Super Micro Computers, Inc. Faces Stock Decline Amid Financial Misconduct Allegations

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04/11/2024 19h04

### Super Micro Faces Significant Stock Decline Amid Auditor Resignation and Allegations of Financial Misconduct

Super Micro Computers, Inc. experienced a turbulent week as its stock plummeted by a staggering 45%. The abrupt resignation of the company's auditor has intensified concerns regarding the potential delisting of the stock due to overdue financial statements. Super Micro has until November 20 to meet its filing obligations.

The company's stock has been beleaguered since Hindenburg Research, a noted short-seller, released a report alleging financial fraud. This report prompted Super Micro to delay its annual financial statements. Despite the firm's assurances that their 2024 numbers would not see substantial revisions, investors remain unconvinced.

Wall Street analysts have echoed these sentiments. Analysts from Wedbush, including Matt Bryson and Antoine Legault, have expressed doubts about the company's claims, reducing their price target on the stock from $62 to $32 while maintaining a Neutral rating. Bryson highlighted that even prior to these financial issues, signs pointed towards a weaker-than-expected demand for liquid-cooled servers.

Currently, the consensus among analysts suggests a Hold rating for Super Micro's stock, based on the latest assessments which include three Buy ratings, nine Holds, and no Sell ratings in the past three months. Despite a 6% drop year-to-date, the average price target stands at $64.49 per share, indicating a potential 140.81% upside.

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