Magnachip Semiconductor (MX) Stock Overview
Designs, manufactures, and supplies analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platform solutions for communications, the Internet of Things, consumer, computing, industrial, and automotive applications. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 0/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$2.75 |
| 52 Week High | US$9.86 |
| 52 Week Low | US$2.18 |
| Beta | 1.65 |
| 1 Month Change | -17.42% |
| 3 Month Change | -53.55% |
| 1 Year Change | -15.64% |
| 3 Year Change | -64.70% |
| 5 Year Change | -84.70% |
| Change since IPO | -80.37% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Magnachip: SiC Overtures Are Welcome, But Ongoing Portfolio Transformation Remain Iffy
Summary Magnachip, which is repositioning as a pure-play power semiconductor provider, focusing on MOSFETs, IGBTs, and power ICs, has underperformed other micro-caps and semiconductors since our coverage last year. New CEO Chae Lee, who took over in July, is steering MX toward higher-value SiC markets via a technology partnership with Navitas, aiming to boost margins and expand the addressable market. Despite strategic moves, MX faces persistent revenue contraction, sub-20% gross margins, negative free cash flow, and no clear timeline for sustainable topline growth. MX's forward sales multiple has not appreciated over the years and remains at sub 1x, while the short- and long-term charts suggest that the bulls lack clout. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaIs Magnachip Semiconductor (NYSE:MX) Using Too Much Debt?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Benign Growth For Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation (NYSE:MX) Underpins Stock's 28% Plummet
Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation ( NYSE:MX ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a...Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation's (NYSE:MX) 33% Share Price Plunge
Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation ( NYSE:MX ) shares have had a horrible month, losing 33% after a relatively good...Shareholders May Be Wary Of Increasing Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation's (NYSE:MX) CEO Compensation Package
Key Insights Magnachip Semiconductor's Annual General Meeting to take place on 23rd of June Salary of US$561.7k is part...
Next-generation Power Products Will Unlock Automotive And AI Markets
The strategic shift to focus on power businesses and expand into automotive, industrial, and AI markets is aimed at enhancing profitability and net margins.Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation's (NYSE:MX) 25% Share Price Plunge
Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation ( NYSE:MX ) shares have had a horrible month, losing 25% after a relatively good...Magnachip: Potential Sale Is The Only Way Out
Summary Magnachip is up for sale at up to $274 million, serving as a potential catalyst, but its negative profitability makes it a hold for now. The company has a strong balance sheet but is facing declining sales and profitability, making a sale to a larger player the best path forward. Magnachip remains an innovator with valuable assets and technological talent, increasing its attractiveness for a potential buyout. Investors should hold and monitor for buyout news, with a potential buy recommendation if the stock drops below $3 or more evidence of a sale emerges. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaHealth Check: How Prudently Does Magnachip Semiconductor (NYSE:MX) Use Debt?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation's (NYSE:MX) Prospects Need A Boost To Lift Shares
You may think that with a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.7x Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation ( NYSE:MX ) is...Magnachip Semiconductor: Rolling The Dice On A Speculative Turnaround
Summary The charts have leaned bearish for a long time for MX, but the last few months have been more neutral and some would even say bullish. The headline numbers have been getting worse in recent years, but growth has returned under the hood, and they are expected to get better. A low valuation for MX is arguably justified if MX keeps contracting, but not if MX returns to growing the top line and the bottom line thereafter. Long MX is a bet with risks attached, and it may not necessarily pay off, but there is enough to think it will in due time. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaMagnachip: Buy The Stock For Cash On The Balance Sheet, Get The Chip Business For $1 Per Share
Summary Magnachip Semiconductor's stock has dropped to just under $5 per share, making it incredibly undervalued. Insiders, including the CEO, have been accumulating shares, indicating confidence in the stock's undervaluation. The company reported better than expected Q1 2024 earnings and has secured new design wins, suggesting future growth potential. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaMagnachip Semiconductor: An Intriguing Stock On A Bad Streak
Summary The stock hit a new multi-year low after a Q4 report that might have been the worst ever, but MX has been on the move lately. MX is on an awful streak with the stock losing ground for almost three years, which might nonetheless be an opportunity for some. MX is calling for a return to growth in 2024 after many years, but how sustainable it is is up for discussion for several reasons. Long MX will find its supporters, and not without reason, but there will also be those who are not yet convinced now is the time. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenues Working Against Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation's (NYSE:MX) Share Price
Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation's ( NYSE:MX ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.9x might make it look like a...Magnachip: This $7 Stock Could Be The Biggest Bargain In The Chip Sector
Summary Buying undervalued stocks during tax-loss season can lead to big gains into the New Year. Buying tech/chip stocks at or near cyclical lows can also generate big profits. Magnachip Semiconductor appears to have hit rock-bottom levels and could rebound significantly in the coming upcycle. This company has a cash-rich balance sheet and a significant share buyback plan, plus insiders have recently bought shares. I am Hawkinvest. For many years I have been researching and writing about contrarian buying opportunities that can create outsized portfolio gains. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaThe Unfulfilled Promise Of Magnachip: Assessing Its Latest Quarter's Performance
Summary Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation is a deeply undervalued semiconductor company with a market cap of $260 million. The company's potential acquisition by a Chinese firm was blocked by CFIUS, causing its share price to decline. Magnachip's revenue is declining, but there is hope for a turnaround in 2024 with a recovery in the power segment. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaMagnachip Semiconductor: Is The Worst Finally Behind Us?
Summary Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation stock has recently suffered a significant decline, but there are reasons to stay invested. Short-term momentum is against investors, but Magnachip Semiconductor is expected to see revenue recovery in 2024 and 2025. The company has a strong cash position and aggressive buyback program, indicating optimism for a turnaround. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaMagnachip Semiconductor: May Be Worth Another Look - With A Major Caveat
Summary The stock price has fallen below book value, which some see as a sign it is time to go long MX, but that alone is not necessarily enough. MX is deep in the red for a host of reasons, some of which are likely temporary in nature, but also some that may not go away easily. A turnaround might be close at hand, assuming MX manages to snag new customers, especially with the introduction of new products for the automotive market. MX has the potential to become a winner where it is at, but it is also risky in the sense that it could lead to a losing bet. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| MX | US Semiconductor | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -6.8% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| 1Y | -15.6% | 48.7% | 12.0% |
Return vs Industry: MX underperformed the US Semiconductor industry which returned 48.7% over the past year.
Return vs Market: MX underperformed the US Market which returned 12% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| MX volatility | |
|---|---|
| MX Average Weekly Movement | 10.2% |
| Semiconductor Industry Average Movement | 11.3% |
| Market Average Movement | 6.8% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 15.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 2.9% |
Stable Share Price: MX has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: MX's weekly volatility (10%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 711 | Chae Lee | www.magnachip.com |
Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and supplies analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platform solutions for communications, the Internet of Things, consumer, computing, industrial, and automotive applications. It provides display solutions, including source and gate drivers, and timing controllers that cover a range of flat panel displays used in mobile communications, automotive, entertainment devices, monitors, notebook PCs, tablet PC and TVs, liquid crystal display, organic light emitting diodes (OLED), and micro light emitting diode (Micro LED) panel. The company also offers metal oxide semiconductor field-effect transistors, insulated-gate bipolar transistors, AC-DC converters, DC-DC converters, LED drivers, regulators, and power management integrated circuits for a range of devices comprising televisions, smartphones, mobile phones, wearable devices, desktop PCs, notebooks, tablet PCs, level shifter, and other consumer electronics, as well as for power suppliers, e-bikes, photovoltaic inverters, LED lighting, and motor drives; and OLED display driver integrated circuit products.
Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| MX fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$102.59m |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$31.70m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$177.43m |
Is MX overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| MX income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$177.43m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$149.27m |
| Gross Profit | US$28.16m |
| Other Expenses | US$59.86m |
| Earnings | -US$31.70m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -0.87 |
| Gross Margin | 15.87% |
| Net Profit Margin | -17.87% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 18.3% |
How did MX perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/18 21:54 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/18 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation is covered by 6 analysts. 0 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Christopher Muse | Barclays |
| Timothy Luke | Barclays |
| Jaywant Srivatsa | Chardan Capital Markets, LLC |