MaxLinear Inc (MXL) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
MaxLinear Inc stock (MXL) is currently trading at $17.80. MaxLinear Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.09. Analyst consensus price target for MXL is $21.55. WallStSmart rates MXL as Sell.
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- MXL fair value vs current price
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- Is MXL undervalued or overvalued?
- MaxLinear Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- MXL Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- MXL analyst price target and Smart Rating
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Smart Analysis
MaxLinear Inc (MXL) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, revenue growth, institutional own.. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.
MaxLinear Inc (MXL) Key Strengths (3)
Growing significantly faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 48.00% year-over-year
85.18% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Supporting Valuation Data
MaxLinear Inc (MXL) Areas to Watch (7)
Company is destroying shareholder value
Losing money on operations
Earnings declining -71.40%, profits shrinking
Company is losing money with a negative profit margin
Premium pricing at 3.2x book value
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Revenue is fairly priced at 3.09x sales
MaxLinear Inc (MXL) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 44/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a D grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 2.1/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.39) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 48.00%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (3.09), Price/Book (3.17) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -71.40%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -28.20%, Operating Margin at -11.10%, Profit Margin at -29.20%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at -28.20% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 48.00% strong but requiring continuation.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Return on Equity and Operating Margin are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
MXL Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
MXL's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.09x sits near its historical average of 3.11x (33th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 5% below its historical high of 3.26x set in Mar 2026, and 4% above its historical low of 2.98x in Mar 2026.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for MaxLinear Inc (MXL) · TECHNOLOGY › SEMICONDUCTORS
The Big Picture
MaxLinear Inc is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 468M with 48% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -29.2% profit margin.
Key Findings
Revenue growing at 48% YoY, reaching 468M. This pace significantly outperforms most SEMICONDUCTORS peers.
Generating 7M in free cash flow and 10M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
The company is unprofitable with a -29.2% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.
Earnings fell 71% YoY while revenue grew 48%. This gap usually reflects one-time items (tax benefits, write-offs) in the prior period, not an operational decline.
What to Watch Next
Growth sustainability: can MaxLinear Inc maintain 48%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.76, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.
Sector dynamics: monitor SEMICONDUCTORS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact MaxLinear Inc.
Bottom Line
MaxLinear Inc is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 48% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin -29.2% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(32 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
LITCHFIELD, STEVEN G See remarks | Sell | -20,000 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
LITCHFIELD, STEVEN G See remarks | Sell | -4,929 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
LITCHFIELD, STEVEN G See remarks | Sell | -20,000 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 8:26:26 AM
About MaxLinear Inc(MXL)
NASDAQ
TECHNOLOGY
SEMICONDUCTORS
USA
MaxLinear, Inc. provides high-performance analog, radio frequency (RF) and mixed signal communications-on-chip (SoC) solutions for the connected home, wired and wireless infrastructure, and multi-market and industrial applications to world level. The company is headquartered in Carlsbad, California.