NXP Semiconductors Stock Rockets 19% With 5-Day Winning Streak
NXP Semiconductors (NXPI) stock hit day 5 of a continuous streak of days with gains, with cumulative gains over this period amounting to a 19% return. The company has gained about $9.2 Bil in value over the last 5 days, with its current market capitalization at about $57 Bil. The stock remains 11.0% above its value at the end of 2024. This compares with year-to-date returns of 16.5% for the S&P 500.
NXP Semiconductors soared on surging demand for its automotive and industrial AI chips, fueled by strategic acquisitions to bolster its intelligent edge portfolio. Optimistic Q4 growth projections, with industrial segment upticks and new Edge AI contributions, further propelled the stock, as analysts lifted price targets to nearly $292.
What is the point? Momentum often precedes conviction. A multi-day win streak can signal growing investor confidence or spark follow-on buying. Tracking such trends can help you ride the strength, or prepare for a well-timed entry if momentum fades. Our take: There are several things to fear in NXPI stock given its overall Weak operating performance and financial condition. In addition, keeping in mind its High valuation, we think that the stock is Unattractive (see Buy or Sell NXPI).
For quick background, NXPI provides semiconductor products for automotive, industrial, IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure applications across global markets.
Comparing NXPI Stock Returns With The S&P 500
The following table summarizes the return for NXPI stock vs. the S&P 500 index over different periods, including the current streak:
| Return Period | NXPI | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1D | 5.7% | 0.3% |
| 5D (Current Streak) | 19.1% | 1.2% |
| 1M (21D) | 8.2% | -0.0% |
| 3M (63D) | 1.4% | 5.3% |
| YTD 2025 | 11.0% | 16.5% |
| 2024 | -8.0% | 23.3% |
| 2023 | 48.4% | 24.2% |
| 2022 | -29.2% | -19.4% |
However, big gains can follow sharp reversals – but how has NXPI behaved after prior drops? See NXPI Dip Buyer Analysis to learn more.
Gains and Losses Streaks: S&P 500 Constituents
There are currently 44 S&P constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive gains and 91 constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive losses.
| Consecutive Days | # of Gainers | # of Losers |
|---|---|---|
| 3D | 6 | 64 |
| 4D | 9 | 17 |
| 5D | 8 | 10 |
| 6D | 10 | 0 |
| 7D or more | 11 | 0 |
| Total >=3 D | 44 | 91 |
Key Financials for NXP Semiconductors (NXPI)
Last 2 Fiscal Years:
| Metric | FY2023 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $13.3 Bil | $12.6 Bil |
| Operating Income | $3.7 Bil | $3.5 Bil |
| Net Income | $2.8 Bil | $2.5 Bil |
Last 2 Fiscal Quarters:
| Metric | 2025 FQ2 | 2025 FQ3 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $2.9 Bil | $3.2 Bil |
| Operating Income | $686.0 Mil | $895.0 Mil |
| Net Income | $445.0 Mil | $631.0 Mil |
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