Insider Trading November 11, 2026 03:01 AM

Super Micro Director Scott Angel Discloses $49,940 Stock Purchase

The insider buy arrives as SMCI trades at a P/E of 5.82, well below industry averages, and follows strong quarterly results and mixed analyst actions.

By Avery Klein
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Super Micro Computer director Scott Angel acquired 1,715 shares at $29.1199 per share for a total of $49,940 on November 6, 2026, bringing his direct holdings to 8,770 shares. The purchase comes as SMCI trades at a P/E ratio of 5.82, significantly below industry averages, and as the company reports September quarter revenue of $19.9 billion that surpassed consensus estimates of $15.0 billion. Super Micro also guided December quarter revenue to $20.5 billion, above the expected $16.5 billion, and raised its fiscal 2027 revenue guidance to a range of $72 billion to $82 billion, with some firms noting a record backlog. Analyst responses have been mixed: Raymond James raised its price target to $65 with an Outperform rating, Rosenblatt reiterated a Buy with a $57 target, Needham maintained a Buy with a $46 target despite an earnings per share miss, Mizuho lowered its target to $36 with a Neutral rating citing competitive pressures, and Susquehanna raised its target to $18 from $15 while holding a Negative rating.

Super Micro Director Scott Angel Discloses $49,940 Stock Purchase
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Key Points

  • Super Micro director Scott Angel bought 1,715 shares at $29.1199 per share for a total of $49,940, raising his direct holdings to 8,770 shares.
  • The purchase comes as SMCI trades at a P/E of 5.82, significantly below industry averages, and as the company reported September quarter revenue of $19.9 billion that beat consensus of $15.0 billion.
  • Analyst reactions are mixed: Raymond James raised its target to $65 with an Outperform rating, Rosenblatt reiterated a Buy with a $57 target, Needham maintained a Buy with a $46 target, Mizuho lowered its target to $36 with a Neutral rating, and Susquehanna raised its target to $18 from $15 while holding a Negative rating.

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) director Scott Angel has disclosed a direct acquisition of company common stock, according to a regulatory filing. The transaction, dated November 6, 2026, involved the purchase of 1,715 shares at a price of $29.1199 per share, for a total value of $49,940. Following the acquisition, Angel directly holds 8,770 shares of Super Micro Computer common stock.

The insider purchase comes at a time when SMCI is trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of just 5.82, a level described as significantly below industry averages. According to an analysis, the stock appears undervalued, with shares currently trading well below the platform's Fair Value estimate. Investors seeking detailed valuation metrics and exclusive insights can access a comprehensive Pro Research Report, available for SMCI and more than 1,400 other US equities.


Recent financial results and guidance

In other recent news, Super Micro Computer reported September quarter revenue of $19.9 billion, surpassing consensus estimates of $15.0 billion. The company also provided guidance for December quarter revenue at $20.5 billion, which is above the expected $16.5 billion. Despite a decrease in gross margin to 12.8%, Super Micro Computer's AI mix increased to 71%. Following these results, the company raised its fiscal 2027 revenue guidance to a range of $72 billion to $82 billion, with some firms noting a record backlog as a contributing factor.

Analyst reactions

Several analyst firms have responded to these developments with adjustments to their price targets and ratings:

  • Raymond James increased its price target to $65, maintaining an Outperform rating.
  • Rosenblatt reiterated a Buy rating with a $57 target.
  • Needham also maintained a Buy rating, keeping its target at $46, despite noting a miss on earnings per share.
  • Mizuho lowered its price target to $36, maintaining a Neutral rating, citing competitive pressures.
  • Susquehanna raised its price target to $18 from $15, holding a Negative rating on the stock.

The mixed analyst actions reflect a range of views on the company's outlook, with some firms pointing to strong revenue growth and backlog while others highlight margin pressures and competitive dynamics.

Super Micro Computer shares closed at $27.79, down $0.81 or 2.83%, on the most recent trading day. In after-hours trading, the stock was quoted at $29.46, up $1.67 or 6.01%.

Risks

  • Gross margin decreased to 12.8%, which could pressure profitability if the trend continues.
  • Mizuho cited competitive pressures in lowering its price target to $36, indicating potential headwinds for the company's market position.
  • Needham noted a miss on earnings per share despite maintaining a Buy rating, suggesting earnings performance may not align with revenue growth.

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