Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) reports its Q4 results on 21 February. Its shares have plunged by about 60% over the past 6 months due to its deteriorating financials, so long-side investors would be looking for signs of stabilization in its sales figures at least. But in addition to tracking that, I recommend readers and investors also closely monitor its 100G shipments and shipment projections, its customer mix and its margin profile as these items are likely going to determine where the company and its shares head next.
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