Viavi Solutions Exceeds Q4 Earnings, Data Center and Aerospace Demand Drives Growth - VIAV
[Para 1: The Lead] Viavi Solutions (VIAV) exceeded Q4 earnings expectations, driven by robust data center and aerospace demand. The company's stock rose from $21.03 to $26.06. Management highlighted strong demand from the data center ecosystem and aerospace, now a significant part of its business. [Para 2-3: Supporting details & Context] VIAV reported revenue and profits above Wall Street forecasts. CEO Oleg Khaykin noted, "Data center ecosystem products, including high-performance semiconductors and optical modules, supported AI data center build-out." Recent acquisitions and anti-counterfeiting solution recovery also contributed. Analysts will monitor momentum in key sectors, workforce restructuring, and integration of acquired product lines like Spirent for anticipated synergies. Broader AI and hyperscale infrastructure trends remain critical.