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Himax Technologies, Inc. (HIMX)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US43289P1066
CUSIP
43289P106
IPO Date
Mar 31, 2006

Highlights

Market Cap
$1.37B
Enterprise Value
$1.72B
EPS (TTM)
$0.25
PE Ratio
31.27
Total Revenue (TTM)
$829.72M
Gross Profit (TTM)
$253.62M
EBITDA (TTM)
$76.56M
Year Range
$5.66 - $12.00
Target Price
$8.00
ROA (TTM)
2.53%
ROE (TTM)
4.92%

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Himax Technologies, Inc., comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

Himax Technologies, Inc. (HIMX) has returned -3.91% so far this year and 11.44% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, HIMX has returned 0.10% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.


Himax Technologies, Inc.

1D
5.21%
1M
8.10%
YTD
-3.91%
6M
-10.87%
1Y
11.44%
3Y*
3.80%
5Y*
-4.82%
10Y*
0.10%

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
2.91%
1M
-5.09%
YTD
-4.63%
6M
-2.39%
1Y
16.33%
3Y*
16.69%
5Y*
10.18%
10Y*
12.16%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Mar 31, 2006, HIMX's average daily return is +0.09%, while the average monthly return is +1.99%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 2.9 years.

Historically, 46% of months were positive and 54% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +86.7%, while the worst month was Aug 2019 at -41.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 5 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.

On a daily basis, HIMX closed higher 47% of trading days. The best single day was Dec 12, 2024 with a return of +44.9%, while the worst single day was Jan 27, 2025 at -27.8%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026-0.73%-10.46%8.10%-3.91%
202525.87%-0.40%-27.08%-3.74%15.19%14.04%-0.78%-8.13%8.48%6.68%-19.75%8.33%6.02%
2024-5.93%-3.50%-2.90%-5.61%28.71%26.57%-14.11%-13.34%-6.94%4.18%-5.76%48.89%37.24%
202331.24%-8.83%9.42%-18.33%3.61%5.12%2.22%-11.45%-4.42%-8.05%6.33%6.30%4.73%
2022-32.02%2.21%-2.25%-17.22%5.90%-8.66%-4.28%-12.99%-22.31%16.94%30.21%-15.74%-54.85%
202128.28%42.09%1.34%-3.88%-0.08%29.33%-17.95%-13.90%-9.35%-1.03%-5.78%60.70%120.20%

Benchmark Metrics

Himax Technologies, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 12.28%, beta of 1.03, and R² of 0.11 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since April 03, 2006.

  • This stock participated in 125.11% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 106.99% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
  • R² of 0.11 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
12.28%
Beta
1.03
0.11
Upside Capture
106.99%
Downside Capture
125.11%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

HIMX ranks 47 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.


HIMX Risk / Return Rank: 4747
Overall Rank
HIMX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 4848
Sharpe Ratio Rank
HIMX Sortino Ratio Rank: 4646
Sortino Ratio Rank
HIMX Omega Ratio Rank: 4646
Omega Ratio Rank
HIMX Calmar Ratio Rank: 4848
Calmar Ratio Rank
HIMX Martin Ratio Rank: 4747
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Himax Technologies, Inc. (HIMX) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


HIMXBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

0.21

0.90

-0.69

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

0.67

1.39

-0.72

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.09

1.21

-0.12

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

0.30

1.40

-1.10

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

0.61

6.61

-5.99

Explore HIMX risk-adjusted metrics in detail

Dive deeper into individual metrics with historical trends, benchmark comparisons, and performance across different time periods.

Dividends

Dividend History

Himax Technologies, Inc. provided a 4.70% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.37 per share.


0.00%5.00%10.00%15.00%20.00%$0.00$0.20$0.40$0.60$0.80$1.00$1.2020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$0.37$0.37$0.29$0.48$1.25$0.26$0.00$0.00$0.09$0.23$0.12$0.29

Dividend yield

4.70%4.52%3.61%7.91%20.13%1.64%0.00%0.00%2.62%2.21%1.99%3.54%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Himax Technologies, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2025$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.37$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.37
2024$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.29$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.29
2023$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.48$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.48
2022$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$1.25$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$1.25
2021$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.26$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.26

Dividend Yield & Payout


Dividend Yield

Himax Technologies, Inc. has a dividend yield of 4.70%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market.

Payout Ratio

Himax Technologies, Inc. has a payout ratio of 148.33%, which is above the market average. This might signify the company's strong earnings or financial health. However, it could also hint at a more mature business phase with potentially slower growth.

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Himax Technologies, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the Himax Technologies, Inc. was 87.60%, occurring on Dec 5, 2008. Recovery took 1095 trading sessions.

The current Himax Technologies, Inc. drawdown is 36.55%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-87.6%Apr 7, 2006672Dec 5, 20081095Apr 16, 20131767
-86.93%Mar 13, 20141375Aug 27, 2019365Feb 8, 20211740
-66.23%Jul 1, 2021316Sep 30, 2022
-36.84%May 16, 201327Jun 24, 201321Jul 24, 201348
-35.05%Feb 17, 202167May 21, 202126Jun 29, 202193

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Himax Technologies, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


Annual
Quarterly

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Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Himax Technologies, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Semiconductors industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PE Ratio

The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for HIMX, comparing it with other companies in the Semiconductors industry. Currently, HIMX has a P/E ratio of 31.3. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.

PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for HIMX relative to other companies in the Semiconductors industry. Currently, HIMX has a P/S ratio of 1.7. This P/S ratio falls within the average range for the industry, suggesting the stock is fairly valued based on its revenue.

PB Ratio

The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for HIMX in comparison with other companies in the Semiconductors industry. Currently, HIMX has a P/B value of 1.5. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.

Income Statement



TTM
Revenue

Total Revenue

Cost Of Revenue

Gross Profit

Operating Expenses

Selling, General & Admin Expenses

R&D Expenses

Depreciation And Amortization

Total Operating Expenses

Income

Income Before Tax

Operating Income

EBITDA

EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

Extraordinary Items

Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

Interest Income

Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items