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Texas Instruments (TXN)

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+8.46 (2.98%)

as of Jul 21, 2026, 2:39:24 pm Market Open.

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Jul 21, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 4 opinions in the last 12 months.

Texas Instruments (TXN) has recently garnered attention from analysts, with one labeling it as a 'Top Pick' following a significant 43% increase. The company issued impressive guidance that resulted in a notable 10% jump in stock value, as it has been lagging behind other semiconductor stocks for years. Most of its revenue comes from industries like automotive and industrials, although its data center business is showing promising growth. However, despite these positive developments, some experts express caution regarding the stock's potential, noting that it has been range-bound for an extended period and could face challenges if it breaks below the $160 mark. Analysts highlight that, although TXN has strong fundamentals, it is currently seen as fully priced with little data center exposure compared to competitors.

Consensus

Cautious

Valuation

Fair Value

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BUY

It is a great company. However, it has been doing poorly, and it will continue this down trend because semi-conductor is too high.

TOP PICK

A clear leader. Stock has been under pressure because of the wireless side. Inventories are high. Trading at a low multiple now.

DON'T BUY

Trading at around 18 X next year's earnings. Has an excellent set of products but their main exposure is cell phones and their biggest customer is Nokia.

BUY

Off about 42% this year. Longer term, money will flow back into technology and this company will be at the front of the line.

DON'T BUY

There is a downtrend in place along with a bear channel. There's no indication that it is making a bottom.

TOP PICK

(Past top pick Mar 26/04. Down 22%.) Still likes it. No reason for it to have sold off. Diversified across a number of industries.

DON'T BUY

There are a number of downgrades in the semiconductor industry based on soft orders. The whole sector is facing soggy demand right now.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Very well-positioned in the hand set market. We'll have a 20% hit on earnings once they expense their options. Based on this, their valuation is not as attractive as Intel's. Would be interested at $1/2 lower.

WEAK BUY

Well-positioned in both HDTV and RFID but these areas are relatively small. To get a pure play, would look at others. Likes it for the long term. Short term, there is some concern on the wireless side.

DON'T BUY

Trades almost identically with the semiconductor index. The multiple on these stocks is out of whack with the earnings growth. Expects further weakness.

BUY

One of the best chip companies around. Has great technology. In the right area. There was a huge run-up in the semiconductor area and there is now a pullback. A good stock for a long-term hold.

BUY

Very well-positioned in a lot of the growth areas. Have dropped quite a bit because of the fears that Nokia their orders. Good price.

TOP PICK

Semiconductors are in a bull cycle. Estimates are being revised upwards for capital spending in telecoms, PC sales, handset sales and digital TV. This company should benefit from this.

TOP PICK

Has put together a good portfolio of products for this semiconductor cycle. A good time to buy.

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