VNET Group, a leading provider of carrier-neutral internet data center services, saw its stock surge 7% in intraday trading on Thursday, outperforming the broader market. This surge came after analysts upgraded the stock to a "Strong Buy" rating, citing improving earnings estimates and a favorable outlook for the company.

The upgrade was driven by analysts' recognition of VNET Group's strong earnings potential, with consensus estimates for the company's fiscal year 2024 earnings increasing by a significant 29.2% over the past three months. This positive revision in earnings estimates is a powerful force that can influence stock prices, as it reflects the company's underlying business performance and future growth prospects.

According to the analyst report, VNET Group's earnings are expected to rebound sharply in 2024, with the company projected to earn -$0.07 per share, marking a substantial improvement of 90.7% compared to the previous year. This turnaround in earnings, coupled with the company's strong position in the rapidly growing data center services market, has caught the attention of investors and analysts alike, fueling the stock's recent upward momentum.