Cloud AI Is Proven — Can Arm and Qualcomm Win at the Edge?
Arm and Qualcomm report after Wednesday’s U.S. close. Consensus expects Arm revenue of $1.39B and EPS of $0.48; Qualcomm, $10.32B and $2.20. Investors will watch Arm’s data-center royalties and AI designs, plus Qualcomm’s handset recovery, on-device AI, and auto growth. Bulls see AI spreading to devices; bears cite weak smartphone demand, in-house chips, and China risks. What will anchor on-device AI: Arm’s royalty rates, Qualcomm handset chips, or auto orders?