Goldman Sachs Downgrades Super Micro Computer, Citing Valuation and Competitive Pressures
Super Micro's stock, up 38% in 2025, faces a bearish outlook as Goldman predicts a 20% drop amid margin risks and intensified competition.
- Super Micro Computer's stock has surged 38% year-to-date, driven by optimism around AI infrastructure and Nvidia Blackwell chip shipments.
- Goldman Sachs downgraded the stock from 'Neutral' to 'Sell,' lowering the price target to $32 and citing valuation concerns and competitive risks.
- The company expects to achieve $40 billion in revenue by FY 2026, fueled by demand for AI servers, despite mounting margin pressures.
- Analysts highlight risks from increased competition, product transition challenges, and supplier and customer concentration issues.
- Super Micro recently avoided a Nasdaq delisting by resolving internal control issues and filing delayed financial reports in February 2025.