Why did QCOM fall today?

Shares slipped after a Mizuho downgrade and a cut in its price target to $175, alongside headlines about rising iPhone-related risk for the Apple supplier. Those inputs pressured near-term sentiment, leading traders to reduce exposure and reassess handset demand into 2026 positioning.

Is Mizuho’s price target below the current price?

Mizuho set a $175 target. QCOM last traded at $169.27, so the target is modestly above the current level. The downgrade signals reduced confidence in near-term upside even if there is some room to the target, keeping risk-reward more balanced.

What are the key technical levels to watch?

First support sits near the Bollinger lower band around $169.8, with resistance around the 50-day average near $173.8 and the $176 to $182.7 zone. RSI at 53.9 and ADX at 18 suggest a neutral trend, so news flow could drive breakouts.

When is Qualcomm’s next earnings report?

Qualcomm is scheduled to report on February 4, 2026. Investors will focus on handset demand, Apple mix, and commentary on diversification into automotive and edge AI. Guidance around unit trends and premium tiers will likely drive the near-term direction.

How should India-based investors approach QCOM now?

Consider staggered entries, modest position sizes, and ATR-based stops. Diversify across semis rather than relying on a single Apple iPhone supplier play. Monitor USDINR effects on returns and reassess after the February earnings print to align with updated guidance.

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QCOM Stock Today: January 13 Mizuho Cut, iPhone Risk Weigh on Shares

ByHuzaifa Zahoor January 13, 2026January 13, 2026

The qualcomm share price slipped as Mizuho downgraded the stock and cut its price target to $175, while reports highlighted rising iPhone-related risk for the Apple supplier. Nasdaq-listed QCOM traded lower amid concerns about handset demand and Apple exposure into 2026 positioning. For India-based investors tracking U.S. tech, today’s action sets up fresh near-term volatility. We break down the call, price levels, and what to watch ahead of the February earnings update.