HP Inc (NYSE:HPQ) shares started trading lower on Thursday after a mixed showing in its third-quarter results.
Revenue increased 2.4% year-over-year, to $13.52 billion, compared to a consensus Wall Street forecast of $13.37 billion.
Nevertheless, HP has lowered its full-year profit forecast and cautioned over ongoing challenges in its printing division and increased competition. The printer business saw a 3% decline in sales, which amounted to $4.14 billion, which was worse than analysts expected.
HP’s PC business was performing stronger with sales up 5%.
It is, meanwhile, pushing ahead with a cost-cutting campaign that seeks to save $1.6 billion.
“We are pleased with our return to revenue growth and proud of the innovations delivered in the quarter, including the launch of our next-generation AI PC lineup,” chief executive Enrique Lores said in a statement.
“We remain focused on our strategic plan and will prioritize opportunities that drive long-term profitable growth, while taking decisive action to navigate a dynamic environment.”
In New York, HP stock was down 2.8% trading at $33.79 in early dealing.