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Dell Technologies Inc(DELL)

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4-STAR RATING
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BUY for 17 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
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LAST CLOSE
$543.43
09/28/2026
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09/28/2026: DELL (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 17 days. Simulated Profits (5.24%). Updated daily EoD!

Dell Technologies Inc is a foundational hardware company that provides servers, storage, and personal computers to enterprises and consumers worldwide. The company is currently benefiting from a strong position in the data center market, particularly as it pivots to capture demand for AI-optimized infrastructure. Its primary growth opportunity lies in its ability to integrate high-end compute and storage for modern workloads, while maintaining a reliable core PC business. Key risks include intense competition in server margins and the inherent cyclical nature of IT spending. The stock may suit investors seeking exposure to the enterprise AI infrastructure trend, provided they monitor execution in a competitive and maturing hardware landscape.

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The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitWhile AI server demand provides a growth catalyst, the core PC business remains relatively mature and cyclical.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock has demonstrated strong momentum linked to the enterprise AI infrastructure demand cycle.
Value investorStrong fitDell historically trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to its free cash flow generation.
Dividend investorMixed fitThe dividend is reliable but modest, making it more suitable for those seeking a mix of income and capital appreciation.
Low-risk investorMixed fitThe company's significant debt load and exposure to cyclical technology markets introduce volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highTechnology hardware stocks often experience price swings based on supply chain news and sector spending sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumMarket expectations for AI revenue can lead to premium valuations that may be sensitive to earnings misses.
Competition risk (AI infrastructure)HighIntense rivalry with players like HPE and white-box server manufacturers limits margin expansion.
Business qualityStrongDell's operational excellence and scale provide a durable foundation for long-term survival and competitiveness.
Dividend incomeLowDividends are a smaller portion of total return compared to capital gains for this stock.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on accurately transitioning from traditional hardware to AI-optimized, software-defined solutions.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 384.04%
Avg. Invested days 45
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
DELL receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
DELL has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, solid earnings growth (+29.3%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 7.5%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 5.2%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
DELL's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $8.6B (7.5% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is DELL's strongest growth driver at +357.6% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+18.8%, solid) and earnings growth (+29.3%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 78.0% and approximately 92.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 7.70% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 3.87%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.04%
Bank of America Corp 2.25%
State Street Corp 2.24%
Amvescap Plc. 1.39%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
DELL generates approximately $200 of gross profit, $74 of operating income, and $75 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Soft margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is strong.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.27%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
DELL has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltHigh VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 357.89B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 32.78
1Y Target Price 577.36
Price to earnings Ratio 32.78
1Y Target Price 577.36
Volume (30-day avg) 9.2M shares
Beta 1.41
52 Weeks Range 109.70 - 595.51
Updated Date 09/27/2026
52 Weeks Range 109.70 - 595.51
Updated Date 09/27/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.43%
Basic EPS (TTM) 17.17

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Infrastructure Solutions GroupServers, storage, and networking hardware.This is the primary growth engine for AI-related enterprise demand.
Client Solutions GroupLaptops, desktops, and monitors.This segment provides steady cash flow but is more tied to consumer and commercial refresh cycles.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-09-01
When After Market
Estimate 4.72
Actual 6.76

Profitability

Profit Margin 7.53%
Operating Margin (TTM) 12.02%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 8.64%
Return on Equity (TTM) 44.3%

Valuation

Trailing PE 32.78
Forward PE 21.32
Enterprise Value 372.49B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.37
Enterprise Value 372.49B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.37
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.46
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 20.73
Shares Outstanding 315.43M
Shares Floating 292.17M
Shares Outstanding 315.43M
Shares Floating 292.17M
Percent Insiders 7.7
Percent Institutions 78.03

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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News (Last Updated: 09/28/2026)

About Dell Technologies Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Round Rock, TX, United States
IPO Launch date 1988-06-22
Chairman & CEO Mr. Michael Saul Dell
Sector Technology
Industry Computer Hardware
Full time employees 97000
Full time employees 97000

Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells, and supports various comprehensive and integrated solutions, products, and services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and internationally. The company operates through Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) and Client Solutions Group (CSG) segments. The ISG segment provides modern and traditional storage solutions, including all-flash, purpose-built, hyper-converged infrastructure, software-defined storage, and general-purpose and AI-optimized servers. This segment also offers networking products and services comprising wide area network infrastructure, data center and edge networking switches, and cables and optics that help its business customers to transform and modernize their infrastructure and complementing its server and storage solutions; and software, peripherals, and services, including consulting and support, and deployment. The CSG segment provides notebooks, desktops, and workstations and branded peripherals that include displays, docking stations, keyboards, mice, webcam and audio devices, and third-party software and peripherals; and configuration, and extended warranties services. The company is involved in originating, collecting, and servicing customer financing arrangements and offers payment and consumption solutions and services, such utility, subscription, as-a-service, leases, and loans, as well as fixed-term leases and loans. It serves enterprises, governmental agencies and other public institutions, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, small and medium-sized businesses, and consumers. The company has a strategic alliance with Rafay Systems for the development of AI infrastructure solutions. The company was formerly known as Denali Holding Inc. and changed its name to Dell Technologies Inc. in March 2013. Dell Technologies Inc. was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.