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Quantum Corporation (QMCO)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/14/2025: QMCO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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2 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $19

1 Year Target Price $19

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$19 Target price
52w Low $2.22
Current$7.87
52w High $90.64

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -48.47%
Avg. Invested days 26
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 54.69M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 19
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 19
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 2.69
52 Weeks Range 2.22 - 90.64
Updated Date 08/15/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.22 - 90.64
Updated Date 08/15/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -25.76

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-08-11
When After Market
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -43.63%
Operating Margin (TTM) -3.47%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -13.37%
Return on Equity (TTM) -

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 1.85
Enterprise Value 180716634
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.19
Enterprise Value 180716634
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.19
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.63
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -9.13
Shares Outstanding 6949760
Shares Floating 5314022
Shares Outstanding 6949760
Shares Floating 5314022
Percent Insiders 11.36
Percent Institutions 14.19

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Quantum Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Quantum Corporation was founded in 1980. Initially focused on disk drives, it evolved into a provider of data storage solutions, archiving, and data protection. Significant milestones include pioneering advancements in tape storage technology and adapting to the shift towards cloud-based solutions.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Data Protection Solutions: Provides solutions for backup, recovery, and archive, including hardware, software, and cloud-based services. Focused on ransomware protection and disaster recovery.
  • Video and Analytics Solutions: Offers storage solutions optimized for video surveillance, media & entertainment, and other data-intensive applications.
  • Hybrid Cloud Solutions: Provides a range of solutions, including software-defined storage, scale-out file systems, active archiving, and other services to integrate on-premise storage solutions with cloud solutions.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Jamie Lerner is the current Chairman, President and CEO. The company has a structured organizational hierarchy with departments focused on product development, sales, marketing, finance, and operations.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • ActiveScale Object Storage: A software-defined object storage solution designed for long-term data retention, analytics, and cloud-native applications. Market share data is difficult to ascertain independently but competes with other object storage offerings. Competitors include Cloudian, Dell, and IBM. Revenue from this product is embedded within the overall solutions category.
  • Scalar Tape Automation: Tape storage solutions for backup, archive, and disaster recovery. Quantum is a major player in the tape storage market. Competitors include IBM and Overland Tandberg. Market share data available via industry reports (approx. 20% of tape automation market). Revenue from this product is embedded within the overall solutions category.
  • StorNext File System: A high-performance file system designed for demanding workflows in media and entertainment, video surveillance, and research. Competitors include IBM Spectrum Scale, Panasas, and WekaIO. Market share data is difficult to ascertain independently. Revenue from this product is embedded within the overall solutions category.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The data storage industry is characterized by evolving technologies, growing data volumes, and increasing demands for data protection and accessibility. There is a shift towards cloud-based solutions and hybrid environments.

Positioning

Quantum Corporation positions itself as a provider of end-to-end data storage solutions, from on-premise to cloud. Its competitive advantages include its expertise in tape storage and its focus on data-intensive applications.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The overall data storage market is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Quantum Corporation is positioned to capture a share of this market by focusing on specific segments like video and unstructured data.

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Strengths

  • Established brand name in data storage
  • Expertise in tape storage technology
  • Focus on data-intensive applications
  • Strong customer base
  • Hybrid cloud solutions

Weaknesses

  • Smaller market capitalization compared to major competitors
  • Dependence on specific market segments
  • History of inconsistent financial performance
  • Challenging transitioning to cloud-centric market

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for data protection and ransomware solutions
  • Expansion into new markets and geographies
  • Strategic partnerships with cloud providers
  • Adoption of new storage technologies
  • Growing needs for digital video surveillance

Threats

  • Competition from larger storage vendors
  • Rapid technological advancements
  • Economic downturns
  • Supply chain disruptions
  • Cybersecurity threats

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • IBM (IBM)
  • Dell Technologies (DELL)
  • Seagate Technology (STX)

Competitive Landscape

Quantum Corporation faces strong competition from larger companies with greater resources. It differentiates itself through its focus on specific market segments and its expertise in tape storage.

Major Acquisitions

EnCloudEn

  • Year: 2019
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
  • Strategic Rationale: EnCloudEn technology became the basis for Quantumu2019s Cloud-Based Analytics offering. Acquisition Price was deemed immaterial.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been uneven, influenced by economic conditions and market trends.

Future Projections: Future growth projections are dependent on the successful execution of its strategic initiatives, including expanding into new markets and strengthening its cloud offerings. Analyst estimates vary.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include partnerships, acquisitions, and product launches focused on cloud, data protection, and video surveillance solutions.

Summary

Quantum Corporation is a niche player in the data storage market, leveraging its expertise in tape storage and specialized markets like video surveillance. Its financial performance has been inconsistent, but recent initiatives aim to drive growth in cloud-based solutions. The company faces stiff competition from larger players and must execute its strategy effectively to capitalize on market opportunities.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Quantum Corporation Investor Relations
  • Company SEC Filings
  • Market Research Reports
  • Analyst Estimates

Disclaimers:

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market share estimates are approximate. Financial data is based on publicly available information and may be subject to change. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor.

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About Quantum Corporation

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters San Jose, CA, United States
IPO Launch date 1999-08-02
President, CEO & Director Mr. Hugues Meyrath
Sector Technology
Industry Computer Hardware
Full time employees 770
Full time employees 770

Quantum Corporation provides products for storing and managing digital video and unstructured data in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. The company offers Myriad All-Flash File and Object Storage Software for high performance enterprise unstructured data applications such as AI, machine learning, and data analytics; Unified Surveillance Platform Software that unified compute and storage for video surveillance recording, storage, and analytics; StorNext Hybrid Flash/Disk File Storage Software for video editing, post-production, and streaming applications, as well as digital file archives; and CatDV Asset Management Software for indexing, cataloging, enriching workflow orchestration. It also provides ActiveScale Object Storage Software that scalable and durable storage; DXi Backup Appliances to build backup appliances for high-speed backup and recovery and multisite data protection; and Scalar Tape Storage that secure storage for long term data archiving and offline data protection which are used by hyperscalers and enterprises. In addition, the company sells linear tape-open (LTO) a tape drives for small business data protection and archiving; and LTO media for use in tape storage systems. Further, it offers global support, customer support agreements, software subscriptions, installation, education, and consulting and training services, as well as Quantum-as-a-Service. The company sells its products through a network of distributors, value-added resellers, direct marketing resellers, original equipment manufacturers, and other suppliers, as well as directly to corporate entities and government agencies. Quantum Corporation was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.