2025-06-09-Jefferies-Alphawave_Semi（AWE）_高通183便士的现金收购报价_7页_100kb

Alphawave Semi Equity Research Summary

Key Recommendations

• Rating: BUY (Jefferies) with a 12-month price target of 160p (+7% upside from current price of 149.20p).
• Action: Acquisition by Qualcomm via court-approved scheme, expected to complete Q1 2026.

Deal Overview

• Qualcomm Offer: Cash offer of 183p per Alphawave share (equivalent to $2.48 billion), simplified for shareholders by converting to Qualcomm shares.
• Completion: Regulatory approvals required in the US, Germany, South Korea, Canada, and the UK (FDI approval granted after disposal of Chinese JV, WiseWave).
• Timeline: Acquisition expected in Q1 2026.

Company Description

• Alphawave Semi is a semiconductor IP provider licensing and selling IP for high-speed wired connectivity.
• Key applications: Data centers (e.g., AI, 5G infrastructure, autonomous vehicles).
• Founded 2017, listed in London; now headquartered in the UK.

Valuation and Risks

• Price Target: 160p based on FY26E PER of 24x and EV/sales of 3.3x.
• Market Cap: Approximately **$1.5 billion.
• Risks:
  • Regulatory hurdles (FDI approval secured; results below consensus or management downgrades could delay deal).
  • Qualcomm may withdraw bid or no alternative offers.

Analyst Notes

• Recommended on April 3, 2025, after Qualcomm confirmed interest. Deal expected to close at bid price.

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