QCOM Upgrade: Daiwa Raises Price Target to $225 Amid AI Shift

Daiwa upgraded Qualcomm (QCOM) from Neutral to Outperform on May 8, 2026, increasing its price target from $140 to $225. This $85 increase is among the highest of the year, driven by Qualcomm's transition towards AI infrastructure and data center solutions. The company reported Q2 FY2026 revenue of $10.599 billion, a 3% decline year-over-year, with EPS of $2.65 exceeding expectations. CEO Cristiano Amon noted a forthcoming custom silicon engagement with a leading hyperscaler, supporting the positive outlook for QCOM ahead of the June 24 Investor Day.