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IQE Stock Chart & Stats
48.75 p
-0.55 p(-1.17%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
48.75 p
-0.55 p(-1.17%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range4.66 p - 72.90 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume15.76M
Average Volume (3M)6.84M
Market Cap
£649.56M
Enterprise Value124.95 p
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£15.65M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£91.69M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta2.39
Next Earnings
Sep 07, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.04
Shares Outstanding1,331,068,500
10 Day Avg. Volume6,643,697
30 Day Avg. Volume6,841,931
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.28
Price to Book (P/B)0.54
Price to Sales (P/S)0.50
P/FCF Ratio-10.51
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.01
Revenue Forecast (FY)£125.53M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue StabilityRevenue has remained broadly stable despite difficult conditions, indicating an established customer base and continuing demand for IQE’s wafer products. Sustained revenue provides a platform for operational recovery if pricing, yields, and utilization improve.
Specialized Compound Semiconductor PositionIQE’s specialized compound-semiconductor materials support technically demanding RF and photonics applications. Customer-specific wafer structures and qualification requirements can deepen relationships and create repeat business when downstream device programs reach volume production.
Improved Operating Cash FlowThe return to positive operating cash flow marks an improvement from 2024 and suggests some recovery in cash conversion from operations. If maintained through better utilization and execution, it could reduce reliance on external funding, although investment spending still exceeds cash generation.
Bears Say
Persistent UnprofitabilityNegative gross profit indicates pressure from pricing, manufacturing costs, or yields at the core product level. Continued operating and net losses show that revenue scale has not yet translated into sustainable profitability, limiting internal funding for growth.
Negative Free Cash FlowDespite improved operating cash flow, IQE remains cash-flow negative after investment needs. Continued negative free cash flow can constrain capacity upgrades, increase dependence on financing, and make the business more vulnerable if customer ramps or operating recovery are delayed.
Deteriorating Balance-Sheet FlexibilityHigher debt alongside shrinking equity increases financial risk and reduces flexibility to absorb further losses or fund manufacturing investment. Although equity remains positive, the worsening balance-sheet trend raises execution and refinancing sensitivity over the medium term.
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IQE FAQ
What was IQE PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
IQE PLC lowest share price was 4.66 p and its highest was 72.90 p in the past 12 months.
What is IQE PLC’s market cap?
IQE PLC’s market cap is £649.56M.
When is IQE PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
IQE PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 07, 2026 which is in 9 days.
How were IQE PLC’s earnings last quarter?
IQE PLC released its earnings results on May 28, 2026. The company reported -0.011 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
Is IQE PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts IQE PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does IQE PLC pay dividends?
IQE PLC does not currently pay dividends.
What is IQE PLC’s EPS estimate?
IQE PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does IQE PLC have?
IQE PLC has 1,331,068,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to IQE PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
IQE PLC reported an EPS of -0.011 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.016%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of IQE PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:IQE
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
IQE plc Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-69.98%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-13.65%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
IQE PLC
IQE Plc is a holding company, which engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, and sale of compound semiconductor materials. It operates through the following segments: Wireless, Photonics, and CMOS++. The Wireless segment includes mobile smartphones, base station, mobile networks, Wi-Fi, smart metering, satellite navigation, and a plethora of other connected devices. The Photonics segment refers to devices that emit or detect light, such as advanced lasers and sensors. The CMOS++ segment combines the advanced properties of compound semiconductors with silicon. The company was founded on April 01, 1999 and is headquartered in Cardiff, the United Kingdom.
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