Rating Change
Needham analysts reiterated a Buy rating on Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:AAOI) on July 22, 2026.
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Needham Reiterates Buy Rating on Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI)
Rating Change Needham analysts reiterated a Buy rating on Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:AAOI) on July 22, 2026. Market Context Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.
Market Context
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. operates in the Technology sector. The stock currently trades at $119.26 with a market capitalization of $5.8B.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 9 Buy, 1 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2026 | Needham | Buy | N/A |
| Jun 22, 2026 | Rosenblatt | Buy | N/A |
| May 08, 2026 | Rosenblatt | Buy | N/A |
| Mar 09, 2026 | Rosenblatt | Buy | N/A |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Rosenblatt | Buy | N/A |
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What does a Buy rating mean for AAOI?
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