Super Micro Computer, Inc. ( SMCI ) shares are trading higher Thursday, reversing recent downward momentum in the semiconductor sector. 

What To Know:

The Nasdaq had its worst day since 2022 on Wednesday as Tesla and Alphabet led the index lower following the companies' earnings releases. Investors may be concerned regarding the lack of returns on large capital expenditures related to artificial intelligence and the ability of mega cap tech stocks to sustain the levels of growth that have fueled the market's recent gains.

Super Micro Computer ( SMCI ) shares are down nearly 10% over the past five days and the stock fell more than 9% Wednesday alone. Several factors, including the possibility of increased chip-focused sanctions on China and political tensions surrounding Taiwan, have weighed heavily on the sector. 

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Super Micro Computer ( SMCI ) is set to release its fourth-quarter results on Aug. 6 after the closing bell. According to estimates from  Benzinga Pro, analysts expect the company to report earnings of $8.10 per share and revenue of $5.294 billion. Super Micro Computer ( SMCI ) has beat earnings expectations in each of the last four quarters, however, the company missed the Street's revenue estimates last quarter. 

Will SMCI Stock Go Up?

When trying to assess whether or not Super Micro Computer ( SMCI ) will trade higher from current levels, it's a good idea to take a look at analyst forecasts.

Wall Street analysts have an average 12-month price target of $840.83 on Super Micro Computer ( SMCI ). The Street high target is currently at $1300 and the Street low target is $325. Of all the analysts covering Super Micro Computer ( SMCI ), one has a positive rating, 4 have neutral ratings and one has a negative rating.

In the last month, two analysts have adjusted price targets. Here's a look at recent price target changes [Analyst Ratings]. Benzinga also tracks Wall Street's most accurate analysts. Check out how analysts covering Super Micro Computer ( SMCI ) have performed in recent history.

Stocks don't move in a straight line. The average stock market return is approximately 10% per year. Super Micro Computer ( SMCI ) is 151% up year-to-date. The average analyst price target suggests the stock could have further upside ahead.

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SMCI Price Action: According to Benzinga Pro, Super Micro Computer ( SMCI ) shares are up 0.41% at $715.00 at the time of publication Thursday.

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