Qualcomm Profit Margin

Qualcomm (QCOM) currently reports a profit margin of 31.6% as of September 2026. That compares with 12.51% in the prior-year period — up 152.6% year over year. That is below the Technology sector average of 38.05%. Use the charts on this page to explore Qualcomm's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Qualcomm's profit margin increased from 12.51% to 31.6% — a 152.6% year-over-year increase (period ending September 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Qualcomm's profit margin of 31.6% is lower than the Technology sector average of 38.05%. That is roughly 16.9% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Qualcomm's current 31.6% should be judged against Technology norms (sector average: 38.05%) and against QCOM's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 31.6%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Technology average is 38.05%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Qualcomm, and consider following QCOM for alerts when major investors trade the stock.