QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM)
QUALCOMM Incorporated is a technology company specializing in designing and manufacturing wireless communication products and services. The company's products and services are used in various industries including wireless communications, telematics, and wireless internet. QUALCOMM Incorporated is known for its contributions to the development of 3G and 4G wireless technology and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Company Info
Highlights
$168.76B
$9.81
15.67
2.24
$42.29B
$23.55B
$13.28B
$120.80 - $227.03
$173.79
1.78%
1.68
Share Price Chart
Loading data...
Compare to other instruments
Search for stocks, ETFs, and funds for a quick comparison or use the comparison tool for more options.
Performance
Performance Chart
Loading data...
Returns By Period
QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) returned 0.59% year-to-date (YTD) and -19.13% over the past 12 months. Over the past 10 years, QCOM delivered an annualized return of 11.45%, outperforming the S&P 500 benchmark at 10.86%.
QCOM
0.59%
12.47%
-5.57%
-19.13%
7.74%
16.26%
11.45%
^GSPC (Benchmark)
1.39%
12.89%
1.19%
12.45%
15.19%
14.95%
10.86%
Monthly Returns
The table below presents the monthly returns of QCOM, with color gradation from worst to best to easily spot seasonal factors. Returns are adjusted for dividends.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12.57% | -9.11% | -1.74% | -3.35% | 3.53% | 0.59% | |||||||
| 2024 | 2.68% | 6.79% | 7.29% | -2.04% | 23.54% | -2.39% | -9.15% | -3.12% | -2.49% | -4.28% | -2.60% | -2.59% | 8.31% |
| 2023 | 21.17% | -7.27% | 3.91% | -8.45% | -2.23% | 4.96% | 11.03% | -12.73% | -3.03% | -1.86% | 19.16% | 12.07% | 35.07% |
| 2022 | -3.89% | -2.14% | -10.78% | -8.59% | 2.53% | -10.34% | 13.56% | -8.31% | -14.58% | 4.14% | 8.19% | -13.08% | -38.58% |
| 2021 | 2.59% | -12.86% | -2.18% | 4.68% | -3.07% | 6.78% | 4.81% | -2.08% | -11.66% | 3.15% | 35.72% | 1.66% | 22.25% |
| 2020 | -3.31% | -8.22% | -12.91% | 16.29% | 2.81% | 13.64% | 15.79% | 12.77% | -0.66% | 4.83% | 19.30% | 3.96% | 77.08% |
| 2019 | -12.99% | 7.82% | 8.06% | 51.03% | -22.42% | 14.88% | -3.83% | 6.30% | -1.14% | 5.45% | 3.87% | 6.42% | 60.76% |
| 2018 | 6.61% | -3.94% | -14.75% | -7.94% | 15.16% | -3.44% | 14.20% | 7.21% | 5.77% | -12.69% | -7.36% | -1.25% | -7.56% |
| 2017 | -18.05% | 6.70% | 1.52% | -6.28% | 7.62% | -3.58% | -3.68% | -0.64% | -0.82% | -1.60% | 31.15% | -3.50% | 2.05% |
| 2016 | -9.29% | 13.07% | 0.69% | -1.21% | 9.75% | -2.46% | 16.82% | 1.64% | 8.61% | 0.32% | -0.08% | -4.30% | 35.10% |
| 2015 | -15.97% | 16.09% | -3.81% | -1.93% | 2.47% | -9.49% | 2.81% | -11.39% | -5.04% | 10.59% | -17.08% | 2.45% | -30.64% |
| 2014 | -0.04% | 1.44% | 5.23% | -0.19% | 2.21% | -1.04% | -6.92% | 3.80% | -1.75% | 5.00% | -6.60% | 1.96% | 2.26% |
Risk-Adjusted Performance
Risk-Adjusted Performance Rank
The current rank of QCOM is 26, indicating average performance compared to other stocks on our website. Here’s a breakdown of how it compares using common performance measures.
Risk-Adjusted Performance Indicators
The charts below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (^GSPC). These indicators evaluate an investment's returns against its associated risks.
Loading data...
Dividends
Dividend History
QUALCOMM Incorporated provided a 2.21% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $3.40 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 21 consecutive years.
| Period | TTM | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $3.40 | $3.35 | $3.15 | $2.93 | $2.69 | $2.57 | $2.48 | $2.43 | $2.24 | $2.07 | $1.86 | $1.61 |
Dividend yield | 2.21% | 2.18% | 2.18% | 2.67% | 1.47% | 1.69% | 2.81% | 4.27% | 3.50% | 3.17% | 3.72% | 2.17% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for QUALCOMM Incorporated. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.85 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.85 | |||||||
| 2024 | $0.00 | $0.80 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.85 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.85 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.85 | $3.35 |
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.75 | $0.00 | $0.80 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.80 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.80 | $0.00 | $3.15 |
| 2022 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.68 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.75 | $0.00 | $0.75 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.75 | $0.00 | $2.93 |
| 2021 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.65 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.68 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.68 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.68 | $2.69 |
| 2020 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.62 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.65 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.65 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.65 | $2.57 |
| 2019 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.62 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.62 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.62 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.62 | $2.48 |
| 2018 | $0.00 | $0.57 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.62 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.62 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.62 | $2.43 |
| 2017 | $0.00 | $0.53 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.57 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.57 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.57 | $0.00 | $2.24 |
| 2016 | $0.00 | $0.48 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.53 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.53 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.53 | $0.00 | $2.07 |
| 2015 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.42 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.48 | $0.00 | $0.48 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.48 | $0.00 | $1.86 |
| 2014 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.42 | $0.00 | $0.42 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.42 | $0.00 | $1.61 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
QUALCOMM Incorporated has a dividend yield of 2.21%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market.
Payout Ratio
QUALCOMM Incorporated has a payout ratio of 30.50%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market. This suggests that QUALCOMM Incorporated strikes a balance between reinvesting profits for growth and paying dividends to shareholders.
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.
Loading data...
Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the QUALCOMM Incorporated. 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 QUALCOMM Incorporated was 86.75%, occurring on Aug 5, 2002. Recovery took 2924 trading sessions.
The current QUALCOMM Incorporated drawdown is 31.24%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -86.75% | Jan 4, 2000 | 648 | Aug 5, 2002 | 2924 | Mar 18, 2014 | 3572 |
| -64.64% | Oct 19, 1993 | 180 | Jul 6, 1994 | 265 | Jul 24, 1995 | 445 |
| -53.12% | Jan 6, 1992 | 183 | Sep 23, 1992 | 40 | Nov 18, 1992 | 223 |
| -45.08% | Jul 24, 2014 | 391 | Feb 10, 2016 | 647 | Sep 5, 2018 | 1038 |
| -44.29% | Dec 16, 2021 | 223 | Nov 3, 2022 | 374 | May 2, 2024 | 597 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
Loading data...
Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of QUALCOMM Incorporated over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Earnings Per Share
The chart presents the Earnings Per Share (EPS) performance of QUALCOMM Incorporated, comparing actual results with analytics estimates. In the past quarter, the company did not meet analyst expectations for EPS, resulting in a surprise of -100.0%.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how QUALCOMM Incorporated 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 QCOM, comparing it with other companies in the Semiconductors industry. Currently, QCOM has a P/E ratio of 15.7. This P/E ratio is considered low compared to industry peers, which may suggest that the stock is undervalued or that the company has weaker growth prospects.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for QCOM compared to other companies in the Semiconductors industry. QCOM currently has a PEG ratio of 2.2. This PEG ratio is higher than the industry average, which may suggest the stock is overvalued relative to its expected earnings growth.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for QCOM relative to other companies in the Semiconductors industry. Currently, QCOM has a P/S ratio of 4.0. 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 QCOM in comparison with other companies in the Semiconductors industry. Currently, QCOM has a P/B value of 6.0. This P/B ratio is higher than most companies in the industry. It may suggest the stock is overvalued or that investors expect the company to generate high returns on its assets.
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 | — |