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AMD stock up 124% YTD, with strong AI data center growth and $629.60 price target signaling 31% upside.

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26 Aug 2026
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AMD's stock has surged 123.75% year to date, driven by a doubling of data center revenue and expanding deals with major AI hyperscalers like OpenAI and Meta. The company reported Q2 FY2026 revenue of $11.54 billion, up 50% year-over-year, and expects Q3 revenue to grow 41% year-over-year. AMD's bullish outlook centers on strong demand for its Helios AI accelerator, with management forecasting the AI accelerator market to reach $1.4 trillion by 2030. Despite a high valuation and some risks from export controls and gaming revenue declines, AMD's position as a credible AI infrastructure player supports a buy rating and a 31% upside to a $629.60 price target. The stock's future depends heavily on successful Helios deployment and navigating export policies.

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