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JPM: Nvidia read-through positive for Dell, Super Micro, HP Enterprise, concerns for Arista, Cisco

Published 2024-05-23, 07:50 a/m
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JPMorgan assessed the implications of NVIDIA (NVDA) latest quarterly results and future guidance on the broader hardware and networking sector in a note Thursday.

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA)'s impressive F1Q25 results and optimistic F2Q25 revenue forecast, driven by robust AI infrastructure investments from both cloud and enterprise segments, signal a positive outlook for several companies.

According to JPMorgan, companies involved in computing and optical components, such as Dell Technologies (NYSE:DELL), Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:SMCI), HP Enterprise (HPE), Coherent , Inc. (NYSE:COHR), Fabrinet (NYSE:FN), and Lumentum Holdings (NASDAQ:LITE), stand to benefit from Nvidia's momentum.

The anticipated boost in AI infrastructure investment underscores a growing demand for advanced computing solutions and optical components, positioning these companies for potential growth.

However, the analysis also raises competitive concerns for Ethernet networking companies, specifically Arista Networks (NYSE:ANET) and Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO).

JPMorgan notes that Nvidia's disclosure of targeting a multi-billion dollar opportunity in Ethernet offerings next year starkly contrasts with Arista's backend opportunity target of $750 million for 2025.

Analysts explained that with the AI switch market forecasted to reach approximately $7 billion in 2025, Nvidia's ambitions suggest a substantial market share, posing a competitive threat to Arista and Cisco.

"While on the headline the target for Spectrum-X is a competitive concern, the opportunity for Spectrum-X outside of a Nvidia full stack integrated solution and the portion of the revenue target attributed to NICs, Optics and other non-Switching components of Networking will be key in understanding better the full competitive impact," said JPMorgan.

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