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# Super Micro Computer Stock Surges on Increased AI Demand

**Super Micro Computer Inc** (NASDAQ:SMCI) shares are surging in extended trading Tuesday after the company raised its outlook for the first quarter.

-   **Super Micro Computer stock is trading in a tight range. What’s ahead for SMCI stock?**

## **Super Micro Raises Bar For Q1**

In a preliminary business update released after the market close on Tuesday, Super Micro said it expects first-quarter revenue to be in the range of $18.5 billion to $19.5 billion, up from prior guidance of $14.5 billion to $15.5 billion. The company attributed the higher revenue expectations to increased demand for AI platforms.

Gross margins are also expected to be higher, with forecasts now calling for 12% to 12.5% versus prior guidance of 10.4% to 10.8%.

**Super Micro will report its full financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2027 after the market close on Nov. 3. The company will hold a conference call to discuss the quarter at 5 p.m. ET the same day.**

## **SMCI Shares Soar After Hours**

**SMCI Price Action:** Super Micro shares were up 10.87% in after-hours, trading at $36 at the time of publication on Tuesday, according to Benzinga Pro.

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