NXP Semiconductors shares surge 6.21% after-hours as investors buy ahead of ex-dividend date to secure $1.014 per share payout.

NXP Semiconductors (NASDAQ:NXPI) surged 6.21% in after-hours trading, driven by investor activity ahead of its ex-dividend date on December 10. The stock’s rally aligns with news of an upcoming $1.014 per share interim dividend, payable on January 7, 2026, which prompted buyers to accumulate shares to qualify for the payout. This surge follows a four-day upward trend, reflecting strong demand as investors position portfolios ahead of the deadline. While the company reported a 12% decline in third-quarter net income and 2% lower revenue year-on-year, management highlighted sequential regional and market improvements, reinforcing confidence in its growth strategy. The dividend-focused buying overshadowed mixed earnings results, with the ex-dividend date serving as the primary catalyst for the after-hours spike.