Texas Instrument Stock Price, News & Analysis

The board of directors of Texas Instruments (Nasdaq: TXN) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.02 per share, payable on February 8, 2021, to stockholders of record on February 1, 2021. This dividend reflects Texas Instruments' ongoing commitment to return value to its shareholders, reinforcing its position as a stable investment within the semiconductor industry.

Texas Instruments has launched the BQ79616-Q1, an automotive battery monitor and balancer capable of high-accuracy voltage measurements in systems up to 800 V. This device aids compliance with Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) D, crucial for hybrid electric and electric vehicles. Key features include a patented 'wake-up-at-fault' capability, precise measurements with less than 2 mV error, and rapid diagnostics at 100 ms for battery failures. The product aims to enhance system reliability and reduce costs for automotive manufacturers.

Texas Instruments (Nasdaq: TXN) announced a significant breakthrough in electric vehicle (EV) battery management systems with the launch of its wireless BMS, which is the industry's highest-performing solution. This innovative system eliminates heavy cabling, enhancing vehicle reliability and efficiency. The FCC2662R-Q1 wireless microcontroller and BQ79616-Q1 battery monitor are central to this advancement, boasting over 99.999% network availability. TÜV SÜD has verified its compliance with Automotive Safety Integrity Level D, ensuring safety and reliability for automakers, which can speed up production and design flexibility.

Texas Instruments (TXN) will host a webcast for its Q4 and year-end 2020 earnings call on January 26, 2021, at 3:30 p.m. Central time. Senior executives Rafael Lizardi and Dave Pahl will present the company's financial results and engage with investors. The audio webcast can be accessed through the Investor Relations section of their website, with an archive available post-call. Texas Instruments specializes in manufacturing analog and embedded processing chips, serving various markets including industrial and automotive sectors.

Texas Instruments (TXN) has announced that its high-reliability (HiRel) semiconductor products are now available for immediate online purchase on TI.com, targeting aerospace and defense sectors. The inventory includes a variety of radiation-hardened products suitable for military and space applications. Key features include the option to select date and lot codes, immediate inventory access, and multiple currency payment options. TI's long-standing presence in aerospace electronics supports the quick supply of quality components, enabling faster project timelines for customers.

Texas Instruments' Chairman, President, and CEO Rich Templeton will present at the Credit Suisse 24th Annual Technology Conference on December 2 at 10:50 a.m. Eastern time. He will discuss the company’s business outlook and strategies for growth in the analog and embedded processing markets, followed by a Q&A session with analysts and investors. The conference will be accessible via a live audio webcast on the TI Investor Relations website and an archived replay will be available post-event.

Texas Instruments (TXN) has launched new 650-V and 600-V gallium nitride (GaN) field-effect transistors (FETs), enhancing its power management portfolio for automotive and industrial applications. These GaN FETs feature a 2.2-MHz integrated gate driver, providing twice the power density and 99% efficiency while reducing power magnetics size by 59%. The devices support up to 4 kW in half-bridge configuration and are expected to enable significant space savings in electric vehicle chargers and industrial power systems. Pre-production versions are available now, with volume production anticipated in early 2021.

Texas Instruments (TXN) has launched a new family of low-noise DC/DC switching regulators, the TPS62912 and TPS62913. These regulators provide a noise level of 20 µV_RMS and output voltage ripple of 10 µV_RMS, enabling significant power loss reductions of up to 76% and saving 36% in board space. With a peak efficiency of 97% and a power-supply rejection ratio of 65 dB, they streamline designs by eliminating the need for additional low-dropout regulators. Pre-production pricing starts at US$1.06 for TPS62912 and US$1.16 for TPS62913, with general availability expected in Q1 2021.

Texas Instruments reported Q3 2020 revenue of $3.82 billion, up 1% year-over-year and 18% sequentially, driven by automotive and personal electronics demand. Net income was $1.35 billion and earnings per share were $1.45. The company generated a strong free cash flow of $5.2 billion, representing 38% of revenue. TI plans to return $6.4 billion to shareholders through stock buybacks and dividends. For Q4, they forecast revenue between $3.41 billion and $3.69 billion.