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[News] Foxconn Confirms Shipment of NVIDIA’s GB200 to Start in Q4 as Planned


2024-08-15 Semiconductors editor

At its earnings call on August 14th, Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn addressed the progress of the highly anticipated launch of NVIDIA’s next-generation AI server, the GB200.

According to a report by Commercial Times, Foxconn confirmed that the development of the server cabinets is on schedule, and the company will be among the first suppliers to deliver, with shipments expected to begin in the fourth quarter. The company also expects significant growth throughout the year, driven by strong demand for AI servers.

Addressing concerns about the progress of its AI server business, Foxconn spokesperson James Wu stated that driven by strong customer demand, the company’s AI server revenue grew by more than 60% quarter-over-quarter in Q2, accounting for over 40% of its total server revenue.

Wu reaffirmed that the robust demand for AI servers is expected to continue, and the company maintains its forecast that AI servers will contribute 40% of its total server revenue for the year.

Additionally, Foxconn has observed strong demand from various types of customers for the new generation of AI cabinet solutions, which is expected to significantly contribute to its server revenue in 2025.

Previously, per a report from The Information, NVIDIA’s GB200 is said to be experiencing yield issues, leading to a one-quarter delay in mass shipments. When asked about potential delays in the shipment of GB200 AI servers, Wu responded that the development timeline for the GB200 cabinets is on schedule.

In the second quarter, Foxconn reported revenue of NTD 1.55 trillion (roughly USD 48 billion), with a gross margin of 6.37% and earnings per share (EPS) of NTD 2.53.

For the first half of the year, its revenue reached NTD 2.87 trillion (roughly USD 88.9 billion), marking a 4% year-over-year increase. Gross margin, operating margin, and net profit margin were 6.37%, 2.83%, and 1.98%, respectively, all showing improvements compared to the same period last year, which stood at 6.21%, 2.58%, and 1.66%.

Cumulative EPS for the first half was NTD 4.12. Looking ahead to the third quarter, Foxconn expects operations to gain momentum as they enter the traditional peak season, with both quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year growth anticipated.

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Please note that this article cites information from Commercial TimesFoxconn and The Information.

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