Buy Coherent (COHR): Ride the Datacenter Optics Upgrade — Momentum Meets Structural Demand
Coherent stands to benefit from a renewed datacenter optics buildout driven by hyperscaler capex. The stock has momentum, institutional backing and low days-to-cover on short interest — but carries elevated multiples and negative free cash flow. Entry at $350, stop $315, target $440 for a position trade over the next 46–180 trading days.