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Texas Instruments posts strong Q3 results with robust free cash flow and upbeat Q4 guide

Oct 21, 2026, 4:09 PM EDT2 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Strong beat on revenue and earnings, emerging strength in industrial/auto/DC markets, plus robust free cash flow and CHIPS Act benefits bolster cash returns and potential multiple expansion.

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Texas Instruments reported Q3 revenue of $6.06 billion and EPS of $2.62, up 28% year over year. The company cited broad, durable demand across industrial, automotive, and data-center end markets, supported by strong free cash flow and CHIPS Act incentives. Guidance for Q4 implies continued growth and profitability, signaling potential near-term upside for TXN shares aided by cash returns to shareholders.

  • Q3 revenue $6.06B; up 28% YoY. EPS $2.62, includes a 1-cent tweak.
  • Industrial, automotive, and data-center demand broad-based; sequential revenue +11%.
  • Trailing 12-month free cash flow $8.4B; cash flow from operations $9.9B.
  • Q4 outlook: revenue $5.80–$6.30B; EPS $2.45–$2.79.

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