Patricia Y. Grech, an insider at Qualcomm Inc (QCOM), sold 716 shares of the company's stock on November 19, 2025. The shares were sold at a price of $159.59 each, bringing the total transaction value to approximately $114,000. Following this sale, Grech retains 716 shares of Qualcomm.
Such transactions are often driven by personal financial needs, tax planning, or diversification strategies. While insider selling can attract investor scrutiny, routine sales do not inherently reflect negative sentiment towards the company. Investors are encouraged to consider insider activity as part of a broader analysis, rather than relying solely on individual transactions.
Qualcomm, based in San Diego, California, specializes in developing foundational technologies and products for mobile and wireless devices. The semiconductor giant has a market capitalization of $180.0 billion and reported a P/E ratio of 32.49 with an EPS of 4.89. The company is set to announce its upcoming earnings on July 28, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $2.88 and revenue expectations of $11.1 billion.
Insider transactions must be reported to the SEC, offering transparency into the actions of company executives. However, investors should look at patterns of insider trading across multiple individuals and time periods to gain a clearer understanding of the implications of such activities.