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Applied Optoelectronics Stock (NASDAQ: AAOI)

Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:AAOI) Stock

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC

Applied Optoelectronics

Applied Optoelectronics Inc is a provider of fiber-optic networking products, for four networking end-markets; internet data center, CATV, telecom, and FTTH. The Company designs and manufactures a wide range of optical communications products at varying levels of integration, from components, subassemblies, and modules to complete turn-key equipment. Through direct sales personnel, and manufacturing teams in the United States, China, and Taiwan, the company coordinates with customers to determine product design, qualifications, and performance. The Company has manufacturing and research and development facilities located in the U.S., Taiwan, and China.

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Applied Optoelectronics Inc

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Needham analyst Ryan Koontz initiated coverage on Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $32. Applied Optoelectronics shares closed at $25.84 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/aaoi/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Goldman Sachs analyst Richard Law initiated coverage on Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARQT#NASDAQ">ARQT</a>) with a Neutral rating and announced a price target of $18. Arcutis Biotherapeutics shares closed at $15.02 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/arqt/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Mizuho analyst Steven Valiquette initiated coverage on Teladoc Health, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDOC#NYSE">TDOC</a>) with a Neutral rating and announced a price target of $10. Teladoc Health shares closed at $8.20 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/tdoc/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler analyst Brent Bracelin initiated coverage on Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) with an Overweight rating and announced a price target of $170. Palantir Technologies shares closed at $154.86 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/pltr/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst Brian Tanquilut initiated coverage on Chemed Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHE#NYSE">CHE</a>) with a Hold rating and announced a price target of $500. Chemed shares closed at $463.02 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/che/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Needham analyst Ryan Koontz initiates coverage on Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $32.

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Needham Initiates Coverage On Applied Optoelectronics with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $32

Wolfe Research analyst George Notter initiates coverage on Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) with a Peer Perform rating.

Wolfe Research Initiates Coverage On Applied Optoelectronics with Peer Perform Rating

In the preceding three months, 4 analysts have released ratings for Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Applied Optoelectronics, revealing an average target of $25.5, a high estimate of $34.00, and a low estimate of $18.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 12.82%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750946471_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Applied Optoelectronics. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Mike Genovese</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
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<td>Simon Leopold</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
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<tr>
<td>Mike Genovese</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
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<td>Simon Leopold</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Applied Optoelectronics. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Applied Optoelectronics compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Applied Optoelectronics's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Applied Optoelectronics's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Applied Optoelectronics</h2>
Applied Optoelectronics Inc is a provider of fiber-optic networking products, for four networking end-markets; internet data center, CATV, telecom, and FTTH. The Company designs and manufactures a wide range of optical communications products at varying levels of integration, from components, subassemblies, and modules to complete turn-key equipment. Through direct sales personnel, and manufacturing teams in the United States, China, and Taiwan, the company coordinates with customers to determine product design, qualifications, and performance. The Company has manufacturing and research and development facilities located in the U.S., Taiwan, and China.
<h3>Key Indicators: Applied Optoelectronics's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Applied Optoelectronics displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 145.52%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Applied Optoelectronics's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -9.19%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Applied Optoelectronics's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -3.41%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Applied Optoelectronics's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.54%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Applied Optoelectronics's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.62, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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4 Analysts Assess Applied Optoelectronics: What You Need To Know

Rosenblatt analyst Mike Genovese maintains Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $30 to $34.

Rosenblatt Maintains Buy on Applied Optoelectronics, Raises Price Target to $34

<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Gorilla Tech Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GRRR#NASDAQ">GRRR</a>) stock moved upwards by 40.7% to $26.46 during Friday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $347.3 million. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out 2 days ago. </li>
<li>Couchbase (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BASE#NASDAQ">BASE</a>) stock rose 30.42% to $24.69. The company's market cap stands at $1.0 billion. </li>
<li>Mobilicom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOB#NASDAQ">MOB</a>) shares moved upwards by 28.46% to $3.49. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $20.3 million. </li>
<li>Circle Internet Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRCL#NYSE">CRCL</a>) stock rose 21.34% to $242.2. The company's market cap stands at $44.4 billion. </li>
<li>Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) stock rose 18.0% to $23.33. The company's market cap stands at $1.1 billion. </li>
<li>Pixelworks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PXLW#NASDAQ">PXLW</a>) shares increased by 15.89% to $7.8. The company's market cap stands at $35.3 million. </li>
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<li>Creative Global Tech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CGTL#NASDAQ">CGTL</a>) stock decreased by 13.9% to $1.96 during Friday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $48.6 million. </li>
<li>Digital Turbine (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APPS#NASDAQ">APPS</a>) shares decreased by 12.54% to $5.89. The company's market cap stands at $721.0 million. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out 4 days ago. </li>
<li>XTI Aerospace (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XTIA#NASDAQ">XTIA</a>) stock fell 10.69% to $3.13. The company's market cap stands at $28.7 million. </li>
<li>Aeva Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEVA#NASDAQ">AEVA</a>) shares decreased by 9.57% to $24.97. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.5 billion. </li>
<li>Lianhe Sowell (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LHSW#NASDAQ">LHSW</a>) stock declined by 9.53% to $1.52. The company's market cap stands at $87.3 million. </li>
<li>Alpha Modus Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMOD#NASDAQ">AMOD</a>) stock decreased by 9.49% to $1.05. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $16.0 million. 
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Marin Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRIN#NASDAQ">MRIN</a>) stock increased by 69.4% to $1.44 during Wednesday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $4.5 million. </li>
<li>Pixelworks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PXLW#NASDAQ">PXLW</a>) shares increased by 16.92% to $6.15. The company's market cap stands at $32.2 million. </li>
<li>Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) stock increased by 15.79% to $19.43. The company's market cap stands at $1.0 billion. </li>
<li>Arqit Quantum (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARQQ#NASDAQ">ARQQ</a>) shares rose 15.79% to $35.92. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $515.6 million. </li>
<li>Valens Semiconductor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLN#NYSE">VLN</a>) stock rose 13.98% to $2.28. The company's market cap stands at $241.0 million. </li>
<li>QXO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QXO#NYSE">QXO</a>) stock moved upwards by 12.95% to $22.76. The company's market cap stands at $13.1 billion. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Soluna Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLNHP#NASDAQ">SLNHP</a>) shares decreased by 19.4% to $2.04 during Wednesday's regular session. </li>
<li>XTI Aerospace (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XTIA#NASDAQ">XTIA</a>) shares fell 19.05% to $3.32. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $20.8 million. </li>
<li>Wolfspeed (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WOLF#NYSE">WOLF</a>) shares declined by 16.01% to $1.05. The company's market cap stands at $163.3 million. </li>
<li>ZenaTech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZENA#NASDAQ">ZENA</a>) shares fell 9.96% to $4.25. The company's market cap stands at $108.3 million. </li>
<li>M-Tron Industries (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPTI#AMEX">MPTI</a>) shares fell 9.96% to $43.29. The company's market cap stands at $126.3 million. </li>
<li>Digital Turbine (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APPS#NASDAQ">APPS</a>) stock fell 9.02% to $6.86. The company's market cap stands at $733.9 million. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out 2 days ago. 
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Creative Global Tech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CGTL#NASDAQ">CGTL</a>) shares increased by 53.9% to $1.42 during Thursday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $30.4 million. </li>
<li>Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) shares moved upwards by 13.41% to $18.51. The company's market cap stands at $1.0 billion. </li>
<li>Trident Digital Tech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDTH#NASDAQ">TDTH</a>) stock rose 11.58% to $0.36. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $23.0 million. </li>
<li>Oracle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) shares moved upwards by 8.68% to $191.7. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $537.5 billion. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>AXT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXTI#NASDAQ">AXTI</a>) shares increased by 8.58% to $2.15. The company's market cap stands at $98.0 million. </li>
<li>Verb Technology Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VERB#NASDAQ">VERB</a>) shares increased by 7.33% to $8.71. The company's market cap stands at $12.3 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Castellum (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTM#AMEX">CTM</a>) stock fell 14.6% to $1.17 during Thursday's pre-market session. The company's market cap stands at $100.7 million. </li>
<li>Karooooo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KARO#NASDAQ">KARO</a>) stock fell 14.18% to $51.09. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.5 billion. </li>
<li>FOXO Technologies (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOXO#AMEX">FOXO</a>) shares decreased by 10.24% to $0.27. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.7 million. </li>
<li>Movano (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOVE#NASDAQ">MOVE</a>) stock decreased by 8.7% to $0.72. The company's market cap stands at $5.0 million. </li>
<li>XTI Aerospace (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XTIA#NASDAQ">XTIA</a>) shares decreased by 6.74% to $4.71. The company's market cap stands at $29.6 million. </li>
<li>Sonim Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONM#NASDAQ">SONM</a>) stock decreased by 6.2% to $1.06. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $10.9 million. 
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Applied Optoelectronics shares are trading higher after the company announced the first volume shipment of data center transceivers to a hyperscale customer.

Shares of Oracle Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) rose sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results and issued upbeat <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ORCL">outlook commentary</a>.
The company reported fourth-quarter revenue of $15.9 billion, beating analyst estimates of $15.58 billion. The company reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of $1.70 per share, beating analyst estimates of $1.64 per share, according to Benzinga Pro.
Oracle shares jumped 7.6% to $189.99 in the pre-market trading session.
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<li>Greenlane Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GNLN#NASDAQ">GNLN</a>) shares jumped 78% to $0.0137 in pre-market trading after adding 8% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Creative Global Technology Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CGTL#NASDAQ">CGTL</a>) jumped 73.4% to $1.60 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Graphjet Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTI#NASDAQ">GTI</a>) gained 26.6% to $0.0814 in pre-market trading. Graphjet Technology, on June 11, submitted appeal to the Nasdaq Requesting hearing before Hearings Panel.</li>
<li>Zhongchao Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZCMD#NASDAQ">ZCMD</a>) climbed 24.1% to $1.29 in pre-market trading after dipping 22% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Houston American Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUSA#NYSE">HUSA</a>) rose 22.2% to $6.65 in pre-market trading after jumping 24% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Liminatus Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LIMN#NASDAQ">LIMN</a>) rose 21.8% to $13.53 in pre-market trading after dipping 50% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) surged 14.7% to $18.70 in pre-market trading after the company announced the first volume shipment of data center transceivers to a hyperscale customer.</li>
<li>Solid Power, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLDP#NASDAQ">SLDP</a>) gained 13.4% to $2.12 in pre-market trading after jumping 15% on Wednesday.</li>
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<li>Intensity Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTS#NASDAQ">INTS</a>) shares tumbled 47.7% to $0.3020 in pre-market trading after the company announced a proposed public offering.</li>
<li>Helius Medical Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSDT#NASDAQ">HSDT</a>) dipped 42.5% to $0.6397 in pre-market trading. Helius Medical Technologies shares gained 31% on Wednesday after the company announced an authorized claim for payment for the PoNS Device from Aetna Healthcare.</li>
<li>Catheter Precision, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTAK#NASDAQ">VTAK</a>) shares fell 30.2% to $0.4223 in pre-market trading after jumping 165% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Jupiter Neurosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JUNS#NASDAQ">JUNS</a>) declined 19.6% to $1.60 in pre-market trading after jumping 106% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HYMC#NASDAQ">HYMC</a>) declined 19.5% to $3.43 in pre-market trading after the company announced a $40 million public offering of units.</li>
<li>Distoken Acquisition Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIST#NASDAQ">DIST</a>) fell 18.8% to $16.00 in pre-market trading after jumping 64% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Tonix Pharmaceuticals Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TNXP#NASDAQ">TNXP</a>) dipped 17% to $31.32 in pre-market trading. Tonix Pharmaceuticals may sell up to $150 million in common stock.</li>
<li>707 Cayman Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JEM#NASDAQ">JEM</a>) declined 17% to $5.76 in pre-market trading after jumping 73% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>GameStop Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) fell 12.4% to $24.97 in pre-market trading after the company announced a $1.75 billion proposed private offering of convertible senior notes.</li>
<li>Oxford Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXM#NYSE">OXM</a>) fell 10.1% to $44.99 in pre-market trading. Oxford Industries reported in-line earnings for the first quarter and issued second-quarter earnings guidance below estimates.</li>
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) shares moved upwards by 14.4% to $18.67 during Wednesday's after-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.0 billion. </li>
<li>FOXO Technologies (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOXO#AMEX">FOXO</a>) shares increased by 12.21% to $0.34. The company's market cap stands at $2.2 million. </li>
<li>Argo Blockchain (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARBK#NASDAQ">ARBK</a>) stock rose 7.31% to $0.42. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $26.7 million. </li>
<li>Oracle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) shares increased by 6.78% to $188.34. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $528.1 billion. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out today. </li>
<li>Oblong (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OBLG#NASDAQ">OBLG</a>) shares increased by 6.37% to $4.3. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $5.6 million. </li>
<li>QuickLogic (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUIK#NASDAQ">QUIK</a>) shares rose 5.25% to $6.41. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $101.5 million. </li>
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<li>Castellum (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTM#AMEX">CTM</a>) shares fell 13.2% to $1.19 during Wednesday's after-market session. The company's market cap stands at $102.3 million. </li>
<li>Karooooo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KARO#NASDAQ">KARO</a>) stock declined by 10.97% to $53.0. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.6 billion. </li>
<li>FiEE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MINM#NASDAQ">MINM</a>) shares fell 4.32% to $3.07. The company's market cap stands at $22.5 million. </li>
<li>Alpha Modus Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMOD#NASDAQ">AMOD</a>) shares decreased by 3.45% to $1.12. The company's market cap stands at $15.4 million. </li>
<li>Sonim Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONM#NASDAQ">SONM</a>) stock fell 3.29% to $1.1. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $11.3 million. 
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Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) shares climbed in Wednesday's extended trading after the company announced its first volume shipment of high-speed data center transceivers to a major hyperscale <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/g45892788/applied-optoelectronics-announces-first-volume-shipment-of-data-center-transceivers-to-recently-en">data center customer.</a>
What To Know: Applied Optoelectronics did not name the customer, but said that the hyperscaler had been "recently re-engaged."&nbsp;
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The company also said this shipment marked the first volume shipment of the advanced high-speed data center transceivers to this customer, as well as the first shipment of significant quantity to this customer in several years.
&#8220;Throughout the year, we have been expecting growth in data center transceiver sales, particularly in the second half of the year,&#8221; commented Dr. Thompson Lin, AOI&#8217;s CEO.&nbsp;
"This first volume shipment to this customer represents a significant milestone on a journey to what we continue to expect to be significant business opportunities with this newly re-engaged customer. As we execute on our previously announced U.S.-based capacity expansion plan, we continue to expect shipments to this customer and other customers to increase in line with our previous commentary of a second-half ramp,&#8221; Dr. Lin added. 
AAOI Price Action: Applied Optoelectronics shares were up 16.23% at $18.97 in Wednesday's extended trading, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>.  
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Applied Optoelectronics Announces First Volume Shipment Of  Data Center Transceivers To A Hyperscale Customer

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Shares of companies within the broader tech sector are trading higher amid overall market strength due to a rise in NVIDIA, a slight improvement in consumer confidence and as traders await details on potential US trade deals.

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$35.8K</td>
<td>65.1K</td>
<td>119.0K</td>
</tr>
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<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$40.3K</td>
<td>17.2K</td>
<td>29.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
<td>$54.5K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td>12.1K</td>
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<td>QBTS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$37.5K</td>
<td>15.1K</td>
<td>8.6K</td>
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<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/30/25</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$32.0K</td>
<td>55</td>
<td>7.1K</td>
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<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$28.8K</td>
<td>38.4K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
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<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$470.00</td>
<td>$75.0K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
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<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$131.00</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>629</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
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<td>APP</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$365.00</td>
<td>$50.0K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>377</td>
</tr>
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<td>AAOI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$27.9K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>188</td>
</tr>
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<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 170 contract(s) at a $135.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.8K, with a price of $211.0 per contract. There were 65199 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 119046 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SMCI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), we observe a call option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 328 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 19 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $40.3K, with a price of $124.0 per contract. There were 17264 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 29724 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on May 16, 2025. This event was a transfer of 101 contract(s) at a $410.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $54.5K, with a price of $540.0 per contract. There were 2796 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 12133 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding QBTS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBTS#NYSE">QBTS</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 36 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 300 contract(s) at a $12.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $37.5K, with a price of $125.0 per contract. There were 15138 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8615 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CRWV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWV#NASDAQ">CRWV</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 15 day(s) on May 30, 2025. This event was a transfer of 11 contract(s) at a $40.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.0K, with a price of $2910.0 per contract. There were 55 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 7109 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 36 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 33 contract(s) at a $210.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.8K, with a price of $876.0 per contract. There were 38432 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2029 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 218 day(s) on December 19, 2025. Parties traded 24 contract(s) at a $470.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $75.0K, with a price of $3125.0 per contract. There were 1860 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1287 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PLTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $131.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $300.0 per contract. There were 629 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1016 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding APP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $365.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $50.0K, with a price of $500.0 per contract. There were 1732 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 377 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AAOI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 246 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 93 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.9K, with a price of $300.0 per contract. There were 2222 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 188 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Shares of companies within the broader tech sector are higher after the US and China agreed to a temporary reduction in most tariffs on each other's goods. A reduction in tariffs could alleviate some supply chain concerns and improve macro sentiment as well as demand visibility.

Raymond James analyst Simon Leopold maintains Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $20 to $18.

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