Himax Technologies, Inc.
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Daily timeframeHimax Technologies, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, provides display imaging processing technologies in China, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, the United States, Mexico, and internationally. With a market capitalization of $2.23B, it sits in mid-cap territory. It operates in two segments, Driver IC and Non-Driver Products.
Market Cap
$2.23B
Beta
2.31
P/E (TTM)
67.37
P/E (Fwd)
12.80
EPS (TTM)
$0.19
EPS (Fwd)
$1.00
ROE
3.6%
ROA
1.3%
Cash
$287.6M
Total Debt
$595.2M
Free CF
-$18.1M
52W Change
34.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, HIMX has $287.6M in cash with $595.2M in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow is running at -$18.1M, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. Return on equity stands at 3.6%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 1.3% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has pulled back from $1.20B (2022) to $832.2M (2025), a 31% decline worth watching.
With a beta above 1.5, HIMX tends to amplify broader market moves — both up and down. This higher volatility means larger price swings are common. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing HIMX.