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Microchip Technology Stock Rises 2.3% Despite Analyst's Target Price Cut

Market IntelTuesday, Apr 22, 2025 12:07 am ET
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Morgan Stanley analyst Joseph Moore has released a research report, maintaining a "hold" rating on microchip technology (MCHP.US) while lowering the target price from $53 to $39. Moore's assessment comes amidst market concerns about the semiconductor company, which he believes are "overblown."

Moore discussed the nine-point restructuring plan introduced by the newly appointed CEO Steve Sanghi, highlighting that the company faces both challenges and opportunities. The primary challenge is finding a way to increase revenue while cutting costs, a task that may not be straightforward. Despite these headwinds, Moore maintains a hold rating on the company, citing the potential for growth and the belief that some concerns, such as gross margins and the balance sheet, are overstated.

Moore emphasized that the biggest variable for Microchip Technology is revenue growth. A cyclical recovery in the market could leverage earnings per share and alleviate concerns about the balance sheet. However, the company must navigate significant obstacles, including intensified microcompetition, macroeconomic uncertainty, and the need to regain customer trust. If macroeconomic uncertainty subsides, the microcontroller market could enter an upward cycle, potentially leading to an upgrade in Microchip Technology's rating.

Microchip Technology closed up 2.3% on Monday, trading at $39.43. The stock has experienced a decline of over 30% so far this year, reflecting the broader market challenges faced by the semiconductor industry. Despite these challenges, Moore's analysis suggests that there are opportunities for the company to turn things around, provided it can successfully implement its restructuring plan and navigate the current market environment.

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