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Seagate upgraded to Buy with $1,034 target on strong AI-driven HDD demand and revenue growth outlook.

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29 Oct 2026, 22:07 WIB
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Seagate upgraded to Buy with $1,034 target on strong AI-driven HDD demand and revenue growth outlook.

Seagate Technology Holdings plc has been upgraded to a Buy rating with a year-end 2027 price target of $1,034, reflecting improved earnings estimates and an attractive valuation. The company benefits from strong volume growth, 40% price increases, and guidance that revenue growth in 2027 will significantly outpace 2026. Demand for hard disk drives (HDDs) is increasingly driven by AI data centers, with AI's share of exabyte demand expected to rise from 18% in 2026 to 43% by 2028. While risks include potential delays or cancellations in AI data center projects and uncertain long-term AI monetization, HDDs remain essential for cost-effective mass data storage.

Seagate Technology Holdings PLC shares trade at USD 691.55 on Pluang as of Oct 30, 2026 02:21 WIB, down 0.92% in the last day. The stock's market cap stands at $160.53 billion, reflecting its significant presence in the technology sector. Despite the recent downgrade in price, investor sentiment on Pluang shows 83% selling activity against 17% buying interest.

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