** Shares of data storage firm NetApp NTAP.O fell 16% to $99.47
** The company on Thursday lowered its annual revenue forecast to between $6.49 billion and $6.64 billion, compared with prior expectations of $6.54 billion to $6.74 billion
** It forecast 2025 adjusted EPS between $7.17 and $7.27, down from earlier projection range of $7.20 to $7.40
** The company faces sluggish demand as businesses pull back spending amid rising macroeconomic uncertainty and inflation
** "Reduction is primarily driven by FX and the planned divestiture of spot," the company said
** At least eight brokerages cut PT
** In 2024, the company's shares rose 31.7%
(Reporting by Kritika Lamba in Bengaluru)
((Kritika.Lamba@thomsonreuters.com))
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