Yahoo Finance Tech·4 min read

Is This Sector the Hidden Bottleneck of the AI Boom? (Hint: It's Not Semiconductors.)

Water's role in AI data center growth gains attention.

As data centers fuel economic growth in the U.S., the demand for water as a cooling resource is emerging as a critical factor in the AI boom. Companies like Xylem and American Water Works are set to benefit from this trend, with Xylem focusing on innovative water management technologies and American Water Works expanding its infrastructure to meet increasing needs. Both firms are well-positioned to capitalize on the rising water consumption linked to AI data centers, despite potential market risks.

Key Takeaways

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    Xylem's revenue grew 4% year over year to $2.4 billion.

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    American Water Works' operating revenue increased to $5.1 billion last year.

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    Both companies are positioned to benefit from rising water demand amid AI growth.

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Is This Sector the Hidden Bottleneck of the AI Boom? (Hint: It's Not Semiconductors.) | Trace