Why DELL Stock Is Slumping Today

Dell (DELL) is retreating 6% after the desktop and server maker reported higher-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings per share but delivered Q4 revenue that was slightly below analysts’ average estimate.

Furthermore, the company’s Q1 guidance missed expectations. However, multiple analysts remained bullish on DELL in the wake of its results.

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The Highlights of Dell’s Q4 Results and Guidance

The company reported Q4 earnings per share, excluding some items, of $2.68, versus analysts’ average estimate of $2.52. However, its revenue came in at $23.9 billion, which was $640 million below analysts’ average outlook.

On the guidance front, Dell expects Q1 EPS of $1.65, well below the mean outlook of $1.78. Further, Dell is anticipating Q1 sales of $22.5 billion to $23.5 billion, below analysts’ average estimate of $23.63 billion.

Multiple Analysts Remain Bullish on DELL Stock

Bank of America reported that the demand for Dell’s AI-related products is still powerful, and the bank predicts that the company will raise its guidance as its current fiscal year progresses. Bank of America kept a $150 price target and a Buy rating on the name.

Morgan Stanley noted that the growth of Dell’s AI server business is accelerating, while its operating margins are not eroding. The investment bank maintained a $128 price target and an Overweight rating on the shares.

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