InterDigital, Inc. designs and develops technologies that enable and enhance wireless communications in the United States and internationally. It offers technology solutions for use in digital cellular and wireless products and networks, including 2G, 3G, 4G, and IEEE 802-related products and networks. The company develops cellular technologies, such as technologies related to CDMA, TDMA, OFDM/OFDMA, and MIMO for use in 2G, 3G, and 4G wireless networks and mobile terminal devices; and other wireless technologies related to Wi-Fi, WLAN, WMAN, and WRAN. It also provides interoperability and scalability solutions through oneMPOWER platform; and common interface to multiple service providers. The company's patented technologies are used in various products, including mobile devices comprising cellular phones, tablets, notebook computers, and wireless personal digital assistants; wireless infrastructure equipment consisting of base stations; components, dongles, and modules for wireless devices; and Internet of Things devices and software platforms. As of December 31, 2017, it had a portfolio of approximately 19,000 patents and patent applications related to the fundamental technologies that enable wireless communications. InterDigital, Inc. was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Patent owners & lessors
Sub-IndustryCommunications Equipment
SectorComputer and Technology
SymbolNASDAQ:IDCC
CUSIP45867G10
Phone302-281-3600
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.28
Current Ratio9.58
Quick Ratio9.58
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio13.89
Forward P/E Ratio93.50
P/E Growth6.33
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$532.94 million
Price / Sales5.49
Cash Flow$8.1462 per share
Price / Cash10.33
Book Value$25.15 per share
Price / Book3.35
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$6.06
Net Income$174.29 million
Net Margins32.42%
Return on Equity25.85%
Return on Assets12.64%
Miscellaneous
Employees350
Outstanding Shares34,750,000
InterDigital (NASDAQ:IDCC) Frequently Asked Questions
What is InterDigital's stock symbol?
InterDigital trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "IDCC."
How often does InterDigital pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for InterDigital?
InterDigital declared a quarterly dividend on Thursday, May 31st. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, July 11th will be given a dividend of $0.35 per share on Wednesday, July 25th. This represents a $1.40 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.66%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, July 10th. View InterDigital's Dividend History.
How will InterDigital's stock buyback program work?
InterDigital announced that its board has authorized a share buyback plan on Friday, September 15th 2017, which permits the company to repurchase $100,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization permits the company to buy up to 4.1% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares repurchase plans are often an indication that the company's board believes its stock is undervalued.
How were InterDigital's earnings last quarter?
InterDigital, Inc. (NASDAQ:IDCC) issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April, 26th. The Wireless communications provider reported $1.29 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.24 by $1.05. The Wireless communications provider earned $87.40 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $69.69 million. InterDigital had a return on equity of 25.85% and a net margin of 32.42%. The firm's revenue was down 7.5% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company earned $0.93 EPS. View InterDigital's Earnings History.
What price target have analysts set for IDCC?
4 analysts have issued twelve-month price objectives for InterDigital's shares. Their forecasts range from $87.00 to $104.00. On average, they anticipate InterDigital's share price to reach $95.00 in the next twelve months. View Analyst Ratings for InterDigital.
Who are some of InterDigital's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to InterDigital include Dolby Laboratories (DLB), TiVo (TIVO), RPX (RPXC), Acacia Research (ACTG), Quarterhill (QTRH), Digital Turbine (APPS), Joint (JYNT), Liberty Tax (TAX), Finjan (FNJN), MGT Capital Investments (MGTI), Copytele (ITUS), XCel Brands (XELB), Marathon Patent Group (MARA), Research Frontiers (REFR) and ARC Group (ARCK).
Who are InterDigital's key executives?
InterDigital's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. William J. Merritt, Pres, CEO & Director (Age 59)
- Mr. Richard J. Brezski, CFO & Treasurer (Age 45)
- Ms. Jannie K. Lau, Chief Legal Officer, Gen. Counsel & Corp. Sec. (Age 42)
- Dr. Henry Tirri, Chief Technology Officer (Age 61)
- Mr. Patrick Van de Wille, Chief Communications Officer
Has InterDigital been receiving favorable news coverage?
News headlines about IDCC stock have trended somewhat positive this week, according to Accern. The research firm scores the sentiment of news coverage by reviewing more than twenty million news and blog sources in real time. Accern ranks coverage of companies on a scale of negative one to one, with scores closest to one being the most favorable. InterDigital earned a media sentiment score of 0.18 on Accern's scale. They also assigned news stories about the Wireless communications provider an impact score of 46.76 out of 100, meaning that recent news coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an impact on the company's share price in the next few days.
Who are InterDigital's major shareholders?
InterDigital's stock is owned by many different of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (2.94%), Royal Bank of Canada (1.99%), Cardinal Capital Management LLC CT (1.99%), Northern Trust Corp (1.82%), First Pacific Advisors LLC (1.77%) and New York State Common Retirement Fund (0.90%). Company insiders that own InterDigital stock include James J Nolan, Jannie K Lau, Jeffrey K Belk, Lawrence F Shay, Richard Brezski, Robert S Roath, Scott A Mcquilkin, Stewart D Hutcheson and William J Merritt. View Institutional Ownership Trends for InterDigital.
Which major investors are selling InterDigital stock?
IDCC stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Millennium Management LLC, Royal Bank of Canada, UBS Group AG, Hsbc Holdings PLC, Hays Advisory LLC, Schroder Investment Management Group, Verition Fund Management LLC and Boston Partners. Company insiders that have sold InterDigital company stock in the last year include James J Nolan, Jannie K Lau, Jeffrey K Belk, Scott A Mcquilkin, Stewart D Hutcheson and William J Merritt. View Insider Buying and Selling for InterDigital.
Which major investors are buying InterDigital stock?
IDCC stock was acquired by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Cardinal Capital Management LLC CT, Lord Abbett & CO. LLC, Goodman Financial Corp, Russell Investments Group Ltd., New York State Common Retirement Fund, First Pacific Advisors LLC, General American Investors Co. Inc. and Personal Capital Advisors Corp. View Insider Buying and Selling for InterDigital.
How do I buy shares of InterDigital?
Shares of IDCC can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is InterDigital's stock price today?
One share of IDCC stock can currently be purchased for approximately $84.35.
How big of a company is InterDigital?
InterDigital has a market capitalization of $2.97 billion and generates $532.94 million in revenue each year. The Wireless communications provider earns $174.29 million in net income (profit) each year or $6.06 on an earnings per share basis. InterDigital employs 350 workers across the globe.
How can I contact InterDigital?
InterDigital's mailing address is 200 BELLEVUE PARKWAY SUITE 300, WILMINGTON DE, 19809. The Wireless communications provider can be reached via phone at 302-281-3600 or via email at [email protected]
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