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CoreWeave Announces $4 Billion OpenAI Deal as Stock Rises 68% Post-IPO

The Nvidia-backed AI infrastructure firm reports 420% Q1 revenue growth but faces investor concerns over $20–23 billion capital expenditure plans for 2025.

A screen displays the company logo for CoreWeave, Inc., Nvidia-backed cloud services provider, during the company's IPO at the Nasdaq Market, in New York City, U.S., March 28, 2025. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo

Overview

  • CoreWeave's Q1 revenue reached $981.6 million, a 420% year-over-year increase, surpassing analyst expectations of $853 million.
  • The company disclosed a new $4 billion agreement with OpenAI, bringing its total revenue backlog to $25.9 billion.
  • CoreWeave projects 2025 capital expenditures of $20–23 billion, exceeding analyst estimates and raising questions about profitability.
  • Shares have climbed 68% since the March IPO, though recent volatility reflects mixed reactions to its aggressive spending plans.
  • CEO Michael Intrator emphasized strong demand for AI infrastructure, citing partnerships with major clients like Microsoft, OpenAI, and Nvidia.