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NXPI·NXP Semiconductors N.V.

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+. (+.%)
After Hours
High
$294.00
Open
$285.70
Market Cap
73.79B
52W High
$339.95
Low
$284.46
P. Close
$291.90
P/E
27.81
52W Low
$183.00
Fwd P/E
16.50
DailyIQ Est.
$326.07
Technical Score (1D)
45
NEUTRAL
News Sentiment
70
BULLISH
Cantor Fitzgerald lifted its price target for NXP to $400 from $380, citing stronger‑than‑expected automotive and industrial chip demand and a favorable macro backdrop, which signals a bullish stance that traders should confirm against the upcoming earnings release. The company will publish its Q2 2026 results on July 28 and host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. EDT, a key event that will validate or revise the optimistic outlook and provide guidance on margins and supply‑chain constraints. Analysts argue the current valuation discount is too harsh, pointing to projected high single‑digit organic revenue growth and gross‑margin expansion above 60 %, which could support a higher valuation if realized, so margin trends in the earnings call will be critical to watch. Q1 results showed revenue growth driven by automotive and industrial segments and margin expansion from cost efficiencies, establishing a baseline that the next quarter’s performance will be measured against. The appointment of Mike Lucarelli as Senior Vice President of Investor Relations may subtly reshape how NXP communicates its automotive, industrial, IoT, and AI‑edge strategies, potentially influencing investor sentiment, so the tone of upcoming investor calls should be monitored. Citi and other analysts have raised price targets to $370 and $305 respectively, driven by expectations of AI data‑center expansion fueling analog demand, which supports the sector’s broader optimism and may lift NXP’s valuation. NXP’s recent outperformance of the S&P 500 by 19.4 % over six months underscores market confidence in its growth trajectory, but the company’s 2.5 % annual revenue decline over two years raises concerns about long‑term upside, so revenue trends in the earnings release will be important to watch. The company’s projected Q3 2026 EPS of $3.54 (+30 %) and revenue of $3.47 billion (+18.5 %) provides a benchmark for the upcoming earnings release, which could confirm or adjust consensus expectations. In the next 1–10 trading days, traders should monitor the July 28 earnings announcement for guidance on automotive and AI‑edge revenue, margin outlook, and any commentary on supply‑chain constraints, as these factors will likely drive the short‑term price action.
Earnings Summary
NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor manufacturer specializing in microcontrollers, processors, and connectivity solutions that power automotive, industrial, and Internet of Things markets. Operating in the technology sector, NXP supplies components to OEMs, contract manufacturers, and distributors worldwide, positioning it as a key player in the semiconductor industry. In the most recent cycle, the company posted Q1 2026 earnings of $3.05 per share versus an estimate of $2.98, while revenue reached $3.18 billion against a $3.15 billion forecast, reflecting a modest decline from the $3.34 billion and $3.35 billion figures reported in Q4 2025. The prior two quarters—Q3 2025 and Q4 2025—showed EPS growth from $3.11 to $3.35 and revenue increases from $3.17 billion to $3.34 billion, indicating a recent acceleration that has since moderated in Q1 2026. Across the last six quarters, NXP has consistently beat analyst expectations, with only Q3 2025 and Q4 2025 EPS slightly below consensus, underscoring a pattern of robust earnings performance even as revenue growth has begun to plateau. Recent earnings releases highlight a shift in market sentiment, with analysts noting a 2.5 % annual revenue decline over the past two years that reverses a five‑year upward trend, prompting a reassessment of its valuation premium. Investors should watch the forthcoming Q2 2026 earnings call for guidance on revenue and margin targets, commentary on supply‑chain constraints, and any updates to cost inflation or capital expenditures, as these factors will shape short‑term price dynamics. Additionally, the appointment of a new investor‑relations leader may influence how NXP frames its automotive, AI‑edge, and IoT narratives, potentially affecting analyst sentiment. Monitoring these developments will provide insight into whether the company can sustain its earnings momentum amid a slowing revenue trajectory.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$2.47$2.77$3.07$3.37$3.67Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$3.53 - -
Q1'26$2.98$3.05+2.4%
Q4'25$3.36$3.35-0.2%
Q3'25$3.12$3.11-0.3%
Q2'25$2.66$2.72+2.3%
Q1'25$2.60$2.64+1.4%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$2.7B$3.0B$3.2B$3.4B$3.6BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$3.5B - -
Q1'26$3.2B$3.2B+0.8%
Q4'25$3.4B$3.3B-1.1%
Q3'25 - $3.2B -
Q2'25 - $2.9B -
Q1'25 - $2.8B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

NXPI Stock Snapshot

NXPI is currently trading at $292.26, giving NXP Semiconductors N.V. a market cap of 73.79B and a P/E ratio of 27.8. Today's range spans $284.46–$294.00, with shares opening at $285.70 and moving up $0.36 (0.1%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 45/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 70/100.

Over the past year NXPI has traded between $183.00 and $339.95 - the current price is +59.7% off the 52-week low and -14.0% from the high. 38 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $308.07 (range $200.00–$400.00), implying upside of +5.4%.

Systematic models flag NXPI as a hold in the current environment - large-cap, Technology, 73.79B market cap, 45/100 (HOLD), sentiment bullish at 70/100. Price: $292.26 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range). The current P/E ratio stands at 27.8. Quant strategies at this size tier typically shift allocation toward higher-momentum names during neutral phases, but maintain a base position given the structural liquidity that prevents disorderly exits. Annual range: $183.00–$339.95.

Portfolio construction in Technology often uses large-cap names like NXPI as tactical swing positions during neutral phases: cheap enough to overweight, liquid enough to exit quickly, and large enough to provide meaningful sector beta. The current 45/100 (HOLD) at $292.26 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range) and bullish sentiment (70/100) frame the position as a catalyst play within the $183.00–$339.95 annual range rather than a directional bet.