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BullDigest's March 21 Pre-Market Summary of Super Micro Computer, Inc.

  • 21.03.2025 15:07
  • bulldigest.com
  • Keywords: Pre-Market, Summary, Super Micro Computer, Inc.

Check out BullDigest's March 21 Pre-Market Summary of Super Micro Computer, Inc.. We provide a summary of the key news before the market opens.

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Estimated market influence

FedEx

FedEx

Negativesentiment_dissatisfied
Analyst rating: Buy

FedEx cut its profit outlook due to cost pressures and weak demand, leading to a significant drop in their stock price.

Nike

Nike

Negativesentiment_dissatisfied
Analyst rating: Buy

Nike faced earnings problems due to tariffs and geopolitical issues, resulting in a decline in their stock performance.

Micron

Micron

Negativesentiment_dissatisfied
Analyst rating: Buy

Micron's Q3 adjusted gross margin forecast was below expectations, impacting the chip stocks market negatively.

Super Micro Computer (SMCI)

Positivesentiment_satisfied
Analyst rating: N/A

JPMorgan upgraded SMCI to Neutral with a higher price target due to resolved SEC issues and strong demand for their servers, leading to an increase in their stock price.

Alnylam Pharma

Alnylam Pharma

Positivesentiment_satisfied
Analyst rating: Buy

The company's heart drug approval led to a 10% rise in its stock price.

Tesla

Tesla

Positivesentiment_satisfied
Analyst rating: Neutral

After Elon Musk's assurance, Tesla's stock increased by 2%.

Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin

Positivesentiment_satisfied
Analyst rating: Buy

Defensive food and beverage stocks and Lockheed Martin rose due to market uncertainty.

Carnival Corp (CCL)

Positivesentiment_satisfied
Analyst rating: N/A

Carnival raised its annual profit forecast due to strong cruise demand, contributing to positive stock performance.

Oracle

Oracle

Neutralsentiment_neutral
Analyst rating: Buy

While Oracle's cloud and AI services are expanding, there was no specific mention of a direct impact on their stock price in the provided text.

Super Micro Computer (SMCI)

Positivesentiment_satisfied
Analyst rating: N/A

Analysts expect continued growth despite margin pressures and working capital challenges.

Context

Business Insights and Market Implications Summary

Weak Corporate Earnings Impact on Markets

  • Market Performance: S&P 500 (-0.81%), Dow Jones (-0.95%), Nasdaq 100 (-0.97%) fell due to weak corporate earnings.
  • Key Companies:
    • FedEx (down >10%): Profit outlook cut due to cost pressures and weak demand.
    • Nike (down >7%): Earnings issues tied to tariffs and geopolitical risks.
    • Micron (down >7%): Q3 adjusted gross margin forecast below consensus.

Super Micro Computer (SMCI) Upgraded by JPMorgan

  • Upgrade Details: JPMorgan upgraded SMCI to Neutral from Underweight, raising price target to $45 from $35.
  • Revenue and Margins:
    • FY26 revenue forecast raised to $39B from $34B.
    • Gross margin projected to decrease slightly to 11.1% from 11.2%.
  • Earnings Per Share (EPS): Forecast at $3.70, up from $3.25.

BLS International Services Stock Performance

  • Price Movement: NSE: ₹397.40 (+9.91%), BSE: ₹396.65 (+9.73%).
  • Key Metrics:
    • Market Cap: ₹16,453.17 Cr.
    • ROE: 25.91%, outperforming industry average.

Carnival Corp Raises Profit Forecast

  • Reason: Strong cruise demand and higher ticket prices.
  • Outcome: Beat estimates for Q1 profit and revenue.

Oracle Share Price Insights

  • Price Movement: NSE: ₹7,644.40 (+0.87%), BSE: ₹7,620.00 (+0.49%).
  • Key Metrics:
    • PE Ratio: 28.91.
    • Dividend Yield: 3.14%.

E-Mini Nasdaq 100 Index Overview

  • Performance: YTD (-7.77%), 1Y (+2.06%).
  • Market Impact: Reflects broader market sentiment and volatility.

United States Natural Gas Storage Report

  • Release Date: March 27, 2025.
  • Data Points:
    • Actual: 9B.
    • Forecast: 9B.
    • Previous: 3B.

Shorted Stocks in Tech Sector

  • Top Shorted Stocks: Apple, Micron, Super Micro.
  • Market Impact: Nasdaq Composite (-8.5% YTD).

CBOE Volatility Index (VIX)

  • Current Value: 20.52 (+3.64%).
  • Range: Day range: 19.99-20.66; 52W range: 10.62-65.73.

Institutional Investment in SMCI

  • Investor Activity: Farther Finance Advisors LLC invested $151,000 in SMCI.
  • Ownership: 84.06% institutional ownership.

OPI Global News and Trends

  • Focus Areas: Office products industry trends, global expansion, and sustainability efforts.

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