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AT&T added over 1 million internet and wireless customers for a second straight quarter. Internet additions hit a quarterly record.

AT&T added over 1 million internet and wireless customers for the second straight quarter, with record internet additions. The company updated its 2026 outlook, raising adjusted EPS expectations and lowering long-term capital investment. Revenues rose 5.3% year-over-year to $32.3 billion, with adjusted EPS at $1.29. AT&T plans to reach over 60 million fiber locations by 2030 and expects strong free cash flow through 2028.

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Published Oct 21, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC
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Relevance
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$TBullishHigh
01

Why it matters

The earnings beat and guidance raise expectations for cash flow and dividend sustainability.

02

Market read

Large-cap telecom earnings with upgraded guidance provide a clear trading catalyst.

03

What to watch

Potential impact of the pending AT&T Mexico sale and legacy copper network phase-out.

Relevance 9/10Novelty 9/10Timing: today

Background

AT&T's Q3 2026 earnings release includes record customer additions and revised outlook.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$TBullishHigh confidence
Context

AT&T reported Q3 2026 results with record 1M+ net adds and raised its 2026 adjusted EPS outlook.

Expected impact

likely upward pressure as investors price in higher EPS and continued buybacks

Evidence & confidence

New earnings numbers and guidance are primary disclosure for a large-cap telecom; market typically reacts positively to beat and guidance upgrades.

Market effects

Telecom sector may see a lift as AT&T's fiber expansion signals growth potential.

U.S. market could see modest gains in communication services stocks.

Limited; primarily U.S. telecom investors.

Counterpoint

Higher capital investment guidance could pressure margins, suggesting caution.

Key entities

  • John Stankey

    AT&T Chairman and CEO who quoted the results.

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