NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:NXPI) is included in our list of the best rising tech stocks to buy now.
As of December 23, 2025, 90% of analysts remain bullish, setting a median price target of $265.00. The price target translates to an upside potential of 15.75%.
On December 21, 2025, Morgan Stanley published a research note on AI semiconductor stocks. As demand for computing continues to grow, the AI chip sector remains in the spotlight, the firm noted. Within this context, Morgan Stanley touched upon the analog chips sector, saying the outlook is slowly improving. In this sector, the firm expressed a preference for NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:NXPI), which offers a strong balance of growth and value, TheFly reported.
On December 19, 2025, Truist revisited the semiconductor and artificial intelligence group, adjusting its price targets after incorporating 2027 estimates. In its review, the firm discussed the challenges of sourcing the power required to operate AI infrastructure and securing financing for it. Despite these challenges, Truist describes AI infrastructure semiconductor stocks as cheap relative to their growth. Regarding diversified analog semiconductor stocks, the firm expects the group to see more upward revisions heading into 2026, with the AI capital expenditure surge continuing.
Within this recap, Truist also discussed NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:NXPI), raising its price target on the stock from $254 to $265, while reiterating a “Buy” rating.
NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:NXPI), a holding company, delivers semiconductor solutions, operating across China, Netherlands, United States, Singapore, Germany, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, and Other Countries.
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