SMCI Q4’26 prelim shows record backlog and higher margins
Jul 21, 2026, 4:11 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
Why it may matterVerify against the original reporting
Record backlog and higher-than-expected margins imply potential near-term upside if finalized results confirm guidance; risk mainly from the unaudited status and ongoing export-control review which could temper enthusiasm.
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Super Micro provided a preliminary Q4’26 update: revenue near the low end of $11.0–$12.5B guidance, GAAP and non-GAAP gross margins pegged at 15–17% versus 8.2–8.4%, and backlog at a record level with new orders exceeding $60B. The results are unaudited and subject to revision; investors will focus on the final numbers and the impact of an ongoing export-control review when the August 11 earnings call occurs.
Q4’26 revenue near the low end of guidance ($11.0B–$12.5B).
Gross margins seen at 15–17% vs 8.2–8.4% guidance due to mix.
Backlog exceeds $60B; new orders to be delivered in future quarters.
Results are preliminary and unaudited; August 11 earnings call scheduled.
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