Why Shares of AT&T (T) Are Rising Today

AT&T Surges After Beating Earnings Expectations

AT&T (NYSE:T) saw its stock price climb by 5.6% during afternoon trading following the release of its fourth-quarter 2025 financial results, which exceeded analyst predictions.

The telecommunications giant reported revenue of $33.47 billion, representing a 3.6% year-over-year increase and surpassing Wall Street forecasts. Earnings per share under GAAP came in at $0.53, well above the anticipated $0.46. This stronger-than-expected performance in both revenue and profit appeared to boost investor confidence, even though the company noted some challenges, such as a decline in its free cash flow margin compared to the previous year.

Market Reaction and Recent Stock Movements

AT&T’s stock typically experiences low volatility, with only two instances in the past year where the price moved more than 5%. Today’s notable increase suggests investors view the latest earnings as significant, though it may not dramatically alter the overall outlook for the company.

One of the most significant events in the past year occurred five months ago, when AT&T shares fell 1.9% after EchoStar revealed plans to sell its spectrum licenses to SpaceX. This nearly $17 billion transaction raised concerns about heightened competition, as SpaceX’s expansion into satellite-based services could pose a threat to established telecom providers like AT&T.

Since the start of the year, AT&T’s stock has declined by 1.4%. Currently trading at $24.20 per share, the stock is 18.3% below its 52-week high of $29.62 reached in September 2025. For context, a $1,000 investment in AT&T five years ago would now be valued at $840.42.

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