wireless chip vendor, supplying nearly every premier handset maker with leading-edge processors. Qualcomm also sells RF-front end modules into smartphones, as well as chips into automotive and Internet of Things markets.
Visit company websiteAnalyst outlook
Consensus and target data currently published for this company.
- Consensus
- Hold
- Average target
- $190.00
- Implied upside
- —
- Analysts
- 23
| Date | Firm | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2026 | Cantor Fitzgerald | Neutral | — |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Rosenblatt | Buy | — |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | — |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | In-Line | — |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | — |
News briefing
Generated Sep 4, 2026, 11:10 AM
Why Is QCOM Down Today? Mixed Signals From AI Bets and Sector Headwinds
Qualcomm shares slipped 0.28% today amid a broader chip sector slowdown, even as the company doubles down on emerging opportunities in AI and wearables. The stock is caught between bullish long-term positioning and near-term concerns about smartphone market reality and competitive pressures from peers like Broadcom and AMD.
Bottom line: QCOM's modest decline reflects the market's cautious stance on near-term smartphone demand while acknowledging the company's promising long-term pivot into AI, wearables, and adjacent markets. Investors should monitor smartphone cycle dynamics, AI PC adoption rates, and the success of emerging ventures like the smart ring partnership—these will ultimately determine whether the stock's current valuation proves attractive or optimistic.
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QUALCOMM Incorporated Stock Performance
QUALCOMM Incorporated shares traded at $168.57, reflecting a modest daily gain of 0.05% per SID market data. The stock has demonstrated positive short-term momentum with a 4.48% gain over the past month, though longer-term performance remains under pressure with a 32.02% decline over three months and a 2.77% drop year-over-year. QCOM currently trades below its 50-day moving average of $170.61 but above its 200-day moving average of $162.18, suggesting the stock is navigating a transitional zone between near-term resistance and longer-term support. The 14-day RSI reads 58.1, indicating neutral-to-slightly-bullish momentum without overbought conditions. Average daily volume stands at approximately 10.01 million shares according to Massive/Polygon data. The stock carries a beta of 1.214, reflecting moderately higher volatility relative to the broader market. QUALCOMM's market capitalization currently stands at approximately $194.15 billion.
QUALCOMM Incorporated Valuation Analysis
QUALCOMM currently trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.86, which represents a premium relative to many semiconductor peers, according to SID market data. The stock's price-to-book ratio stands at 9.37, reflecting significant market value above the company's book equity. Notably, the PEG ratio registers at negative 0.69, which per SEC filings and consensus growth estimates suggests analysts are modeling declining earnings growth or an atypical earnings trajectory that complicates traditional growth-adjusted valuation. QUALCOMM maintains a dividend yield of 1.94%, providing a modest income component for shareholders. Within the broader Technology sector, these valuation metrics position QCOM as a stock carrying elevated earnings expectations relative to current profitability. The combination of a high P/E ratio with a negative PEG ratio warrants attention, as it indicates the market may be pricing in near-term earnings headwinds despite the company's strong recent quarterly results.
Smart Money Activity for QCOM
QUALCOMM's composite smart money score stands at 39 out of 100, generating a bearish signal according to SID market data. Institutional positioning receives a perfect score of 25 out of 25, indicating robust holdings among major fund managers per 13F institutional filings. However, insider activity paints a contrasting picture, scoring 0 out of 25. SEC Form 4 filings reveal 20 insider transactions over the past 90 days, with sells outnumbering buys at a ratio of 9-to-1 — specifically 18 sales versus just 2 purchases. This pronounced selling pattern among corporate insiders suggests those with the closest knowledge of QUALCOMM's operations have been reducing personal exposure. Dark pool activity scored 12.4 out of 25, reflecting moderate off-exchange trading interest. Congressional trading activity registered a low 1.6 out of 25. The divergence between strong institutional ownership and aggressive insider selling creates a mixed signal that has weighed the overall composite score into bearish territory.
QUALCOMM Incorporated Earnings Outlook
QUALCOMM has delivered three consecutive quarters of earnings beats according to company earnings reports. Most recently, the company reported earnings per share of $2.21 against analyst estimates of $2.09, a positive surprise of $0.12. The prior quarter saw a stronger beat, with actual EPS of $2.65 exceeding the $2.43 consensus by $0.22. The most notable outperformance came in the February 2026 quarter, where QUALCOMM posted $3.50 per share versus the $3.15 estimate, representing a $0.35 upside surprise. Looking ahead, analyst estimates project EPS of approximately $3.47 for the upcoming quarter with results expected in early February 2026. The sequential earnings pattern shows declining EPS from the $3.50 peak to $2.65 and then $2.21, which aligns with typical seasonal trends in QUALCOMM's mobile chipset business. The consistent pattern of exceeding expectations demonstrates disciplined guidance management by the company.
Wall Street Analyst Ratings for QCOM
Wall Street analyst sentiment on QUALCOMM reflects a predominantly neutral stance following the company's latest earnings release. On July 30, 2026, five firms issued updated ratings per Wall Street analyst reports. Rosenblatt maintained its Buy rating, representing the sole bullish voice among the group. Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo both reiterated Equal-Weight ratings, while Evercore ISI Group maintained its In-Line assessment. Cantor Fitzgerald held its Neutral position. Notably, none of the five analysts changed their prior ratings, indicating the recent earnings results — despite beating estimates — did not materially alter their fundamental outlooks. According to SID consensus data, this cluster of maintained ratings suggests QCOM's quarterly performance was largely in line with broader expectations beyond the headline EPS beat. The absence of any upgrades or downgrades following a $0.12 earnings surprise indicates analysts view the stock as fairly valued near current levels around $168.57.
