TELs 550M Volume Surge to 210th Market Rank Defies 119 Stock Slide Amid Analyst Upgrades

On July 30, 2025, TE Connectivity (TEL) reported a trading volume of $0.55 billion, a 68.14% increase from the previous day, ranking 210th in market activity. The stock closed 1.19% lower, reflecting mixed market sentiment despite recent positive developments.

Analysts have raised price targets for TEL following strong third-quarter results. Bank of America and Evercore ISI upgraded their price targets to $220 and $200, respectively, citing AI-driven growth potential and improved margins. The company also projected AI-related revenue exceeding $800 million in 2025, with record operating margins and double-digit growth. Q3 earnings showed non-GAAP EPS of $2.27, surpassing estimates by $0.19, while revenue reached $4.53 billion, exceeding expectations by $210 million.

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