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Core Insights - Lumentum Holdings Inc. reported better-than-expected earnings for Q4, with earnings of 88 cents per share, surpassing the analyst consensus estimate of 80 cents per share [1] - The company achieved quarterly sales of $480.700 million, exceeding the analyst consensus estimate of $465.756 million [1] - For Q1, Lumentum expects adjusted EPS between 95 cents and $1.10, with sales projected between $510.000 million and $540.000 million [1] Performance Highlights - The company experienced strong demand across its cloud products supporting AI data centers, leading to revenue exceeding the high end of previously revised guidance [2] - Notable strength was observed in components such as EML chips, pump lasers, and narrow linewidth laser assemblies for data center interconnect, as well as 800G modules [2] - Lumentum anticipates continued strong demand for AI data center and long-haul solutions, projecting quarterly revenue to surpass $600 million by June 2026 or earlier [2] Analyst Reactions - Needham analyst Ryan Koontz maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $135 to $145 [5] - B of A Securities analyst Vivek Arya upgraded Lumentum from Underperform to Neutral, increasing the price target from $78 to $135 [5] - Multiple analysts raised their price targets, with notable increases from Stifel, Raymond James, and Barclays, reflecting positive sentiment towards the company's performance and outlook [5]