Qualcomm (QCOM, $145.06) crushes Q3 earnings expectations
Qualcomm posted its third quarter earnings that topped analysts’ expectations on solid revenue growth.
Quarterly non-GAAP earnings for the quarter were $2.96 per share, growing from the year-ago quarter’s $1.92 per share. The bottom line also surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 10 cents.
Non-GAAP revenues in the reported quarter were $10,928 million compared with consensus expectation of $10,881 million.
Revenues from Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT) grew +45% year over year to $9,378 million in the quarter, driven by handsets and higher demand in adjacent platforms beyond mobile (RF front-end, automotive and IoT).
Qualcomm Technology Licensing (QTL) revenues were up +2% to $1,519 million, on improvement in licensing revenues. The company has extended its patent license agreement with Samsung by seven years through the end of 2030.
For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022, Qualcomm projects non-GAAP earnings in the range of $3-$3.30 per share, while GAAP earnings are expected be $2.53-$2.83 per share. The company predicts GAAP revenues of $11-$11.8 billion. Revenues from QTL could be between $1.45 billion and $1.65 billion, according to the firm’s forecasts. Revenues from QCT is expected to be between $9.5 billion and $10.1 billion.
QCOM's RSI Indicator dives oversold zone
The RSI Oscillator for QCOM moved into overbought territory on March 12, 2026. Be on the watch for a price drop or consolidation in the future -- when this happens, think about selling the stock or exploring put options.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 6 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where QCOM advanced for three days, in of 327 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
QCOM may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on March 03, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on QCOM as a result. In of 90 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for QCOM turned negative on March 12, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 48 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 48 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
The 50-day moving average for QCOM moved below the 200-day moving average on February 25, 2026. This could be a long-term bearish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an downward trend.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where QCOM declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for QCOM entered a downward trend on February 17, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is seriously undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (6.203) is normal, around the industry mean (9.324). P/E Ratio (27.040) is within average values for comparable stocks, (153.228). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.563) is also within normal values, averaging (1.450). Dividend Yield (0.026) settles around the average of (0.020) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (3.271) is also within normal values, averaging (31.952).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. QCOM’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. QCOM’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 83, placing this stock worse than average.
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