Qualcomm develops and commercializes semiconductor technologies and intellectual property for wireless communications and connectivity applications. The company's primary offerings include integrated circuits, system software, and licensing of essential wireless patents across 3G, 4G, and 5G standards. Its product portfolio spans mobile devices, automotive systems for connectivity and autonomous driving, Internet of Things devices, and edge networking infrastructure, alongside government technology and data center solutions.
The company operates three main business segments. Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT) designs and supplies semiconductors and software for mobile handsets, automotive connectivity systems, and IoT applications. Qualcomm Technology Licensing (QTL) generates revenue through patent licensing agreements with manufacturers implementing cellular standards. Qualcomm Strategic Initiatives (QSI) maintains venture capital investments in early-stage companies focused on 5G, artificial intelligence, automotive, cloud, and extended reality technologies.
Headquartered in San Diego, California, Qualcomm employs approximately 52,000 people globally and maintains a worldwide customer base spanning consumer electronics manufacturers, automotive suppliers, and IoT device makers. The company distributes its products and services across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, China, and other international markets, positioning it as a critical supplier in the wireless semiconductor and licensing ecosystem.
Fiscal years are as reported by the company and may not align with the calendar year. For example, Apple's FY 2024 ends in September 2024.
| Fiscal Year | EPS Diluted | EPS Basic | YoY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5.01 | $5.05 | -44.1% | |
| 2024 | $8.97 | $9.09 | +39.7% | |
| 2023 | $6.42 | $6.47 | -43.5% | |
| 2022 | $11.37 | $11.52 | +44.5% | |
| 2021 | $7.87 | $7.99 | +205.0% | |
| 2020 | $2.58 | $2.62 | +514.3% | |
| 2019 | $0.42 | $0.42 | +220.0% | |
| 2018 | $-0.35 | $-0.35 | -418.2% | |
| 2017 | $0.11 | $0.11 | -89.7% | |
| 2016 | $1.07 | $1.08 | +59.7% | |
| 2015 | $0.67 | $0.68 | -39.6% | |
| 2014 | $1.11 | $1.13 | -71.6% | |
| 2013 | $3.91 | $3.99 | +435.6% | |
| 2012 | $0.73 | $0.75 | +17.7% | |
| 2011 | $0.62 | $0.63 | +17.0% | |
| 2010 | $0.53 | $0.54 | -44.2% | |
| 2009 | $0.95 | $0.96 | — |
| Report Date | Filed | Accession Number | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-28 | 2025-11-05 | 0000804328-25-000085 | SEC ↗ |
| 2024-09-29 | 2024-11-06 | 0000804328-24-000075 | SEC ↗ |
| 2023-09-24 | 2023-11-01 | 0000804328-23-000055 | SEC ↗ |
| 2022-09-25 | 2022-11-02 | 0000804328-22-000021 | SEC ↗ |
| 2021-09-26 | 2021-11-03 | 0001728949-21-000076 | SEC ↗ |
| 2020-09-27 | 2020-11-04 | 0001728949-20-000067 | SEC ↗ |
| 2019-09-29 | 2019-11-06 | 0001728949-19-000072 | SEC ↗ |
| 2018-09-30 | 2018-11-07 | 0001728949-18-000095 | SEC ↗ |