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Qualcomm's stock surged following a significant partnership announcement with Amazon.

Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM) is rising today, gaining 4.32% in value after a major collaboration with Amazon was unveiled. This partnership is set to revolutionize AI data center infrastructure, further solidifying Qualcomm's position in the tech industry.

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QCOM.US

Qualcomm Incorporated

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↓ $14.58 (-6.88%)
68 day period
$146.81$185.85$224.89Jun 17Aug 6Sep 23

Market cap

$210.66B

P/E

22.6x

Div. yield

1.81%

Div. / share

$3.59

52W high

$257.56

52W low

$120.88

1W change

+6.71%

Beta

1.68

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 37 analysts covering QCOM · as of Sep 17, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast QCOM stock price to rise 659.5% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Buy

3.73 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$194.13

+659.5% Upside

Current Price

C$25.56

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (37 analysts)

Strong Buy 12
Buy 5
Hold 19
Strong Sell 1
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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on QCOM's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$126.49C$172.51C$218.52C$264.54C$310.56C$356.58TodayJun 17Aug 6Sep 23Nov 5Dec 19Jan 31

30-Day Vol

40.8%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

50.9%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

+20.8%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$212.47

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$202.19C$175.61 – C$232.79
60 trading daysC$207.27C$169.81 – C$252.98
90 trading daysC$212.47C$166.45 – C$271.21

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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Investor takeaway: Investors are optimistic about Qualcomm's future growth potential, driven by its strategic collaboration with Amazon to develop cutting-edge AI solutions.

Qualcomm's Stock Surges 4.32% on Amazon Partnership

The stock's rise reflects investor confidence in Qualcomm's ability to leverage its technology in a rapidly evolving AI market.

Bull case

The partnership with Amazon is expected to significantly boost Qualcomm's revenue as demand for AI infrastructure continues to grow. The issuance of a warrant for 25 million shares shows strong confidence in the collaboration's long-term success.

Bear case

Despite the positive outlook, there are potential risks. Challenges in executing the promised technology and the competitive landscape in the AI sector could affect Qualcomm's market share.

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Strategic Partnership with Amazon

Qualcomm announced a multi-generational collaboration with Amazon, focusing on developing customized silicon and advanced optical connectivity solutions for AI data centers. This partnership aims to address the increasing demand for high-performance computing and efficient data processing in the AI sector.

Market Reaction and Future Outlook

Following the announcement, Qualcomm's stock saw a notable increase of 4.32%. Investors are optimistic about the potential revenue growth from this collaboration, which is expected to provide Qualcomm with a competitive edge in the rapidly expanding AI market.


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Published: September 8, 2026
Last Updated: September 8, 2026

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