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Super Micro Soars 44% Amid $20B Partnership and Short Selling

5/15/2025

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Super Micro Computer (SMCI) is the most shorted stock in the S&P 500, with 17.5% of its float sold short.
The stock jumped nearly 44% this week, fueled by a $20 billion partnership with DataVolt.
Analysts expect strong revenue growth, with Raymond James rating it 'Outperform' and setting a $41 target.
SMCI is over 60% below its 52-week high, impacted by market volatility and client order delays.
The company faces competition and geopolitical issues but is strategically positioned in the AI infrastructure sector.

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Story summary

Super Micro Computer (SMCI) is the most shorted stock in the S&P 500, with 17.5% of its float sold short.
The stock jumped nearly 44% this week, fueled by a $20 billion partnership with DataVolt.
Analysts expect strong revenue growth, with Raymond James rating it 'Outperform' and setting a $41 target.
SMCI is over 60% below its 52-week high, impacted by market volatility and client order delays.
The company faces competition and geopolitical issues but is strategically positioned in the AI infrastructure sector.