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Western Digital Sees AI-Driven HDD Demand Outpacing Supply Through 2027
Western Digital's CFO Kris Sennesael stated that AI and cloud demand are driving unprecedented growth in the HDD market, with demand expected to outpace supply through 2027. The company anticipates exabyte demand to grow over 25% annually and is focusing on high-capacity drives and advanced technologies like HAMR to meet this demand, while also projecting strong profitability and shareholder returns.