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TE Connectivity Ltd(TEL)

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1-STAR RATING
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PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
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LAST CLOSE
$214.71
09/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for TEL

09/28/2026: TEL (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

TE Connectivity is a leading provider of highly engineered connectors and sensor solutions for harsh environments, serving critical infrastructure in the transportation, industrial, and communication sectors. The company is known for its wide-moat, specialized product applications that integrate deeply into customer systems. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the global expansion of electric vehicles and high-speed data center connectivity, which require its sophisticated hardware. Investors must monitor risks related to industrial cyclicality, competitive pricing, and global supply chain volatility. Given its balanced business model and consistent dividend payments, TE Connectivity often fits portfolios seeking a mix of stability and secular growth exposure within the industrial sector.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitTE offers steady growth tied to secular trends but lacks the explosive expansion profile of pure-play technology stocks.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum appeal is generally dependent on broader industrial sector cycles and favorable macro signals.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to its high-quality, stable earnings base.
Dividend investorStrong fitTE provides a reliable and growing dividend stream suitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorStrong fitIts diversified business model and strong balance sheet provide defensive characteristics compared to higher-volatility growth stocks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock is susceptible to fluctuations in industrial and automotive end-market demand.
Valuation riskLowHistorical valuation multiples remain generally disciplined, though market sentiment can influence pricing.
Competition risk (Industrial Components)Medium / highIntense competition from low-cost producers and innovation-heavy peers necessitates constant R&D spending.
Business qualityStrongTE possesses a wide competitive moat due to deep customer integration and mission-critical product applications.
Dividend incomeLowThe dividend is well-supported by cash flows, presenting minimal income-related risk.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful integration of acquisitions and optimization of a large global manufacturing footprint is required to maintain margins.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -12.99%
Avg. Invested days 39
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
TEL receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
TEL has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 18.7%) and solid profitability (net margin 10.8%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-42.3%), moderate revenue growth (+7.9%), very low insider ownership of 0.12%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
TEL's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $3.2B (18.7% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is TEL's strongest growth driver at +14.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-42.3%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 99.2% and approximately 99.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.12%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.95%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.58%
Dodge & Cox 5.86%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.74%
State Street Corp 4.46%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
TEL generates approximately $346 of gross profit, $188 of operating income, and $187 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 42.48%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
TEL has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 62.16B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 21.41
1Y Target Price 248.58
Price to earnings Ratio 21.41
1Y Target Price 248.58
Volume (30-day avg) 2.0M shares
Beta 1.16
52 Weeks Range 189.53 - 250.61
Updated Date 09/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 189.53 - 250.61
Updated Date 09/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.33%
Basic EPS (TTM) 10.03

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Transportation SolutionsConnectors and sensors for automotive and commercial vehicles.The primary revenue driver, benefiting from the global shift to electric vehicles.
Industrial SolutionsComponents for medical devices, factory automation, and energy.A key segment providing exposure to steady industrial and healthcare growth.
Communications SolutionsData center connectivity and high-speed cabling.Leverages the massive demand for cloud computing and AI infrastructure.
GeographySales across Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.Well-diversified geographic presence balances regional economic slowdowns.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 21.41
Forward PE 16.56
Enterprise Value 66.46B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.22
Enterprise Value 66.46B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.22
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.44
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.58
Shares Outstanding 289.51M
Shares Floating 289.00M
Shares Outstanding 289.51M
Shares Floating 289.00M
Percent Insiders 0.12
Percent Institutions 99.19

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About TE Connectivity Ltd

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 2007-07-02
CEO & Executive Director Mr. Terrence R. Curtin CPA
Sector Technology
Industry Electronic Components
Full time employees 90000
Full time employees 90000

TE Connectivity plc, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells connectivity and sensor solutions in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia"Pacific, and the Americas. The company operates through two reportable segments, Transportation Solutions and Industrial Solutions. It provides antennas, application tooling, cable assemblies, connectors, electromagnetic compatibility/electromagnetic interference solutions, energy and power, fiber optics, heat shrink tubing, identification and labeling, medical components, passive components, relays and contactors, sensors, switches, terminals and splices, wires and cables, and wire protection and management solutions. The company also offers training and other services, including 3D printing for production, back shells prototyping, electrical installation training, HarnWare software, machine tooling service and repair, medical device design services, microfluidic devices, and sensor manufacturing services as well as conducts automotive webinars. It serves 5G and wireless equipment, aerospace, appliances, automation and control, automotive, autosport, commercial and industrial vehicles, connected home, data centers and artificial intelligence, defense and military, energy solutions, e-mobility, industrial machinery, intelligent buildings, IoT connectivity, medical technologies, oil and gas/marine, personal electronics and wearable technology, rail, sensor applications, space, and other industries. The company was formerly known as Tyco Electronics Ltd. and changed its name to TE Connectivity plc in March 2011. TE Connectivity plc was founded in 1941 and is based in Ballybrit, Ireland.