We recently compiled a list of the 14 AI Stocks Making Waves on Wall Street. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) stands against the other AI stocks.
The Road to Superintelligence
In a recent blog post, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that as OpenAI continues to advance it has moved beyond research to product development, with a focus on AGI’s future and safety. He said that the goal is to make sure that AGI benefits humanity by regularly releasing technology and refining its safety. For the future, OpenAI aims to reach superintelligence, believing it could greatly accelerate scientific and societal progress. OpenAI remains committed to its mission, confident in the transformative potential of AI. He wrote:
“We are beginning to turn our aim beyond that, to superintelligence in the true sense of the word. We love our current products, but we are here for the glorious future. With superintelligence, we can do anything else. Superintelligent tools could massively accelerate scientific discovery and innovation well beyond what we are capable of doing on our own, and in turn massively increase abundance and prosperity.
This sounds like science fiction right now, and somewhat crazy to even talk about it. That’s alright—we’ve been there before and we’re OK with being there again. We’re pretty confident that in the next few years, everyone will see what we see, and that the need to act with great care, while still maximizing broad benefit and empowerment, is so important. Given the possibilities of our work, OpenAI cannot be a normal company.”
AI’s Rapid Evolution Could Reshape Business Productivity by 2025
In a CNBC interview, John Chambers, founder and CEO of JC2 Ventures agreed with Sam Altman that AI will soon have a major impact on business and made the forecast that by 2025, AI agents could integrate into the workforce and significantly increase productivity. Chambers believes that AI will boost productivity by 7-10% annually and will contribute to earnings growth and drive the stock market for the next decade. He also pointed out that the U.S. is well-positioned as a leader in AI, with half of the world’s computing power and data centers, excluding China.
Chambers believes the AI shift will happen much faster and deliver greater economic benefits than the internet, emphasizing that companies must adapt rapidly to avoid being left behind. He said that this acceleration will be crucial for both startups and large corporations, as the most innovative will rise ahead of their competitors.
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Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 33
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) develops and produces advanced server and storage systems, with a focus on AI, cloud technologies, and 5G applications. Lynx Equity maintained a $60 price target on SMCI, noting that the NVDA keynote at CES could serve as a positive catalyst. The firm commented:
“According to media reports, the NVDA keynote at CES today is expected to touch upon next-generation GB300, a platform that will likely require even more stringent cooling specifications than GB200.
A core element of our positive thesis on SMCI is our belief that the company has had a head-start in liquid-cooled technology over its peers, a position we believe it is in no danger of losing in the foreseeable future. Having stood on the sidelines of the nascent GB200 cycle so far, we believe SMCI could re-enter the Blackwell fray with the launch of GB300.”
The company is also positioned to benefit from AMD’s MI325X and Google’s TPU6, both of which require liquid cooling. However, there are concerns about SMCI’s ability to meet regulatory deadlines for financial filings and its need for additional liquidity. The firm further noted:
“While a need for fresh liquidity might concern some shareholders, we view it differently. We think a fresh infusion of liquidity is necessary to address its large inventory and free up working capital for the company’s capital-intensive AI server business. A debt-financed deal could be positive for common shares if the company remains relevant in the growing business of liquid-cooled data centers.
While volatility is likely over the next 6–12 months, we view the NVDA keynote at CES today as a positive catalyst. We reiterate our $60 price target.”
Overall SMCI ranks 11th on our list of the AI stocks that are currently making waves on Wall Street. While we acknowledge the potential of SMCI as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than SMCI but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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