Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Super Micro Computer SMCI, 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 40 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 30% leaning bullish and 57% bearish. Among these notable options, 15 are puts, totaling $1,454,689, and 25 are calls, amounting to $1,161,763.
What's The Price Target?
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $10.0 to $100.0 for Super Micro Computer over the recent three months.
Volume & Open Interest Development
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Super Micro Computer stands at 4645.61, with a total volume reaching 27,802.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Super Micro Computer, situated within the strike price corridor from $10.0 to $100.0, throughout the last 30 days.
Super Micro Computer Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days
Biggest Options Spotted:
| Symbol | PUT/CALL | Trade Type | Sentiment | Exp. Date | Ask | Bid | Price | Strike Price | Total Trade Price | Open Interest | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMCI | PUT | SWEEP | BEARISH | 01/17/25 | $24.6 | $24.5 | $24.5 | $55.00 | $688.4K | 5.9K | 0 |
| SMCI | CALL | SWEEP | BEARISH | 03/21/25 | $6.05 | $6.0 | $6.05 | $32.00 | $126.0K | 1.6K | 377 |
| SMCI | PUT | SWEEP | BEARISH | 03/21/25 | $1.62 | $1.57 | $1.63 | $20.00 | $109.8K | 23.5K | 2.0K |
| SMCI | PUT | TRADE | BEARISH | 01/17/25 | $10.4 | $10.2 | $10.33 | $41.00 | $103.3K | 8.4K | 116 |
| SMCI | PUT | TRADE | BEARISH | 01/16/26 | $19.8 | $19.6 | $19.75 | $45.00 | $98.7K | 1.9K | 50 |
About Super Micro Computer
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.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Super Micro Computer, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
Present Market Standing of Super Micro Computer
- With a trading volume of 16,755,395, the price of SMCI is down by -2.13%, reaching $31.3.
- Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching oversold.
- Next earnings report is scheduled for 11 days from now.
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