$317.20Peak — highest point inside the window, not a realized return
$311.49Window close — end-of-window price, context only
What happened
Target reached
Reached its target in 84 days.
At window close
+12.2%
realized, from the publication price to the last close inside the window
Peak gain
+14.2%
peak, from the publication price — not a realized return
S&P 500, same window
+0%
SPY over the identical days, dividend-adjusted
Window close
$311.49
last close inside the window, ended November 4, 2026
Peak price
$317.20
peak on November 4, 2026 — not a realized return
Days to target
84
The thesis — published August 6, 2026
Predicted growth
+12%
over the measurement window
Target price
$309.47
the price the thesis aimed for
Entry zone
$267.38 – $275.31
the fair-value band we waited for
Price at publication
$277.66
published August 6, 2026
Confidence
64%
how strongly the data lined up
Timeframe
Short-term (0–3 months)
Texas Instruments looks positioned to benefit if the broader chip industry improves because its sales and profits are getting better and it sells into many steady markets like industry and cars. Price is near a short-term support area, but selling pressure and light trading mean the recovery is not yet confirmed. High valuation and debt keep conviction limited.
Primary drivers
Stronger profit results support a cyclical rebound
Sales to industrial and auto customers widen demand
Large analog business helps keep profit margins steady