Ann C. Chaplin, an insider at Qualcomm Inc (QCOM), sold 27,089 shares of the company's stock on December 15, 2025, at a price of $177.51 per share. The total value of this transaction amounted to $4.81 million. Following the sale, Chaplin retains 27,089 shares of Qualcomm.
Qualcomm, a leader in the semiconductor industry, develops and commercializes technologies for mobile devices and wireless products. The company, headquartered in San Diego, California, employs 49,000 full-time staff. Qualcomm's segments include Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT), Qualcomm Technology Licensing (QTL), and Qualcomm Strategic Initiatives.
The move underscores a common practice among insiders, who may sell shares for various reasons, including diversification or personal financial needs. While such sales can attract investor attention, they do not inherently signal negative sentiment toward the company. Investors are encouraged to consider broader patterns of insider activity rather than isolated transactions.
As of December 16, 2025, Qualcomm boasts a market capitalization of $188.7 billion, a P/E ratio of 34.05, and an EPS of 4.89. The company is set to report its upcoming earnings on July 28, 2026, with an EPS estimate of $2.88 and revenue expectations of $11.1 billion.