Analyst Atif Malik of Citi maintained a Buy rating on Arista Networks (ANET – Research Report), retaining the price target of $112.00.
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Atif Malik has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors surrounding Arista Networks’ strategic moves and market positioning. The company’s recent acquisition of VeloCloud from Broadcom is a significant step in enhancing its SD-WAN solutions, which are crucial for addressing the increasing demands of network connectivity and security in the era of AI adoption. This acquisition, along with the introduction of new enterprise products, positions Arista to effectively manage complex traffic flows and interconnect various customer sites, from branches to the cloud.
Furthermore, the anticipated share price return of 9.5% reflects a positive outlook on Arista’s growth potential and its ability to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the networking sector. The company’s proactive approach in expanding its product offerings and addressing key industry challenges underscores the confidence in its future performance. These strategic initiatives are likely to strengthen Arista’s market position and drive shareholder value, justifying the Buy rating.