Qualcomm (QCOM, $87.14) beats earnings estimates, but softening smartphone demand looms over revenue guidance
For the three months ending March, Qualcomm earnings surpassed analysts’ estimates. Revenue however fell behind expectations.
The semiconductor giant’s non-GAAP earnings for the quarter came in at 77 cents per share, higher than Wall Street estimates of 71 cents per share.
Total revenue came in at $4.9 billion for the quarter, which is -5.8% lower from the prior year quarter.
Looking ahead, Qualcomm forecasts earnings between 70 cents and 80 cents per share for the current quarter, thereby trailing behind Wall Street's expectation of $1.29 per share.
The company forecasts revenue of $4.7 billion to $5.5 billion for the current quarter, compared to the $5.3 billion mid-point prediction by analysts (based on Refinitiv). Apparently, softening smartphone demand from economic weakness in China has weighed on its revenue guidance.
Qualcomm’s years-long patent dispute with Apple seemed to arrive at a resolution last month, leading the semiconductor company to expect a one-time benefit of $4.5 billion and $4.7 billion. The latest agreement between the two companies includes a six-year global patent license agreement and a multi-year chipset supply agreement.
CEO Steve Mollenkopf indicated that the expected proliferation of 5G network should spell opportunity for Qualcomm, as faster internet speed could spur upgrades in smartphone handsets.
QCOM in -2.11% downward trend, sliding for three consecutive days on March 06, 2026
Moving lower for three straight days is viewed as a bearish sign. Keep an eye on this stock for future declines. Considering data from situations where QCOM declined for three days, in of 277 cases, the price declined further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
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 91 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 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.
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.
Bullish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator points to a transition from a downward trend to an upward trend -- in cases where QCOM's RSI Indicator exited the oversold zone, of 24 resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Stochastic Oscillator demonstrated that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 2 days, which means it's wise to expect a price bounce in the near future.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for QCOM just turned positive on February 17, 2026. Looking at past instances where QCOM's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 48 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
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.
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 (6.274) is normal, around the industry mean (8.963). P/E Ratio (27.357) is within average values for comparable stocks, (153.187). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.570) is also within normal values, averaging (1.474). Dividend Yield (0.026) settles around the average of (0.020) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (3.309) is also within normal values, averaging (30.033).
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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