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Why ON Semiconductor stock is skyrocketing today

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ON Semiconductor's shares surged following a major acquisition announcement.

ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) is rising today, with shares up by 6.08% to close at CA$84.95. This uptick comes after a significant corporate development that has captured the attention of investors.

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ON Semiconductor Corporation

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↓ $32.84 (-29.08%)
74 day period
$66.60$99.08$131.55Jun 17Aug 11Oct 1

Market cap

$29.93B

P/E

50.9x

52W high

$134.92

52W low

$44.56

1W change

+9.47%

Beta

2.00

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 31 analysts covering ON · as of Sep 25, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast ON stock price to rise 29.5% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Buy

3.97 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$103.69

+29.5% Upside

Previously C$103.84 on Sep 21, 2026

Current Price

C$80.08

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (31 analysts)

Strong Buy 14
Buy 3
Hold 13
Sell 1
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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on ON's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$33.90C$54.22C$74.54C$94.86C$115.18C$135.50TodayJun 17Aug 11Oct 1Nov 13Dec 27Feb 8

30-Day Vol

54.4%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

79.0%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-50.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$66.98

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$75.45C$62.53 – C$91.04
60 trading daysC$71.09C$54.51 – C$92.72
90 trading daysC$66.98C$48.38 – C$92.73

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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Investor takeaway: The acquisition of Synaptics for $123 per share in cash signals ON Semiconductor's aggressive growth strategy, potentially enhancing its market position and earnings.

6.08%

ON Semiconductor's stock has gained 6.08% today, reflecting strong market confidence following its acquisition announcement.

Bull case

The acquisition is expected to boost ON Semiconductor's non-GAAP EPS right away, which could lead to increased investor confidence and further stock appreciation.

Bear case

However, there are concerns about integration challenges and the financial implications of the cash acquisition, which could weigh on investor sentiment in the long run.

Acquisition Announcement

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ON Semiconductor announced it will acquire Synaptics for $123 per share, a deal valued at approximately $5.7 billion. This revised agreement replaces a prior all-stock deal and is expected to enhance ON's capabilities in the semiconductor market.

Market Reaction

The market reacted positively to the news, with ON Semiconductor's stock jumping over 6% in value. Investors are optimistic about the potential for increased earnings and market share as a result of this strategic acquisition.

Future Outlook

As ON Semiconductor moves forward with the acquisition, investors will be watching closely for updates on integration plans and financial performance. The deal is anticipated to close by mid-2027, and its impact on earnings will be a key focus.


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Published: October 2, 2026
Last Updated: October 2, 2026

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