American Superconductor (AMSC) Lifted Guidance, Is The Stock Cheap?
Why American Superconductor Stock Is Back in Focus After Q1 Results
American Superconductor (AMSC) drew investor attention after reporting first quarter sales of US$94.07 million and net income of US$9.49 million, alongside guidance that points to revenues and net income above specific second quarter thresholds.
The company expects second quarter revenues to exceed US$85.0 million and net income to be above US$1.0 million, or US$0.02 per share. This guidance, issued on August 5, 2026, gives investors updated reference points ahead of the upcoming Q1 2027 earnings release.
See our latest analysis for American Superconductor.
Despite the stronger recent quarter, American Superconductor’s share price has come under pressure, with the stock down 42.77% on a 90 day share price basis and delivering a 265.55% total shareholder return over three years. This combination suggests fading short term momentum following a very strong multi year stretch.
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American Superconductor’s share price has retreated while analyst targets and intrinsic estimates sit much higher, leaving a wide gap. Is the recent pullback enough to bring the stock closer to fair value or not yet?
Most Popular Narrative: 52% Undervalued
American Superconductor last closed at $31.51, while the most widely followed narrative places fair value at $65.33 using a 9.44% discount rate. That gap rests on a specific view of how grid and materials demand could feed into future revenue and earnings.
Accelerating semiconductor and data center investments are driving robust demand for AMSC's grid and materials solutions, as demonstrated by strong backlog and recurring orders; this is expected to enhance top-line revenue growth in future periods.
Want to see what is baked into that $65.33 fair value for American Superconductor? The narrative leans on brisk revenue growth, slimmer margins, and a richer future earnings multiple. The detailed numbers behind those assumptions might surprise you.
Result: Fair Value of $65.33 (UNDERVALUED)
Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what's behind the forecasts.
However, American Superconductor’s story could change quickly if semiconductor and data center orders slow, or if higher R&D and SG&A costs squeeze margins.
Find out about the key risks to this American Superconductor narrative.
Next Steps
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