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Dell raises growth targets for next four years on strong AI server demand
Yahoo Finance· 2025-10-07 14:42
(Reuters) -Dell on Tuesday nearly doubled its annual profit growth target for the next four years, betting on robust demand for its servers that power artificial intelligence workloads. The company, whose customers include Elon Musk's AI startup xAI and CoreWeave, lifted its expectations for annual growth in adjusted earnings per share to at least 15% from around 8%. Its shares surged nearly 3% in early trading after the company also said it expects compounded annual revenue growth between 7% and 9% for ...
Dell lifts long-term annual growth forecasts on strong AI server demand
Yahoo Finance· 2025-10-07 12:31
Core Viewpoint - Dell has raised its long-term revenue and profit growth forecasts, indicating strong demand for its servers that support artificial intelligence workloads [1][2]. Group 1: Revenue Growth - Dell now expects compounded annual revenue growth between 7% and 9%, an increase from its previous forecast of 3% to 4% [1]. - The demand for computing power necessary for generative AI products like ChatGPT has significantly boosted demand for Dell's products [1]. Group 2: Earnings Growth - The company has also increased its expectations for annual growth in adjusted earnings per share to at least 15%, nearly doubling its previous target of 8% [2]. - CEO Michael Dell emphasized that customers are eager for AI and the associated compute, storage, and networking solutions provided by the company [2].
Nvidia Stock Rises. Sales From This Key Supplier Signals Strong AI Demand.
Barrons· 2025-10-06 11:19
Taiwan's Foxconn, which makes servers for the chip designer, posted record revenue for the third quarter. ...
Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures rise as government shutdown drags on
Yahoo Finance· 2025-10-05 23:27
US stock futures rose on Monday morning as the federal government shutdown entered another week, with equities poised to build on a strong run that has pushed major indexes to fresh record highs. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures (YM=F) edged up roughly, 0.2%, while those on the S&P 500 (ES=F) gained 0.3%. Contracts on the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 (NQ=F) led the way higher, up 0.4%. The modest moves follow an upbeat week for the market. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) and Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) each logged their ...
Why Is Super Micro Computer Stock Trending Tonight? - Intel (NASDAQ:INTC), HP (NYSE:HPQ)
Benzinga· 2025-10-02 07:37
Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) shares are trending on Thursday.Check out the current price of SMCI stock here. Server Manufacturer Outpaces Tech Competitors As Shares Gain MomentumShares of the global tech company jumped 9.30%, rising by $4.46 to finish at $52.40 during regular trading on Wednesday. This marks the third day in a row the stock has been on the rise. The stock declined 0.5% to $52.12 in the after-hours session.Stock Outperforms Key CompetitorsSMCI’s after-hours performance significant ...
Jabil(JBL) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-25 13:32
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q4, the company reported approximately $8.3 billion in revenue, exceeding guidance by roughly $800 million, with core operating income at $519 million and a core operating margin of 6.3%, a 50 basis point improvement year-over-year [9][10] - Core diluted earnings per share was $3.29, while GAAP diluted earnings per share came in at $1.99 [9] - Full-year adjusted free cash flow was over $1.3 billion, with a healthy balance sheet showing a debt-to-core EBITDA ratio of 1.3 times and cash balances of approximately $1.9 billion [12][13] Segment Performance Changes - Regulated Industries revenue was $3.1 billion, with a year-over-year increase of approximately 3% and a core operating margin of 6.5% [10] - Intelligent Infrastructure revenue reached $3.7 billion, $400 million above expectations, with a core operating margin of 5.9% [10][11] - Connected Living and Digital Commerce revenue totaled $1.4 billion, reflecting a year-over-year decline of approximately 14%, but with a core operating margin increase to 6.6% [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The automotive and transportation market is expected to decline by 5% in FY26, while healthcare outsourcing is entering a growth phase, particularly in drug delivery systems [49][50] - AI-related revenue is projected to grow by roughly 25% in FY26, reaching about $11.2 billion, driven by strong demand in cloud and data center infrastructure [53][54] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company is focusing on system-level integration across its segments, particularly in Intelligent Infrastructure, to capture AI-related growth [51][52] - In Connected Living and Digital Commerce, the strategy involves pruning lower-margin programs while investing in higher-margin opportunities like digital commerce and robotics [55][56] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the resilience of the diversified model despite mixed dynamics across end markets, with strong performance in AI-related sectors offsetting softness in automotive and renewables [35][36] - The company aims for approximately 5% revenue growth in FY26, with core operating margin expansion to around 5.6% [56] Other Important Information - The company completed a $1 billion share repurchase authorization and plans to return about 80% of free cash flow to shareholders [14][57] - A new facility in North Carolina is set to come online in summer 2026 to address capacity constraints in AI manufacturing [54] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide details on growth areas in AI? - The company expects 25% year-on-year growth in AI revenue, with significant growth in capital equipment and cloud and data center infrastructure, while maintaining strong positions in existing markets [64][65] Question: What is the outlook for healthcare growth? - Growth is anticipated in drug delivery systems and healthcare outsourcing, with a healthy pipeline of new business expected to contribute to margins [66]
Jabil(JBL) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-09-25 13:30
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q4 2025, the company reported approximately $8.3 billion in revenue, exceeding guidance by roughly $800 million, with core operating income at $519 million and a core operating margin of 6.3%, a 50 basis point improvement year-over-year [8][9] - GAAP operating income totaled $337 million, with diluted earnings per share at $1.99 and core diluted earnings per share at $3.29 [8][9] - Full-year adjusted free cash flow was over $1.3 billion, with a healthy balance sheet showing a debt-to-core EBITDA ratio of 1.3 times and cash balances of approximately $1.9 billion [11][12] Segment Performance Changes - Regulated Industries revenue was $3.1 billion, with a year-over-year increase of approximately 3% and a core operating margin of 6.5% [9] - Intelligent Infrastructure revenue reached $3.7 billion, driven by strong demand in cloud and data center, with a core operating margin of 5.9% [9][10] - Connected Living and Digital Commerce revenue totaled $1.4 billion, reflecting a year-over-year decline of approximately 14%, but with a core operating margin of 6.6%, up 210 basis points year-over-year [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company anticipates Regulated Industries revenue for Q1 FY26 to be $3.05 billion, up 3% year-on-year, while Intelligent Infrastructure is expected to grow approximately 47% year-on-year to $3.67 billion [13][14] - Connected Living and Digital Commerce revenue is expected to decline by 16% year-on-year to $1.29 billion, reflecting a strategic shift towards higher-margin opportunities [13][14] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company is focusing on system-level integration in Intelligent Infrastructure, leveraging AI-related growth across capital equipment, cloud, and data center markets [21][49] - In Regulated Industries, the strategy includes supporting automotive and healthcare sectors while navigating regulatory changes and market dynamics [16][48] - The Connected Living segment is transitioning away from lower-margin consumer products towards advanced technologies in automation and robotics [30][54] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about long-term growth in healthcare and AI-related sectors, despite short-term challenges in automotive and renewables [46][48] - The company expects overall revenue growth of approximately 5% for FY26, with core operating margins expanding to around 5.6% [55][56] - The focus remains on maintaining a strong balance sheet while returning about 80% of free cash flow to shareholders [56][58] Other Important Information - The company completed a $1 billion share repurchase authorization and has a new $1 billion program authorized for FY26 [12] - The anticipated new facility in North Carolina is set to come online in summer 2026, aimed at enhancing AI rack manufacturing capabilities [52] Q&A Session Summary Question: Growth areas in AI - The company expects 25% year-on-year growth in AI revenue, with significant growth in cloud and data center infrastructure, particularly in electrical switch gear [62][64] Question: Healthcare growth outlook - The company anticipates low to mid-single-digit growth in healthcare, driven by drug delivery systems and new business opportunities, despite delays in the Croatia facility impacting margins [63]
千亿服务器龙头,涨停,历史新高!
Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao· 2025-09-25 05:03
Market Performance - Multiple industry leaders reached historical highs in stock prices, including Ningde Times (4.98% increase, market cap of 1.82 trillion), Zijin Mining (5.71% increase, market cap of 728.49 billion), and Inspur Information (limit up, market cap of 111.96 billion) [1] - The gaming sector saw significant gains, with stocks like G-bits (4.15% increase, closing price of 652.5) and ST Huaton (3.44% increase, market cap of 160.74 billion) performing well [1][4] - The AI sector rebounded, leading gains in applications, with the overall market indices showing positive movement: Shanghai Composite Index up 0.16%, Shenzhen Component Index up 1.14%, and ChiNext Index up 2.22% [1] Gaming Sector Insights - The gaming sector experienced a substantial rise, with companies like Kunlun Wanwei (10.22% increase, market cap of 62.8 billion) and Iceberg Network (8.87% increase, market cap of 6.9 billion) leading the charge [2][3] - The approval of 145 domestic games and 11 imported games by the National Press and Publication Administration indicates a normalization in game licensing, shifting the focus to content quality and business models [4][5] - Analysts suggest that the gaming industry is entering a prosperous cycle, driven by increased payment trends on mini-game platforms and innovations in gameplay [5] Controlled Nuclear Fusion Sector - The controlled nuclear fusion sector saw a rebound, with companies like Haheng Huaton (19.99% increase, market cap of 6.54 billion) and Zhongzhou Special Materials (11.36% increase, market cap of 5.84 billion) showing strong performance [6][8] - The China Fusion Energy Company showcased advancements in fusion technology at the 25th China International Industry Fair, highlighting the potential for significant investment in fusion energy [9] - The development of intelligent control systems for nuclear fusion, supported by AI technology, is expected to enhance operational efficiency and attract substantial investment in the sector [9]
工业多行业-谁在打造数据中心2025-Who Makes the Data Center 2025
2025-09-18 13:09
Summary of Data Center Market Research Industry Overview - The global data center market is projected to exceed $500 billion by 2025, with spending estimated at $506 billion, comprising $418 billion for IT equipment and $88 billion for infrastructure spending, reflecting a 25% year-over-year increase [1][12] - The market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23% from 2024 to 2028, with infrastructure spending growing at a 19% CAGR [1][12] Key Product Lines and Costs - The data center infrastructure includes 12 product categories such as chillers, cooling towers, generators, and servers, with an estimated all-in cost of building a data center at $39 million per megawatt (MW) [2][16] - Next-generation AI architectures are anticipated to be more capital-intensive, with costs rising to $52 million per MW [2][17] AI Impact on Data Centers - AI electricity demand is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 40%, while total data center demand is expected to grow in the low to mid-teens [5] - The demand for electricity for AI inference is expected to surpass that for AI training by the end of the decade [5] Infrastructure Trends - There is a shift from low voltage alternating current (AC) designs to high voltage direct current (DC) architectures for electrical equipment, driven by the evolution of AI semiconductor manufacturers [3] - Liquid cooling solutions are gaining traction due to rising rack density, with coolant distribution units (CDUs) becoming essential [4] Market Dynamics - The data center market is segmented into various types, including enterprise, single-tenant colocation, multi-tenant colocation, and hyperscale data centers [27][33] - Hyperscale data centers are the fastest-growing segment, with significant capacity additions compared to colocation firms [29][31] Vendor Market Shares - Schneider is the market leader in electrical products, holding a 21% share of the $18 billion market, while Vertiv leads the thermal products market with a 20% share of the $10 billion market [21][24][26] Regional Insights - The Americas account for over 50% of global data center capacity, with a growth rate of 17% CAGR from 2019 to 2024 [36][38] - Hyperscaler capacity is concentrated in key regions, with Northern Virginia being the largest single location globally [39] Economic Considerations - Typical annual rent for colocation projects is estimated at $2-3 million per MW, with current occupancy rates in the US around 96-97% [41] - The projected internal rate of return (IRR) for a wholesale colocation project is approximately 11% based on various economic assumptions [44] Energy Consumption Trends - AI training power draw is increasing, with significant energy requirements for training large models, while inference power requirements are expected to grow as usage scales [49][60] - The energy efficiency of inference is improving, but overall energy consumption is expected to rise due to increased adoption of AI technologies [60][62] Conclusion - The data center market is poised for significant growth driven by AI adoption, with evolving infrastructure needs and increasing energy demands shaping the future landscape of the industry [1][5][12]
Super Micro Has Been Riding the Nvidia Wave
Medium· 2025-09-12 10:11
Core Viewpoint - Super Micro Computer Inc. is significantly benefiting from Nvidia's growth in the AI sector, acting as a crucial player in the infrastructure that supports AI technologies [2][10]. Group 1: Company Overview - Super Micro is closely tied to Nvidia, often being the first to implement Nvidia's new technologies into functional systems for demanding AI workloads [2][3]. - The company specializes in fast deployments of Nvidia's latest chips, creating ready-to-run servers designed to address challenges in AI data centers, such as power delivery and cooling [6][8]. Group 2: Stock Performance - Super Micro's stock has been on an upward trend for four consecutive days, driven by its strong connection to Nvidia's success [2][7]. - Investors are currently attracted to Super Micro due to its momentum and proven track record of quickly transitioning Nvidia's technology from labs to live environments [8][9]. Group 3: Challenges and Considerations - While Super Micro's rapid scaling is a strength, it also presents challenges, as the company is increasing operating expenses to remain competitive, raising concerns about sustainability [9]. - The company faces the dilemma of maintaining growth without overextending its resources, a common issue in the tech industry [9]. Group 4: Industry Context - The AI revolution is not solely about chip manufacturing; infrastructure plays a critical role, making Super Micro's position in the market essential to watch [10][14]. - As AI workloads become more complex, companies like Super Micro that focus on infrastructure will be as important as those creating the chips [13][14].