AT&T (T) Delivers Steady Q2 2026 Growth with +2.3% Revenue Increase and Fiber Momentum
Key Takeaways
- Revenues reached $31.6 billion, up 2.3% year over year.
- Adjusted EPS rose to $0.65 from $0.54 in the prior-year quarter.
- Advanced Connectivity service revenue grew 5.1% to $23.5 billion.
- Over 1 million Advanced Connectivity customers added, including strong fiber and fixed wireless net adds.
- Free cash flow increased to $4.7 billion.
- Company reiterates full-year 2026 guidance and accelerates share repurchases.
Why These Results Stand Out
AT&T’s second-quarter performance highlights ongoing execution on its strategy centered on fiber and wireless convergence. The focus on higher-value Advanced Connectivity services continues to support revenue growth and margin improvement in a competitive environment. I’m watching these updates closely for indications of sustained subscriber trends and progress on legacy network retirement, both of which tie directly into cash flow and plans for returning capital to shareholders.
Breaking Down the Reported Figures
AT&T reported second-quarter 2026 revenues of $31.6 billion, a 2.3% increase from $30.8 billion a year earlier. Diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.66 versus $0.62 previously, while adjusted EPS reached $0.65 compared with $0.54. Adjusted operating income totaled $7.5 billion, and adjusted EBITDA rose 5.2% to $12.3 billion. Free cash flow improved to $4.7 billion from $4.4 billion. The company added 646,000 Advanced Connectivity internet net adds and 432,000 postpaid phone net adds. Results came in ahead of expectations on subscriber growth and cash flow, with revenues and adjusted metrics generally in line with or above consensus estimates. I also checked this using Tickeron’s AI Screener to see how the stock compares to others in the industry.
Market Reaction and Investor Sentiment
Following the July 22 release, market sentiment stayed constructive as AT&T pointed to record quarterly net adds in converged services and reaffirmed its full-year outlook. Emphasis on faster share repurchases and continued fiber buildout helped bolster confidence in execution. Stock movement reflected approval of the subscriber momentum and cash flow gains, with only modest reaction to expected legacy revenue declines.
Using AI Tools to Put Results in Context
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Forward Outlook and Factors to Watch
AT&T reaffirmed its full-year 2026 outlook, including adjusted EPS in the $2.25 to $2.35 range and free cash flow of $18 billion or more. The company expects service revenue growth in the low-single-digit range and Advanced Connectivity service revenue growth of 5% or higher for the year.
Investors should watch progress toward the 40 million fiber locations target by year-end 2026 and the pace of legacy network decommissioning. Continued convergence between home internet and wireless services remains a key growth driver. Capital allocation updates, including the accelerated $10 billion share repurchase target for 2026, will also be important. Broader industry dynamics such as competitive pricing in wireless and fiber markets, along with regulatory developments around spectrum and network infrastructure, warrant attention in coming quarters.
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T in -4.98% downward trend, sliding for three consecutive days on September 17, 2026
Moving lower for three straight days is viewed as a bearish sign. Keep an eye on this stock for future declines. Considering data from situations where T declined for three days, in 157 of 273 cases, the price declined further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 58%.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for T moved out of overbought territory on September 04, 2026. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 36 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In 17 of the 36 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at 47%.
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In 27 of 63 cases where T's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 43%.
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on September 16, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on T as a result. In 45 of 83 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 54%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for T turned negative on September 04, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 58 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 25 of the 58 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 43%.
T broke above its upper Bollinger Band on September 14, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
Bullish Trend Analysis
Following a +2.53% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where T advanced for three days, in 192 of 314 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 61%.
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In 148 of 253 cases where T Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 58%.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 19 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (1.576) is normal, around the industry mean (10.721). P/E Ratio (8.383) is within average values for comparable stocks, (33.272). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.544) is also within normal values, averaging (7.755). Dividend Yield (0.044) settles around the average of (0.026) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.435) is also within normal values, averaging (5.777).
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 40 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 82, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 46 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 49 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. T’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 92 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
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