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Semtech Corporation (SMTC) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Semtech Corporation stock (SMTC) is currently trading at $80.04. Semtech Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 6.87. Analyst consensus price target for SMTC is $104.62. WallStSmart rates SMTC as Sell.

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SMTC

Semtech Corporation

NASDAQTECHNOLOGY
$80.04
$2.09 (2.68%)
52W$24.05
$96.46
Target$104.62+30.7%

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Smart Analysis

Semtech Corporation (SMTC) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

30
out of 100
Grade: F
Avoid
Investment Rating

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 institutional own.. Concerns around peg ratio and return on equity. Significant fundamental concerns warrant caution or avoidance.

Semtech Corporation (SMTC) Key Strengths (2)

Avg Score: 8.5/10
Institutional Own.Quality
112.70%10/10

112.70% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$7.21B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

SMTC Target Price
$104.62
25% Upside

Semtech Corporation (SMTC) Areas to Watch (8)

Avg Score: 2.0/10
Return on EquityProfitability
-7.40%0/10

Company is destroying shareholder value

EPS GrowthGrowth
-32.70%0/10

Earnings declining -32.70%, profits shrinking

Profit MarginProfitability
-3.85%0/10

Company is losing money with a negative profit margin

PEG RatioValuation
3.392/10

Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium

Price/BookValuation
12.392/10

Very expensive at 12.4x book value

Operating MarginProfitability
11.20%4/10

Thin operating margins with cost pressures present

Price/SalesValuation
6.874/10

Premium valuation at 6.9x annual revenue

Revenue GrowthGrowth
9.30%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 9.30%

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
33.78
Premium
Price/Sales (TTM)
6.87
Premium

Semtech Corporation (SMTC) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 30/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 2 register as strengths (avg 8.5/10) while 8 fall into concern territory (avg 2.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., Market Cap.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (3.39), Price/Sales (6.87), Price/Book (12.39) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 9.30%, EPS Growth at -32.70%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -7.40%, Operating Margin at 11.20%, Profit Margin at -3.85%.

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 -7.40% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 9.30% needing to reaccelerate.

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 EPS Growth 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.

SMTC Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

SMTC's Price-to-Sales ratio of 6.87x sits near its historical average of 7.38x (14th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 15% below its historical high of 8.13x set in Mar 2026, and 6% above its historical low of 6.49x in Mar 2026. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~8.1x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Semtech Corporation (SMTC) · TECHNOLOGYSEMICONDUCTORS

The Big Picture

Semtech Corporation is in a turnaround phase, with management focused on restoring profitability. Revenue reached 1.1B with 9% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -3.9% profit margin.

Key Findings

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 59M in free cash flow and 61M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Operating at a Loss

The company is unprofitable with a -3.9% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.

What to Watch Next

Volatility is elevated with a beta of 2.04, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.

Sector dynamics: monitor SEMICONDUCTORS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Semtech Corporation.

Bottom Line

Semtech Corporation is in turnaround mode. The path to profitability remains the critical question. Speculative investors may see opportunity in the recovery story, but conservative investors should wait for consistent positive earnings before committing capital.

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(60 last 3 months)

Total Buys
20
Total Sells
40
Mar 18, 2026(1 transaction)
WALSH, PAUL V JR
Director
Sell
Shares
-500
Mar 11, 2026(1 transaction)
LIN, MARK
EVP and CFO
Sell
Shares
-3,908
Mar 6, 2026(1 transaction)
LIN, MARK
EVP and CFO
Sell
Shares
-6,582
Feb 18, 2026(1 transaction)
WALSH, PAUL V JR
Director
Sell
Shares
-500
Feb 9, 2026(1 transaction)
SILBERSTEIN, ASAF
EVP and COO
Sell
Shares
-10,000
Feb 2, 2026(1 transaction)
SILBERSTEIN, ASAF
EVP and COO
Sell
Shares
-10,000
Jan 22, 2026(1 transaction)
SILBERSTEIN, ASAF
EVP and COO
Sell
Shares
-5,000
Jan 21, 2026(1 transaction)
WALSH, PAUL V JR
Director
Sell
Shares
-500
Jan 9, 2026(1 transaction)
FISCHER, GREGORY MICHAEL
Director
Sell
Shares
-1,034
Jan 8, 2026(1 transaction)
WILSON, JOHN MICHAEL
Chief Quality Officer and CTO
Sell
Shares
-5,000
Jan 7, 2026(1 transaction)
GILLAI, SAAR
Director
Sell
Shares
-3,600
Jan 5, 2026(1 transaction)
LIN, MARK
EVP and CFO
Sell
Shares
-1,333

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 10:04:23 AM

About Semtech Corporation(SMTC)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

TECHNOLOGY

Industry

SEMICONDUCTORS

Country

USA

Semtech Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets mixed-signal and analog semiconductor products and advanced algorithms. The company is headquartered in Camarillo, California.