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☆ Apple is about to jump into the AI race. Here's what analysts expect it to do
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-03 | by ( Hakyung Kim | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

AAPL 1D mountain Apple shares on Friday More substantive updates on Apple's latest AI offerings in both hardware and services are expected to come during its Worldwide Developers Conference in June. According to JPMorgan's Samik Chatterjee, the focus during the event will primarily be on the AI features Apple will include in its iOS 18 software. Mohan holds a buy rating on shares and slightly increased his price target to $230 from $225. "We think Apple can deliver AI upside without the AI capex we see elsewhere," Evercore ISI analyst Amit Daryanani wrote in a Thursday note following the earnings. "Apple is accelerating investments in Generative AI and [is] set to introduce new features at its most important developer conference ever."

Persons: Apple didn't, Wall, JPMorgan's Samik Chatterjee, Wamsi Mohan, Mohan, Amit Daryanani, Morgan Stanley's Erik Woodring, Woodring, Wells Fargo's Aaron Rakers, Rakers, America's Mohan, Michael Bloom Organizations: Apple, Worldwide Developers Conference, of America, America's Locations: WWDC

☆ Apple announces largest-ever $110 billion share buyback as iPhone sales drop 10%
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-02 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailApple announces largest-ever $110 billion share buyback as iPhone sales drop 10%Amit Daryanani, Evercore ISI senior managing director, Angelo Zino, CFRA Research senior equity analyst, and CNBC's Steve Kovach join 'Closing Bell Overtime' with Apple quarterly results.

Persons: Amit Daryanani, Angelo Zino, Steve Kovach Organizations: Apple, Research

☆ Here are some of Wall Street’s top derivative plays following Nvidia's latest chip launch
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-19 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Shares of the chip giant pulled back about 2% during Tuesday's session, after announcing its latest AI chips . While Nvidia's latest announcements solidify the company's AI leadership, Wall Street anticipates some positive tailwinds for a slew of derivative players. Semiconductor derivative plays Nvidia's latest announcements could pose some major tailwinds for companies operating within the chipmaker's ecosystem. Liquid cooling The liquid cooling industry may also benefit as Nvidia harnesses the technology to cool the 72 Blackwell GPUs in its new server rack system, known as GB200 NVL72. "We believe built-in liquid cooling capabilities in addition to the power density of the system should be a positive for VRT's liquid cooling and power management businesses," he wrote.

Persons: Harlan Sur, Blackwell, Rosenblatt, Hans Mosesmann, Goldman Sachs, Toshiya Hari, Matt Bryson, Laura Chen, Oppenheimer, Rick Schafer, Amit Daryanani, Vertiv, Headwinds, Nvidia's Blackwell, Hari Organizations: Nvidia, NVIDIA, Micron Technology, MU, Micron, Taiwan Semiconductor, Wall, Marvell Technology, Blackwell, Micro Computer, Mosesmann, Devices, AMD, Data, Intel Locations: America

☆ Evercore ISI reiterates Apple as outperform
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-12 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailEvercore ISI reiterates Apple as outperformAmit Daryanani, Evercore ISI senior managing director, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss what will reverse Apple's downside momentum, the rotation into Nvidia from Apple, and how Apple will include new AI technology into its flagship products.

Persons: Amit Daryanani Organizations: Apple, Nvidia

☆ How Apple could utilize AI
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-15 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHow Apple could utilize AIAmit Daryanani, Evercore ISI senior managing director, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss why he expects a new tailwind for Apple in its AI play.

Persons: Amit Daryanani Organizations: Apple

☆ IBM shares climb on Q4 earnings beat
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-24 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailIBM shares climb on Q4 earnings beatAmit Daryanani, Evercore ISI senior managing director, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk IBM quarterly earnings beat and what tailwinds are driving the company right now.

Persons: Amit Daryanani Organizations: IBM

☆ Apple expected to outperform despite recent obstacles: Evercore's Amit Daryanani
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-19 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailApple expected to outperform despite recent obstacles: Evercore's Amit DaryananiAmit Daryanani, Evercore ISI senior managing director, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss Apple's outlook for 2024, iPhone demand in China, and more.

Persons: Evercore's Amit Daryanani Amit Daryanani Locations: China

☆ It's no longer about unit sales for Apple, it's about services, says Evercore ISI’s Amit Daryanani
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-24 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailIt's no longer about unit sales for Apple, it's about services, says Evercore ISI’s Amit DaryananiEvercore ISI’s Amit Daryanani, joins 'Closing Bell: Overtime' to discuss Apple and other tech companies holiday performance.

Persons: Evercore ISI’s Amit Daryanani Evercore ISI’s Amit Daryanani Organizations: Apple

☆ Stocks like Nvidia have 'earnings upside' ahead of quarterly reports, Wall Street analysts say
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-21 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Earnings season is in full swing, and Wall Street analysts named a slew of well-positioned stocks heading into quarterly results. CNBC Pro combed through recent Wall Street research to find stocks with earnings upside. They include Nvidia, Dover, Arista Networks , Xcel Energy, Pfizer and Costco. Analyst Amit Daryanani and his team added a tactical outperform to the stock ahead of earnings on Oct. 30. … We continue to see multiple paths to double digit growth for Arista in 2024 and their analyst day should confirm this outlook."

Persons: Oppenheimer, Bryan Blair, Blair, Dover's, Murphy, Dover, Amit Daryanani, Daryanani, Julien Dumoulin, Smith, Xcel, XEL, Dover – Oppenheimer, DOV, William Blair, Pfizer – Cantor Fitzgerald, PFE, …, Nvidia – Jefferies Organizations: Wall Street, CNBC, Nvidia, Arista Networks, Xcel Energy, Pfizer, Costco, Dover, ISI, Arista, Xcel Energy Bank of America, Energy – Bank of America, …, … Arista, Automotive, & $ Locations: Dover

☆ Here’s what major analysts thought of the new iPhone and what to do with Apple’s stock
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-13 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

He highlighted the enhanced photo capabilities on Pro models and called the new double tap feature the most notable upgrade to the Apple Watch. Many analysts expected hikes around $100 and $200 for the beefed up Pro and Pro Max iterations. Apple essentially delivered a $100 price hike on the Pro Max by doing away with the lower storage option. He noted that the hike on the Pro Max skewed to the low end of the Wall Street firm's expectation range. Evercore ISI's Amit Daryanani regarded the event as "mildly disappointing" for bulls hoping for a Pro price increase.

Persons: Toni Sacconaghi, Canaccord Genuity's Michael Walkley, Goldman Sachs, Michael Ng, Wells, Aaron Rakers, Pro Max, iPhones, Atif Malik, Evercore ISI's Amit Daryanani, David Vogt, Samik Chatterjee, Erik Woodring's, Morgan, Apple, Woodring, Sacconaghi, — CNBC's Michael Bloom Organizations: Apple, Apple Watch, Wall, Pro, Citi, UBS Locations: China

☆ Fears about China's government ban on iPhones are 'way overdone,' as the crackdown could impact only 1% of the smartphone's sales in China: analyst
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-11 | by ( Huileng Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

But Wedbush's Dan Ives says the fears are ' way overdone' as the ban could only impact 1% of iPhone sales in China. overdone' as the ban could only impact 1% of iPhone sales in China. There's also another reason why Beijing is unlikely to widen an iPhone ban in the country. China's ban on foreign phone brands in government agencies echoes similar restrictions in the US — such as a New York City ban on TikTok on government-owned devices. They've lost 6% since Wednesday after the news of China's iPhone ban broke.

Persons: Wedbush's Dan Ives, Dan Ives, Amit Daryanani, There's, Daryanani, They've, Evercore Organizations: Apple, Service, Investors, Wall Street Journal, Evercore ISI Locations: Beijing, China, Wall, Silicon, Washington, New York City

☆ Top Wall Street analysts select these dividend stocks to enhance returns
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-10 | by ( Tipranks.Com Staff | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

To that effect, here are five attractive dividend stocks, according to Wall Street's top experts on TipRanks, a platform that ranks analysts based on their past performance. The analyst increased his price target for Verizon stock by $1 to $40, while maintaining AT&T's price target at $17. Also, he expects the prospects for improved free cash flow to lower net debt leverage and support the dividend payments. That said, with expectations of higher cash flow generation, Crum said that "the company should have more flexibility around growing its dividend going forward." (See Hasbro Stock Chart on TipRanks)Dell TechnologiesNext up is Dell (DELL), a maker of IT hardware and infrastructure technology, which rallied after its fiscal second-quarter results far exceeded Wall Street's estimates.

Persons: Hans Vestberg, Brendan McDermid, Wall, Michael Rollins, Rollins, MDT, Rick Wise, Geoff Martha, Wise, Drew Crum, Crum, TipRanks, Amit Daryanani, Daryanani, Dell Organizations: DELL, Verizon, New York Stock Exchange, Analysts, Verizon Communications, Citi, AT, Verizon Hedge, Hasbro, Dell Technologies, Dell, TipRanks, GPU, Walmart, &' $ Locations: New York, U.S

☆ Apple's iPhone 15 just needs to be decent for it to be an upgrade cycle, says Evercore's Daryanani
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-30 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailApple's iPhone 15 just needs to be decent for it to be an upgrade cycle, says Evercore's DaryananiAmit Daryanani, Evercore ISI analyst, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the technical levels behind Apple's stock, what Daryanani expects from the upcoming Apple event, and more.

Persons: Evercore's Daryanani Amit Daryanani

☆ Top Wall Street analysts are bullish on these five stocks
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-16 | by ( Tipranks.Com Staff | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Benoit Tessier | ReutersCava GroupFirst on this week's list is the Mediterranean restaurant chain Cava (CAVA), which made a blockbuster public debut last month. The rally in CAVA shares since its initial public offering reflects investors' optimism about the fast-casual restaurant chain's growth prospects. Stifel analyst Chris O'Cull initiated a buy rating on Cava with a price target of $48. The analyst estimates annual revenue growth of 20% during the next four years, driven by at least 15% growth in Cava's footprint. The survey revealed that Services' average revenue per user (ARPU) in the U.S. is $110, which is much higher than Daryanani's global estimate of $81.

Persons: Benoit Tessier, Chris O'Cull, O'Cull, TipRanks, Amit Daryanani, Daryanani, Ivan Feinseth, Feinseth, Goldman Sachs, Toshiya Hari, Hari Organizations: Meta, Inc, Viva Technology, Porte de, Reuters, Cava, Apple, Apple Services, Services, Tigress Financial, TipRanks, Nvidia Semiconductor, Nvidia, US Locations: Porte, Paris, France, Cava, CAVA, U.S, Midwest

The reshoring trend is bringing manufacturing back into the U.S., putting the need for robots and automation at the forefront of the building boom. But with a tight labor market, companies are incorporating more automation and robotics into these brand new factories. Another robotics company Daryanani picked was Azenta . Sakraida said it could see upside as it gradually exposes itself more to the reshoring trend. It's working toward becoming a pure-play automation company," Sakraida said.

Persons: Jonathan Sakraida, reshoring, Carol Schleif, BMO's, Amit Daryanani, Daryanani, chipmakers, Morgan Stanley, industrials, Jonathan Coleman, Janus Henderson, Sakraida, Chris Snyder, Rockwell, — CNBC's Michael Bloom Organizations: UBS, Labor, BMO Family, HP, Janus Henderson Investors, Lincoln Electric, Rockwell Automation, ROK, Emerson Electric, Emerson Locations: U.S

☆ Here's why Evercore’s Amit Daryanani compares Apple’s VR headset with Apple Watch
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHere's why Evercore’s Amit Daryanani compares Apple’s VR headset with Apple WatchAmit Daryanani, Evercore ISI analyst, joins ‘Squawk on the Street’ to discuss Apple as the company's shares rose to trade near a record high on Monday.

Persons: Evercore’s Amit Daryanani, Apple Watch Amit Daryanani, Squawk Organizations: Apple Watch, Apple

☆ Apple results show iPhone's 'consumer staple nature' in a tough environment, Wall Street says
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-05 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Most Wall Street analysts like what they're seeing from Apple , viewing the iPhone maker's better-than-expected results as a sign of resilience and its continued ability to deliver even in a tough environment. Apple rose 2% in the premarket after posting earnings that beat expectations, driven by stronger-than-expected iPhone sales. Chatterjee has an overweight rating on Apple and a price target that implies upside of 14.6%. Softening demand 'casts a cloud' Despite the company's better-than-feared results, some analysts do expect volatility ahead. UBS analyst David Vogt reiterated his buy rating on the stock but said softening demand "likely casts a cloud on the stock near term."

☆ Apple must maintain gross-margins to sustain its inflection: Evercore ISI's Amit Daryanani
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailApple must maintain gross-margins to sustain its inflection: Evercore ISI's Amit DaryananiAmit Daryanani, Evercore ISI analyst, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss Apple as the company reported better-than-expected earnings.

☆ Moor Insights’ Patrick Moorhead expects iPhone sales to take a hit in the future
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-04 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailMoor Insights’ Patrick Moorhead expects iPhone sales to take a hit in the futureEvercore ISI’s Amit Daryanani, Moor Insights’ Patrick Moorhead and Pitt Capital’s Dan Eye, join 'Closing Bell: Overtime' to discuss Apple after the company reported better-than-expected earnings.

☆ IBM's numbers prove it's a stable play in macro turmoil, says Evercore's Amit Daryanani
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-19 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailIBM's numbers prove it's a stable play in macro turmoil, says Evercore's Amit DaryananiAmit Daryanani, Evercore ISI managing director, joins 'Closing Bell: Overtime' to discuss IBM after the company reported earnings today.

☆ Top Wall Street analysts prefer these five stocks despite ongoing uncertainty
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-26 | by ( Tipranks.Com Staff | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Here are five stocks chosen by Wall Street's top analysts, according to TipRanks, a platform that ranks analysts based on their past performance. Nonetheless, several analysts, including Evercore ISI analyst Amit Daryanani, remain bullish on the stock. Foot LockerThis week, sneaker and athletic apparel retailer Foot Locker (FL) delivered upbeat results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022. Guggenheim analyst Robert Drbul expects Foot Locker to benefit from CEO Dillon's "extensive knowledge and deep understanding of off-mall and big-box retailing." (See Foot Locker Stock Chart on TipRanks)Cisco Systems

☆ Analysts stand by Apple, say iPhone maker's 'flywheel keeps spinning' despite disappointing earnings
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-03 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Analysts aren't giving up on Apple despite the tech giant's near-term headwinds. Sales for the holiday-quarter were also 5% lower over last year, representing the company's first year-over-year decline since 2019. "Despite near-term macro and supply headwinds, the Apple flywheel keeps spinning," said Morgan Stanley's Erik Woodring, who retained his price target and overweight rating. AAPL 5D mountain Apple falls after disappointing earnings But Apple isn't out of the macro woods just yet, according to some analysts. "On the other, numbers are being reset, and investors may begin to look forward to a better 2024, akin to 2019, when Apple last saw revenues decline."

☆ Apple's disruption is a production issue rather than a demand issue, says Evercore's Amit Daryanani
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-17 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailApple's disruption is a production issue rather than a demand issue, says Evercore's Amit DaryananiEvercore's Amit Daryanani joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss the impact of Apple's production shortages on demand, new products driving growth for Apple and the reasons behind Evercore adding apple to its tactical outperform list.

☆ Evercore ISI's top picks for 2023 include a tech comeback story and a car racing play
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-12 | by ( Michelle Fox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Finding opportunities amid the market volatility is "mission critical," and there are several to be had this year, according to Evercore ISI. The Wall Street firm is predicting an economic and earnings recession, catalyzing a "cathartic" volatility spike in 2023. "Alpha opportunities are surfacing in 2022's wreckage from inflation's breakout resulting in record tightening, catalyzing a stock/bond correlated decline. With that in mind, Evercore came up with its top stock picks for 2023. The streaming company should enjoy a comeback this year, after losing 51% in 2022, according to analyst Mark Mahaney.

☆ Here are the 10 Dow stocks analysts think will see the most gains in 2023
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-22 | by ( Michelle Fox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

With that in mind, CNBC Pro looked at stocks in the Dow that have the most upside to the average analyst price target, per FactSet. Salesforce takes the top spot, with nearly 50% upside to the average analyst price target. Tech giant Apple could also see big gains, with the average analyst price target implying upside of 28%. The stock has had a lackluster year, losing 25%, but 62% of analysts covering Apple rate it a buy. 4 spot with nearly 21% upside to the average analyst price target.

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