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Broadcom's net income rose 88% year-over-year to $9.3 billion in its fiscal second quarter of 2026. — Strong fundamental growth in net income and revenue suggests the company can support its current valuation.
+0.60Analysts expect Broadcom's earnings per share to reach approximately $15.75 over the coming year, compared to a trailing 12-month EPS of about $6. — A projected 160% increase in EPS would significantly lower the forward P/E ratio, making the stock appear cheaper to investors.
+0.40Broadcom's reported profits are currently suppressed by amortization charges from serial acquisitions, including the VMware deal. — This explains the discrepancy between GAAP and non-GAAP earnings, suggesting a natural upward trajectory for reported profits as charges fade.
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