Super Micro Computer Management
Management criteria checks 4/4
Super Micro Computer's CEO is Charles Liang, appointed in Sep 1993, has a tenure of 32.67 years. total yearly compensation is $442.00, comprised of 0.2% salary and 99.8% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 8.86% of the company’s shares, worth $1.90B. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.3 years and 5.7 years respectively.
Key information
Charles Liang
Chief executive officer
US$442.0
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 0.23% |
| CEO tenure | 32.7yrs |
| CEO ownership | 8.9% |
| Management average tenure | 3.3yrs |
| Board average tenure | 5.7yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 21
Super Micro Computer: Back To Accounting Basics
Summary Super Micro Computer, Inc. delivered mixed FQ3 2026 results, with revenues missing expectations but EPS and gross margins showing improvement. Gross profit margin rebounded to 9.95%, yet guidance signals a sequential contraction due to potential cost pressures and fading low-margin inventory benefits. Operating cash flow remained deeply negative at $(6.6B), driven by surging working capital needs, particularly in payables and inventory accumulation. An attractive valuation profile (FWD P/E at 12.9x, well below sector and historical averages) helps to offset the downside risks for SMCI stock. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • May 04
SMCI: AI Infrastructure Expansion Will Support Longer Term Margin Recovery
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Super Micro Computer, with recent cuts of $12, $8, $18, $14 and $10. These changes reflect updated views on slower modeled revenue growth, lower profit margins and a slightly higher discount rate, even as some still reference prior upside in select research.
New Narrative • Apr 23
Super Micro Computer will achieve a remarkable 19% revenue growth but legal risks justify a big discount.
Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) — Condensed Investment View Business: Supermicro sells powerful computer systems and data storage equipment. It has done well from the recent boom in AI because it builds the kind of machines that AI companies need.
Narrative Update • Apr 19
SMCI: AI Partnerships And Governance Reset Will Drive Bullish Repricing Outlook
Analysts have trimmed the Super Micro Computer price target by about $0.87, reflecting a slightly lower fair value and P/E assumption after a series of recent target cuts and downgrades, even as revenue growth and profit margin inputs in the model remain relatively stable. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Super Micro Computer has been dominated by a cluster of price target cuts and several downgrades, with commentary frequently pointing to governance concerns and credibility questions following indictments.Narrative Update • Apr 05
SMCI: AI Partnerships And Governance Reset Will Drive Repricing Into 2026
Super Micro Computer's analyst price target has been revised lower by $6.99, with analysts citing higher required returns, a lower fair value estimate, and more conservative profit margin and P/E assumptions, despite slightly higher modeled revenue growth. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Super Micro has shifted toward a more cautious stance, with several firms trimming price targets and some lowering ratings following legal and governance concerns.
Narrative Update • Mar 21
SMCI: Legal Credibility Concerns Will Likely Undermine Major AI Server Upside
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Super Micro Computer in response to multiple price target cuts. They cite higher assumed risk, more modest revenue and margin expectations, and a higher future P/E multiple following recent legal and credibility concerns.Narrative Update • Mar 07
SMCI: AI Data Center Partnerships Will Support Repricing Into 2026
Analysts have made a modest adjustment to their price targets on Super Micro Computer, with changes clustering in a narrow $2 to $11 range as they factor in updated views on AI related demand, valuation, and sector positioning for 2026. Analyst Commentary Recent Super Micro price target moves sit within a relatively tight band, but the tone of the research still gives you useful clues about how the Street is thinking about valuation, execution, and growth into 2026.Narrative Update • Feb 21
SMCI: AI Data Center Demand And Liquid Cooling Will Drive Repricing
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Super Micro Computer to $63, reflecting slightly stronger assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower future P/E, even as recent Street price target moves have been mixed. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts on Super Micro Computer are split in their near term expectations, but a few themes still stand out when you look past the headline price target cuts.Narrative Update • Feb 07
SMCI: AI Server Positioning And New Liquid Cooling Will Drive Repricing
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Super Micro Computer from US$80.58 to US$60.00, reflecting updated assumptions for slower revenue growth, lower profit margins, and a higher future P/E, as seen in a mix of recent price target reductions and a smaller price target increase across covering firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Super Micro Computer has been mixed, but you can still see some confidence around the company’s ability to execute and create value over time.Narrative Update • Jan 24
SMCI: Large AI Orders And Margin Recovery Efforts Will Drive Future Repricing
Analysts have reduced their Super Micro Computer price targets by single-digit percentages, citing updated views on growth, profitability, and expectations for a lower future P/E. At the same time, some research notes highlight strong new orders and the possibility of margin recovery, alongside ongoing competition risks in AI servers.Narrative Update • Jan 09
SMCI: AI Server Order Wins Will Support Longer Term Margin Recovery
Analysts have made a modest upward adjustment to their Super Micro Computer price targets, with changes ranging from US$3 to US$4 per share. They are weighing recent Q1 revenue timing issues against strong new AI server orders and the potential for longer term margin recovery in an increasingly competitive market.Narrative Update • Dec 21
SMCI: Margin Pressures Will Likely Undermine Benefits Of Major AI Server Wins
Analysts have modestly lowered their fair value estimate for Super Micro Computer, trimming the average price target by a few dollars per share to about $34 to $40. They are balancing expectations for sharply accelerating revenue driven by large AI server orders, including a $12B GB300 platform win, against lingering concerns over near term margin pressure and long term profitability risks in an increasingly competitive market.Narrative Update • Dec 07
SMCI: AI Order Momentum Will Drive Long Term Revenue Upside
Analysts nudged their average price target on Super Micro Computer modestly higher, to about $34 from roughly $30, citing a strong rebound in orders, including a multibillion-dollar GB300 platform win, and confidence that near-term revenue timing issues will be offset by longer-term AI server demand despite ongoing profitability risks. Analyst Commentary Street research following the latest earnings update reflects a mixed but generally more constructive stance on Super Micro, with modest target changes and reiterated ratings highlighting both upside from AI server momentum and persistent execution risks.Narrative Update • Nov 23
SMCI: Order Wins And Federal Expansion Will Support Revenue Recovery
Super Micro Computer's analyst price target has been adjusted downward, decreasing from $50.94 to $48.53. Analysts cite persistent profitability risks despite management's expectation of a revenue rebound and significant new order momentum.Analysis Article • Nov 08
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) Shares Slammed 32% But Getting In Cheap Might Be Difficult Regardless
Super Micro Computer, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SMCI ) shares have had a horrible month, losing 32% after a relatively good period...Narrative Update • Nov 07
SMCI: Strong Order Momentum Will Drive Revenue Upside Amid AI Competition
Analysts have modestly raised their price target for Super Micro Computer to $50.94 from $50.59, citing improving revenue growth outlook and expectations for margin recovery, even as competition in the AI server market continues. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates have highlighted a variety of factors influencing both the positive and negative outlooks on Super Micro Computer’s stock.Narrative Update • Oct 23
Analysts Raise Super Micro Target as Profit Margins Improve and AI Demand Grows
Analysts have raised their price target for Super Micro Computer by approximately $0.53 to $50.59. They cite improved profit margins and confidence in the company's ability to achieve strong sales growth as key factors supporting the increase.Analysis Article • Aug 30
The Price Is Right For Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) Even After Diving 32%
The Super Micro Computer, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SMCI ) share price has softened a substantial 32% over the previous 30 days...Narrative Update • Aug 07
Global AI Adoption And Scalable Data Centers Will Define Future Market Dynamics
With both Super Micro Computer’s future P/E and net profit margin remaining stable, analyst fair value estimates were unchanged, maintaining the consensus price target at $50.38. What's in the News Super Micro Computer issued FY2026 sales guidance of at least $33 billion and Q1 GAAP EPS of $0.30-$0.42, reflecting material stock-based compensation expense.Analysis Article • Jul 16
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) Looks Just Right With A 28% Price Jump
Super Micro Computer, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SMCI ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 28% gain in the last...Analysis Article • Jun 26
Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI)?
Today we're going to take a look at the well-established Super Micro Computer, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SMCI ). The company's...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$1b |
| Dec 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$873m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$793m |
| Jun 30 2025 | US$442 | US$1 | US$1b |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$1b |
| Dec 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$1b |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$1b |
| Jun 30 2024 | US$28m | US$1 | US$1b |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$1b |
| Dec 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$732m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$613m |
| Jun 30 2023 | US$1 | US$1 | US$640m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$587m |
| Dec 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$578m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$444m |
| Jun 30 2022 | US$1 | US$1 | US$285m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$184m |
| Dec 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$125m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$111m |
| Jun 30 2021 | US$18m | US$422k | US$112m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$91m |
| Dec 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$89m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$85m |
| Jun 30 2020 | US$1m | US$423k | US$84m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$90m |
| Dec 31 2019 | n/a | n/a | US$84m |
| Sep 30 2019 | n/a | n/a | US$79m |
| Jun 30 2019 | US$386k | US$386k | US$72m |
Compensation vs Market: Charles's total compensation ($USD442.00) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD14.79M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Charles's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Charles Liang (67 yo)
32.7yrs
Tenure
US$442
Compensation
Mr. Charles Liang founded Super Micro Computer, Inc. in September 1993 and has been its Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer and President since September 1993. Mr. Liang has been developing serv...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founder | 32.7yrs | US$442.00 | 8.86% $ 1.9b | |
| Co-Founder | 32.7yrs | no data | 2.24% $ 479.3m | |
| CFO, Company Secretary & Senior VP | 5.3yrs | US$1.96m | 0.020% $ 4.2m | |
| Chief Accounting Officer | no data | no data | 0.0099% $ 2.1m | |
| SVP of Corporate Development & General Counsel | 1.2yrs | no data | no data | |
| Acting Chief Compliance Officer | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Chief Business Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Corporate Development | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior Corporate Vice President of Engineering | no data | no data | 0.032% $ 6.8m | |
| Chief Revenue Officer | no data | no data | no data |
3.3yrs
Average Tenure
64.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: SMCI's management team is considered experienced (3.3 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founder | 32.7yrs | US$442.00 | 8.86% $ 1.9b | |
| Co-Founder | 32.7yrs | no data | 2.24% $ 479.3m | |
| Independent Director | 19.3yrs | US$290.15k | 0.034% $ 7.4m | |
| Lead Independent Director | 7.3yrs | US$507.37k | 0.048% $ 10.2m | |
| Independent Director | 3.4yrs | US$424.20k | 0.00026% $ 55.6k | |
| Independent Director | 4.1yrs | US$418.65k | 0.0091% $ 2.0m | |
| Independent Director | 1.8yrs | US$243.40k | 0.00055% $ 117.7k | |
| Independent Director | 1.2yrs | US$71.83k | 0.00028% $ 59.9k |
5.7yrs
Average Tenure
69yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: SMCI's board of directors are considered experienced (5.7 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
|---|---|
| Company Analysis | 2026/05/25 15:57 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/22 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/06/30 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Super Micro Computer, Inc. is covered by 28 analysts. 16 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Dong Wang | Barclays |
| Timothy Long | Barclays |
| Mark Newman | Bernstein |