QCOM Stock Up 8.4% after 6-Day Win Streak
Qualcomm (QCOM) stock hit day 6 of a continuous streak of days with gains, with cumulative gains over this period amounting to a 8.4% return. The company has gained about $15 Bil in value over the last 6 days, with its current market capitalization at about $173 Bil. The stock remains 4.1% above its value at the end of 2024. This compares with year-to-date returns of 10% for the S&P 500.
QCOM provides integrated circuits, system software, and licensing for 3G/4G/5G wireless technologies, supporting voice and data communications through development and commercialization of foundational wireless industry technologies. After this rally, is QCOM still a buy – or is it time to lock in gains? Deep dive with Buy or Sell QCOM.
Comparing QCOM Stock Returns With The S&P 500
The following table summarizes the return for QCOM stock vs. the S&P 500 index over different periods, including the current streak:
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| Return Period | QCOM | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1D | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| 6D (Current Streak) | 8.4% | 1.9% |
| 1M (21D) | 2.6% | 3.3% |
| 3M (63D) | 4.0% | 9.8% |
| YTD 2025 | 4.1% | 10.0% |
| 2024 | 8.3% | 23.3% |
| 2023 | 35.1% | 24.2% |
| 2022 | -38.6% | -19.4% |
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. However, big gains can follow sharp reversals – but how has QCOM behaved after prior drops? See QCOM Dip Buyer Analysis to learn more.
Gains and Losses Streaks: S&P 500 Constituents
There are currently 87 S&P constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive gains and 15 constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive losses.
| Consecutive Days | # of Gainers | # of Losers |
|---|---|---|
| 3D | 61 | 9 |
| 4D | 6 | 1 |
| 5D | 11 | 4 |
| 6D | 7 | 1 |
| 7D or more | 2 | 0 |
| Total >=3 D | 87 | 15 |
Key Financials for Qualcomm (QCOM)
Last 2 Fiscal Years:
| Metric | FY2023 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $35.8 Bil | $39.0 Bil |
| Operating Income | $7.8 Bil | $10.1 Bil |
| Net Income | $7.2 Bil | $10.1 Bil |
Last 2 Fiscal Quarters:
| Metric | 2025 FQ1 | 2025 FQ2 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $11.7 Bil | $11.0 Bil |
| Operating Income | $3.6 Bil | $3.1 Bil |
| Net Income | $3.2 Bil | $2.8 Bil |
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