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Texas Instruments (TXN) is experiencing a notable rise in its stock price, reflecting strong market sentiment and positive earnings outlook.

Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) is rising today, with shares up by 1.76% to close at CA$275.42. This increase comes on the heels of positive news surrounding the company's dividend increase and robust earnings projections.

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TXN.US

Texas Instruments Incorporated

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↓ $29.69 (-9.89%)
69 day period
$253.34$291.96$330.59Jun 17Aug 6Sep 24

Market cap

$247.17B

P/E

41.5x

Div. yield

2.06%

Div. / share

$5.62

52W high

$332.33

52W low

$150.20

1W change

+4.85%

Beta

1.31

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 37 analysts covering TXN · as of Sep 17, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast TXN stock price to rise 1053.1% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Buy

3.70 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$324.71

+1053.1% Upside

Current Price

C$28.16

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (37 analysts)

Strong Buy 14
Buy 2
Hold 19
Strong Sell 2
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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on TXN's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$163.11C$198.70C$234.30C$269.90C$305.50C$341.10TodayJun 17Aug 6Sep 24Nov 6Dec 20Feb 1

30-Day Vol

28.4%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

43.2%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-38.4%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$235.98

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$258.56C$234.46 – C$285.13
60 trading daysC$247.01C$215.10 – C$283.66
90 trading daysC$235.98C$199.20 – C$279.55

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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Investor takeaway: Investors are encouraged by Texas Instruments' solid financial performance and commitment to shareholder returns, as evidenced by the recent dividend hike and favorable earnings estimates.

1.76% Increase in Stock Price

Texas Instruments' stock has shown a robust performance with a year-over-year earnings growth estimate of 61.5% for the current quarter.

Bull case

The company recently approved a 7% increase in its quarterly dividend, marking 23 consecutive years of dividend raises. This signals strong cash flow and management's commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Bear case

Despite the positive outlook, Texas Instruments trades at a premium compared to its peers. This could pose risks if market conditions change or if the company fails to meet its earnings projections.

Positive Earnings Outlook

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Texas Instruments is expected to post earnings of $2.39 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +61.5%. The consensus estimate for the current fiscal year stands at $8.45, indicating a +55.1% increase from the previous year. This strong earnings growth is a key driver behind the stock's positive performance today.

Dividend Increase Signals Confidence

The recent 7% increase in Texas Instruments' quarterly dividend to $1.52 per share underscores the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders. With 23 consecutive years of dividend raises, this move highlights the strength of Texas Instruments' cash-generative business model, particularly in the analog and embedded semiconductor markets.

Market Performance and Valuation

Despite the positive momentum, Texas Instruments trades at a P/E ratio of 41.51, indicating that the stock is priced at a premium compared to its peers. Investors will need to monitor how the company manages its growth and whether it can sustain its earnings estimates in a competitive environment.


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Published: September 25, 2026
Last Updated: September 25, 2026

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