Erste Group Upgrades Applied Materials on AI-Driven Semiconductor Investment
Erste Group upgraded Applied Materials (AMAT) to Buy from Hold, citing increased investment in AI-driven semiconductor technologies. The company expects Q2 revenue of $7.65 billion, with 9% sequential growth, and non-GAAP EPS of $2.64. The upgrade reflects growing demand for advanced semiconductors and production machinery.
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