STMicroelectronics NV (STM) experienced a significant surge of 5.71% during Wednesday's pre-market trading session.
The sharp upward movement follows the company's recently reported first-quarter financial results that exceeded market expectations. STMicroelectronics posted revenue of $3.1 billion, representing a substantial 23% year-over-year increase. This growth was primarily driven by strength in personal electronics and computing segments, which helped offset continued softness in automotive and industrial markets.
Adding to the positive sentiment, the company provided an optimistic outlook for its data center business, projecting revenue to surpass $500 million this year and exceed $1 billion next year. The stock's recovery was further supported by a broader rebound across the semiconductor sector during the pre-market session.
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