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Super Micro Computer Inc(SMCI)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SMCI
09/24/2026: SMCI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Super Micro Computer Inc is a prominent designer and manufacturer of high-performance server and storage solutions, widely known for its role in enabling AI infrastructure. The company’s primary strength lies in its agile manufacturing and early, deep collaboration with chip providers like NVIDIA. Its investment story centers on the massive global demand for AI-optimized hardware. However, investors must weigh these opportunities against significant risks, including supply chain dependencies, intense competition from larger incumbents, and recent volatility linked to financial oversight. This stock may suit growth-oriented investors comfortable with high volatility and regulatory risk, while monitoring governance and supply chain developments is essential.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The company is deeply integrated into the AI infrastructure build-out, driving significant revenue growth. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock has historically exhibited high sensitivity to news regarding AI demand and major partner supply chains. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation has fluctuated significantly, making it difficult to define as a traditional deep-value play. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a dividend and prioritizes capital reinvestment. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility and operational risks make this unsuitable for risk-averse portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is subject to significant price swings driven by market sentiment on AI and regulatory updates. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Rapid price appreciation has led to significant variance in valuation multiples. |
| Competition risk (AI infrastructure) | High | Established incumbents are aggressively investing to capture AI server market share. |
| Business quality | Medium | While the technology is highly regarded, hardware margins are susceptible to commodity cycles. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | There is no dividend income to provide downside protection or yield. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Scaling manufacturing while maintaining high product quality is a constant operational challenge. |
Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Extreme Price Shocks
The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 30.38% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 26.81B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 12.75 | 1Y Target Price 42.38 |
Price to earnings Ratio 12.75 | 1Y Target Price 42.38 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 42.9M shares | Beta 2 | 52 Weeks Range 19.48 - 58.78 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 19.48 - 58.78 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.25 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| AI and Data Center Servers | High-density GPU systems for AI training/inference and enterprise rack-scale solutions. | Most revenue comes from building the actual physical hardware that runs AI models. |
| Storage and Accessories | Server storage, networking components, and motherboards. | These foundational components provide a steady base of business across broader IT markets. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
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Valuation
Trailing PE 12.75 | Forward PE 10.18 | Enterprise Value 32.76B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.7 |
Enterprise Value 32.76B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.7 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.84 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.66 | Shares Outstanding 646.87M | Shares Floating 557.63M |
Shares Outstanding 646.87M | Shares Floating 557.63M | ||
Percent Insiders 12.7 | Percent Institutions 69.56 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Super Micro Computer Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters San Jose, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-03-29 | Founder, Chairman of the Board, President & CEO Mr. Charles Liang | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Computer Hardware | Full time employees 7000 | Website https://www.supermicro.com |
Full time employees 7000 | Website https://www.supermicro.com | ||
Super Micro Computer, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, develops and sells server and storage solutions based on modular and open-standard architecture in the United States, Asia, Europe, and internationally. The company offers liquid and air-cooled AI servers for training and inferencing with integrated graphics processing units (GPUs) or PCIe based architectures; SuperBlade, MicroBlade, FlexTwin, GrandTwin, and BigTwin blade and multi-node systems; SuperStorage systems; Hyper, CloudDC, and WIO and rackmount systems; embedded (5G/IoT/Edge) systems; and MicroCloud server systems. It also provides workstations and networking devices; and modular server subsystems and accessories, including server boards, chassis, power supplies, and other accessories. In addition, the company offers remote system management solutions, such as Server Management suite comprising Supermicro Server Manager, Supermicro Power Management software, Supermicro Update Manager, SuperCloud Composer, SuperCloud Director, and SuperDoctor 5. Further, the company identifies service requirements; creates and executes project plans; conducts verification testing; offers training; and provides technical documentation. Additionally, it provides rack level services from design to deployment for full rack and cluster level deployments of AI and HPC datacenters; help desk services and on-site product support; and warranties, maintenance, and technical support services. The company serves enterprise data centers, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, 5G, and edge computing markets through direct and indirect sales force, distributors, value-added resellers, system integrators, and original equipment manufacturers. Super Micro Computer, Inc. was incorporated in 1993 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.

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