AT&T beats estimates but stock falls premarket
AT&T (T) reported Q3 earnings of $0.65 per share, beating estimates by $0.05, with revenue of $32.3B, up 5.3% YoY. The company raised its 2026 adjusted EPS outlook to $2.40 and reduced long-term capital investment forecasts. Shares fell 3.3% premarket. AT&T added 1M+ Advanced Connectivity customers, with service revenue up 6.1% YoY. Adjusted EBITDA rose 5.4% to $12.5B, and free cash flow was $5.0B. The company plans to maintain its annual dividend of $1.11 per share.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The earnings beat and guidance raise are offset by a 3.3% premarket decline, indicating mixed market sentiment.
Market read
First report of AT&T's earnings and guidance; significant for telecom investors.
What to watch
Strong subscriber growth and free cash flow generation could support longer-term upside.
Background
AT&T's Q3 results include $32.3B revenue, $0.65 EPS, and a $2.40 FY2026 EPS outlook.
Ticker impact
AT&T reported Q3 earnings beating estimates and raised FY2026 EPS guidance, but shares fell 3.3% premarket.
likely further downside as investors weigh guidance raise against reduced capex outlook
Fresh earnings data and guidance are primary news; market reaction already negative, suggesting continued pressure.
Market effects
Telecom sector may see broader scrutiny on capex reductions.
U.S. large-cap indices could dip slightly on AT&T's move.
Limited; primarily affects U.S. telecom exposure.
Counterpoint
Guidance raise may outweigh capex cut, offering a buying opportunity on dip.
Key entities
- ExecutiveJohn Stankey
AT&T Chairman and CEO who commented on growth.

