However, Arm's long-term outlook was less optimistic, with projected earnings of between $1.45 and $1.65 per share on sales of $3.8 billion to $4.1 billion, which was in line with Wall Street's targets. This cautious guidance led to a more than 9% drop in Arm's stock. Analysts suggest that investors are concerned about the pace of AI computing development, fearing that associated stocks may be overvalued. Despite this, Arm's share price has more than doubled since its initial public offering in September, driven by investor bets on the company benefiting from the growth of AI computing.
Key takeaways:
- Arm Holdings Plc's annual guidance disappointed investors, causing its shares to drop in after-hours trading, despite posting quarterly results that beat Wall Street’s estimates.
- The company reported a net profit of $224 million, with revenue rising 21% to $928 million, largely driven by its royalty-based revenue and licensing business.
- Arm's technology is increasingly being used in AI applications, with CEO Rene Haas stating that AI is driving demand for Arm-based technology across all end markets.
- Despite a bullish guidance for the current quarter, the company's long-term outlook was less optimistic, causing concerns among investors about the pace of growth in AI computing and the overpricing of associated stocks.