Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd

Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd

CRDOยทNASDAQ

$214.60

-6.3%
TechnologyCommunication Equipment

Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd provides various high-speed connectivity solutions for optical and electrical Ethernet applications in the United States, Mexico, Mainland China, Hong Kong, and internationally. Its products include integrated circuits, active electrical cables, and SerDes chiplets that are based on its serializer/deserializer and digital signal processor technologies. The company also offers intellectual property solutions consist of SerDes IP licensing. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$39.58B
EPS2.6500
P/E Ratio80.98
Earnings Date09/02/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal ยท Driver ยท Risk

Signal

High confidence

Valuation multiple is elevated (P/E 81.0).

Valuation inputs: P/E 81.0, earnings yield +1.2%, momentum -6.3%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is strong (ROE +22.9%, ROIC +21.1%).

Profitability stack: net margin +35.4%, ROE +22.9%, ROIC +21.1%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Downside profile looks controlled across current risk inputs.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +10.1%, momentum -6.3%, net margin +35.4%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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Current Price
$214.60
EPS (TTM)
$2.62

Performance Analysis

EPS Growth

+261.6%

Strong earnings growth indicates robust business expansion and improving profitability.

Price-EPS Relationship

Aligned

Stock price is moving in line with earnings growthโ€”a healthy sign of fundamental-driven valuation.

Stock Price Change

+180.7%

Over the 1Y period, stock price has increased by 180.7%.

P/E Ratio (TTM)

81.0x

Very high P/E suggests premium valuation or high growth expectations.

Key Insight

Strong earnings growth (+261.6%) is outpacing price appreciation (+180.7%), potentially indicating an attractive entry point as the market may not have fully recognized the improving fundamentals.

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Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that CRDO has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $214.6, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd.

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $214.6
3Y-2509.0%
5Y-1425.0%
10Y+14381.0%
3Y+625.0%
5Y+2175.0%
10Y+2380.0%
3Y-2954.0%
5Y-1817.0%
10Y+35436.0%
3Y-311.0%
5Y-735.0%
10Y-735.0%
3Y-160.0%
5Y-252.0%
10Y-252.0%
3Y+478.0%
5Y+1376.0%
10Y+2025.0%
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Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd Profit Bridge

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Revenue1.34B
Cost of Goods Sold (426.77M)
Gross Profit908.35M
Operating Expenses (463.34M)
Operating Income445.00M
Interest Expense (0.00)
Other Income/Expense30.43M
Pretax Income475.44M
Income Tax (3.16M)
Net Income472.28M
Net Income
472.28M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

68.0%

Exceptional pricing power and cost management. The company retains over half of revenue after direct costs.

Operating Margin

33.3%

Outstanding operational efficiency. The company generates substantial profit from core operations.

Net Profit Margin

35.4%

Exceptional profitability. The company converts a significant portion of revenue to bottom-line earnings.

Effective Tax Rate

0.7%

Below-average tax rate suggests effective tax planning, favorable jurisdictions, or tax credits.

Profitability Insight

Exceptional profitability across all levels: Strong pricing power, efficient operations, and healthy bottom line indicate a high-quality business with sustainable competitive advantages.

68.04%
Gross Profit Margin
5%
3Y+18.0%
5Y+4.0%
10Y-21.0%
33.33%
Operating Profit Margin
283%
3Y-389.0%
5Y-178.0%
10Y+766.0%
35.37%
Net Profit Margin
196%
3Y-494.0%
5Y-175.0%
10Y+1333.0%
22.89%
Return on Equity
199%
3Y-581.0%
5Y-54.0%
10Y-262.0%
20.57%
Return on Assets
219%
3Y-594.0%
5Y-216.0%
10Y+1572.0%
21.06%
Return on Invested Capital
311%
3Y-496.0%
5Y-219.0%
10Y+1334.0%
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Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income52.18M
Depreciation & Amortization21.94M
Stock-Based Compensation77.36M
Change in Working Capital-108.40M
Others22.01M
Capital Expenditures-36.06M
Free Cash Flow29.02M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

55.6%

Weak cash conversion. Significant portion of earnings not converting to cashโ€”review working capital trends and capital intensity.

CapEx Intensity

55.4%

Capital-intensive operations require significant reinvestment. Monitor whether CapEx is maintenance or growth-oriented.

FCF Growth Trend

+69.9%

Strong FCF growth demonstrates improving cash generation and business momentum. Positive signal for sustainability.

Working Capital Impact

-$108.40M

Significant working capital drain. Growth may be consuming cash through inventory buildup or receivables extensionโ€”monitor closely.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Working capital strain: Significant cash tied up in operations. Monitor receivables collection, inventory turns, and payment terms to optimize cash conversion cycle.

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Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents1.16B
Net Receivables233.38M
Inventory250.83M
Other Current Assets73.58M
Total Current Assets2 B
Property, Plant & Equipment126.25M
Goodwill & Intangible Assets122.06M
Long-Term Investments0.00
Other Non-Current Assets46.24M
Total Non-Current Assets172 M
Total Assets
2.30B

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

10.15x

Excellent liquidity position. The company can easily cover its short-term obligations with substantial cushion.

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

0.11x

Conservative capital structure. The company relies primarily on equity financing, indicating low financial risk.

Working Capital

2 B

Strong working capital position provides significant operational flexibility and financial cushion.

Asset Composition

87% Current

Asset-light business model with high liquidity. Majority of assets are easily convertible to cash.

Financial Health Insight

Strong financial foundation: Excellent liquidity combined with conservative leverage suggests the company is well-positioned to weather economic uncertainties and fund growth opportunities.

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Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that CRDO stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 253.60, with estimates ranging from a low of 200.00 to a high of 300.00.

Lowest Target
200.00
-6.80%
Consensus Target
253.60
18.17%
Highest Target
300.00
39.79%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 253.60, with estimates ranging from a low of 200.00 to a high of 300.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

+18.2%

Strong upside potential. Consensus indicates attractive return opportunity with favorable risk-reward profile.

Analyst Agreement

39.4% spread

Good consensus alignment. Moderate target spread reflects general agreement on value drivers with some variance in assumptions.

Risk-Reward Profile

5.85x

Favorable risk-reward. Potential upside significantly exceeds downside risk, offering asymmetric return profile attractive for risk-tolerant investors.

Analyst Conviction

High

Positive outlook with reasonable agreement. Analysts generally optimistic about prospects with manageable uncertainty.

Market Sentiment Insight

Asymmetric upside: Strong return potential with favorable risk-reward profile. The limited downside relative to upside makes this an attractive risk-adjusted opportunity for growth-oriented portfolios.

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Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $63.70M worth of CRDO shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

66.8K

8.15M

Net Activity

-8.1M

-$8.15M

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

69.8K

10.34M

Net Activity

-10.3M

-$10.34M

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

71.5K

11.71M

Net Activity

-11.7M

-$11.71M

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

400.7K

33.50M

Net Activity

-33.5M

-$33.50M

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
TLB

Tan Lip Bu

Director

275.2K sharesโ€ข9 transactions

$25.36M

2
CCF

Cheng Chi Fung

Director, Officer: Chief Technology Officer

189.2K sharesโ€ข36 transactions

$19.45M

3
LYT

Lam Yat Tung

Director, Officer: Chief Operating Officer

41.4K sharesโ€ข6 transactions

$6.08M

4
LJ

Laufman James

Officer: Chief Legal Officer, Secretary

45.0K sharesโ€ข5 transactions

$5.68M

5
FDW

Fleming Daniel W.

Officer: Chief Financial Officer

28.6K sharesโ€ข8 transactions

$3.33M

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $63.70M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Recent Trend (3 Months)

$8.15M

Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchasesโ€”may warrant investigation into company developments.

Insider Participation

High Selling

5 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

Insider Activity Insight

Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.

No Dividend Yield Data

CRDO has not reported any dividend yield values in the available annual periods.

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crdo Dividend History

CRDO
10Y CAGR +0%
Latest $0
Annual $0
Stable dividend payments
Last Period: +0%