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Super Micro Computer Inc provides high-performance server technology services to cloud computing, data center, Big Data, high-performance computing, and "Internet of Things" embedded markets. Its solutions include server, storage, blade and workstations to full racks, networking devices, and server management software. The firm follows a modular architectural approach, which provides flexibility to deliver customized solutions. The Company operates in one operating segment that develops and provides high-performance server solutions based upon an innovative, modular and open-standard architecture. More than half of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, with the rest coming from Europe, Asia, and other regions.

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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in SMCI usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 27 extraordinary options activities for Super Micro Computer. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 37% leaning bullish and 44% bearish. Among these notable options, 10 are puts, totaling $530,654, and 17 are calls, amounting to $1,286,223.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $200.0 and $1060.0 for Super Micro Computer, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Super Micro Computer's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Super Micro Computer's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $200.0 to $1060.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Super Micro Computer 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1715695341_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$133.9</td>
<td>$130.7</td>
<td>$133.9</td>
<td>$790.00</td>
<td>$267.8K</td>
<td>21</td>
<td>24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/31/24</td>
<td>$183.7</td>
<td>$174.8</td>
<td>$179.99</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$179.9K</td>
<td>16</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$17.3</td>
<td>$16.7</td>
<td>$16.7</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
<td>$172.0K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.0</td>
<td>$2.5</td>
<td>$2.5</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$94.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/31/24</td>
<td>$187.0</td>
<td>$178.5</td>
<td>$182.86</td>
<td>$600.00</td>
<td>$91.4K</td>
<td>16</td>
<td>10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Super Micro Computer</h3>
Super Micro Computer Inc provides high-performance server technology services to cloud computing, data center, Big Data, high-performance computing, and "Internet of Things" embedded markets. Its solutions include server, storage, blade and workstations to full racks, networking devices, and server management software. The firm follows a modular architectural approach, which provides flexibility to deliver customized solutions. The Company operates in one operating segment that develops and provides high-performance server solutions based upon an innovative, modular and open-standard architecture. More than half of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, with the rest coming from Europe, Asia, and other regions.
<h3>Where Is Super Micro Computer Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 561,235, the price of SMCI is up 1.21% at $792.2. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 84 days.</li>
</ul>
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Here&#8217;s a breakdown of the notable executives who reaped substantial gains by spearheading the AI revolution at their respective companies (or by just being in the right place at the right time):
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. Jensen Huang</h2>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042130/shutterstock_2309655121-1024x683.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-336549" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042130/shutterstock_2309655121-1024x683.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042130/shutterstock_2309655121-300x200.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042130/shutterstock_2309655121-768x512.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042130/shutterstock_2309655121-1536x1024.jpg 1536w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042130/shutterstock_2309655121.jpg 1620w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo courtesy: Shutterstock</figcaption></figure>
Net worth: $79.5 billion
Forbes Billionaire Ranking: 17
Nvidia, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) quickly pivoted to AI, securing a near-monopoly position in supplying high-performance AI accelerator chips. Under co-founder&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/05/38782845/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huangs-demanding-leadership-style-draws-mixed-reactions-from-experts-some-defe" rel="noreferrer noopener">Huang&#8217;s leadership</a>, Nvidia&#8217;s revenue soared by 126% to $60.92 billion in 2023, with earnings per share skyrocketing by 586% to $11.93. This remarkable growth propelled Huang&#8217;s net worth from $21.1 billion to $79.5 billion.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2. Charles Liang</h2>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="563" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042322/charles-liang-fullsize-1024x563.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-336553" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042322/charles-liang-fullsize-1024x563.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042322/charles-liang-fullsize-300x165.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042322/charles-liang-fullsize-768x422.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042322/charles-liang-fullsize.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo courtesy: Super Micro</figcaption></figure>
Net worth: $4.2 billion
Forbes Billionaire Ranking: 769
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), led&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37516106/super-micros-earnings-skyrocket-with-ai-demand-analyst-highlights-growth-trajectory" rel="noreferrer noopener">by chairman and CEO Liang</a>, manufactures AI servers and storage solutions. Taiwan-born Liang&#8217;s net worth surged alongside the company&#8217;s success, reaching $4.2 billion, which saw it being added to the S&amp;P 500 Index.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3. Kwak Dong Shin</h2>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="600" height="492" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042419/Kwak-Dong-Shin-Hanmi.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-336555" style="aspect-ratio:3/2;object-fit:cover" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042419/Kwak-Dong-Shin-Hanmi.jpeg 600w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042419/Kwak-Dong-Shin-Hanmi-300x246.jpeg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo courtesy: Hanmi</figcaption></figure>
Net worth: $3.7 billion
Forbes Billionaire Ranking: 888
Hanmi Semiconductor&nbsp;Vice Chairman and CEO Dong Shin boasts a net worth of $3.7 billion, driven by his 35.5% stake in the company. Hanmi&#8217;s advanced packaging equipment plays a crucial role in semiconductor performance, aligning with the growing demand for high bandwidth memory (HBM) in AI systems.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">4. Shunsaku Sagami</h2>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="980" height="1024" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042512/Sagami-980x1024.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-336557" style="aspect-ratio:3/2;object-fit:cover" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042512/Sagami-980x1024.jpeg 980w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042512/Sagami-287x300.jpeg 287w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042512/Sagami-768x802.jpeg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042512/Sagami.jpeg 1034w" sizes="(max-width: 980px) 100vw, 980px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo courtesy: M&amp;A</figcaption></figure>
Net worth: $1.2 billion
Forbes Billionaire Ranking: 1,694
Sagami founded&nbsp;M&amp;A Research Institute, a Tokyo-based M&amp;A advisory firm leveraging AI. Despite his young age of 33, Sagami&#8217;s firm garnered significant attention and investor interest, propelling his net worth to $1.2 billion.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">5. Ivan Zhao</h2>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="387" height="264" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042619/Ivan-Zhao.png" alt="" class="wp-image-336558" style="aspect-ratio:3/2;object-fit:cover" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042619/Ivan-Zhao.png 387w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042619/Ivan-Zhao-300x205.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 387px) 100vw, 387px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo courtesy: Notion</figcaption></figure>
Net worth: $1.5 billion
Forbes Billionaire Ranking: 2,140
Zhao co-founded&nbsp;Notion Labs, a productivity software company known for its flagship product Notion. With AI integration enhancing Notion&#8217;s functionality, Zhao&#8217;s 30% stake in the company contributed to his $1.5 billion net worth.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">6. Brett Adcock</h2>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="852" height="651" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042723/Brett_Adcock_01.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-336559" style="aspect-ratio:3/2;object-fit:cover" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042723/Brett_Adcock_01.jpg 852w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042723/Brett_Adcock_01-300x229.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042723/Brett_Adcock_01-768x587.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 852px) 100vw, 852px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo courtesy: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brett_Adcock#/media/File:Brett_Adcock_01.jpg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Wikimedia Commons</a> </figcaption></figure>
Net worth: $1.4 billion
Forbes Billionaire Ranking: 2,236
Adcock founded&nbsp;Figure AI, an AI robotics company that attracted investments from industry giants like&nbsp;Microsoft&nbsp;and Nvidia. With a valuation of $2.6 billion, Adcock&#8217;s estimated 50% stake in Figure propelled him into the billionaire ranks.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">7. Lisa Su</h2>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="738" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042837/shutterstock_2334820535-1024x738.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-336560" style="aspect-ratio:3/2;object-fit:cover" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042837/shutterstock_2334820535-1024x738.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042837/shutterstock_2334820535-300x216.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042837/shutterstock_2334820535-768x553.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042837/shutterstock_2334820535.jpg 1499w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo courtesy: Shutterstock</figcaption></figure>
Net worth: $1 billion
Forbes Billionaire Ranking: 2,763
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/03/37601308/amd-ceo-lisa-su-says-ai-is-most-important-technology-of-last-50-years-everyone-will-want-an-ai-p" rel="noreferrer noopener">AMD CEO Su</a>&nbsp;revitalized the company&#8217;s fortunes with the launch of Ryzen processors. AMD&#8217;s foray into AI with M1300 AI accelerators contributed to Su&#8217;s net worth of $1 billion.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">8. Michelle Zatlyn</h2>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Collision_2019_-_Toronto_-_ENX_9646_%2847894937341%29.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="724" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042924/Collision_2019_-_Toronto_-_ENX_9646_47894937341-1024x724.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-336561" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042924/Collision_2019_-_Toronto_-_ENX_9646_47894937341-1024x724.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042924/Collision_2019_-_Toronto_-_ENX_9646_47894937341-300x212.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042924/Collision_2019_-_Toronto_-_ENX_9646_47894937341-768x543.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14042924/Collision_2019_-_Toronto_-_ENX_9646_47894937341.jpg 1511w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo courtesy: <a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Collision_2019_-_Toronto_-_ENX_9646_%2847894937341%29.jpg">Wikimedia Common</a>s</figcaption></figure>
Net worth: $1.2 billion
Forbes Billionaire Ranking: 2,410
Canadian-born Zatlyn co-founded&nbsp;Cloudflare, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NET#NYSE">NET</a>), democratizing AI use for developers. The 44-year-old&#8217;s 2% stake in the company, where she plays the role of COO, combined with Cloudflare&#8217;s AI-powered infrastructure, led to her $1.2 billion net worth.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">9. Sam Altman</h2>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043124/shutterstock_2425252275-1024x683.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-336566" style="aspect-ratio:3/2;object-fit:cover" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043124/shutterstock_2425252275-1024x683.jpg 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043124/shutterstock_2425252275-300x200.jpg 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043124/shutterstock_2425252275-768x512.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043124/shutterstock_2425252275-1536x1024.jpg 1536w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043124/shutterstock_2425252275.jpg 1620w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo courtesy: Shutterstock</figcaption></figure>
Net worth: $1 billion
Forbes Billionaire Ranking: 2,692
Altman is the co-founder of OpenAI and a venture capital investor. A Stanford dropout, he founded the social-mapping company Loopt. Later, he was a partner at AI accelerator Y Combinator, serving as its president between 2014 and 2019. According to Forbes,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/38789502/sam-altman-received-openai-dismissal-news-while-he-was-in-vegas-hotel-room-during-f1-grand-prix-i-wa" rel="noreferrer noopener">Altman has no equity stake</a>&nbsp;in OpenAI, but his wealth is by way of his investments in&nbsp;Stripe,&nbsp;Reddit, and nuclear fusion firm&nbsp;Helion.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">10. Harvey Jones</h2>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="820" height="1024" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043853/Harvey-Jones-820x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-336581" style="aspect-ratio:3/2;object-fit:cover" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043853/Harvey-Jones-820x1024.jpg 820w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043853/Harvey-Jones-240x300.jpg 240w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043853/Harvey-Jones-768x959.jpg 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/14043853/Harvey-Jones.jpg 865w" sizes="(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo courtesy: Nvidia</figcaption></figure>
Net worth: $1.1 billion
Forbes Billionaire Ranking: 2,679
Jones, a venture capitalist and entrepreneur who co-founded companies such as&nbsp;Daisy Systems&nbsp;and&nbsp;Tensilica, earned substantial compensation from&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/06/32884099/nvidia-insiders-continue-to-sell-shares-after-hitting-all-time-highs-1-trillion-market-cap-what-inve" rel="noreferrer noopener">his board membership</a>&nbsp;at Nvidia, adding to his net worth of $1.1 billion.
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Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
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<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$175.9K</td>
<td>15.7K</td>
<td>36.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$152.50</td>
<td>$52.5K</td>
<td>4.3K</td>
<td>9.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DOCN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$66.5K</td>
<td>30</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$25.7K</td>
<td>25.6K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$147.00</td>
<td>$65.7K</td>
<td>758</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$405.00</td>
<td>$31.2K</td>
<td>10.9K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$780.00</td>
<td>$36.2K</td>
<td>892</td>
<td>872</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/24/24</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$52.0K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>871</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PATH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$32.2K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td>398</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$31.9K</td>
<td>462</td>
<td>386</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on May 17, 2024. Parties traded 93 contract(s) at a $900.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $175.9K, with a price of $1890.0 per contract. There were 15796 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 36708 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on May 17, 2024. Parties traded 185 contract(s) at a $152.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $52.5K, with a price of $284.0 per contract. There were 4364 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 9033 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DOCN (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCN#NYSE">DOCN</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 186 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $35.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $66.5K, with a price of $665.0 per contract. There were 30 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3519 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 67 day(s) on July 19, 2024. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.7K, with a price of $515.0 per contract. There were 25657 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2364 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For TSM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 4 day(s) on May 17, 2024. This event was a transfer of 332 contract(s) at a $147.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $65.7K, with a price of $198.0 per contract. There were 758 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1617 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on May 17, 2024. Parties traded 30 contract(s) at a $405.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.2K, with a price of $1040.0 per contract. There were 10910 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1182 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SMCI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 4 day(s) on May 17, 2024. This event was a transfer of 20 contract(s) at a $780.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.2K, with a price of $1810.0 per contract. There were 892 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 872 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 11 day(s) on May 24, 2024. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $52.0K, with a price of $520.0 per contract. There were 1398 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 871 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PATH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PATH#NYSE">PATH</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 95 day(s) on August 16, 2024. This event was a transfer of 125 contract(s) at a $21.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.2K, with a price of $258.0 per contract. There were 2384 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 398 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ARM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 186 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 10 contract(s) at a $95.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.9K, with a price of $3196.0 per contract. There were 462 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 386 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

AAPL

DOCN

PATH

10 Information Technology Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

<h3>Jim Simons, RIP</h3>
When news of Jim Simons&#39; passing broke on Friday, may noted the extraordinary returns of his firm&#39;s flagship fund.&nbsp;
<blockquote>IF YOU INVESTED JUST $1,000 IN JIM SIMONS MEDALLION FUND IN 1988 YOU WOULD HAVE OVER $42 MILLION DOLLARS TODAY FOR COMPARISON IF YOU BOUGHT THE S&amp;P 500 YOU WOULD HAVE $40,000 INVESTING IN WARREN BUFFET&rsquo;S BERKSHIRE WOULD HAVE GIVEN YOU $152,000 TRULY THE GREATEST TO EVER DO IT <a href="https://t.co/joZB2xcGs4">https://t.co/joZB2xcGs4</a>
&mdash; GURGAVIN (@gurgavin) <a href="https://twitter.com/gurgavin/status/1788972147567661394?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 10, 2024</a></blockquote>
Of course, you couldn&#39;t have invested in the Medallion Fund unless you worked at Simons&#39; Renaissance Technologies. But there was more to Jim Simons than being one of history&#39;s best investors. He lived an amazing life, as he detailed in the lecture below.&nbsp;
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A couple of things that jumped out at us from this lecture:
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<li>The importance of luck. When he was young, Simons borrowed money from his father to invest in a friend&#39;s business in Colombia. A few years later, after his friend sold his Colombian business, Jim gave his and his father&#39;s proceeds to Jim&#39;s trader friend to manage. Jim made a deal with his friend that his friend would get 25% of the proceeds from his trading. After ten months, Jim&#39;s friend had grown Jim and his father&#39;s money by 1,000%, net of the trader&#39;s 25% cut.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Jim&#39;s lasting love of math and science. Of course, Simons started out as an academic mathematician, but late in life, after the death of his son, he returned to pure math as a way to deal with his grief--and in the process, he ended up making a discovery that advanced a branch of the field. Simons&#39; foundation has also funded research into medicine as well as pure math and science, including investigations into the origins of life.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
The last twenty minutes or so are questions and answers, but most of you will probably enjoy the part where Simons speaks.&nbsp;
<h3>In Case You Missed It</h3>
On Thursday Night we posted our&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/top-names-592024">Top Ten Names</a>&nbsp;from this week.&nbsp;
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Click the image above to go to the post.&nbsp;
In the free preview part of that post, we also showed the 6-month performance of our top ten names from November 9th of last year:&nbsp;on average they were up 52.3%, versus 20.39% for the SPDR S&amp;P 500 Trust ETF (ARCA:SPY), led by gains in Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/smci#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), Celestica (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cls#NYSE">CLS</a>), and Nvidia (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nvda#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>).
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We now have 6-month returns for 46 weekly top ten names cohorts since we started our Substack in December of 2022.&nbsp;Our top ten names have returned 22.96%&nbsp;over the average of these 46 6-month periods, versus SPY&#39;s average of 12.37%.
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If you want to stay in touch.
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Remembering Jim Simons: Revisiting One Of The Legendary Investor's Best Lectures

International Supercomputing Conference (ISC) -- Supermicro, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>),&nbsp;a Total IT Solution Provider for AI, Cloud, Storage, and 5G/Edge, is addressing the most demanding requirements from customers who want to expand their AI and HPC capacities while reducing data center power requirements. Supermicro delivers complete liquid-cooled solutions, including cold plates, CDUs, CDMs, and entire cooling towers. A significant reduction in the PUE of a data center is quickly realized with data center liquid-cooled servers and infrastructure, and this can reduce overall power consumption in the data center by up to&nbsp;40%.

Supermicro's Rack Scale Liquid-Cooled Solutions with the Industry's Latest Accelerators Target AI and HPC Convergence

Earnings

ASML

Semiconductor Stocks Higher; TSM Reported Strong April Sales

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$32.6K</td>
<td>8.4K</td>
<td>43.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$59.5K</td>
<td>13.2K</td>
<td>30.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$26.4K</td>
<td>5.8K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/24/24</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$122.0K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$44.8K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td>3.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$34.5K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AKAM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/21/24</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$117.0K</td>
<td>531</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$830.00</td>
<td>$36.5K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$27.6K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WOLF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$53.0K</td>
<td>46</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 25 contract(s) at a $900.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.6K, with a price of $1305.0 per contract. There were 8425 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 43973 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 500 contract(s) at a $155.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $59.5K, with a price of $119.0 per contract. There were 13245 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 30398 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 2 day(s) on May 10, 2024. This event was a transfer of 300 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 19 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.4K, with a price of $88.0 per contract. There were 5836 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3989 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PLTR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 16 day(s) on May 24, 2024. Parties traded 2000 contract(s) at a $22.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 41 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $122.0K, with a price of $61.0 per contract. There were 5442 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3924 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MARA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 472 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 12 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $44.8K, with a price of $95.0 per contract. There were 2825 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3475 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ARM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 2 day(s) on May 10, 2024. This event was a transfer of 60 contract(s) at a $110.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.5K, with a price of $575.0 per contract. There were 3353 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3277 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AKAM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AKAM#NASDAQ">AKAM</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 44 day(s) on June 21, 2024. This event was a transfer of 249 contract(s) at a $105.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $117.0K, with a price of $470.0 per contract. There were 531 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2564 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SMCI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), we observe a call option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 25 contract(s) at a $830.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.5K, with a price of $1460.0 per contract. There were 1002 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2412 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For INTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 618 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 105 contract(s) at a $25.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 16 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.6K, with a price of $263.0 per contract. There were 3095 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1461 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For WOLF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WOLF#NYSE">WOLF</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 317 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 171 contract(s) at a $40.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $53.0K, with a price of $310.0 per contract. There were 46 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1000 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

AKAM

MARA

PLTR

WOLF

10 Information Technology Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$47.4K</td>
<td>21.3K</td>
<td>73.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$62.4K</td>
<td>8.3K</td>
<td>41.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$51.4K</td>
<td>21.5K</td>
<td>7.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$689.9K</td>
<td>11.3K</td>
<td>6.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/21/24</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$35.5K</td>
<td>10.9K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PANW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/21/24</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$35.9K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/24/24</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$126.0K</td>
<td>910</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$820.00</td>
<td>$90.5K</td>
<td>431</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MDB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$31.4K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>809</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
<td>$68.5K</td>
<td>442</td>
<td>480</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 845 contract(s) at a $180.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 17 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $47.4K, with a price of $56.0 per contract. There were 21326 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 73431 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 3 day(s) on May 10, 2024. This event was a transfer of 24 contract(s) at a $900.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $62.4K, with a price of $2600.0 per contract. There were 8312 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 41388 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 10 day(s) on May 17, 2024. Parties traded 210 contract(s) at a $160.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.4K, with a price of $245.0 per contract. There were 21519 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 7448 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For INTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 136 day(s) on September 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 6000 contract(s) at a $28.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $689.9K, with a price of $115.0 per contract. There were 11362 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 6542 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding TSM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 45 day(s) on June 21, 2024. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.5K, with a price of $355.0 per contract. There were 10944 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1601 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PANW (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 45 day(s) on June 21, 2024. This event was a transfer of 59 contract(s) at a $360.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.9K, with a price of $610.0 per contract. There were 2130 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1502 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 17 day(s) on May 24, 2024. Parties traded 750 contract(s) at a $430.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $126.0K, with a price of $168.0 per contract. There were 910 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1480 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SMCI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 55 contract(s) at a $820.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $90.5K, with a price of $1646.0 per contract. There were 431 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1372 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MDB (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDB#NASDAQ">MDB</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 77 contract(s) at a $350.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.4K, with a price of $402.0 per contract. There were 1308 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 809 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ARM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $109.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $68.5K, with a price of $685.0 per contract. There were 442 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 480 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

PANW

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Super Micro Computer. Our analysis of options history for Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) revealed 15 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 46% of traders were bullish, while 46% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 5 were puts, with a value of $329,452, and 10 were calls, valued at $412,292.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $720.0 to $1500.0 for Super Micro Computer over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Super Micro Computer options trades today is 700.64 with a total volume of 993.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Super Micro Computer's big money trades within a strike price range of $720.0 to $1500.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Super Micro Computer Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1715089676_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$96.5</td>
<td>$94.0</td>
<td>$96.5</td>
<td>$820.00</td>
<td>$144.7K</td>
<td>59</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$30.5</td>
<td>$29.0</td>
<td>$29.0</td>
<td>$850.00</td>
<td>$116.0K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">61</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$685.7</td>
<td>$672.2</td>
<td>$677.82</td>
<td>$1500.00</td>
<td>$67.7K</td>
<td>2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$290.2</td>
<td>$287.0</td>
<td>$287.0</td>
<td>$1000.00</td>
<td>$57.4K</td>
<td>79</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$11.8</td>
<td>$11.0</td>
<td>$11.48</td>
<td>$850.00</td>
<td>$47.0K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">106</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Super Micro Computer</h3>
Super Micro Computer Inc provides high-performance server technology services to cloud computing, data center, Big Data, high-performance computing, and "Internet of Things" embedded markets. Its solutions include server, storage, blade and workstations to full racks, networking devices, and server management software. The firm follows a modular architectural approach, which provides flexibility to deliver customized solutions. The Company operates in one operating segment that develops and provides high-performance server solutions based upon an innovative, modular and open-standard architecture. More than half of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, with the rest coming from Europe, Asia, and other regions.
In light of the recent options history for Super Micro Computer, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Super Micro Computer</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 264,947, the price of SMCI is down -2.18% at $812.25. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 91 days.</li>
</ul>
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Check Out What Whales Are Doing With SMCI

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$920.00</td>
<td>$27.9K</td>
<td>8.8K</td>
<td>36.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$33.0K</td>
<td>6.7K</td>
<td>21.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$34.9K</td>
<td>6.4K</td>
<td>20.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
<td>3.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$825.00</td>
<td>$25.0K</td>
<td>282</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$27.4K</td>
<td>7.8K</td>
<td>603</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DELL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/31/24</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>602</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BILL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/21/24</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$55.5K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>488</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVGO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$1300.00</td>
<td>$117.8K</td>
<td>424</td>
<td>421</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COHR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>$35.0K</td>
<td>27</td>
<td>402</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 4 day(s) on May 10, 2024. This event was a transfer of 16 contract(s) at a $920.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.9K, with a price of $1745.0 per contract. There were 8852 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 36252 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MARA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.0K, with a price of $165.0 per contract. There were 6708 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 21665 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PLTR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 945 contract(s) at a $21.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 26 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.9K, with a price of $37.0 per contract. There were 6476 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 20008 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CLSK (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLSK#NASDAQ">CLSK</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 11 day(s) on May 17, 2024. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $18.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $150.0 per contract. There were 3178 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3419 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SMCI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 10 contract(s) at a $825.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.0K, with a price of $2500.0 per contract. There were 282 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1270 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding INTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 319 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $25.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.4K, with a price of $137.0 per contract. There were 7855 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 603 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding DELL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 25 day(s) on May 31, 2024. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $114.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $300.0 per contract. There were 1009 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 602 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BILL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BILL#NYSE">BILL</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 46 day(s) on June 21, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $60.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $55.5K, with a price of $555.0 per contract. There were 1184 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 488 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AVGO (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 50 contract(s) at a $1300.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $117.8K, with a price of $2357.0 per contract. There were 424 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 421 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For COHR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COHR#NYSE">COHR</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 11 day(s) on May 17, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $57.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.0K, with a price of $351.0 per contract. There were 27 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 402 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

AVGO

BILL

CLSK

COHR

DELL

Super Micro Computer's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NYSE">SMCI</a>) short percent of float has fallen 23.03% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.10 million shares sold short, which is 6.95% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Super Micro Computer Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1715008511_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Super Micro Computer has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Super Micro Computer's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Super Micro Computer's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.29%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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<li>CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVS#NYSE">CVS</a>) shares tumbled 18.2% after it reported first-quarter sales of $88.4 billion, missing the consensus of $89.21 billion, and adjusted EPS of $1.31 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38549660" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">missed the consensus of $1.69m and cut FY24 guidance</a>. Several analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38582839" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">trimmed the price target</a>.</li>
<li>Skyworks Solutions, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWKS#NASDAQ">SWKS</a>) shares plummeted 16.8% after the company reported&nbsp;Q2&nbsp;financial results and issued&nbsp;Q3&nbsp;revenue&nbsp;guidance&nbsp;with&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38536220" rel="noreferrer noopener">the midpoint below estimates</a>. Several analysts cut the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38549218" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Starbucks Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) shares decreased 15.2% following worse-than-expected earnings&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38534321" rel="noreferrer noopener">results for the&nbsp;second quarter of FY24</a>. Multiple analysts lowered price targets on the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38549288" rel="noreferrer noopener">stock&nbsp;following the release</a>.</li>
<li>Super Micro Computer, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) shares are down 14.4% after the company posted mixed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38555359" rel="noreferrer noopener">third-quarter&nbsp;financial results</a>. Few analysts cut and&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SMCI/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">boosted the price target</a>.</li>
<li>Bruker Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRKR#NASDAQ">BRKR</a>) shares decreased 13.8% after the company&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38577397" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported&nbsp;Q1&nbsp;revenue miss</a>.</li>
<li>Stellantis N.V.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>) shares declined 13.5% after the company reported&nbsp;a&nbsp;12%&nbsp;decrease in first-quarter&nbsp;net revenues and&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38515774" rel="noreferrer noopener">a&nbsp;10%&nbsp;reduction in consolidated shipments</a>.&nbsp;</li>
<li>DoorDash, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DASH#NASDAQ">DASH</a>) shares declined 13.5% after the company reported&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38565879" rel="noreferrer noopener">mixed&nbsp;Q1&nbsp;financial results</a>. Most analysts trimmed the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/dash/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Centrais Electricas Brasileiras&nbsp;S.A.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EBR#NYSE">EBR</a>) shares were down 13.5%.</li>
<li>MicroStrategy Incorporated&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) shares dived 12.7% after the company&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38503135" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported&nbsp;Q1&nbsp;financial results</a>.</li>
<li>GE&nbsp;HealthCare&nbsp;Technologies Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEHC#NASDAQ">GEHC</a>) shares declined 12.5% after it reported&nbsp;first-quarter&nbsp;sales of&nbsp;$4.6 billion, which&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38525477" rel="noreferrer noopener">missed the&nbsp;consensus of&nbsp;$4.8 billion</a>. Some analysts&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/gehc/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">reduced the price target</a>.</li>
<li>The Carlyle Group Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:&nbsp;CG) shares decreased 12.4% after the company reported&nbsp;Q1&nbsp;financial results.</li>
<li>Global Payments Inc.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) shares were down 11.3% after it reported&nbsp;Q1&nbsp;financial&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38558593" rel="noreferrer noopener">results and issued&nbsp;guidance</a>.</li>
<li>Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBVA#NYSE">BBVA</a>) shares declined 11.3% after reporting first-quarter FY24 results. The company reportedly confirmed its intention to start talks with Sabadell on a potential merger.</li>
<li>CDW Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDW#NASDAQ">CDW</a>) shares declined 11.2%&nbsp;after the company reported worse-than-<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38559196" rel="noreferrer noopener">expected&nbsp;Q1&nbsp;financial results</a>. Analysts trimmed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38559196" rel="noreferrer noopener">the price target on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>APA Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APA#NASDAQ">APA</a>) shares are down 10.8% after it reported worse-than-expected&nbsp;Q1&nbsp;earnings and&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/38564165" rel="noreferrer noopener">APA revised FY24&nbsp;guidance</a>.&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/05/38633878/which-large-cap-stocks-are-winning-this-earnings-season-15-stocks-to-watch-april-28-may-4-2024">Which Large Cap Stocks Are Winning This Earnings Season: 15 Stocks To Watch (April 28-May 4, 2024)</a>
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Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 26.31% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 38.49%. Currently, Super Micro Computer has a market capitalization of $45.93 billion. 
Buying $1000 In SMCI: If an investor had bought $1000 of SMCI stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $130,232.95 today based on a price of $784.50 for SMCI at the time of writing.
<h3>Super Micro Computer's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1714770024_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $1000 In This Stock 15 Years Ago, You Would Have $130 Thousand Today

Semiconductor company Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is currently the subject of contrasting opinions among <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/reddit">analysts and Reddit users</a>. 
Analysts are bullish, with a consensus price target of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NVDA/analyst-ratings">$949.36 a share</a>. They maintain a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NVDA/analyst-ratings">consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221;</a> for Nvidia, with the most recent ratings citing a potential upside of 31.50% from the current price.
However, observers of the stock on Reddit predict a drop to $800. They cite market trends and supply chain issues faced by other semiconductor companies as reasons for the bearish take.
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Positive analyst sentiment is supported by Nvidia&#8217;s strong technical indicators, including trading above its key moving averages (see chart above) and experiencing buying pressure, which are considered bullish signs.
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<ul>
<li>The oscillators are signalling bullishness. Nvidia stock&#8217;s price has moved to upper (bullish) Bollinger Band from the lower (bearish) one.</li>
<li>The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) line, though a negative currently (-1.74), can be seen to have crossed over the signal line (viz. -3.65) &#8211; signalling potential change in market momentum towards being bullish.</li>
<li>The Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 51.77, has been resting in the Neutral territory (&lt;30 and &lt;70) for some time now- shying away from giving out any solid market signal.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Reddit Users&#8217; Contrarian View Of Nvidia</h3>
Redditors, such as user rayrayrex on r/wallstreetbets, are bearish on Nvidia&#8217;s short-term prospects. 
&#8220;NVDA will drop to 800,&#8221; the Reddit user said.
<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">The supply chain constraints that SCMI and AMD attributed to their less than stellar results are the same issues that NVDA will have been facing when they report their results. Ergo they will miss either revenue, eps, or guidance going forward
<cite>Redditor <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/wallstreetbets/comments/1ci0k60/nvda_will_drop_to_800_tomorrow_because/">rayrayrex</a></cite></blockquote>
Super Micro Computer Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCMI#NASDAQ">SCMI</a>) and Advanced Micro Devices Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) face supply chain constraints and market expectations regarding Federal Reserve policy. This could lead to a bearish trend for Nvidia.
The contrasting viewpoints on Nvidia highlight the complexity of stock market analysis. 
While analysts base their recommendations on fundamental and technical analysis, Reddit discussions reflect market sentiment and short-term speculation. Investors should consider a range of factors and conduct their own research before making investment decisions.
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Nvidia Stock: Analysts Are Bullish, While Reddit User Predicts 'NVDA Will Drop To 800'

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/03/24</td>
<td>$850.00</td>
<td>$207.8K</td>
<td>6.9K</td>
<td>47.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/03/24</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>$28.3K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>5.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$71.9K</td>
<td>14.1K</td>
<td>4.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$143.00</td>
<td>$25.3K</td>
<td>985</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COHR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$85.0K</td>
<td>5.7K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$49.5K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
<td>746</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CRWD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/03/24</td>
<td>$305.00</td>
<td>$25.7K</td>
<td>253</td>
<td>539</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MAXN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/21/24</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$43.2K</td>
<td>5.8K</td>
<td>537</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TCX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$48.2K</td>
<td>415</td>
<td>505</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/17/24</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$37.7K</td>
<td>469</td>
<td>448</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on May 3, 2024. Parties traded 149 contract(s) at a $850.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $207.8K, with a price of $1400.0 per contract. There were 6983 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 47001 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SMCI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on May 3, 2024. Parties traded 25 contract(s) at a $750.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.3K, with a price of $1136.0 per contract. There were 1440 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5382 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 106 day(s) on August 16, 2024. Parties traded 946 contract(s) at a $210.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 30 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $71.9K, with a price of $76.0 per contract. There were 14166 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4598 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 8 day(s) on May 10, 2024. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $143.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.3K, with a price of $253.0 per contract. There were 985 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3000 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For COHR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COHR#NYSE">COHR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 15 day(s) on May 17, 2024. This event was a transfer of 1700 contract(s) at a $70.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $85.0K, with a price of $50.0 per contract. There were 5730 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1700 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 78 day(s) on July 19, 2024. This event was a transfer of 30 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.5K, with a price of $1650.0 per contract. There were 5144 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 746 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CRWD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on May 3, 2024. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $305.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.7K, with a price of $515.0 per contract. There were 253 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 539 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MAXN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAXN#NASDAQ">MAXN</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 50 day(s) on June 21, 2024. Parties traded 393 contract(s) at a $3.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 14 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.2K, with a price of $110.0 per contract. There were 5894 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 537 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For TCX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCX#NASDAQ">TCX</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 197 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 505 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 27 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $48.2K, with a price of $110.0 per contract. There were 415 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 505 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 15 day(s) on May 17, 2024. Parties traded 58 contract(s) at a $180.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $37.7K, with a price of $650.0 per contract. There were 469 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 448 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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MAXN

In the dynamic and fiercely competitive business environment, conducting a thorough analysis of companies is crucial for investors and industry enthusiasts. In this article, we will perform an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) in relation to its major competitors in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry. By closely examining crucial financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to offer valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Super Micro Computer Background</h3>
Super Micro Computer Inc provides high-performance server technology services to cloud computing, data center, Big Data, high-performance computing, and "Internet of Things" embedded markets. Its solutions include server, storage, blade and workstations to full racks, networking devices, and server management software. The firm follows a modular architectural approach, which provides flexibility to deliver customized solutions. The Company operates in one operating segment that develops and provides high-performance server solutions based upon an innovative, modular and open-standard architecture. More than half of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, with the rest coming from Europe, Asia, and other regions.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Super Micro Computer Inc</td>
<td>41.08</td>
<td>8.48</td>
<td>3.64</td>
<td>9.85%</td>
<td>$0.39</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>5.05%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Apple Inc</td>
<td>26.33</td>
<td>35.28</td>
<td>6.90</td>
<td>49.79%</td>
<td>$43.22</td>
<td>$54.85</td>
<td>2.07%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co</td>
<td>11.34</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>1.82%</td>
<td>$1.23</td>
<td>$2.46</td>
<td>-13.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NetApp Inc</td>
<td>23</td>
<td>20.96</td>
<td>3.50</td>
<td>35.49%</td>
<td>$0.46</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>5.24%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pure Storage Inc</td>
<td>263.84</td>
<td>12.82</td>
<td>5.89</td>
<td>5.41%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.57</td>
<td>-2.52%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Corsair Gaming Inc</td>
<td>375</td>
<td>1.75</td>
<td>0.82</td>
<td>0.94%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.1</td>
<td>4.65%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Eastman Kodak Co</td>
<td>6.61</td>
<td>0.38</td>
<td>0.36</td>
<td>0.21%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>-9.84%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AstroNova Inc</td>
<td>27.98</td>
<td>1.51</td>
<td>0.89</td>
<td>3.06%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>-0.65%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Transact Technologies Inc</td>
<td>10.96</td>
<td>1.31</td>
<td>0.71</td>
<td>-0.16%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>-26.13%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>93.13</td>
<td>9.38</td>
<td>2.48</td>
<td>12.07%</td>
<td>$5.64</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>-5.08%</td>
</tr>
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 </style>By closely studying Super Micro Computer, we can observe the following trends: 
<ul>
<li>
With a Price to Earnings ratio of 41.08, which is 0.44x less than the industry average, the stock shows potential for growth at a reasonable price, making it an interesting consideration for market participants.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 8.48, significantly falling below the industry average by 0.9x, it suggests undervaluation and the possibility of untapped growth prospects.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.64, surpassing the industry average by 1.47x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The company has a lower Return on Equity (ROE) of 9.85%, which is 2.22% below the industry average. This indicates potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits, which could be attributed to various factors.
</li>
<li>
With lower Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $390 Million, which is 0.07x below the industry average, the company may face lower profitability or financial challenges.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has lower gross profit of $600 Million, which indicates 0.08x below the industry average, potentially indicating lower revenue after accounting for production costs.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 5.05% is notably higher compared to the industry average of -5.08%, showcasing exceptional sales performance and strong demand for its products or services.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1714662020_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio gauges the extent to which a company has financed its operations through debt relative to equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By analyzing Super Micro Computer in relation to its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be derived:
<ul>
<li>
In terms of the debt-to-equity ratio, Super Micro Computer has a lower level of debt compared to its top 4 peers, indicating a stronger financial position.
</li>
<li>
This implies that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.37.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
The PE, PB, and PS ratios for Super Micro Computer indicate that it is undervalued compared to its peers in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry. However, the low ROE, EBITDA, and gross profit suggest that the company may be facing operational challenges. On a positive note, the high revenue growth rate shows potential for future performance improvement.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Competitor Analysis: Evaluating Super Micro Computer And Competitors In Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals Industry

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Super Micro Computer. Our analysis of options history for Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) revealed 13 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 46% of traders were bullish, while 30% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 6 were puts, with a value of $352,958, and 7 were calls, valued at $481,007.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $725.0 to $895.0 for Super Micro Computer over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Super Micro Computer's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Super Micro Computer's whale activity within a strike price range from $725.0 to $895.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Super Micro Computer Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1714657610_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

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<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
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<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
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<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$251.7</td>
<td>$235.9</td>
<td>$243.86</td>
<td>$740.00</td>
<td>$199.7K</td>
<td>7</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/03/24</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$10.4</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>$120.0K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">170</td>
</tr>
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<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/03/24</td>
<td>$135.6</td>
<td>$119.6</td>
<td>$127.7</td>
<td>$895.00</td>
<td>$63.8K</td>
<td>43</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/10/24</td>
<td>$33.7</td>
<td>$32.8</td>
<td>$33.09</td>
<td>$750.00</td>
<td>$59.5K</td>
<td>414</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">63</td>
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<td>SMCI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/03/24</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$725.00</td>
<td>$56.0K</td>
<td>473</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">606</td>
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<h3>About Super Micro Computer</h3>
Super Micro Computer Inc provides high-performance server technology services to cloud computing, data center, Big Data, high-performance computing, and "Internet of Things" embedded markets. Its solutions include server, storage, blade and workstations to full racks, networking devices, and server management software. The firm follows a modular architectural approach, which provides flexibility to deliver customized solutions. The Company operates in one operating segment that develops and provides high-performance server solutions based upon an innovative, modular and open-standard architecture. More than half of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, with the rest coming from Europe, Asia, and other regions.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Super Micro Computer, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is Super Micro Computer Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 269,066, the price of SMCI is up by 3.32%, reaching $762.82.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 96 days from now.</li>
</ul>
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Super Micro Computer's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

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Wedbush analyst Matt Bryson maintained Super Micro Computer Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) with a Neutral rating and raised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SMCI/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target from $530 to $800</a>.
Bryson noted that Supermicro <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38535630/super-micro-shares-dip-on-mixed-q3-results-eps-beat-sales-miss" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">guided revenues for</a> the year meaningfully higher, suggesting sales momentum is only accelerating into the fiscal fourth quarter. At the same time, the midpoint of management&#8217;s guidance implicitly suggests gross margin deterioration of ~200 bps and an operating margin decline of ~100 bps. 
The expected dip in margins, in turn, necessarily caters to concerns about how competition might weigh on SMCI&#8217;s ability to translate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/04/38413805/ai-server-market-is-expanding-rapidly-analysts-highlight-super-micro-computers-impo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">AI-related server growth</a> into profit, both in the current quarter and moving forward, the analyst said. The result mirrors the dichotomy that has kept him on the sidelines regarding SMCI over the past 12 months. 
SMCI has successfully changed its narrative from&nbsp;that of&nbsp;a scrappy underdog supplying customers with cheaper and more customized solutions to&nbsp;the&nbsp;leading OEM of AI servers.
SMCI sales momentum is unlikely to diminish over the next few quarters as Nvidia Corp&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) offerings transition to H200 and Blackwell. However, the analyst continues to see the server market as competitive.
Bryson projected fourth-quarter revenue of $5.30 billion (prior $4.81 billion) and EPS of $8.09 (prior $7.04).
BofA Securities analyst Ruplu Bhattacharya reiterated a Buy rating on SMCI with a price target of $1,090.
Super Micro reported fiscal third-quarter revenue slightly below consensus. The analyst noted that the small topline miss&nbsp;was driven&nbsp;by a lack of component availability late in the quarter.&nbsp;
Bhattacharya&#8217;s bullish thesis remains intact, as the company is expected to significantly exceed consensus forecasts for the June quarter. SMCI is on course to achieve production of over 2,000 direct-to-chip (DTC) liquid-cooled racks monthly by quarter&#8217;s end, and the introduction of GB200 solutions in fiscal 2025 is anticipated to increase the average selling price per system.
SMCI is also poised to expand its market by serving additional chip vendors beyond Nvidia. The company continues to see strong demand from Tier-2 CSPs and enterprises and is positioned to capitalize on upcoming sovereign AI demand.
Super Micro remains a pure-play AI server vendor, and Bhattacharya expects continued positive estimate revisions in the long term.
Bhattacharya projected fourth-quarter revenue of $5.30 billion and EPS of $8.10.
Goldman Sachs analyst Michael Ng reiterated a Neutral rating on SMCI with a price target of $800, down from the prior $937.
Ng&#8217;s price target cut reflects increasing uncertainty around SMCI&#8217;s AI server market share.
SMCI&#8217;s fiscal third-quarter results were&nbsp;largely&nbsp;as expected, with revenue of $3.85 billion (v. consensus of $3.96 billion), gross profit of $601 million (v. consensus of $593 million), and increased fiscal 2024 revenue guidance to $14.7 billion—$15.1 billion, which implies $5.1 billion—$5.5 billion for the fiscal fourth-quarter, Ng noted.&nbsp;
While the potential margin dilutive impact from AI server sales and competition is a concern, SMCI reiterated its long-term 14% &#8211; 17% gross margin target. Ng noted that elevated product costs from liquid cooling should normalize over time. Separately, SMCI said it could need additional capital to support growth.
Encouragingly, demand appears strong, as evidenced by SMCI achieving a record backlog, Ng added.
Ng projected fourth-quarter revenue of $5.27 billion and EPS of $8.08.
JP Morgan analyst Samik Chatterjee reiterated an Overweight rating on SMCI with a price target of $1,150.
Chatterjee identified two main concerns reflected in the company&#8217;s share price. Firstly, there are worries about gross margins. The company predicts these will be within the long-term range of 14%-17% for the fiscal fourth quarter. 
However, the guidance suggests that margins will be at the lower end of this range, which follows a gross margin of 15.6% in the fiscal third quarter. This raises concerns about the company&#8217;s willingness to sacrifice margins to pursue revenue growth.
Secondly, there&#8217;s the issue of potential capital raises. While the company has stated it has sufficient capital to manage growth of 20%-30%, achieving higher growth rates as projected will require additional capital. This is necessary to meet the inventory requirements for reliably servicing customers.
With demand continuing strong, investors are now grappling with the challenge of how further capital raises might dilute earnings.
Chatterjee projected fourth-quarter revenue of $5.30 billion and EPS of $8.11.
Super Micro Computer&nbsp;stock gained 591% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Invesco S&amp;P MidCap Momentum ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XMMO#NYSE">XMMO</a>) and&nbsp;IShares U.S. Digital Infrastructure And Real Estate ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IDGT#NYSE">IDGT</a>).
Price Action: SMCI shares were down 11.8% at $757.01 at last check Wednesday.
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The end of tax season can often lead to increased consumer spending and investment, which can boost stocks in the technology and consumer discretionary sectors. In addition, many companies have reported their first-quarter earnings reports and issued guidance for the rest of the year, which gives investors some additional information when chasing A-rated stocks for May.



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Instead, I suggest using the Portfolio Grader to identify A-rated stocks for May. By evaluating stocks based on growth, earnings performance, momentum and other factors, the Portfolio Grader gives you the best opportunity to avoid the summer doldrums and keep your portfolio moving higher.



<h2>Nvidia (NVDA)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/nvda-1600-300x169.png" alt="Closeup of mobile phone screen with logo lettering of nvidia corporation on computer keyboard. NVDA stock."><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div>Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/nvda-stock-quote/">NVDA</a>) continues its run as one of my top stocks to own. The semiconductor powerhouse is on the road to recovery from its April dip and is again topping the $900 price point.



Nvidia is a powerhouse because it has roughly a 90% market share in supplying the high-powered graphics processing units (GPUs) that are needed to power the most advanced generative artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. That&rsquo;s why NVDA stock jumped nearly 240% in 2023, and why the company now sports a market capitalization of more than $2 trillion.



Anticipation is already building toward Nvidia&rsquo;s earnings report for fiscal 2025, which is scheduled to be issued May 22. While recent weeks brought some bearish sentiment that Nvidia would be unable to maintain its growth trajectory, earnings reports from <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/nvidia-shares-go-on-a-260-billion-tear-as-clients-splurge-on-ai">Nvidia&rsquo;s top customers</a> indicate that the company is likely looking at another robust report.



NVDA stock is up 82% in 2024 and gets an &ldquo;A&rdquo; rating in the Portfolio Grader.



<h2>Palantir Technologies (PLTR)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pltr1600-4-300x169.png" alt="Palantir (PLTR) company logo on the screen of smartphone"><div>Source: Mamun sheikh K / Shutterstock.com</div></div>It seems as if Nvidia and Palantir Technologies (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/pltr-stock-quote/">PLTR</a>) are joined at the hip. Not because they are companies that rely on each other, but because they are two of the hottest AI companies on the planet in recent quarters.



Palantir is a top contractor to governments and intelligence agencies, where it can use its AI-powered platforms to provide real-time information and predictions to military units in the field.



But it also has a fast-growing commercial unit that is making valuable insights available to nonmilitary clients as well. Its partnership with Oracle (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/orcl-stock-quote/">ORCL</a>) will allow Palantir to make its Gotham and Artificial Intelligence Platform available to commercial clients through Oracle&rsquo;s cloud network.



<a href="https://investors.palantir.com/news-details/2024/Palantir-Reports-Revenue-Growth-of-21-Year-Over-Year-and-Sixth-Consecutive-Quarter-of-GAAP-Profitability-GAAP-EPS-of-0.04-in-Q1-2024/">Earnings for the first quarter</a> showed $634.3 million in revenue, an increase from 21% from a year ago. Palantir projects revenue in the range of $649 million to $653 million for the second quarter and increased its full-year revenue guidance to a range of $2.677 billion and $2.689 billion.



While some bears are disappointed that Palantir isn&rsquo;t growing as fast as they would like, the stock&rsquo;s post-earnings slump is a valuable buying opportunity for a company that&rsquo;s just going to improve. PLTR stock is up 21% this year and gets an &ldquo;A&rdquo; rating in the Portfolio Grader.



<h2>Alphabet (GOOG)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/goog1600i-300x169.jpg" alt="GOOG stock: letters spelling out google"><div>Source: rvlsoft / Shutterstock.com</div></div>Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/goog-stock-quote/">GOOG</a>,NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/googl-stock-quote/">GOOGL</a>) is one of the most well-known companies on the planet. The company&rsquo;s search engine, Google, has a 91% share of global search traffic, and its Chrome browser has a 65% market share. Its YouTube platform is the world&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.linearity.io/blog/youtube-statistics/">second-most popular video streaming service</a>.



Combined, those properties gives Alphabet a powerful position on the internet to target advertisers and push extensions that highlight Alphabet products.



GOOG stock jumped to all-time highs after the company reported first-quarter earnings of <a href="https://investorplace.com/earning-results/2024/04/goog-stock-earnings-alphabet-for-q1-of-2024/">$80.5 billion</a>, up 15% from a year ago and ahead of analyst consensus of $78.6 billion. Earnings per share was $1.89, beating consensus estimates of $1.51 per share and topping last year&rsquo;s earnings by 61%.



Google Cloud&rsquo;s revenue increased&nbsp;<a href="https://www.barrons.com/livecoverage/google-alphabet-microsoft-intel-earnings/card/alphabet-shares-spike-on-strong-quarterly-financial-results-d1dh4N8R9fLFwfsfFu85?mod=article_inline">28%</a>&nbsp;from a year ago and operating earnings surged more than fourfold compared to Q1 2023. Alphabet also announced plans to add $70 billion to its share repurchase program and to start paying a quarterly cash dividend.



GOOG stock is a powerhouse, up 22% in 2024. It gets an &ldquo;A&rdquo; rating in the Portfolio Grader.



<h2>Super Micro Computer (SMCI)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/smci1600-300x169.png" alt="In this photo illustration, the Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI) logo seen displayed on a smartphone screen"><div>Source: rafapress / Shutterstock.com</div></div>There are some interesting opportunities right now for investors of Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/smci-stock-quote/">SMCI</a>). The stock had massive gains in 2023 and the first quarter of this year, but also slipped by nearly 30% in the last month as bears worried that the stock grew too much, too quickly.



Count me among the bulls, however. I think this is a <a href="https://investorplace.com/market360/2024/05/the-dip-in-super-micro-computer-stock-is-a-buying-opportunity-for-ai-investors/">rare buying opportunity</a> to get a powerful stock at a massive discount.



Super Micro Computer works closely with chip manufacturers like Nvidia to design server racks and storage clusters that are needed for companies that use Nvidia&rsquo;s GPUs to power their AI products. It has more than 1,000 customers for its high-end servers that are helping to make machine learning, AI and quantum computing possible.



KeyBanc Capital Market analyst Tom Blakely <a href="https://www.barrons.com/articles/super-micro-stock-price-rating-551cdcb0">estimates</a> that Super Micro currently has 6% of the server infrastructure market and a 10% share of the AI server segment. He believes that the company&rsquo;s AI position can grow to 23% by the end of this year.



Earnings for the company&rsquo;s <a href="https://ir.supermicro.com/news/news-details/2024/Supermicro-Announces-Third-Quarter-Fiscal-Year-2024-Financial-Results/default.aspx">fiscal third quarter</a> included revenue of $3.85 billion, up from $1.28 billion a year ago. Income of $402 million was up from $86 million a year ago.



Even when the slip in stock price in the last two months, SMCI stock is up 188% this year. It continues to get an &ldquo;A&rdquo; rating in the Portfolio Grader.



<h2>Meta Platforms (META)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/meta1600-1-300x169.png" alt="In this photo illustration the Meta logo seen displayed on a smartphone and in the background the Facebook logo"><div>Source: rafapress / Shutterstock.com</div></div>Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/meta-stock-quote/">META</a>) is another blue-chip tech stock. The operator of the Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, Threads, and WhatsApp products, Meta includes roughly half the global population as monthly active users.



Meta is doubling down on its AI and machine learning efforts to optimize its valuable advertising platforms and improve user experience.



Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg&nbsp;describes the company&rsquo;s newly upgraded Meta AI chatbot as &ldquo;now the&nbsp;<a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/meta-rolls-upgraded-ai-assistant-201702834.html">most intelligent AI assistant</a>&nbsp;that you can freely use.&rdquo; The AI-assistant software can create images and animations available on Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp.



Meta also recently&nbsp;<a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/meta-debuts-llama-3-latest-160000989.html">introduced</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/techcrunch-minute-metas-llama-3-160052944.html">Llama 3</a>, an large language model that&rsquo;s already getting <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/techcrunch-minute-metas-llama-3-160052944.html">rave reviews</a> compared to its rivals LLM products.



Earnings for the first quarter included $36.4 billion in revenue, up 27% from a year ago. Income was $12.3 billion, up 117%, and earnings per share of $4.71 was up 114% from a year ago.



META stock is up 32% this year and gets an &ldquo;A&rdquo; rating in the Portfolio Grader.



<h2>Trump Media &amp; Technology Group (DJT)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dwac1600-300x169.png" alt="In this photo illustration, the Truth Social logo seen displayed on a smartphone with a photo of former US President Donald Trump displayed in the background. DJT stock"><div>Source: rafapress / Shutterstock.com</div></div>First, let&rsquo;s get something straight. You don&rsquo;t have to like the politics of former President Donald Trump to buy or sell Trump Media &amp; Technology (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/djt-stock-quote/">DJT</a>) stock. 



Truth be told, Trump Media stock is a meme play, with the underlying fundamentals of Trump Media and its Truth Social platform unable to support the company&rsquo;s current stock price.



But you can still make a profit from DJT stock. You just have to ignore the chatter and drama.



First, remember that Truth Social is positioning itself as a platform to amplify suppressed or silenced voices and viewpoints. It may also grow in popularity as X, the company formerly known as Twitter and now operated by Elon Musk, is considering&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/news/story/new-x-users-may-pay-a-small-fee-6699786/">charging new users a fee</a>&nbsp;to post and respond to posts.



Truth Social is also planning to launch a <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/truth-social-launch-streaming-platform-112400489.html">live TV streaming platform</a> that could help it reach a wider audience.



There are growing reports about growing short interest of DJT stock and the possibility of a short squeeze. I don&rsquo;t think that&rsquo;s a good idea to get involved with, but if you think that Truth Social will grow and be a competitor to X, then <a href="https://investorplace.com/market360/2024/04/ignore-the-drama-the-smart-investors-approach-to-trump-media-stock/">a small investment in DJT stock</a> may make sense.



Trump Media stock is up 17% in the last month and gets an &ldquo;A&rdquo; rating in the Portfolio Grader.



<h2>Shell (SHEL)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/royal-dutch-shell-rds1600-300x169.jpg" alt="Shell logo on a gas station in Iceland. SHEL stock"><div>Source: JuliusKielaitis / Shutterstock.com</div></div>Shell (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/shel-stock-quote/">SHEL</a>) is a British oil and gas exploration company. It has a large footprint in the U.S., where it operates in all 50 states and has over 12,000 gas stations and convenience stores.



It&rsquo;s also investing heavily into electric vehicle infrastructure, with plans to increase the number of <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/shell-to-unload-1000-retail-locations-in-pivot-to-ev-charging-141517030.html">EV charging stations</a> it operates from 54,000 to 200,000 by 2030.



Earnings for the first quarter were <a href="https://www.shell.com/investors/results-and-reporting/quarterly-results/_jcr_content/root/main/section_1564161910/simple_copy_copy_cop_22317024/list_copy_1861700816/list_item_copy_114090543/text/links/item0.stream/1714613420300/57656049abf0419e39cae5eb28c2ecc48b362b03/q1-2024-quarterly-press-release.pdf">$7.7 billion</a>, which was solid, but down from $9.6 billion a year ago because of falling gas prices. But with oil prices up 10% from a year ago, those numbers will improve as the price of oil goes up.



Shell also takes care of its shareholders. The company is instituting a share buyback program of $3.5 billion, which is expected to be completed over the next three months. And it already pays a dividend yield of 3.7%.



SHEL stock is up 11% this year and gets an &ldquo;A&rdquo; rating in the Portfolio Grader.



On the date of publication, Louis Navellier had a long position&nbsp;in&nbsp;NVDA, PLTR, SMCI and SHEL. Louis Navellier did not have (either directly or indirectly) any other positions in the securities mentioned in this article.



The InvestorPlace Research Staff member primarily responsible for this article had a long position in NVDA, PLTR and SMCI. The staff member did not hold (either directly or indirectly) any other positions in the securities mentioned in this article.
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It&rsquo;s been a long way down for Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/smci-stock-quote/">SMCI</a>). After riding the artificial intelligence wave to new heights and hitting $1,229 per share, Super Micro Computer stock lost over a third of its value.



The catalyst for much of the loss was <a href="https://investorplace.com/2024/05/super-micro-computer-stock-analysis-buy-the-plunge-in-this-discounted-ai-gem/">barely missing</a> analysts bloated revenue expectations. And though Super Micro came up just short, the stock sold off and took down much of the rest of the tech sector with it. Other chipmakers fell in sympathy, including Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/nvda-stock-quote/">NVDA</a>) and Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/amd-stock-quote/">AMD</a>).&nbsp;



Although the sector has regained some of the lost ground, and SMCI stock has led the way rising 8% since the report, it remains well below its peak. Investors may rightly wonder whether the tech leader can become a $1,200 stock again.



<h2>Cheap at Any Price</h2>



Super Micro reported sterling financial results. Revenue tripled to $3.85 billion while earnings increased 400% to $6.65 per share. 



It also raised its full-year revenue guidance to between $14.7 billion and $15.1 billion, well ahead of analyst expectations for $14.6 billion. But because Wall Street had also forecast the chipmaker would bring in $3.95 billion in sales, the market beat down SMCI shares.



What it seems to show is the market <a href="https://investorplace.com/2024/03/smci-stock-alert-does-this-15-discount-make-supermicro-a-buy/">remains concerned about valuations</a>. As bright as Super Micro&rsquo;s future is, the stock was richly valued. Today, though, after losing 35% of its value from its all-time high, shares are attractively priced.



SMCI stock goes for 45 times trailing earnings and 4x sales, typically expensive valuations, but the chipmaker also trades at a much more reasonable 23 times next year&rsquo;s earnings estimates. Analysts predict Super Micro&rsquo;s profits will grow at a staggering 62% annually for the next five years, yet shares trade below that rate. 



Its price-to-earnings growth rate is just 0.72. Anything below 1 is considered cheap. And for a fast-growing industry behemoth like Super Micro Computer, this price is a steal.



<h2>AI-Powered Market Share Gains</h2>



The company is the premier provider of artificial intelligence (AI)-optimized computers, servers, networks, storage solutions and workstations for data centers and other industries.



Data centers, in particular, are a huge growth market at the moment. Hyperscalers like Amazon (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/amzn-stock-quote/">AMZN</a>), Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/goog-stock-quote/">GOOG</a>, NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/googl-stock-quote/">GOOGL</a>), Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/msft-stock-quote/">MSFT</a>) and Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/meta-stock-quote/">META</a>) demand more infrastructure to handle the complex computational requirements of AI.&nbsp;



Amazon is one of the largest data center operators for its cloud services business, with 125 sites around the world. Microsoft <a href="https://dgtlinfra.com/microsoft-azure-data-center-locations/">operates 300 physical data centers</a> in 64 regions globally.



McKinsey &amp; Company estimates <a href="https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/technology-media-and-telecommunications/our-insights/investing-in-the-rising-data-center-economy">U.S. data center demand</a> will grow 10% annually through 2030 with construction hitting $49 billion. But because the hyperscale market is forecast to grow 20% a year, McKinsey&rsquo;s outlook may be conservative.



Depending upon who&rsquo;s counting, Super Micro Computer has <a href="https://www.investors.com/news/technology/smci-stock-super-micro-computer-seen-grabbing-ai-server-market-share/">between 5% and 7%</a> of the branded server market, far behind leaders Dell Technologies (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/dell-stock-quote/">DELL</a>) and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/hpe-stock-quote/">HPE</a>) with 19% and 13% shares, respectively. 



Yet SMCI is witnessing tremendous growth from AI graphics processing unit platforms. Over 50% of the $3.85 billion in revenue it generated in its fiscal third quarter <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/super-micro-computer-inc-nasdaq-144129328.html">came from AI GPU customers</a>. Dell and Hewlett-Packard report much lower percentages of server revenue coming from AI systems.



<h2>Don&rsquo;t Wait Too Long</h2>



It is clear Super Micro Computer is leading the data center industry&rsquo;s AI conversion. Although the market has bid down SMCI stock, the company is at the forefront of the revolution and will see significant growth for years to come.



To attain a $1,200 per share price level, Super Micro Computer stock needs to rise 54% from its current price. Investors shouldn&rsquo;t expect that to happen overnight. 



However, within the next year, it certainly seems possible. It is also <a href="https://investorplace.com/2024/04/is-the-super-micro-stock-crash-a-buying-opportunity-or-a-red-flag-for-ai-investors/">well within the bounds of reasonable</a> to expect it within two years.



That should make SMCI stock a buy for investors.



On the date of publication, Rich Duprey did not hold (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.com <a href="https://investorplace.com/corporate/investorplace-publishing-guidelines/">Publishing Guidelines</a>.
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