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Qualcomm Rises on Data Center Momentum Amid Margin Risks

Aug 31, 2026, 1:36 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Stock advanced >2% on supportive data-center catalysts and ongoing bullish analyst sentiment, though earnings margin risks cap upside.

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Qualcomm shares climbed about 2-3% as investors weigh its advancing data-center opportunity against rising costs and potential FY2027 earnings pressure from Apple-related revenue declines. Bulls point to two upcoming hyperscaler ASIC programs starting in Q4 that could boost revenue, while bears caution about margin pressure from manufacturing costs and fixed-mobile pricing.

QCOM stock rose >2% as data center bets outweigh margin concerns.
Analysts stay bullish but trim targets due to higher costs.
Two hyperscaler ASIC programs to start revenue in the December quarter.
Apple-related revenue risk could pressure FY2027 earnings.
ETFs with QCOM exposure may drive flows and moves.

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