National Semiconductor (NSM) is an OEM of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. Forward guidance is for a revenue increase of 2-9% in the first quarter.
Management has refocused R&D into areas that should drive margins. It has also initiated a massive restructuring program to further lower the break-even point.
Although National has been negatively impacted by the recession, the business continues to exhibit the necessary ingredients for a strong comeback. We are reiterating our Buy rating on NSM shares.Zacks Investment Research
