Semtech's stock soared 8.63% during intraday trading on Tuesday, extending its recent positive momentum.

The significant move follows the company's release of impressive first fiscal quarter results that handily exceeded market expectations. Semtech reported adjusted earnings per share of $0.51, beating the consensus estimate of $0.45 and representing a 34.21% year-over-year increase. Revenue also came in strong at $291 million, surpassing the anticipated $283 million. A key highlight was the record performance of its data center segment, which achieved revenue of $71.6 million, surging 39% year-on-year due to accelerating momentum in its AI optical business.

Investor confidence was further bolstered by the company's robust second-quarter guidance, which projected adjusted EPS between $0.59 and $0.63, well above analyst estimates, and revenue guidance that also topped expectations. The bullish outlook was reinforced by Morgan Stanley raising its price target on the stock, citing the potential for the AI-driven data center business to see substantial growth.