Texas Instruments Inc (NASDAQ:TXN) released its financial results for the first quarter of 2024, showcasing a mixed performance that exceeded revenue estimates but fell short in other key areas. The leading global semiconductor company reported a revenue of $3.66 billion, surpassing analyst expectations of $3.61 billion. However, this figure represented a 16% decrease from the previous year, highlighting the challenges faced by the company in a volatile market.
Net income for the quarter totaled $1.11 billion, exceeding estimates of $982.79 million but reflecting a significant 35% decline from the previous year. Earnings per share reached $1.20, including a 10-cent benefit from items not in the original guidance, surpassing the estimate of $1.07. Operating profit was recorded at $1.29 billion, reflecting a 34% decrease from the prior year.
Despite these financial challenges, Texas Instruments demonstrated its commitment to long-term growth through strategic investments in research and development and capital expenditures. The company returned $4.8 billion to shareholders through dividends and stock repurchases over the past 12 months, highlighting its strong financial management strategies.
Looking ahead, Texas Instruments provided an outlook for the second quarter of 2024, expecting revenue to be between $3.65 billion and $3.95 billion, with earnings per share ranging from $1.05 to $1.25. The company remains focused on maintaining its market leadership position and generating value for shareholders amidst ongoing market challenges and opportunities in the semiconductor industry.