Dell Technologies (DELL.US), a leader in AI-focused computing and server solutions, is set to report its third fiscal quarter earnings today after market close. Investors are eagerly awaiting insights into the state of demand for AI infrastructure.
Key Expectations for Q3 Results
- Revenue forecast: $24.7 billion
- Earnings per share (EPS): $2.07
- Q4 projections: $25.5 billion in revenue, EPS of $2.64 (FactSet data).
AI Infrastructure Leadership
Dell has established itself as a prominent player in AI hardware, with notable clients like:
- Coreweave: A cloud-computing company utilizing Dell’s infrastructure for GPU-powered services.
- xAI: Elon Musk's AI venture, which relies on Dell hardware for its buildouts.
The company recently became the first to deliver server racks using Nvidia’s advanced GB200 NVL72 Blackwell system, featuring 72 GPUs for enhanced AI model training and query efficiency. This next-generation system is touted to deliver significant cost savings for enterprises.
Analyst Outlook
- Erik Woodring, Morgan Stanley:
- Reiterated an Overweight rating with a price target of $154.
- Noted limited upside in the near term due to soft PC business, but expects momentum to build in 2025 with accelerating AI server revenue.
- Advises buying on any post-earnings weakness.
Stock Performance
- Dell shares closed at $144.30 on Monday, reflecting an 88% year-to-date increase, compared to the Nasdaq Composite's 27% gain.
Looking Ahead
While Dell’s traditional PC business faces challenges, the expanding AI server market positions the company for strong growth in 2025. With demand for Nvidia-based systems growing and high-profile clients like xAI onboard, Dell is poised to lead the AI infrastructure market in the years to come.
Investors will closely monitor today’s earnings report for signals of how Dell navigates short-term challenges while preparing for long-term AI-driven gains.
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