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Texas Instruments Stock Slides After Earnings, Guidance Disappoint Analysts

Texas Instruments reported weaker-than-expected quarterly results and provided disappointing guidance, sending shares down over 6%. Wall Street analysts responded with divided views, with some seeing a buying opportunity while others anticipate further declines.

Earnings Miss and Weak Guidance Trigger Stock Decline

Texas Instruments reportedly fell short of earnings expectations and provided disappointing fourth-quarter guidance, according to recent financial reports. The chipmaker’s shares dropped approximately 6.5% on Wednesday, marking their worst performance since July, after the company announced earnings per share of $1.48 for the previous quarter, slightly below the $1.49 consensus estimate. Sources indicate the company’s fourth-quarter EPS guidance range of $1.13 to $1.39 also came in below analysts’ expectations of around $1.41 per share.

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U.S. Seeks to Counter China’s Influence in Argentina Through Financial Aid Negotiations

The Trump administration is reportedly pushing Argentina to restrict China’s access to critical minerals and resources while negotiating a massive financial rescue package. Sources indicate these talks include discussions about expanded U.S. access to Argentina’s uranium supplies as Washington aims to counter Beijing’s growing influence in South America.

U.S. Leverages Financial Support in Argentina-China Relations

The United States is reportedly attempting to drive a wedge between Argentina and China while simultaneously coordinating a substantial financial rescue package for the South American nation, according to exclusive reports. Sources familiar with the discussions indicate that the Trump administration is pushing Argentine officials to limit China’s influence and resource access during negotiations for a $40 billion lifeline involving Wall Street banks.