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NXP Q3 beat, big buyback adds support; Q4 guide hints slower growth

Oct 27, 2026, 5:38 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The stock sold off after-hours despite a solid beat, due to Q4 guidance implying slower growth and potential discount to expectations; the large buyback may cushion downside but is not enough to overcome near-term softness.

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NXP Semiconductors posted a Q3 revenue of $3.786B, up 19% year over year, with adjusted EPS of $4.20, beating expectations. The company announced a new $5B share buyback (in addition to $1.3B remaining), signaling aggressive capital return. Guidance for Q4 calls for revenue of $3.75–$3.95B and EPS of $4.14–$4.58, indicating slower growth than Q3 despite strong automotive, industrial and data center momentum.

  • NXPI Q3 revenue $3.786B, +19% YoY; EPS $4.20 beat est $4.09.
  • Guidance: Q4 rev $3.75-3.95B; EPS $4.14-4.58; growth 12-18% YoY.
  • New $5B buyback authorization added to prior $1.3B remaining.
  • Shares fall ~8% after hours; NXPI trades around $233, 52-week range $183-$339.95.

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