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Super Micro Computer Inc.

Super Micro Computer Inc.

  • 21.03.2025 19:59
  • barrons.com
  • Keywords: High Short Interest

Super Micro Computer Inc., a leading IT solutions provider, saw its stock close at $42.15 with an average price target of $49.89 from 12 ratings. Despite a positive BUY rating upgrade, the company's fundamentals show room for improvement, with a 38.29% YTD change and a 52-week range of $17.25 to $110.61.

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Super Micro Computer Inc.

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The company has high short interest, which can indicate potential instability or negative sentiment.

Context

Analysis of Super Micro Computer Inc.

Key Financial Metrics

  • Stock Price: $42.15 (close), up 7.80% from previous close.
  • Market Value: $25.02B.
  • Shares Outstanding: 593.48M.
  • EPS (TTM): $2.29.
  • P/E Ratio (TTM): 18.39.
  • Beta: 1.59.
  • Volume: 64.54M shares traded (91.74% of average).
  • 52 Week Range: $17.25 - $110.61.

Trading Performance

  • YTD Change: +38.29%.
  • 12 Month Change: -56.67%.
  • Day Range: $38.91 - $42.63.

Analyst Sentiment

  • Average Price Target: $49.89 (from 12 ratings).
  • Rating Upgrade: Upgraded from HOLD to BUY on 08/09/24.
  • Analyst Score: 64.83 (BUY), with a positive sentiment score of 7.3/10.

Market Position and Fundamentals

  • The company's fundamentals are described as "fine but leave plenty of room for improvement."
  • Products include twin solutions, MP servers, GPU/coprocessor systems, MicroCloud, AMD solutions, power supplies, storage, motherboards, chassis, super workstations, and server management products.

Competitive Dynamics

  • Super Micro Computer operates in a highly competitive tech sector, with focus on innovation, cost efficiency, and market positioning.
  • Strategic considerations include potential expansion into AI and cloud computing solutions, as indicated by their product portfolio.

Long-Term Implications

  • The company's ability to adapt to technological advancements and maintain margins will be critical for long-term growth.
  • Market volatility suggests the need for agile strategic adjustments in response to industry trends.

This analysis highlights Super Micro Computer's current financial health, market positioning, and potential future trajectory based on available data.