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<ul><li>Jabil Inc. presented a strong performance in its third quarter of fiscal year 2025, surpassing expectations in multiple financial metrics.</li><li>The company reported net revenue of $7.8 billion, marking a 16% increase year-over-year and exceeding earlier guidance by $800 million.</li><li>This boost was primarily attributed to the Intelligent Infrastructure sector, particularly in AI-related revenue, supporting robust demand in cloud and data center infrastructure markets.</li></ul>

Jabil Inc. presented a strong performance in its third quarter of fiscal year 2025, surpassing expectations in multiple financial metrics.The company reported net revenue of $7.8 billion, marking a 16% increase year-over-year and exceeding earlier guidance by $800 million.This boost was primarily attributed to the Intelligent Infrastructure sector, particularly in AI-related revenue, supporting robust demand in cloud and data center infrastructure markets.

Jabil Inc’s AI Ambitions—Is An $8.5 Billion Bet On Data Centers The Ultimate Power Move?

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/lens-technology" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:45390:1" rel="noopener">Lens Technology (6613 HK)</a>, an industry-leading integrated one-stop precision manufacturing solution provider, has launched an H Share listing to raise US$600 million.</li>
<li>I discussed the H Share listing in <em><strong><a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/insights/lens-technology-h-share-listing-6613-hk-the-investment-case" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="insights:191858" rel="noopener">Lens Technology H Share Listing (6613 HK): The Investment Case</a></strong></em>. </li>
<li>The proposed AH discount of 24.8% to 28.1% (based on the 27 June A Share price) is attractive, and I would participate in the H Share listing.</li>
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Lens Technology (6613 HK), an industry-leading integrated one-stop precision manufacturing solution provider, has launched an H Share listing to raise US$600 million.
I discussed the H Share listing in Lens Technology H Share Listing (6613 HK): The Investment Case. 
The proposed AH discount of 24.8% to 28.1% (based on the 27 June A Share price) is attractive, and I would participate in the H Share listing.


Lens Technology H Share Listing (6613 HK): Valuation Insights

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/lens-technology" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:45390:1" rel="noopener">Lens Technology (6613 HK)</a>, an industry-leading integrated one-stop precision manufacturing solution provider, has launched an H Share listing to raise US$600 million.     </li>
<li>In terms of revenue in 2024, Lens is a global leader in precision structural parts and modules integrated solutions for both consumer electronics and smart vehicle interaction systems.</li>
<li>The investment case is based on a well-performing core business, limited tariff impact, reduced reliance on Apple, strong margins, and robust cash generation. </li>
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Lens Technology (6613 HK), an industry-leading integrated one-stop precision manufacturing solution provider, has launched an H Share listing to raise US$600 million.     
In terms of revenue in 2024, Lens is a global leader in precision structural parts and modules integrated solutions for both consumer electronics and smart vehicle interaction systems.
The investment case is based on a well-performing core business, limited tariff impact, reduced reliance on Apple, strong margins, and robust cash generation. 


Lens Technology H Share Listing (6613 HK): The Investment Case

<ul><li>Jabil Inc. reported strong financial results for its second quarter of fiscal year 2025, delivering $6.7 billion in revenue and highlighting a year-on-year growth of 3% when adjusted for divestitures.</li><li>Core operating income was reported at $334 million, with a core operating margin of 5%.</li><li>On a GAAP basis, the company reported operating income of $245 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.06.</li></ul>

Jabil Inc. reported strong financial results for its second quarter of fiscal year 2025, delivering $6.7 billion in revenue and highlighting a year-on-year growth of 3% when adjusted for divestitures.Core operating income was reported at $334 million, with a core operating margin of 5%.On a GAAP basis, the company reported operating income of $245 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.06.

Jabil Inc.: Will Its Growth In Intelligent Infrastructure and AI Growth Last Over The Coming Quarters?

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Tracking developments across tech supply chains

<ul><li>Tesla has strengthened ties with Baidu amid the US-Sino tech crossfire, showcasing the complex dynamics between the two countries.</li><li>China achieves a breakthrough in semiconductor technology with EUV, while lawmakers propose anonymous semiconductor purchases to secure the industry.</li><li>VCI Global's plan to establish India's first semiconductor wire plant in Chennai marks a significant milestone for the tech industry in the country, with Alibaba's Tongyi Qianwen aiming to revolutionize China's AI.</li></ul>

Tesla has strengthened ties with Baidu amid the US-Sino tech crossfire, showcasing the complex dynamics between the two countries.China achieves a breakthrough in semiconductor technology with EUV, while lawmakers propose anonymous semiconductor purchases to secure the industry.VCI Global's plan to establish India's first semiconductor wire plant in Chennai marks a significant milestone for the tech industry in the country, with Alibaba's Tongyi Qianwen aiming to revolutionize China's AI.

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (18-Mar-2025): Tesla strengthens ties with Baidu amid US-China tech tensions.

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Jabil Circuit, Inc. is an electronic manufacturing services provider for international electronics companies in the communications, personal computer, peripheral, consumer, and automotive markets.  The Company offers circuit design, board design from schematic, prototype assembly, volume board assembly, system assembly, repair, and warranty services.

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Jabil Inc’s AI Ambitions—Is An $8.5 Billion Bet On Data Centers The Ultimate Power Move?

Jabil Inc. presented a strong performance in its third quarter of fiscal year 2025, surpassing expectations in multiple financial metrics. The...

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Jabil Inc.: Will Its Growth In Intelligent Infrastructure and AI Growth Last Over The Coming Quarters?

Jabil Inc. reported strong financial results for its second quarter of fiscal year 2025, delivering $6.7 billion in revenue and highlighting a...

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Tech Supply Chain Tracker (18-Mar-2025): Tesla strengthens ties with Baidu amid US-China tech tensions.

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Jabil Inc’s AI Ambitions—Is An $8.5 Billion Bet On Data Centers The Ultimate Power Move?

Jabil Inc. presented a strong performance in its third quarter of fiscal year 2025, surpassing expectations in multiple financial metrics. The...

Baptista Research

Lens Technology H Share Listing (6613 HK): Valuation Insights

The proposed AH discount of 24.8% to 28.1% (based on the 27 June A Share price) is attractive, and I would participate in the H Share listing.

Arun George

Lens Technology H Share Listing (6613 HK): The Investment Case

Lens Technology has launched an H Share listing to raise US$600 million. The H Shares will be listed on 9 July. In this note, I discuss the...

Arun George

Jabil Inc.: Will Its Growth In Intelligent Infrastructure and AI Growth Last Over The Coming Quarters?

Jabil Inc. reported strong financial results for its second quarter of fiscal year 2025, delivering $6.7 billion in revenue and highlighting a...

Baptista Research

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (18-Mar-2025): Tesla strengthens ties with Baidu amid US-China tech tensions.

Weekly news roundup: Tesla strengthens ties with Baidu amid US-Sino tech tensions, China makes EUV breakthrough in semiconductors, lawmakers...

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