Super Micro Executives Sell Millions in Stock Following Delayed SEC Filings
The company avoided Nasdaq delisting by submitting overdue financial reports, but faces ongoing legal and regulatory challenges.
- Super Micro co-founder Sara Liang and SVP George Kao sold a combined $5.9 million in stock after the company's delayed filings were submitted to the SEC.
- The delayed filings, caused by the resignation of Ernst & Young as auditors, allowed the company to regain Nasdaq compliance and avoid delisting.
- Super Micro remains under investigation by the SEC and DOJ, with at least five lawsuits stemming from the delayed filings adding to its challenges.
- Despite its leadership in AI server technology and a $40 billion revenue target for 2026, analysts warn of a shrinking competitive edge and potential investor skepticism due to past controversies.
- The company's stock has been highly volatile, with a year-to-date gain of 36% but a 54% drop over the past year, reflecting ongoing uncertainty among investors.