12 Small-Cap Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now

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7. MaxLinear Inc. (NASDAQ:MXL)

Market Capitalization: $1.4 billion

Number of Hedge Funds: 18

MaxLinear Inc. (NASDAQ:MXL) is a provider of high-performance analog and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions for broadband, mobile and wireline communications, data center, and industrial applications. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing integrated circuits (ICs) that enable high-speed data transmission and processing. Its customers primarily include electronics distributors, module makers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and original design manufacturers (ODMs).

In its February 3, 2025 Investor Presentation, MaxLinear Inc. (NASDAQ:MXL) emphasized its strategic focus on high-growth markets, including broadband access, connectivity, and infrastructure. The company aims to capitalize on the increasing global demand for high-speed internet and data services. MaxLinear projects its serviceable addressable market (SAM) to expand to over $11 billion by 2027, up from approximately $4 billion in 2020, driven by both organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

On January 29, 2025, MaxLinear Inc. (NASDAQ:MXL) reported its Q4 2024 results with net revenue of $92.2 million, a 14% sequential increase but a 26% decline year-over-year. Adjusted loss per share was $0.09, an improvement from the previous quarter’s loss of $0.36, though down from the year-ago quarter’s EPS of $0.01.

The company remains optimistic about its growth prospects for 2025, benefiting from the rising global demand for high-speed connectivity that fuels the adoption of its advanced broadband and networking solutions. The proliferation of data-intensive applications, cloud services, and emerging technologies necessitates robust infrastructure, positioning MaxLinear Inc. (NASDAQ:MXL)’s products as essential components in modern communication networks and supporting a positive long-term growth outlook.

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