Broadcom's CEO shared some thoughts about Nvidia during its recent earnings.
Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO), a semiconductor, enterprise software, and security solutions provider, has seen its stock rise over 35% this year, aligning with the growth seen by its peer – Lam Research (NASDAQ: LRCX). Broadcom recently reported its Q2 fiscal 2024 results (fiscal ends in October), with revenues and earnings exceeding the street estimates.
Its integration of VMware—which it bought for an estimated value of more than $80 billion last year—is on track.
Broadcom surged more than 13% on Thursday as its upbeat annual forecast highlighted an insatiable demand for chips used in powering AI-focused technology, while its announcement of a stock split added to the euphoria.
Broadcom Inc. shares could book their best single-day performance in four years in the wake of an earnings report that drew cheers across the board.
Broadcom executives emphasize that their chips aren't directly competing with Nvidia's graphics-processing units but it's a different story in networking.
The ongoing artificial intelligence rally in the stock market has made companies such as Broadcom (NASDAQ: AVGO) real winners regarding performance, guidance, and stock growth.
Broadcom's history of performance and critical place in the AI ecosystem have driven its stock price higher. Management announced a 10-for-1 stock split, which will take place early next month.
Broadcom reported strong Q2 earnings with a double beat and raise, increased full year sales guidance, and a stock split announcement. The company saw significant growth in its AI hardware sales while focusing on cutting VMWare costs post-acquisition. Broadcom is making great progress incorporating VMWare into its core business, with a focus on simplifying product offerings and transitioning to a subscription model.
After the release of its Q2 FY2024 report, Broadcom's stock is surging higher, with investors potentially celebrating strong AI demand and a stock split. In Q2 FY2024, Broadcom's revenue reached $12.49B, with AI products contributing nearly $3.1B. In addition to a solid top-line beat, management raised full-year outlook for sales and profitability. Despite its strong financial performance, Broadcom's stock is uninvestable at current levels. Read on to find out why!
Shares in Broadcom (AVGO) surged more than 14% in Wednesday's extended-hours trading session after the chipmaker reported better-than-expected fiscal second-quarter revenue, fueled by artificial intelligence (AI) product sales reaching a record high. Following in the footsteps of Wall Street darling Nvidia (NVDA), Broadcom also announced a 10-for-1 stock split.
Broadcom Inc. is following Nvidia Corp.'s lead with a plan to split its stock in the wake of upbeat quarterly results and a big recent bump in its share price.