Seagate, a data storage company, reports better-than-expected profits driven by increased demand from data centers. The company is raising HDD prices due to AI-driven demand surge and supply-demand imbalance. Seagate forecasts higher Q4 profit on cloud customer boost. The company faces challenges with HAMR component but expects nearline HDD demand to increase. Seagate's earnings exceed expectations, with anticipated revenue growth ahead.
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Seagate forecasts higher Q4 profit on boost from cloud customers https://t.co/8GgXR3PEz7 https://t.co/Z4rQNwQe5k