Microchip Technology (NASDAQ:MCHP – Free Report) had its target price increased by Truist Financial from $69.00 to $105.00 in a report released on Friday morning,Benzinga reports. Truist Financial currently has a hold rating on the semiconductor company’s stock.
Several other equities analysts have also weighed in on the company. Argus raised Microchip Technology to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Monday, February 9th. Citigroup lowered their price target on Microchip Technology from $92.00 to $91.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, February 6th. Rosenblatt Securities increased their price target on shares of Microchip Technology from $115.00 to $120.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Friday. BNP Paribas Exane raised shares of Microchip Technology from a “neutral” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $90.00 price objective on the stock in a research note on Thursday, January 22nd. Finally, UBS Group boosted their price objective on shares of Microchip Technology from $85.00 to $95.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Monday, January 26th. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fifteen have given a Buy rating and eight have issued a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, Microchip Technology currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $95.35.
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Microchip Technology Stock Performance
Microchip Technology (NASDAQ:MCHP – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, May 7th. The semiconductor company reported $0.57 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.50 by $0.07. Microchip Technology had a return on equity of 10.76% and a net margin of 4.88%.The business had revenue of $1.31 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.26 billion. During the same period last year, the company earned $0.11 EPS. The firm’s revenue was up 35.1% on a year-over-year basis. Microchip Technology has set its Q1 2027 guidance at 0.670-0.710 EPS. As a group, equities research analysts predict that Microchip Technology will post 2.14 EPS for the current year.
Microchip Technology Dividend Announcement
The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, June 5th. Shareholders of record on Friday, May 22nd will be issued a $0.455 dividend. This represents a $1.82 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.8%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, May 22nd. Microchip Technology’s dividend payout ratio is 866.67%.
Insider Activity at Microchip Technology
In other news, CEO Steve Sanghi sold 76,469 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, May 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $93.58, for a total transaction of $7,155,969.02. Following the sale, the chief executive officer owned 9,385,834 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $878,326,345.72. This trade represents a 0.81% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Insiders sold a total of 526,552 shares of company stock worth $47,130,465 over the last quarter. Company insiders own 1.94% of the company’s stock.
Institutional Trading of Microchip Technology
Large investors have recently bought and sold shares of the business. Norges Bank acquired a new stake in Microchip Technology during the 4th quarter worth approximately $664,564,000. Barclays PLC boosted its holdings in shares of Microchip Technology by 66.5% in the fourth quarter. Barclays PLC now owns 13,996,883 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $891,881,000 after buying an additional 5,590,210 shares during the period. Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC increased its position in shares of Microchip Technology by 25.7% during the third quarter. Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC now owns 11,048,057 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $709,506,000 after acquiring an additional 2,257,932 shares in the last quarter. Holocene Advisors LP increased its position in shares of Microchip Technology by 77.0% during the third quarter. Holocene Advisors LP now owns 4,709,538 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $302,447,000 after acquiring an additional 2,049,249 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Rafferty Asset Management LLC raised its holdings in shares of Microchip Technology by 41.0% during the second quarter. Rafferty Asset Management LLC now owns 6,203,762 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $436,559,000 after acquiring an additional 1,803,945 shares during the period. 91.51% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Key Stories Impacting Microchip Technology
Here are the key news stories impacting Microchip Technology this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Microchip delivered stronger-than-expected fiscal Q4 results, with earnings and revenue topping estimates and bookings improving, which supports the case for a recovery in demand. MCHP Q4 Earnings Top Estimates, Broad-Based Demand Recovery Aids Sales
- Positive Sentiment: Analysts quickly turned more constructive after the report, with multiple firms raising price targets to $113-$120 and several reiterating buy/overweight-type ratings, signaling increased confidence in earnings momentum. Analysts Boost Their Forecasts Following Upbeat Q4 Results
- Positive Sentiment: Citigroup, JPMorgan, Susquehanna, Needham, Rosenblatt and others lifted targets, reinforcing the view that Microchip’s recovery is broadening and that shares may still have room to run. Tickerreport.com
- Positive Sentiment: The company also increased its quarterly dividend to 45.5 cents per share, which may appeal to income-focused investors and reflects confidence in cash generation. Microchip Technology Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend on Common Stock of 45.5 Cents Per Share
Microchip Technology Company Profile
Microchip Technology Inc is a semiconductor company headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, that designs, develops and supplies a broad portfolio of embedded control and analog semiconductors. Its product lineup centers on microcontrollers (including the well-known PIC family), digital signal controllers and associated development tools and software, along with a range of mixed-signal and analog devices, nonvolatile memory, power management, timing, interface, wireless and security products. The company also provides integrated hardware and software solutions intended to simplify embedded design and accelerate time to market for OEMs and contract manufacturers.
Microchip’s products are used across a wide range of end markets, including automotive, industrial automation, consumer electronics, communications, aerospace and defense, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
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