Goldman Sachs’ 35 AI Superstars

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27. Juniper Networks, Inc. (NYSE:JNPR)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 47

Juniper Networks, Inc. (NYSE:JNPR) designs, develops and sells network products and services worldwide. This company is an exceptional investment option for various reasons. As per the report for the third quarter of 2024, the company achieved a GAAP operating margin of 7.1%, reflecting an improvement from 6.3% in Q3 2023 and a significant increase from 3.8% in Q2 2024. This growth in operating margin indicates better cost management and operational efficiency. In the second quarter of 2024, the GAAP operating margin was 3.8%, a decline from 9.9% in Q2 2023, but a notable improvement from 1.2% seen in Q1 2024. The margin improvement from Q1 to Q2 suggests the company’s ability to recover from losses and stabilize its operations. In addition, the company has announced the latest evolution of its Juniper Partner Advantage JPA program for 2025. The program is designed to provide partners with the resources, support and strategic guidance to expand opportunities and boost profitability.

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