SPGI · News · 20260912N

Ratings performance

S&P Global Inc. · 2026-09-12 · Importance 42 · Surprise 64

S&P Global Ratings revised MaxLinear Inc.’s outlook to positive from negative while affirming its ‘B’ rating. The action reflected increased demand for optical infrastructure and AI data-center products. MaxLinear’s infrastructure revenue grew 141% year over year in the first half of 2026, and S&P indicated a potential upgrade to ‘B+’ if revenue growth and profitability continue.

Key facts

• S&P Global Ratings revised its outlook on MaxLinear Inc. to positive from negative, affirming its 'B' rating. source
• S&P Global Ratings projects improved adjusted gross leverage and EBITDA margins for MaxLinear and indicated a potential upgrade to 'B+' if revenue growth and profitability are sustained. source
• S&P Global Ratings said the outlook revision was driven by increased demand for optical infrastructure and AI data center products. source