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8. Arista Networks, Inc. (NYSE:ANET)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 92

On January 15, 2026, Arista Networks, Inc. (NYSE:ANET) sparked fresh investor interest after announcing that it would release financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, after the U.S. market close on February 12, 2026.

Expectations ahead of the report are still driven by the guidance issued with fiscal third-quarter 2025 results. Management projected fiscal Q4 2025 revenue of $2.30–$2.40 billion, a non-GAAP gross margin of 62–63%, and a non-GAAP operating margin of 47–48%, accounting for continued strength in hyperscaler demand and AI-driven networking.

Heading into the release, analyst sentiment remains positive.

Melius Research maintained a Buy rating with a $200 price target on January 5, 2026. On the same day, Piper Sandler upgraded Arista Networks, Inc. (NYSE:ANET) to ‘Overweight’ from ‘Neutral’, increasing its price target from $145 to $159. The firm declared 2026 to be a “Year of Refresh,” citing catalysts such as enterprise spending, AI exposure, and stable market share dynamics.

Giverny Capital Asset Management expressed long-term confidence in its fourth-quarter 2025 investor letter, highlighting Arista Networks, Inc. (NYSE:ANET) as a top contributor to performance. The firm pointed toward the company’s strong positioning in hyperscale and cloud data centers, evident from the 27.12% share price gain over the previous 52 weeks as of January 30, 2026. On that day, the shares closed at $141.74, taking the company’s valuation to $178.49 billion. The firm hinted at growing investor confidence in Arista’s role in AI-driven network infrastructure.

Arista Networks, Inc. (NYSE:ANET) develops cloud networking solutions, including EOS software and high-speed Ethernet switching and routing platforms. The company serves hyperscale, enterprise, and cloud customers across core, software, and service offerings.