MaxLinear, Inc.

MaxLinear, Inc.

MXLยทNASDAQ

$91.39

-6.0%
TechnologySemiconductors

MaxLinear, Inc. provides radiofrequency (RF), high-performance analog, and mixed-signal communications systems-on-chip solutions (SoCs) for the connected home, wired and wireless infrastructure, and industrial and multi-market applications worldwide. Its products integrate various portions of a high-speed communication system, including RF, high-performance analog, mixed-signal, digital signal processing, security engines, data compression, networking layers, and power management. The company offers broadband radio transceiver front ends, data converters, embedded systems and software architecture, and architecture and system design for highly integrated end-to-end communication platform solutions. Its products are used in various electronic devices, such as cable data over cable service interface specifications (DOCSIS), fiber and DSL broadband modems and gateways; Wi-Fi and wireline routers for home networking; radio transceivers and modems for 4G/5G base-station and backhaul infrastructure; and fiber-optic modules for data center, metro, and long-haul transport networks, as well as power management and interface products. It serves electronics distributors, module makers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and original design manufacturers (ODMs) through a direct sales force, third-party sales representatives, and a network of distributors. The company was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Carlsbad, California.

At a Glance

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Market Cap$8.18B
EPS-1.5800
P/E Ratio-57.84
Earnings Date07/22/2026
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MaxLinear, Inc. Street Expectations Map

MXL ยท NASDAQ

Wall Street analysts project that MXL stock may decline over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 52.71, with estimates ranging from a low of 30.00 to a high of 75.00.

Lowest Target
30.00
-67.17%
Consensus Target
52.71
-42.32%
Highest Target
75.00
-17.93%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 52.71, with estimates ranging from a low of 30.00 to a high of 75.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

-42.3%

Significant downside risk. Stock trading well above analyst consensus suggests elevated valuation concerns and potential correction.

Analyst Agreement

85.4% spread

High uncertainty. Very wide target spread indicates significant disagreement among analystsโ€”major valuation uncertainty or transformation underway.

Risk-Reward Profile

0.27x

Unfavorable risk-reward. Downside risk exceeds upside potential. Consider defensive positioning or alternative opportunities.

Analyst Conviction

Low

High uncertainty: Wide dispersion indicates analysts struggle to agree on valuationโ€”proceed with caution and independent analysis.

Market Sentiment Insight

Extreme uncertainty: Massive dispersion in price targets reflects fundamental disagreement on business trajectory. This could signal transformation, disruption, or complex valuationโ€”requires deep sector expertise and contrarian mindset.

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MaxLinear, Inc. Forward Estimates of Revenue

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Latest Revenue
467.64M
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
550.88M
FY 2026
Estimate Range
542.01M - 556.93M
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+17.8%

Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.

Analyst Coverage8 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread3%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookStrong

Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.

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MaxLinear, Inc. Forward Estimates of Net Income

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Latest Net Income
-136.68M
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
60.93M
FY 2026
Estimate Range
55.01M - 66.85M
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+144.6%

Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.

Analyst Coverage8 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread19%

Reasonable estimate spread indicates general agreement with normal forecast variance.

OutlookStrong

Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.

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MaxLinear, Inc. Forward Estimates of EPS

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Latest EPS
-1.58
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
$0.75
FY 2026
Estimate Range
$0.66 - $0.80
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+147.4%

Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.

Analyst Coverage7 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread19%

Reasonable estimate spread indicates general agreement with normal forecast variance.

OutlookPositive

Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.

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MaxLinear, Inc. Forward Estimates of EBIT

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Latest EBIT
-102.36M
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
-75.92M
FY 2026
Estimate Range
-76.75M - -74.70M
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+25.8%

Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.

Analyst Coverage8 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread3%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookStrong

Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.

Key Insight

Compelling growth story with analyst consensus: Strong projected growth combined with narrow estimate spread suggests high-conviction opportunity.

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MaxLinear, Inc. Forward Estimates of EBITDA

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Latest EBITDA
-58.37M
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
-17.65M
FY 2026
Estimate Range
-17.85M - -17.37M
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+69.8%

Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.

Analyst Coverage8 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread3%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookStrong

Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.

Key Insight

Compelling growth story with analyst consensus: Strong projected growth combined with narrow estimate spread suggests high-conviction opportunity.

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MaxLinear, Inc. Forward Estimates of SG&A Expense

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Latest SG&A Expense
159.58M
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
114.28M
FY 2026
Estimate Range
112.44M - 115.53M
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth-28.4%

Significant contraction projectedโ€”major business challenges or industry disruption likely.

Analyst Coverage8 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread3%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookPositive

Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.

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MaxLinear, Inc. Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $7.36M worth of MXL shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

99.6K

6.47M

Net Activity

-6.5M

-$6.47M

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

24.9K

432.75K

Net Activity

-433K

-$433K

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

29.8K

463.05K

Net Activity

-463K

-$463K

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
KCH

Kwong Connie H.

Officer: Corporate Controller & Pao

25.7K sharesโ€ข3 transactions

$1.65M

2
ADA

Artusi Daniel A

Director

40.3K sharesโ€ข3 transactions

$1.29M

3
MAJ

Moyer Albert J

Director

15.7K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$1.23M

4
PTE

Pardun Thomas E

Director

11.0K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$1.16M

5
TTLI

Tewksbury Ted L Iii

Director

10.7K sharesโ€ข3 transactions

$839K

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $7.36M 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)

$6.47M

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.