Dell Technologies (DELL) Delivers Record Q1 Revenue of $43.8 Billion with Strong AI Momentum
Key Takeaways
- Dell reported record first-quarter revenue of $43.8 billion, up 88% year over year.
- Non-GAAP diluted EPS reached $4.86, up 214% from the prior year, significantly exceeding analyst expectations.
- AI-optimized server revenue hit $16.1 billion, surging 757% year over year.
- Infrastructure Solutions Group revenue climbed 181% to $29.0 billion.
- The company raised its full-year fiscal 2027 revenue outlook to a midpoint of $167 billion.
- Cash flow from operations reached a record $4.1 billion for the quarter.
Putting Dell’s Results in Context
Dell Technologies operates on a fiscal year ending in late January. Its first quarter of fiscal 2027 covered the period ending May 1, 2026. This report arrives amid surging global demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure, positioning Dell as a key beneficiary. Strong prior-year results and momentum in AI servers have driven investor focus on whether the company can sustain accelerated growth while managing supply chain and margin dynamics in a competitive hardware environment.
A Closer Look at the Numbers
Dell delivered record revenue of $43.8 billion, up 88% year over year and well above consensus estimates near $35 billion. Non-GAAP diluted EPS of $4.86 more than tripled from $1.55 in the year-ago quarter and exceeded analyst forecasts around $2.93. GAAP diluted EPS reached $5.24. AI-optimized server revenue totaled $16.1 billion, while the Infrastructure Solutions Group posted $29.0 billion in revenue. The Client Solutions Group grew 17% to $14.6 billion. The company returned $2.1 billion to shareholders via dividends and buybacks and generated record operating cash flow of $4.1 billion. Management raised full-year fiscal 2027 revenue guidance to a midpoint of $167 billion and AI server revenue expectations to $60 billion. I also checked this using Tickeron’s AI Screener to see how the stock compares to others in the industry.
How the Market Responded
Following the May 28 release, Dell shares rose sharply in after-hours trading, reflecting investor enthusiasm for the outsized beat and raised guidance. The results underscored accelerating AI demand and operational leverage, with analysts highlighting the company’s ability to capture share in high-growth segments. Sentiment improved as management emphasized sustained momentum across businesses and geographies.
Looking Ahead: What to Watch
Investors will track second-quarter fiscal 2027 guidance calling for revenue between $44.0 billion and $45.0 billion. Full-year revenue is now expected between $165 billion and $169 billion, with AI-optimized servers projected at roughly $60 billion.
Attention will focus on execution in the Infrastructure Solutions Group, particularly AI server shipments and storage demand. Commercial client trends within the Client Solutions Group remain important for diversification beyond AI hardware.
Supply chain management, gross margin trends, and capital return programs will also draw scrutiny. Broader industry dynamics, including enterprise IT spending and competitive positioning in AI infrastructure, could influence results in coming quarters.
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DELL sees its Stochastic Oscillator ascends from oversold territory
On October 02, 2026, the Stochastic Oscillator for DELL moved out of oversold territory and this could be a bullish sign for the stock. Traders may want to buy the stock or buy call options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 53 instances where the indicator left the oversold zone. In 48 of the 53 cases the stock moved higher in the following days. This puts the odds of a move higher at over 90%.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
DELL moved above its 50-day moving average on September 02, 2026 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
Following a +4.57% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where DELL advanced for three days, in 254 of 317 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 80%.
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In 284 of 331 cases where DELL Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 86%.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on September 29, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on DELL as a result. In 52 of 89 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 58%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for DELL turned negative on September 24, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 53 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 35 of the 53 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 66%.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where DELL declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 65%.
DELL broke above its upper Bollinger Band on September 03, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 3 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating low risk on high returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 87, placing this stock better than average.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 11 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 17 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 34 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. DELL’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 46 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (4.390) is normal, around the industry mean (7.187). P/E Ratio (31.613) is within average values for comparable stocks, (51.474). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.638) is also within normal values, averaging (23.994). Dividend Yield (0.004) settles around the average of (0.004) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (2.474) is also within normal values, averaging (51.774).
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