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TMUST-Mobile US, Inc.

NasdaqGS · Communication Services · Mkt cap $166.8B · Avg vol 5.30M

$157.64

+10.35 (+7.03%)

Quote as of October 30, 2026, 2:23 PM ET

News Impact Report · Published October 30, 2026, 10:13 AM ET

TMUS: T-Mobile Posts $8.89B Q3 2026 Net Income, Discloses Executive Change

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Filed with the SEC on October 28, 2026 | Price: $154.37 | Today's Change: +4.80%


What Happened

T-Mobile US, Inc. filed two 8-K reports with the SEC on October 28, 2026, together covering two distinct events: the release of its Q3 FY2026 financial results (Items 2.02 and 9.01) and a board or executive-level personnel change (Item 5.02). On the financial side, T-Mobile reported Q3 2026 revenue of $63.975 billion and net income of $8.889 billion, with operating income reaching $14.543 billion for the quarter. Diluted earnings per share came in at $7.82 and basic EPS at $7.84. The simultaneous Item 5.02 filing signals a change in directors or principal officers, the specific details of which are contained in that accompanying disclosure.


Why It Matters

The headline financial numbers are striking. A quarterly net income figure of nearly $8.9 billion represents a substantial level of profitability for a U.S. wireless carrier, and the $14.5 billion in operating income underscores the operating leverage T-Mobile has built into its business. Revenue of $63.975 billion on a quarter-to-date basis reflects continued top-line momentum. For investors, these figures confirm that the company's post-merger integration and network buildout are translating into tangible bottom-line results rather than merely revenue growth. The concurrent executive or board change disclosed under Item 5.02, while separate in nature, adds an element of corporate governance news that investors will want to scrutinize — leadership continuity or transition at a company in an active growth phase is always a consideration worth monitoring.


Analysis

The stock's 4.80% move on the day of the report suggests the market is responding positively to these results — though investors should note the filing date is October 28, 2026, and context around prior-quarter comparisons and guidance language (not contained in the structured XBRL data provided here) would be needed to fully frame the beat or miss. What stands out structurally is the operating income margin implied by these figures: $14.543 billion in operating income against $63.975 billion in revenue represents an operating margin of roughly 22.7%, which is a meaningful indicator of cost discipline and pricing power in a competitive carrier environment.

The executive change filed simultaneously under Item 5.02 is worth watching. Depending on the seniority and function of the individual involved, leadership transitions can signal strategic pivots, succession planning, or operational restructuring. Investors should read the full 5.02 disclosure carefully for named individuals and effective dates.

StockWatch has existing initiating coverage on TMUS — this earnings disclosure and the executive change are the kind of near-term developments that provide further data points against the strategic thesis outlined in that September 2026 coverage.

Key figures at a glance:

  • Q3 2026 Revenue: $63.975B
  • Q3 2026 Net Income: $8.889B
  • Q3 2026 Operating Income: $14.543B
  • Diluted EPS: $7.82
  • Basic EPS: $7.84

Disclaimer

This report is a news and informational summary based on data contained in T-Mobile US's SEC filings and publicly available structured XBRL data. It does not constitute investment advice, a solicitation, or an offer to buy or sell any security. No investment rating or price target is issued or implied herein. Readers should conduct their own due diligence and consult a qualified financial adviser before making any investment decisions. Past financial performance is not indicative of future results.

Existing Coverage

StockWatch has full coverage on TMUS, published 2026-09-17. Read our Initiating Coverage →

Source

Filed with the SEC on 2026-10-28. Read the original filing on EDGAR: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1283699/000128369926000128/tmus-20261028.htm

Other filings for the same event:

StockWatch initiated coverage · September 17, 2026

TMUS: T-Mobile's Post-Sprint Scale Meets a Maturing Growth Story

Deep value in a defensive compounder. At $171.39, TMUS trades at roughly 17.9x trailing EPS of $9.55, near the low end of its post-merger valuation band and well below its 52-week high of $242.37. With a beta of just 0.33, T-Mobile offers equity-like returns with bond-like volatility, an unusual combination in a market where defensive cash flows typically command premium multiples. Scale economics are still underappreciated. The company's 1072.67M shares outstanding against a $183.5

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Key Data

Last

$154.37

P&L ($)

+$7.08

P&L (%)

+4.80%

Day Range

$149.71 - $156.79

Volume

1.85M

Market Cap

$166.8B

Previous Close

$147.29

Open

$150.00

52 Week Range

$143.75 - $224.75

Shares Outstanding

1.06B

Public Float

480.21M

Average Volume

5.30M

As of October 30, 2026, 10:57 AM ET

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