NYSE:MSI

Motorola (MSI)

463.66
+0.68 (0.15%)
as of Sep 9, 2026, 6:13:07 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 4 opinions in the last 12 months.

Motorola (MSI-N) has shown resilience over the years, maintaining a strong position in the communications and security sectors. While the company's software management and AI-related challenges are a concern, two of its three primary business segments are performing well. Despite experiencing fluctuations in its stock price, the overall underlying business quality remains high. Analysts suggest that while the stock experienced a notable decline recently, especially as high-multiple growth stocks face pressures from rising long-term rates, the opportunity to buy on dips makes it an intriguing long-term investment. With a solid analyst price target set at $509.88, there is a general sense of optimism about the stock's future potential.

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Buy
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Fair Value
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DON'T BUY
Not a fan. They came out with the razor phone, but didn't have any follow-up. Their competitors are gaining market share.
WEAK BUY
New product portfolio isn't strong enough to get the stock moving. They've tried to expand into India and China, but Nokia has that market already. Even so he says it's a strong stock, but he thinks you should buy Nokia instead.
DON'T BUY
Used to own it. Major negetive revisions. Wouldn't touch it.
BUY
Few missteps, which dropped the stock. If profit margins only get back to half of what they used to be, it will have considerable upside. On asset value, 30% of the total value of the company is in cash giving downside protection.
DON'T BUY
This is a company that is clearly in trouble. Can't see any light at the end of the tunnel. Would buy Nokia (NOK-N) instead.
DON'T BUY
Just warned and the stock dropped over 6%. Chinese handset manufacturers are coming out with $25 phones, which is tough to compete with.
DON'T BUY
The razor phones were very hot, which is why stock did so well. However, that was last year's product and you don't buy a stock because of one hot product. They just warned on earnings creating a further drop. They have a lot more work to do.
BUY
This will rise or fall on its cell phone business. This area is a real dogfight. Luckily, it's a big market and there may be room for everybody. Almost a fashion accessory now. A much better company that was a decade ago. Can see a lot of risk under $20.
BUY
Model price came down to $23 after they issued a profit warning. This is a 24% positive differential.
DON'T BUY
Has the same problem as other cell phone companies. The cell phone market is growing but the prices are dropping.
DON'T BUY
Recently pre-announced a lower quarter and lower margins. Competitive market for cell phones is very fierce.
DON'T BUY
Pretty good company. Has gone through a nice comeback in cell phones. This is almost a fashion business and it is hard to see the sustainability. If you want something in this area, he would prefer a Cisco (CSCO-Q) or Microsoft (MSFT-Q).
DON'T BUY
Not the right stage in the cycle.
BUY
A lot of competition and the low-end market is getting lots of sales, which lower the margins. Also some inventory overhang, Transition to 3G has not been as smooth as had been hoped. With the low P/E, it’s a good place to park some money.
HOLD
Spending is slowing down in the sector. Don’t have the same killer products that they had. Have gone through the major part of their restructuring. No great outlook in the short term, but wouldn’t sell. Good solid long-term company in the area that’s growing.
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