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Dell (DELL) stock has pulled back sharply despite robust demand for its artificial intelligence (AI)-optimized servers. Shares are down about 20% over the past three months and have fallen roughly 26% from their 52-week high of $168.08. This decline is largely driven by concerns about profitability rather than revenue growth.
The primary issue weighing on Dell stock has been margin pressure. As Dell continues to shift its product mix toward AI-optimized servers, margins have come under strain. These systems are seeing strong demand, but they are hurting margins. Moreover, a highly competitive environment is weighing on pricing, taking a toll on the company's overall margins. At the same time, inflation in component costs has pushed input expenses higher, further squeezing profitability.