Semtech Upgraded: Analyst Sees Underappreciated AI Optical Angle, Benefits From China IoT Ban
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Semtech Corporation (SMTC) has been upgraded to Positive from Neutral by Susquehanna analyst Christopher Rolland, who maintained a price target of $30. The company's Q2 net sales increased 0.8% sequentially and 13.9% YoY. Rolland believes the stock has an underappreciated AI optical angle and is benefiting from a potential China IoT module ban. He also suggests a turnaround plan for the stock, including cost-cutting, reinvestment in high ROI products, and deleveraging through asset sales. Rolland also mentioned that Apple Inc (AAPL) wins should benefit proximity/protection.

September 14, 2023 | 5:42 pm
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Apple Inc wins should benefit proximity/protection, according to Susquehanna analyst Christopher Rolland.
The statement by Susquehanna analyst Christopher Rolland that Apple Inc wins should benefit proximity/protection could have a positive impact on Apple's stock in the short term.
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Semtech Corporation has been upgraded by Susquehanna, with a maintained price target of $30. The company is benefiting from a potential China IoT module ban and has a suggested turnaround plan.
The upgrade by Susquehanna, along with the potential benefits from a China IoT module ban and a suggested turnaround plan, are likely to positively impact Semtech's stock in the short term.
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