ASML, a leading supplier of chipmaking equipment, has raised its 2026 sales forecast due to surging demand for AI-capable chips. The company now expects net sales of €43 billion to €45 billion, driven by strong demand from customers using its equipment to make AI chips for applications such as artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Reo.Dev, an AI platform developer, has raised $11.3 million in Series A funding to expand its AI-native go-to-market platform, which helps companies identify potential customers based on developer and engineer activities.
Google DeepMind co-founder Demis Hassabis has called for a new US-led watchdog to regulate AI systems, proposing that the regulator test advanced AI models before release. Meanwhile, Verkada has enhanced its image search capabilities through a collaboration with NVIDIA, using NVIDIA's tools to improve its AI-assisted security camera systems.
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ASML raised its 2026 sales forecast due to surging AI chip demand. The company now expects net sales of €43 billion to €45 billion, up from a prior forecast of €36 billion to €40 billion. ASML's second-quarter net profit was €2.9 billion, exceeding analyst expectations. The company's strong order intake and progress in AI technologies are driving its growth outlook.
ASML hikes 2026 sales forecast on strong AI demand
ASML raised its 2026 sales outlook, citing strong AI-driven demand for advanced chipmaking equipment. The company now expects net sales of €43 billion to €45 billion, with a gross margin of 54% to 56%. ASML's second-quarter net sales were €9.3 billion, exceeding market expectations.
ASML shares surge on raised sales forecast
ASML's shares rose 5% after the company raised its 2026 sales forecast due to strong AI chip demand. The company now expects to sell €49 billion worth of equipment this year, up from a previous forecast of €45 billion. ASML's customers are using its equipment to make AI chips for applications such as artificial intelligence and machine learning.
ASML raises annual sales forecast amid AI demand
ASML raised its 2026 revenue forecast to €36 billion to €40 billion, driven by surging demand for AI-capable chips. The company's net sales hit €8.8 billion in the first quarter, with a gross margin of 53% and net income of €2.8 billion.
US-China AI feud impacts ASML's sales
ASML's CFO stated that China will contribute around 20% of ASML's net sales in 2026. However, US lawmakers are pushing for stricter export controls on sales of chipmaking hardware to China, which could impact ASML's sales. The company continues to navigate a complicated geopolitical landscape.
ASML raises guidance on AI demand
ASML raised its 2026 sales forecast to €43 billion to €45 billion, driven by strong demand for its chip-making equipment. The company's second-quarter net profit was €2.9 billion, exceeding analyst expectations. ASML's shares rose 4.5% in Amsterdam trading.
ASML raises 2026 sales forecast again
ASML raised its 2026 sales forecast to €43 billion to €45 billion, driven by booming AI chip demand. The company expects gross margin of 54% to 56% and net sales of €11 billion to €12 billion in the third quarter.
ASML lifts 2026 sales forecast on AI demand
ASML raised its 2026 sales forecast to €43 billion to €45 billion, driven by strong demand for AI-capable chips. The company's gross margin is expected to be 54% to 56%. ASML's second-quarter net profit was €2.9 billion.
ASML raises full-year sales outlook
ASML raised its 2026 net sales guidance to €36 billion to €40 billion, driven by surging demand for AI chips. The company's quarterly net sales were €9.7 billion, with a gross margin of 53%.
ASML tops Q2 estimates on AI chip demand
ASML reported better-than-expected second-quarter earnings, driven by strong demand for its chip-making equipment. The company's net profit rose to €1.04 billion, beating analyst forecasts.
Verkada enhances security camera search
Verkada has improved its image search capabilities through a collaboration with NVIDIA. The company used NVIDIA's tools to enhance its AI-assisted security camera systems.
Reo.Dev raises $11.3M for AI platform
Reo.Dev raised $11.3 million in Series A funding to expand its AI-native go-to-market platform. The platform helps companies identify potential customers based on developer and engineer activities.
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Google DeepMind founder calls for AI watchdog
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- ASML is raising its annual sales forecast for the second time this year on surging AI chip demand
- ASML raises 2026 sales forecast on strong AI-driven chip demand
- ASML rises 5% after hiking sales forecast for second time this year on strong AI chip demand
- ASML raises annual sales forecast amid surging AI demand
- U.S.-China AI feud sees ASML walk tightrope between sales and geopolitics
- ASML Raises Full-Year Outlook as AI Boosts Demand at Chipmakers
- ASML raises 2026 sales forecast again on booming AI chip demand
- ASML lifts 2026 sales forecast on AI chip demand
- ASML raises full-year sales outlook as AI chip demand accelerates
- ASML tops Q2 estimates on AI chip demand
- Verkada touts better security camera image search with NVIDIA tools
- Reo.Dev Raises $11.3 Million Series A To Expand AI-Native Go-To-Market Platform
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