Samsung launches three new foldable smartphones as it fends off Chinese rivals
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 09 2025
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Source: CNBC
New Foldable Smartphones Launch: Samsung has introduced three new folding smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, aiming to attract buyers amidst rising competition from Chinese brands. The devices feature advanced specifications, such as improved camera systems and AI capabilities.
Market Competition and Pricing: Samsung's market share in foldables has decreased, with significant competition from Honor and Oppo. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 starts at £1,799, while the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is priced from £1,049, and a cheaper version, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, starts at £849.
Analyst Views on QCOM
Wall Street analysts forecast QCOM stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for QCOM is 197.14 USD with a low forecast of 165.00 USD and a high forecast of 225.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
16 Analyst Rating
10 Buy
5 Hold
1 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 157.800
Low
165.00
Averages
197.14
High
225.00
Current: 157.800
Low
165.00
Averages
197.14
High
225.00
About QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated is engaged in the development and commercialization of foundational technologies for the wireless industry, including third generation (3G), fourth generation (4G) and fifth generation (5G) wireless connectivity, and high-performance and low-power computing, including on-device artificial intelligence. Its segments include Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT), Qualcomm Technology Licensing (QTL) and Qualcomm Strategic Initiatives. QCT develops and supplies integrated circuits and system software based on 3G/4G/5G and other technologies, including radio frequency front-end, digital cockpit and advanced driver assistance and automated driving, Internet of things including consumer electronic devices, industrial devices and edge networking products. QTL grants licenses or otherwise provides rights to use portions of its intellectual property portfolio that includes certain patent rights essential to and/or useful in the manufacture and sale of certain wireless products.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
