Texas Instruments Faces Headwinds as Automotive Chip Demand Lags Broader Recovery

While the semiconductor industry shows tentative signs of emerging from its cyclical downturn, one critical segment continues to drag on performance: automotive chips. This sector represents a significant vulnerability for Texas Instruments, whose shares face persistent pressure despite delivering solid quarterly earnings and committing billions to future manufacturing capacity.

The Dallas-based chipmaker reported second-quarter earnings that comfortably exceeded analyst projections, with earnings per share reaching $1.41 compared to the anticipated $1.32. However, the company’s forward-looking guidance revealed deeper concerns about market conditions. Texas Instruments projected current-quarter revenue would land between $4.45 billion and $4.80 billion, with EPS expected in the range of $1.36 to $1.60.

Chief Financial Officer Rafael Lizardi provided context for these cautious projections, noting that while four of the company’s... Read more...