Corning Signs Multibillion-Dollar Optical Fiber Deal with Verizon, Boosting Sector Stocks
Corning (GLW) shares surged nearly 9% on Tuesday following the announcement of a multibillion-dollar supply deal with Verizon for high-density optical fiber. The agreement spans from 2027 to 2032 and includes over 80 million miles of fiber, aimed at supporting broadband expansion and AI infrastructure needs. Other optical sector stocks also rose in response, including Lumentum (LITE), Coherent (COHR), and Ciena (CIEN). The deal highlights growing demand for high-speed connectivity driven by consumer broadband usage and the rise of generative AI technologies. The stock market reaction underscores investor confidence in long-term infrastructure investments. Optical stocks have seen significant gains this year, with Lumentum up 169%, Corning 91%, Coherent 66%, and Ciena 49% as of early September 2026.
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