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Cerebras stock drops on shrinking margin forecast

Published Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · Updated June 25

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  • Financial Performance and Market Reaction — 2 sources

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Cerebras, an AI chip company, saw its stock fall significantly after reporting its first-quarter earnings and forecasting lower-than-expected adjusted gross margins for 2026. This decline occurred despite a 92% revenue increase and major deals with Amazon and OpenAI, with the CEO attributing the margin forecast to investments in new products and market expansion.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Cerebras reported a 92% revenue increase, reaching $193.4 million in the first quarter.
  • Cerebras shares fell significantly after its earnings report, with declines ranging from 7.8% in extended trading to nearly 20%, following a disappointing forecast for annual profit margins.
  • The company forecast adjusted gross margins of 38% to 41% for the full year 2026.
  • Cerebras's projected margins were noted to be below those of its AI chip rivals.
  • Despite the stock drop, Cerebras had secured major deals for its chips with Amazon and OpenAI.
  • Cerebras CEO Andrew Feldman attributed the lower margin forecast to investments in new products and market expansion.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Financial Performance and Market Reaction
  • CNBC

    CNBC reported on Cerebras's Q1 earnings, noting the stock drop in extended trading following the report. It also provided a market-centric view on Cerebras' stock performance and the CEO's explanation regarding the margin forecast, attributing it to investments in new products and market expansion.

  • Channel News Asia

    Channel News Asia covered Cerebras's significant share drop after its earnings debut and a forecast of lower annual profit margins for 2026, which were below those of AI chip rivals. The report also highlighted that this occurred despite the company securing major deals with Amazon and OpenAI.

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