SMCI Faces Rising Short Interest Amid IT Sector Trends

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Apr 15, 2025
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Key Insights:

  • Super Micro Computer (SMCI, Financial) sees a rise in short interest, maintaining its position as the most shorted stock in the IT sector.
  • Analysts predict significant upside potential for SMCI with a one-year price target suggesting a 55.14% gain.
  • GuruFocus' GF Value indicates a considerable 77.92% upside from its current price, highlighting potential investment opportunities.

Rising Short Interest in Super Micro Computer

In March, Super Micro Computer (SMCI) continued to attract bearish sentiment, with short interest climbing to 22.84%, up from February's 21.34%. This increase solidifies SMCI's status as the most shorted stock within the IT sector. In stark contrast, industry giant Microsoft (MSFT) remains at the opposite end of the spectrum, with the lowest short interest recorded at just 0.68%. These statistics point to shifting investor sentiment across the technology landscape.

Wall Street Analysts' Projections

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The one-year price targets for Super Micro Computer Inc (SMCI, Financial), offered by 12 analysts, reveal an average target price of $51.93. This average sits between a high of $93.00 and a low of $15.00. Notably, the average target implies a substantial upside of 55.14% from SMCI's current price of $33.47. For more detailed projections, visit our Super Micro Computer Inc (SMCI) Forecast page.

Brokerage Recommendations

Among 14 brokerage firms, the consensus recommendation for SMCI currently stands at 2.8, indicating a "Hold" status. The recommendation scale ranges from 1 to 5, where 1 represents a Strong Buy, and 5 signals a Sell. This "Hold" status reflects a cautious stance from analysts, despite the potential upside.

Evaluating GF Value and Investment Potential

According to GuruFocus' GF Value, SMCI is projected to have a one-year estimated value of $59.55. This suggests a significant upside of 77.92% from its current price of $33.47. The GF Value provides a fair value estimate based on historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance forecasts. Investors seeking more in-depth data can find it on the Super Micro Computer Inc (SMCI, Financial) Summary page.

Disclosures

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