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Lumentum Holdings Gears Up for AI-Driven Revenue Surge

Lumentum's stock may see gains driven by significant growth in AI demand and strong quarterly earnings. The stock has faced recent pressure, but future forecasts suggest positive performance ahead.

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Earnings Per Share (EPS): Lumentum's non-GAAP EPS nearly doubled year over year to $0.57 for fiscal Q3, reflecting strong earnings growth attributed to its cloud and networking business. The company is forecasting EPS between $0.70 to $0.80 for the current quarter, indicating substantial growth from the previous year's figure of $0.06. Revenue Growth: The company's fiscal Q3 revenue soared 16% year over year to $425 million, with expectations to reach $455 million next quarter. This would mark a staggering 48% year-over-year increase. The ramp-up in production capabilities for externally modulated lasers (EML), fueled by AI demand, serves as a growth catalyst. Profit Margins: Lumentum's non-GAAP operating margin improved significantly from a slightly negative figure to almost 11%. This positive shift highlights enhanced manufacturing utilization rates and a favorable product mix, suggesting improved profitability. The company expects gross margins to continue improving sequentially, despite some pressure from tariffs. Given these developments, Lumentum's strong growth outlook, driven by the surging demand for AI applications, positions it as an attractive investment amid current market volatility.
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