Pixelworks (PXLW) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Pixelworks, Inc. (NASDAQ:PXLW) is a provider of video processing semiconductors and software solutions designed to enhance display performance across a range of consumer and commercial applications. The company’s core offerings include high-performance video processing SoCs, pixel processing silicon, and accompanying firmware that deliver advanced image enhancement, color calibration, and high-dynamic-range (HDR) support. These solutions are tailored to improve picture quality, reduce latency, and optimize power consumption in digital displays.

Pixelworks’ product portfolio addresses diverse end markets such as digital projectors, flat-panel televisions, set-top boxes, mobile devices, automotive infotainment displays, and digital signage. Key technologies include real-time video post-processing algorithms, 4K/8K video pipelines, and specialized audio/video synchronization tools. These capabilities enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and original design manufacturers (ODMs) to integrate cutting-edge video enhancements into their hardware platforms.

Headquartered in San Jose, California, Pixelworks operates sales and support offices across North America, Asia, and Europe, serving a global customer base of consumer electronics, automotive, and professional AV companies. The company collaborates closely with display panel suppliers and system integrators to drive innovations in high-resolution imaging, low-latency streaming, and advanced color management.

Founded in 1997, Pixelworks has evolved its technology suite through internal development and strategic partnerships. Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Todd DeBonis, appointed in 2019, the company has focused on expanding its software capabilities and broadening its addressable market in emerging display segments such as augmented reality and virtual reality.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $10.61 to $12.00
• 50-Day Range: $6.87 to $13.59
• 52-Week Range: $4.67 to $15.03
• Volume: 183,321 shs
• Average Volume: 131,080 shs
• Market Capitalization: $61.52 million
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: $11.67
• Consensus Rating: Buy

Pixelworks Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Pixelworks scored higher than 24% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 551st out of 646 stocks in the computer and technology sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: 2.0 / 5
• Analyst Rating: Buy

Consensus Rating

Pixelworks has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 3.00, and is based on 3 buy ratings, no hold ratings, and no sell ratings.

Upside/Downside

The consensus price target for Pixelworks is close to its current price, suggesting limited near-term upside or downside.

Amount of Analyst Coverage

Pixelworks has only been the subject of 2 research reports in the past 90 days.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 0.6 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: Growing

Earnings Growth

Earnings for Pixelworks are expected to grow in the coming year, from ($0.27) to ($0.11) per share.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Pixelworks is -2.06, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Pixelworks is -2.06, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

Pixelworks has a P/B Ratio of 4.54. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 4.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Healthy

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.80% of the float of Pixelworks has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Pixelworks has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.5, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Pixelworks has recently decreased by 1.51%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving.

Dividend

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Dividend Strength: N/A

Dividend Yield

Pixelworks does not currently pay a dividend.

Dividend Growth

Pixelworks does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.80% of the float of Pixelworks has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Pixelworks has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.5, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Pixelworks has recently decreased by 1.51%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving.

News and Social Media

• Score: 1.6 / 5
• News Sentiment: -0.17

News Sentiment

Pixelworks has a news sentiment score of -0.17. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.86 average news sentiment score of Computer and Technology companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 2 news articles for Pixelworks this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.

Search Interest

11 people have searched for PXLW on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 38% compared to the previous 30 days.

Company Ownership

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Insider Trading: Selling Shares

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Pixelworks insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $22,598.00 in company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

Only 5.30% of the stock of Pixelworks is held by insiders.

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 21.37% of the stock of Pixelworks is held by institutions.

PXLW Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have PXLW shares performed this year?

Pixelworks' stock was trading at $8.7540 at the start of the year. Since then, PXLW shares have increased by 31.6% and is now trading at $11.52.

How were Pixelworks' earnings last quarter?

Pixelworks, Inc. (NASDAQ:PXLW) released its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, February, 12th. The semiconductor company reported ($1.08) earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of ($1.32) by $0.24. Pixelworks had a negative net margin of 82.36% and a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 300.58%.
Read the conference call transcript.

When did Pixelworks' stock split?

Pixelworks shares reverse split before market open on Monday, June 9th 2025.A 1-12 reverse split was announced. The number of shares owned by shareholders was adjusted after the market closes on Sunday, June 8th 2025. An investor that had 100 shares of stock prior to the reverse split would have 8 shares after the split.

Does Pixelworks have any subsidiaries?

Pixelworks subsidiaries include ViXS Systems, Equator Technologies Inc., Jaldi Semiconductor Corporation, nDSP Inc., Panstera Inc., Pixelworks Hong Kong Limited, Pixelworks Japan Inc., and others.

Who are Pixelworks' major shareholders?

Pixelworks' top institutional shareholders include Baird Financial Group Inc. (4.49%), Geode Capital Management LLC (0.98%) and Raymond James Financial Inc. (0.07%). Insiders that own company stock include Todd Debonis, Haley F Aman and Daniel Heneghan.
View institutional ownership trends.

How do I buy shares of Pixelworks?

Shares of PXLW stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of Pixelworks own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Pixelworks investors own include Humana (HUM), American Water Works (AWK), Voyager Therapeutics (VYGR), Waste Connections (WCN), The RMR Group (RMR), DiamondRock Hospitality (DRH) and AU Optronics (AUOTY).

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 2/12/2025
• Today: 9/10/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 11/11/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
• Sector: Computer and Technology
• Industry: ELEC COMP - SEMIC
• Sub-Industry: Electronic Equipment
• Current Symbol: NASDAQ:PXLW
• CIK: 1040161
• Web: www.pixelworks.com
• Phone: (503) 601-4545
• Fax: 408-200-9201
• Employees: 220
• Year Founded: 1997

Price Target and Rating

• Average Price Target for Pixelworks: $11.67
• High Price Target: $13.00
• Low Price Target: $10.00
• Potential Upside/Downside: +1.3%
• Consensus Rating: Buy
• Rating Score (0-4): 3.00
• Research Coverage: 3 Analysts

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): ($5.59)
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: -$28.72 million
• Net Margins: -82.36%
• Pretax Margin: -82.46%
• Return on Equity: -300.58%
• Return on Assets: -43.46%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 0.50
• Current Ratio: 2.80
• Quick Ratio: 2.35

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $43.21 million
• Price / Sales: 1.42
• Cash Flow: N/A
• Price / Cash Flow: N/A
• Book Value: $2.54 per share
• Price / Book: 4.54

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 5,340,000
• Free Float: 5,052,000
• Market Cap: $61.52 million
• Optionable: Optionable
• Beta: 1.68