CEVA Reports Strong Q1 Licensing & Raises 2026 Revenue Guidance to High End of 8-12%

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CEVA Inc. reported an 11% year-over-year revenue increase in Q1 2026, driven by 18% growth in licensing, and raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to the higher end of 8%-12% growth.

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• Total Revenue Growth

  Total revenues for Q1 2026 increased 11% year-over-year to $27.0 million, compared to $24.2 million in Q1 2025.

• Strong Licensing Performance

  Licensing and related revenues grew 18% to $17.8 million, marking the strongest licensing quarter in three years. AI-related licensing represented over 20% of total licensing and related revenues.

• Raised Full-Year Guidance

  The company increased its overall 2026 revenue growth guidance to the higher end of 8%-12% year-over-year.

• Improved Operating Cash Flow

  Net cash used in operating activities decreased to $4.9 million in Q1 2026, an improvement from $7.4 million used in Q1 2025.

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This quarterly report highlights CEVA's strong performance in licensing, particularly in AI-related technologies, which now account for over 20% of licensing revenue. The company's strategic focus on "Physical AI" is gaining traction, evidenced by 14 new IP licensing agreements, including multi-technology engagements. Despite an increased net loss, operating cash flow improved significantly, and the raised full-year revenue guidance signals management's confidence in continued growth. The stock is trading near its 52-week high, and this positive outlook, especially the guidance, provides support for the current valuation.