Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI), a prominent player in the semiconductor industry, disclosed its financial performance for the fourth quarter of 2025 on January 27, 2026. The company reported a total revenue of
$4.42 billion, marking a
10% increase from the same quarter in 2024. However, it did experience a
7% decrease compared to the previous quarter, highlighting a typically cyclical nature in the semiconductor market.
The net income for this quarter stood at
$1.16 billion, which translates to
$1.27 per share. It's worth mentioning that this figure includes a
6-cent reduction that was not considered in the company's earlier guidance.
Haviv Ilan, TI's chairman, president, and CEO, commented on the company's overall performance, emphasizing the strength of its business model. He noted that the cash flow from operations reached a notable
$7.2 billion over the trailing twelve-month period, underscoring the quality of TI's product portfolio and the advantages of its
300mm production capabilities. Furthermore, the free cash flow during this timeframe was reported to be
$2.9 billion.
In terms of investments, TI committed
$3.9 billion towards research and development, as well as selling, general and administrative expenses (SGA), alongside
$4.6 billion earmarked for capital expenditures. Notably, the company returned
$6.5 billion to its shareholders in dividends and stock buybacks, demonstrating its commitment to shareholder value.
Looking forward, TI anticipates its revenue for the first quarter of 2026 to range between
$4.32 billion and $4.68 billion, with expected earnings per share between
$1.22 and $1.48. These projections reflect TI's ongoing adaptability in a dynamic market landscape.
Earnings Summary
The following table highlights TI's revenue and earnings performance:
| Financial Metric | Q4 2025 | Q4 2024 | Change |
|---|
| ---- | - | - | --- |
| Revenue | $4,423 | $4,007 | 10% |
| Operating Profit | $1,473 | $1,377 | 7% |
| Net Income | $1,163 | $1,205 | (3)% |
| Earnings Per Share | $1.27 | $1.30 | (2)% |
Cash Flow Analysis
Examining the cash generation indicators:
- - Cash flow from operations was recorded at $2.25 billion, contributing to an impressive $7.15 billion total for the year.
- - Free cash flow was calculated at $1.33 billion for the quarter, marking a 96% increase compared to the same quarter last year.
- - The proportion of free cash flow relative to revenue noted an increase to 16.6%, compared to 9.6% in Q4 2024.
Dividends and Shareholder Returns
TI has demonstrated a strong commitment to returning capital to its shareholders:
- - Dividends paid in Q4 2025 reached $1.29 billion.
- - An increase in stock repurchases amounted to $403 million, representing a 59% increase from the prior year.
- - Cumulatively, TI returned $1.69 billion in cash to shareholders, a 13% increase from the previous year’s total of $6.48 billion.
Overall, TI’s fourth-quarter results depict a resilient performance despite market fluctuations, coupled with substantial returns to its shareholders. The company's strategic investments and forward-looking outlook position it well for the upcoming quarters.
As the semiconductor industry continues to evolve, TI remains focused on innovation, operational efficiency, and catering to their growing customer base, particularly in the automotive and industrial domains. For more details about TI, visit
TI.com.