Should You Buy Arista Networks Before Its Next Earnings Report?

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Arista Networks (NYSE: ANET) may be one of the most important infrastructure plays in the AI boom. As AI data centers scale globally, their high-speed Ethernet networking could become mission-critical. With revenue climbing 29% and margins expanding, the path toward $200 may depend on sustained demand and continued execution.

Stock prices used were the market prices of Feb. 20, 2026. The video was published on Feb. 25, 2026.

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