Chip designers and software giants tend to hog the spotlight in the artificial intelligence (AI) hyper-build. Yet beneath the surface of these household names, a robust ecosystem of less heralded companies is quietly laying the groundwork for AI's explosive growth. These are the "hidden gems" -- businesses with critical, often foundational, contributions that make the AI revolution possible.While many investors flock to the obvious players, shrewd eyes are turning toward those supplying the "picks and shove ...

SHANGHAI, China, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GDS Holdings Limited (“GDS Holdings”, “GDS” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: GDS; HKEX: 9698), a leading developer and operator of high-performance data centers in China, today announced that the China Securities Regulatory Commission (“CSRC”) and Shanghai Stock Exchange have approved the registration and launch of an initial public offering (“IPO”) for its China REIT (“C-REIT”). The transaction involves the sale by GDS of 100% equity interest in a project compan ...

Core Insights - The global technology infrastructure is undergoing significant development, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI), leading to a substantial increase in data center construction [1] - The data center construction market is projected to grow from $240 billion in 2024 to $456 billion by 2030, while the AI server market could increase to $430 billion by 2033 [1] Company Analysis: Applied Digital - Applied Digital is a small company with $221 million in trailing-12-month revenue and a market cap of $2.2 billion, focusing on building and operating data centers [4] - The company has 286 megawatts of capacity for crypto mining at two locations in North Dakota, currently operating at full capacity [5] - Although not yet profitable, Applied Digital is expected to achieve profitability as new facilities open and revenue increases, with a new facility in Ellendale, North Dakota, scheduled for Q4 2025 [6] - A partnership with Macquarie Asset Management involves an investment of up to $5 billion to expand its Ellendale campus, allowing for over 2 gigawatts of data center capacity [7] - The potential sale of its cloud hosting business, which constitutes a third of its revenue, could enable Applied Digital to focus on its data center business and possibly transition to a data center real estate investment trust (REIT) [8] - Revenue grew by 22% year over year in Q1, indicating a positive outlook for the company [8] Company Analysis: Dell Technologies - Dell Technologies is a leading supplier of servers globally, with its server business expected to surpass its PC business in the coming years [9] - Revenue from infrastructure solutions, including AI-optimized servers, grew by 12% year over year in Q1, making up 44% of total revenue [10] - The server and networking revenue increased by 16%, with segment operating income rising by 36% compared to the previous year [10] - Order bookings for AI servers reached $12 billion last quarter, exceeding all shipments from the previous fiscal year, with a backlog of $14.4 billion [11] - Despite a total revenue growth of only 5% year over year, improving margins in the infrastructure segment led to a 17% increase in earnings per share [13] - The stock trades at a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of around 12.5, reflecting sluggish growth in the PC business but indicating potential for higher returns as the infrastructure business expands [12][14]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the significant rise in A-share computing hardware stocks driven by overseas sentiment, with the CSI Big Data Industry Index increasing by 1.37% and notable gains in individual stocks such as Hengsheng Electronics (up 6.72%) and Zhongke Shuguang (up 5.00%) [1] - Nvidia's annual shareholder meeting reassured investors about the strong demand in the AI sector, indicating that the large-scale upgrade of AI infrastructure in the computing industry is just beginning, which contributed to Nvidia's stock price rising by 4.3% and reaching a market capitalization of $3.77 trillion [1] - The global demand for data centers is expected to grow, with the number of large data centers operated by hyperscale operators projected to double in five years, reaching 1,136 by the end of 2024, according to Synergy Research Group [1] Group 2 - The Data ETF (516000) serves as a barometer for the big data industry, closely tracking the CSI Big Data Industry Index and covering the entire industry chain of big data storage, analysis, and application [2] - The wave of interconnected computing is reshaping the industry landscape, enhancing efficiency in data storage and accelerating model training and algorithm iteration in the analysis field, which improves data insight precision and depth [2] - Computing power is driving the implementation of innovative applications in demanding fields such as financial investment and intelligent driving, overcoming technical bottlenecks and expanding the boundaries of the big data industry [2]

So this year, as CNBC searches for our top state for business, Scott Con is visiting what could be the biggest data center yet. It's being backed by META, and it's going to require a lot of electricity to run it. Scott is at the construction site in Richland Parish, Louisiana with a very special guest.Scott, hey, Brian. Yeah, 10 billion dollars they're pumping into this. It is a big deal.This will be the largest data center uh in the Western Hemisphere at least. And we're about to talk to someone who was in ...

Core Insights - Takanock, LLC has secured $500 million in capital commitments from ArcLight and DigitalBridge to enhance power infrastructure solutions for data centers in constrained markets [1][2][6] - The company aims to address critical energy constraints faced by data centers, particularly in Tier I and II markets, by providing innovative and scalable power solutions [2][9] Company Overview - Takanock was established in 2023 to tackle power shortages that limit data center development [2][8] - The company focuses on integrated power solutions that enhance grid stability and support renewable energy integration [9] Leadership and Expertise - Takanock is led by Kenneth Davies, who has extensive experience in energy and digital infrastructure, previously founding Google Energy and heading Microsoft's renewable strategy [3][4] - The leadership team's expertise is crucial for delivering innovative solutions to the power challenges in the data infrastructure sector [3][4] Strategic Partnerships - The partnership with ArcLight and DigitalBridge is significant for operationalizing digital power solutions in premier data center markets [4][5] - ArcLight and DigitalBridge bring operational capabilities and industry connectivity that will help Takanock accelerate time to power for new data center deployments [4][5] Innovative Solutions - Takanock provides flexible on-site power solutions that serve as prime power until substations are completed, reducing the burden on local utilities [4][6] - The company's solutions are designed to minimize environmental impact while enhancing grid support for renewable energy sources [5][9] Market Position and Growth - Since early 2024, Takanock has been assembling a strategic portfolio of sites across the U.S. and is executing digital power deployment under long-term contracts in Northern Virginia and Phoenix [6][9] - The company aims to meet the increasing compute-intensive needs of hyperscalers and large-scale data center operators [4][6]

Core Viewpoint - Current high-performing AI stocks may underperform in the next year according to select analysts [1][2] Group 1: Palantir Technologies - Palantir Technologies has seen a significant increase of over 2,000% since the beginning of 2023, attributed to its unique software platforms [4] - Analyst Rishi Jaluria from RBC Capital Markets predicts a 71% decline in Palantir's stock price, targeting $40 from a closing price of $137.30 on June 20 [5] - The company's price-to-sales (P/S) ratio stands at 110, which is significantly higher than the historical bubble-bursting range of 30 to 40 [6] - Palantir's stock is vulnerable to a potential AI bubble burst, despite its long-term contracts with the U.S. government [7] - The Gotham platform's growth is limited by the small number of federal governments that can utilize it, raising concerns about its high valuation [8] Group 2: Upstart Holdings - Upstart Holdings, an AI-driven lending platform, is expected to see a 72% decline in stock price, with a target of $16.50 from its current price [10][11] - The company has rallied 165% over the past year, but its ability to withstand economic downturns remains unproven [12] - Upstart's model is sensitive to Federal Reserve monetary policy changes, which can impact loan demand [13] - The stock is valued at 39 times forecast earnings per share (EPS) for the current year, raising concerns about its high valuation given the cyclical nature of financial stocks [14] Group 3: CoreWeave - CoreWeave, an AI data-center infrastructure company, is projected to decline by 80%, with a target price of $36 [15][16] - The rapid depreciation of assets due to advancements in AI technology poses a risk to CoreWeave's valuation [17] - Concerns about the company's financing structure suggest that debtholders may have more control than shareholders [18] - Despite anticipated sales growth of 131% next year, CoreWeave's valuation at close to 8 times sales is considered excessive for an unproven business model [19]

MasTec (MTZ) 2025 Conference June 24, 2025 10:55 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning. Welcome to the JPMorgan Energy Power Renewables and Mining Conference. Thank you all for attending. My name is Drew Chamberlain, Clean Energy Analyst here. Very excited to be joined by MasTec's CFO, Paul DeMarco. Well, you very much for being here. Speaker1 I appreciate it. It's the first time here and thanks everyone for the interest today. Speaker0 Well, great. I think it's probably best to just get kicked off the topic of jazzu ...

Summary of Conference Call Records Industry Overview - The conference call discusses the **AIDC (Artificial Intelligence Data Center)** industry in China, highlighting the challenges and opportunities faced by the domestic AI infrastructure supply side due to stricter energy consumption regulations imposed by the National Development and Reform Commission [1][4]. Key Points and Arguments - **Energy Consumption Regulations**: The National Development and Reform Commission has set higher energy consumption standards, leading to a more competitive landscape as some cross-industry companies exit the market [1][4]. - **AI Application Growth**: The development of AI applications, particularly in gaming, is supported by government subsidies of up to **30 million yuan** per project, which boosts demand for domestic computing power in core cities [1][5]. - **Market Recovery**: Major companies like ByteDance, Alibaba, and Tencent are expected to resume large-scale bidding for AI-related equipment in Q3 as chip supply issues ease, which will likely increase procurement volumes [1][6][7]. - **Stock Market Sentiment**: Companies such as Century Internet and Global Data have seen stock price recoveries, indicating restored market confidence and optimistic investor sentiment regarding future industry developments [1][8]. - **Valuation Metrics**: IDC companies are typically valued using EV/EBITDA, with overseas companies valued between **10 to 15 times**, and domestic companies at similar levels. The industry is expected to continue its recovery in Q3, driven by AI application growth [1][9]. Additional Important Insights - **Chip Supply Chain**: The domestic AI chip supply chain faced significant challenges in Q2, with major companies reducing their procurement volumes due to chip shortages. However, improvements are anticipated in Q3 as domestic chip production ramps up [2][11]. - **Technological Innovations**: The AIDC era is marked by technological changes in power supply and cooling systems, including the transition from traditional air cooling to liquid cooling, which poses challenges for IDC suppliers [4][12]. - **Delivery Cycle Changes**: The delivery cycle for data centers has been significantly shortened from **1-2 years to under 6 months**, reflecting the industry's need for rapid deployment despite ongoing supply chain issues [14]. - **Policy Impact**: The government's energy consumption approval policies are expected to benefit capable operators while phasing out less competent firms, leading to a stabilization of industry prices and potential improvements in profit margins [15]. Companies to Watch - Key companies in the AIDC supply chain include: - AI Data Centers: **Guanghuan New Network, Aofei Data, Xingwang Group, Davi Technology, Data Port** - Equipment and AI Chips: **SK Hynix Information** - Computing Power Leasing: **Youfang Technology, Hongjing Technology** - Liquid Cooling and HVDC Server Power: **Inveke, Lian De Equipment, Feirongda, Zhongheng Electric, Opcon Vision** - Network Switches and Optical Modules: **Lian De Technology, Ruijie Networks, Guangxun Technology, Huaguang Technology, Zhongji Xuchuang, Xinyi Sheng, Unisplendour** [10][13].

位于呼和浩特市南20余公里的和林格尔新区，是国家"东数西算"工程八大枢纽、十大数据中心集群之 一，也是国家大数据综合试验区的核心区。 记者采访获悉，截至目前，新区46个数据中心项目总算力规模达9.1万P，其中智能算力规模达8.6万P。 当地通过"风—光—储"一体化清洁能源供电方式为算力中心提供"绿电"，推动绿色算力对新能源就地消 纳，数据中心"绿电"使用率已达80%以上。 资料图：位于呼和浩特市南20余公里的和林格尔新区，是国家"东数西算"工程八大枢纽、十大数据中心 集群之一。和林格尔新区党群服务中心供图 筑牢数字经济"绿色底座" 中新网呼和浩特6月24日电 题："东数西算"枢纽和林格尔新区：数据中心"绿电"使用率超80% 作者 康玮 张素 工业、教育、农业等领域的一系列应用成果，成为新区推动人工智能产业蓬勃发展的注脚。有来自企业 的负责人说："新区不仅是项目落地的承载地，更是技术成果转化的核心枢纽。" 近年来，借助政策东风，呼和浩特加快发展绿色、优质、安全的算力项目，吸引大量国内外企业入驻， 着力构建算力"底座"。 和林格尔新区相关负责人介绍，目前已落地包括中国移动智算中心、中国电信云计算信息园等在内的46 ...