Super Micro Computer Past Earnings Performance
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Super Micro Computer has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 36.1%, while the Tech industry saw earnings growing at 10.3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 44.1% per year. Super Micro Computer's return on equity is 16.5%, and it has net margins of 3.7%.
Key information
36.09%
Earnings growth rate
33.46%
EPS growth rate
| Tech Industry Growth | 14.32% |
| Revenue growth rate | 44.15% |
| Return on equity | 16.47% |
| Net Margin | 3.70% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 29
SMCI: Governance Reset And Compliance Upgrades Will Support Future Bullish Repricing
Analysts nudged their implied price target for Super Micro Computer higher to align with a fair value estimate, moving from about $55.14 to $56.90. They cited updated assumptions for stronger revenue growth, slightly higher profit margins, a modestly higher discount rate, and a lower future P/E multiple based on the latest round of mixed but active Street research on the stock.Seeking Alpha • May 28
Super Micro Computer: The Rebound Is Just Getting Started
Summary Super Micro Computer is reiterated as a buy, with robust Q3 growth, expanding margins, and a compelling valuation discount despite reputational risks. Q3 revenues grew 123% YoY, adjusted EPS rose 171%, and adjusted EBITDA margin expanded, reflecting strong demand and operational efficiency. Guidance for FY2026 was lowered but still implies 80% growth; Q4 margin pressures and mixed outlook are noted, yet AI tailwinds and capacity expansion support the long-term thesis. The stock trades at a 43% forward P/E and 66% forward PEG discount to the IT sector, making the risk/reward highly favorable even with ongoing legal and reputational challenges. 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...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Super Micro Computer makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 33,700 | 1,247 | 565 | 753 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 28,057 | 873 | 518 | 700 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 21,053 | 793 | 518 | 678 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 21,972 | 1,049 | 540 | 637 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 21,570 | 1,151 | 538 | 581 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 20,820 | 1,445 | 510 | 534 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 18,807 | 1,420 | 451 | 485 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 14,989 | 1,153 | 387 | 464 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 11,820 | 1,049 | 317 | 421 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 9,253 | 732 | 264 | 382 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 7,391 | 613 | 232 | 344 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 7,123 | 640 | 215 | 307 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 6,574 | 587 | 206 | 293 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 6,646 | 578 | 206 | 287 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 6,015 | 444 | 202 | 281 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 5,196 | 285 | 193 | 272 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 4,630 | 184 | 189 | 260 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 4,170 | 125 | 187 | 247 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 3,828 | 111 | 185 | 235 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 3,557 | 112 | 186 | 224 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 3,385 | 91 | 169 | 232 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 3,261 | 89 | 189 | 224 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 3,302 | 85 | 198 | 227 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 3,339 | 84 | 219 | 221 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 3,297 | 90 | 227 | 201 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 3,268 | 84 | 214 | 196 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 3,329 | 79 | 215 | 186 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 3,500 | 72 | 218 | 180 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 3,628 | 74 | 211 | 176 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 3,719 | 78 | 199 | 174 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 3,615 | 59 | 186 | 167 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 3,360 | 46 | 170 | 165 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 3,057 | 33 | 152 | 161 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 2,837 | 34 | 137 | 155 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 2,673 | 58 | 121 | 151 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 2,485 | 67 | 111 | 144 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 2,338 | 59 | 107 | 139 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 2,237 | 60 | 103 | 135 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 2,215 | 70 | 101 | 130 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 2,225 | 72 | 99 | 124 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 2,231 | 84 | 93 | 119 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 2,188 | 91 | 89 | 113 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 2,050 | 89 | 81 | 108 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 1,954 | 93 | 73 | 101 |
Quality Earnings: SMCI has a high level of non-cash earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: SMCI's current net profit margins (3.7%) are lower than last year (5.3%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: SMCI's earnings have grown significantly by 36.1% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: SMCI's earnings growth over the past year (8.4%) is below its 5-year average (36.1% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: SMCI earnings growth over the past year (8.4%) did not outperform the Tech industry 17.2%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: SMCI's Return on Equity (16.5%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/31 08:32 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/29 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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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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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 |
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| Timothy Long | Barclays |
| Dong Wang | Barclays |
| Mark Newman | Bernstein |