AT&T shares gain as Q2 earnings top forecasts, subscriber growth accelerates

AT&T shares have increased following the release of Q2 2026 earnings, which exceeded market forecasts. This financial performance was primarily driven by an acceleration in subscriber growth. The company reported results that beat expectations, leading to a positive reaction in the stock market. The growth in the subscriber base played a critical role in the company achieving these results, ensuring that the quarterly earnings surpassed the initial projections set by analysts for the period.