--- title: "Engaging In Options Activity, SMITH CARRIE COX Exercises Options Valued At $1.75M In Texas Instruments" type: "News" locale: "en" url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286585664.md" description: "On May 14, SMITH CARRIE COX, Director at Texas Instruments, exercised stock options for 8,838 shares valued at $1.75M, as reported in an SEC filing. Following this, Texas Instruments shares fell by 0.9% to $305.4. The company reported an 18.58% revenue growth but has a below-average EPS of 1.69 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.84, indicating financial challenges. The stock's P/E ratio is 52.68, suggesting an attractive valuation." datetime: "2026-05-15T15:02:04.000Z" locales: - [zh-CN](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/286585664.md) - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/286585664.md) - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/286585664.md) --- # Engaging In Options Activity, SMITH CARRIE COX Exercises Options Valued At $1.75M In Texas Instruments On May 14, it was revealed in an SEC filing that **SMITH CARRIE COX**, Director at **Texas Instruments** (NASDAQ:TXN) executed a significant exercise of company stock options. **What Happened:** A notable Form 4 filing on Thursday with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission revealed that COX, Director at Texas Instruments, exercised stock options for 8,838 shares of TXN, resulting in a transaction value of $1,751,633. The Friday morning update indicates **Texas Instruments** shares down by 0.9%, currently priced at $305.4. At this value, COX's 8,838 shares are worth $1,751,633. ### About Texas Instruments Dallas-based Texas Instruments generates over 95% of its revenue from semiconductors and the remainder from its well-known calculators. Texas Instruments is the world's largest maker of analog chips, which are used to process real-world signals such as sound and power. Texas Instruments also has a leading market share position in processors and microcontrollers used in a wide variety of electronics applications. ### Texas Instruments's Financial Performance **Revenue Growth:** Over the 3 months period, Texas Instruments showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of **18.58%** as of 31 March, 2026. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector. **Profitability Metrics:** - Gross Margin: The company sets a benchmark with a high gross margin of 58.01%, reflecting superior cost management and profitability compared to its peers. - Earnings per Share (EPS): With an EPS below industry norms, Texas Instruments exhibits below-average bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 1.69. **Debt Management:** Texas Instruments's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at **0.84**. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges. **Understanding Financial Valuation:** - Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/E ratio of 52.68, the stock indicates an attractive valuation, potentially presenting a buying opportunity. - Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The P/S ratio of 15.25 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for Texas Instruments's stock in relation to sales performance. - EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation & Amortization): Texas Instruments's EV/EBITDA ratio, lower than industry averages at 32.81, indicates attractively priced shares. **Market Capitalization:** Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges. ### Why Insider Transactions Are Key in Investment Decisions Investors should view insider transactions as part of a multifaceted analysis and not rely solely on them for decision-making. From a legal standpoint, the term "insider" pertains to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities as outlined in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to inform the public of their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction. A company insider's new purchase is a indicator of their positive anticipation for a rise in the stock. While insider sells may not necessarily reflect a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors. ### Essential Transaction Codes Unveiled Navigating through the landscape of transactions, investors often prioritize those unfolding in the open market, precisely detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A **P** in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while **S** signifies a sale. Transaction code **C** signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code **A** denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company. 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