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Texas Instruments is on the rise as it navigates a challenging semiconductor landscape.

Texas Instruments (NASDAQ:TXN) is gaining today, up 1.49% to close at CA$285.94. This positive movement comes amid a turbulent environment for semiconductor stocks, where many are facing significant selloffs due to rising competition and fears surrounding AI investments.

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TXN.US

Texas Instruments Incorporated

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↑ $47.82 (20.44%)
120 day period
$233.92$282.25$330.59Apr 22Jul 20Oct 12

Market cap

$257.30B

P/E

42.9x

Div. yield

1.98%

Div. / share

$5.62

52W high

$332.33

52W low

$150.20

1W change

-4.46%

Beta

1.34

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 36 analysts covering TXN · as of Oct 12, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast TXN stock price to rise 1001.8% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Buy

3.89 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$324.71

+1001.8% Upside

Current Price

C$29.47

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (36 analysts)

Strong Buy 17
Buy 2
Hold 15
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$196.04C$237.03C$278.01C$319.00C$359.99C$400.98TodayJun 4Aug 10Oct 12Nov 24Jan 7Feb 19

30-Day Vol

27.4%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

43.1%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-1.2%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$280.49

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$281.32C$255.92 – C$309.24
60 trading daysC$280.91C$245.73 – C$321.13
90 trading daysC$280.49C$238.09 – C$330.45

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 showing renewed confidence in Texas Instruments as it prepares to report quarterly earnings, with analysts expecting strong results and guidance that could surpass market expectations.

1.49% Gain

Texas Instruments' stock has risen by 1.49% today, reflecting investor optimism ahead of upcoming earnings.

Bull case

Texas Instruments is set for growth, driven by increasing demand for its analog chips, especially in AI infrastructure. Analysts expect the company to report strong quarterly results that might exceed current market forecasts.

Bear case

Despite today's gains, Texas Instruments operates in a volatile semiconductor market with significant competition from Chinese manufacturers. A broader selloff in the sector could pose risks to its future performance.

Market Context

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The semiconductor sector has been under pressure recently, with a notable selloff affecting many key players. Concerns over rising competition from Chinese manufacturers and fears surrounding the sustainability of AI investments have led to declines in stocks like Micron and Nvidia. However, Texas Instruments appears to be bucking this trend, gaining traction as it prepares for its earnings report.

Analyst Expectations

Analysts are optimistic about Texas Instruments' upcoming quarterly results, expecting revenue and earnings per share to hit the higher end of guidance. UBS has highlighted that Texas Instruments could gain market share in the analog space, which may provide a buffer against the broader market's volatility. This sentiment is reflected in the stock's performance today, as investors look forward to potential positive surprises in the earnings report.

Innovative Product Launches

Recently, Texas Instruments unveiled several innovative products aimed at enhancing AI data center operations. Their new analog-to-digital converter (ADC) is designed to enable real-time monitoring at unprecedented speeds, addressing critical challenges in power management and efficiency for AI workloads. Such advancements position Texas Instruments favorably in a competitive market, potentially driving further growth.


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Published: October 13, 2026
Last Updated: October 13, 2026

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