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American Superconductor Corp generates the ideas, technologies, and solutions that meet world's demand for smarter, cleaner and energy. Through its Windtec Solutions, the company enables manufacturers to launch wind turbines quickly, effectively and profitably. Through its Gridtec Solutions, the company provides engineering planning services and grid systems that optimize network reliability, efficiency and performance. The company's segment includes Grid and Wind. It generates maximum revenue from the Grid segment.

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American Superconductor's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NYSE">AMSC</a>) short percent of float has fallen 8.05% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.64 million shares sold short, which is 6.97% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.25 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>American Superconductor Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734976818_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for American Superconductor has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing American Superconductor's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, American Superconductor's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.11%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Redwire Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDW#NYSE">RDW</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Nov. 6, Redwire posted weaker-than-expected results for the third quarter. &#8220;Mergers and acquisitions are a core strength of Redwire and important to our growth strategy. During the third quarter, Redwire returned to our M&amp;A roots by closing on the purchase of Hera Systems &#8211; our tenth acquisition. Hera Systems brings a highly competent team and two new platforms to Redwire&#8217;s spacecraft portfolio, expanding our ability to execute larger missions, particularly in our national security segment,&#8221; stated Peter Cannito, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Redwire. The company's stock gained around 34% over the past five days and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RDW">52-week high of $10.50</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 81.89&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>RDW Price Action: Shares of Redwire gained 15.1% to close at $10.38 on Monday.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">American Superconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Oct. 30, American Superconductor posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings. &#8220;AMSC delivered fiscal second quarter net income of nearly $5 million and grew revenue by 60% when compared to the same period last year,&#8221; said Daniel P. McGahn, Chairman, President and CEO, AMSC. The company's stock gained around 35% over the past five days and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMSC">has a 52-week high</a> of $37.00.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 80.60</li>
<li>AMSC Price Action: Shares of American Superconductor gained 7.8% to close at $36.81 on Monday.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Graham Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GHM#NYSE">GHM</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Nov. 8, Graham reported better-than-expected second-quarter financial results and raised its FY25 gross margin guidance. &#8220;Our team&#8217;s efforts to diversify and strengthen the business over the past few years are clearly yielding results, as shown by our record second-quarter performance,&#8221; commented Daniel J. Thoren, President and Chief Executive Officer. &#8220;Strong sales growth in our markets, along with exceptional execution throughout the business, have driven meaningful margin expansion. Our strategic emphasis on higher-margin opportunities and operational efficiencies has been a key driver of this success.&#8221; The company's stock gained around 46% over the past five days and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GHM">52-week high </a>of $41.19.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 85.02</li>
<li>GHM Price Action: Shares of Graham gained 5% to close at $41.02 on Monday. </li>
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Northann (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCL#AMEX">NCL</a>) stock moved upwards by 70.5% to $0.38 during Friday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $11.0 million. </li>
<li>Innodata (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INOD#NASDAQ">INOD</a>) shares rose 50.1% to $36.53. The company's market cap stands at $1.0 billion. The company's, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>TaskUs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TASK#NASDAQ">TASK</a>) stock increased by 22.72% to $19.08. The company's market cap stands at $1.6 billion. As per the news, the Q3 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>American Superconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>) shares increased by 19.56% to $33.85. The company's market cap stands at $1.3 billion. </li>
<li>Bloom Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BE#NYSE">BE</a>) stock rose 18.13% to $12.61. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $2.8 billion. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Axon Enterprise (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXON#NASDAQ">AXON</a>) stock moved upwards by 17.08% to $548.82. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $41.4 billion. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Nature's Miracle Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NMHI#NASDAQ">NMHI</a>) shares fell 38.6% to $0.09 during Friday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $2.8 million. </li>
<li>Pixie Dust Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PXDT#NASDAQ">PXDT</a>) shares declined by 31.29% to $0.47. The company's market cap stands at $7.0 million. </li>
<li>Earlyworks Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELWS#NASDAQ">ELWS</a>) stock fell 26.17% to $4.98. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $15.0 million. </li>
<li>CDT Environmental (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDTG#NASDAQ">CDTG</a>) shares declined by 22.83% to $3.11. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $33.2 million. </li>
<li>Blink Charging (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLNK#NASDAQ">BLNK</a>) stock decreased by 19.66% to $1.61. The company's market cap stands at $163.3 million. The company's, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>FREYR Battery (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FREY#NYSE">FREY</a>) shares decreased by 18.73% to $1.91. The company's market cap stands at $266.8 million. The company's, Q3 earnings came out 2 days ago. 
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American Superconductor shares are trading higher. The stock may be moving on continued strength after reporting better-than-expected Q2 financial results on Wednesday.

<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Vast Renewables (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSTE#NASDAQ">VSTE</a>) shares moved upwards by 256.0% to $7.12 during Friday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $213.4 million. </li>
<li>Interface (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TILE#NASDAQ">TILE</a>) shares rose 32.45% to $23.14. The company's market cap stands at $1.3 billion. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out today. </li>
<li>Nuburu (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURU#AMEX">BURU</a>) shares rose 26.44% to $0.57. The company's market cap stands at $2.4 million. </li>
<li>Avis Budget Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAR#NASDAQ">CAR</a>) shares moved upwards by 19.79% to $99.43. The company's market cap stands at $3.5 billion. As per the news, the Q3 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>American Superconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>) stock increased by 17.06% to $28.7. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.1 billion. As per the news, the Q2 earnings report came out 2 days ago. </li>
<li>NeoVolta (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEOV#NASDAQ">NEOV</a>) stock rose 12.04% to $3.41. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $113.2 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>MDU Resources Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDU#NYSE">MDU</a>) stock declined by 46.9% to $15.31 during Friday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.1 billion. </li>
<li>Advent Technologies Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADN#NASDAQ">ADN</a>) shares declined by 21.78% to $1.85. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $4.8 million. </li>
<li>Safe &amp; Green Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SGBX#NASDAQ">SGBX</a>) stock declined by 15.98% to $0.79. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.6 million. </li>
<li>1847 Holdings (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFSH#AMEX">EFSH</a>) stock fell 13.21% to $0.46. </li>
<li>Asure Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASUR#NASDAQ">ASUR</a>) stock declined by 12.2% to $8.71. The company's market cap stands at $230.4 million. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Volato Group (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOAR#AMEX">SOAR</a>) shares decreased by 11.61% to $0.21. The company's market cap stands at $6.2 million. 
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American Superconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>) sees Q3 sales of $55.000 million-60.000 million vs $56.03 million estimate.

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American Superconductor Sees Q3 Sales $55.000M-60.000M vs $56.03M Est Non-GAAP net income expected to exceed $0.05 per share vs Est. $0.07

American Superconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.27 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.04 by 575 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $54.471 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $50.567 million by 7.72 percent. This is a 60.19 percent increase over sales of $34.004 million the same period last year.

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American Superconductor Q2 2024 Adj. EPS $0.27 Beats $0.04 Estimate, Sales $54.471M Beat $50.567M Estimate

American Superconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2024-10-30. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that American Superconductor will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.04.
The announcement from American Superconductor is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.07, which was followed by a 9.13% drop in the share price the next day.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730232287_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Market Performance of American Superconductor's Stock</h3>
Shares of American Superconductor were trading at $24.22 as of October 28. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 274.69%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Observations about American Superconductor</h3>
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on American Superconductor.
A total of 3 analyst ratings have been received for American Superconductor, with the consensus rating being Buy. The average one-year price target stands at $30.33, suggesting a potential 25.23% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings Among Industry Peers</h3>
In this analysis, we delve into the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Shoals Technologies Gr and Array Technologies, three key industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>The prevailing sentiment among analysts is an Outperform trajectory for Shoals Technologies Gr, with an average 1-year price target of $11.26, implying a potential 53.51% downside.</li>
<li>Array Technologies is maintaining an Buy status according to analysts, with an average 1-year price target of $12.17, indicating a potential 49.75% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Comprehensive Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary provides a snapshot of key metrics for Shoals Technologies Gr and Array Technologies, illuminating their respective standings within the industry. These metrics offer valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
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<td>American Superconductor</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>33.17%</td>
<td>$12.22M</td>
<td>-1.75%</td>
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<td>Shoals Technologies Gr</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-16.74%</td>
<td>$40.00M</td>
<td>2.15%</td>
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<td>Array Technologies</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-49.63%</td>
<td>$85.95M</td>
<td>5.54%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
American Superconductor ranks highest in revenue growth among its peers. However, it ranks lowest in gross profit and return on equity.
<h3>Delving into American Superconductor's Background</h3>
American Superconductor Corp generates the ideas, technologies, and solutions that meet world's demand for smarter, cleaner and energy. Through its Windtec Solutions, the company enables manufacturers to launch wind turbines quickly, effectively and profitably. Through its Gridtec Solutions, the company provides engineering planning services and grid systems that optimize network reliability, efficiency and performance. The company's segment includes Grid and Wind. It generates maximum revenue from the Grid segment.
<h3>American Superconductor's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining American Superconductor's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 33.17% as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of -6.26%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): American Superconductor's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of -1.75%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): American Superconductor's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.07%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: American Superconductor's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.03.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMSC/earnings">To track all earnings releases for American Superconductor visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
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Earnings Outlook For American Superconductor

American Superconductor's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NYSE">AMSC</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.0% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.64 million shares sold short, which is 7.2% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.76 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>American Superconductor Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728315924_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for American Superconductor has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing American Superconductor's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, American Superconductor's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.27%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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How Is The Market Feeling About American Superconductor?

Roth MKM analyst Justin Clare reiterates American Superconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>) with a Buy and maintains $29 price target.

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Roth MKM Reiterates Buy on American Superconductor, Maintains $29 Price Target

AMSC shares are trading higher after the company said it now expects FY24 revenues of $50 million to $55 million inclusive of its NWL acquisition.

Craig-Hallum analyst Eric Stine reiterates American Superconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>) with a Buy and maintains $33 price target.

Craig-Hallum Reiterates Buy on American Superconductor, Maintains $33 Price Target

AMSC Expects FY24 Revenues Inclusive Of Its NWL Acquisition to Be $50M-$55M, Expects Positive Cash Generation Of $1M-$4M

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On August 12, 2024, American Superconductor Filed A Prospectus For Resale Of Up To 1.3M Shares Of Common Stock With The SEC

American Superconductor shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q1 financial results and issued Q2 revenue guidance above estimates. Additionally, Roth MKM raised its price target on the stock from $27 to $29.

Across the recent three months, 5 analysts have shared their insights on American Superconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $24.4, a high estimate of $29.00, and a low estimate of $20.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 29.79% increase from the previous average price target of $18.80.
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<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive American Superconductor is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Justin Clare</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Justin Clare</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Colin Rusch</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
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<td>Eric Stine</td>
<td>Craig-Hallum</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Justin Clare</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to American Superconductor. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of American Superconductor compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of American Superconductor's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of American Superconductor's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering American Superconductor: A Closer Look</h2>
American Superconductor Corp generates the ideas, technologies, and solutions that meet world's demand for smarter, cleaner and energy. Through its Windtec Solutions, the company enables manufacturers to launch wind turbines quickly, effectively and profitably. Through its Gridtec Solutions, the company provides engineering planning services and grid systems that optimize network reliability, efficiency and performance. The company's segment includes Grid and Wind. It generates maximum revenue from the Grid segment.
<h3>American Superconductor's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: American Superconductor's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 33.17%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: American Superconductor's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -6.26%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): American Superconductor's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of -1.75%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): American Superconductor's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of -1.07%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.03, American Superconductor adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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The smart city market has strong investment potential due to urbanization, government support, emerging technologies, and sustainable solutions. Given this backdrop, investing in stocks like Johnson Controls (JCI), Itron (ITRI), and American Superconductor (AMSC) could be profitable. Keep reading... The rapid rise in urbanization and population is driving the need for sustainable and efficient city management, spurring the growth of the smart city market. Emerging technologies like IoT, AI, and machine learning are further enhancing city infrastructure, making smart cities more viable and efficient.
Given this trend, investing in key smart city stocks such as Johnson Controls International plc (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JCI/">JCI</a>), Itron, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ITRI/">ITRI</a>), and American Superconductor Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AMSC/">AMSC</a>) could be a smart move in driving urban modernization.
Governments are investing in smart city initiatives, including public-private partnerships, to tackle urban challenges like energy efficiency, waste management, and transportation. The U.S. Department of State's <a href="https://www.usascp.org/apply/">$3 million</a> Smart Cities Business Innovation Fund 2.0 supports MSMEs in ASEAN in developing carbon-neutral solutions, driving financing, infrastructure growth, and new business opportunities.
Also, growing concerns over pollution, waste, and energy consumption are fueling the adoption of smart solutions like smart grids and renewable energy management, with smart utility solutions, including energy and waste management, gaining traction due to rising energy demand. The global smart cities market is projected to grow from $767.75 billion in 2024 to $4.65 trillion by 2032, with a <a href="https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/industry-reports/smart-cities-market-100610">CAGR of 25.2%</a>.
Given these conducive trends, let's analyze the fundamental aspects of the three smart city stocks mentioned above.
Johnson Controls International plc (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JCI/">JCI</a>)
Headquartered in Cork, Ireland, JCI and its subsidiaries engage in engineering, manufacturing, commissioning, and retrofitting building products and systems in the United States, Europe, the Asia-Pacific, and internationally. It operates through four segments: Building Solutions North America, Building Solutions EMEA/LA, Building Solutions Asia-Pacific, and Global Products.
On November 12, 2024, JCI announced expanded AI capabilities in its OpenBlue Enterprise Manager, including generative AI tools, enhanced autonomous building controls, and an improved user experience. These updates aim to boost energy efficiency, operational automation, and sustainability, paving the way for smarter, more responsive buildings.
In terms of the trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/e/ebit.asp">EBIT</a> margin, JCI's 10.71% is 2.9% higher than the 10.41% industry average. Likewise, its 7.43% trailing-12-month net income margin is 13.8% higher than the 6.53% industry average. Furthermore, its 35.19% trailing-12-month gross profit margin is 9% higher than the 32.28% industry average.
In the fiscal fourth quarter that ended on September 30, JCI's net sales increased 6.4% year-over-year to $4.39 billion. The company's gross profit rose 15% from the prior year's quarter to $2.27 billion. Its adjusted net income attributable to JCI was $858 million, or $1.28 per share, reflecting increases of 19.3% and 21.9% year-over-year, respectively.
For the quarter ending December 31, 2024, JCI's EPS is expected to increase 16.7% year-over-year to $0.60. Its revenue for fiscal 2026 is expected to grow 4.8% year-over-year to $24.71 billion. It surpassed the Street EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. Over the past year, the stock has gained 59.8% to close the last trading session at $83.71.
JCI's strong fundamentals are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
It has a B grade for Momentum. Within the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-services/">Industrial – Services</a> industry, it is ranked #43 out of 81 stocks. To see JCI's Growth, Value, Stability, Sentiment, and Quality ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JCI/">click here</a>.
Itron, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ITRI/">ITRI</a>)
ITRI is a technology, solutions, and services company that provides end-to-end solutions to help manage energy, water, and smart city operations worldwide. It operates through three segments: Device Solutions, Networked Solutions, and Outcomes.
On November 13, 2024, ITRI and PG&amp;E announced the EV Connect program, a pilot initiative using edge computing to make EV charging more accessible and affordable by eliminating costly panel upgrades. The program will initially support 1,000 residential customers and launch in early 2025.
On November 6, 2024, ITRI announced integrating its Intelligent Connectivity suite with FirstNet, providing utilities and cities with secure, prioritized communication for critical infrastructure. This collaboration enhances connectivity reliability, especially during emergencies, supporting mission-critical Industrial IoT use cases.
In terms of the trailing-12-month EBIT margin, ITRI's 10.64% is 103% higher than the 5.24% industry average. Its 12.92% trailing-12-month EBITDA margin is 26.9% higher than the 10.18% industry average. Additionally, its 6.70% trailing-12-month Return on Total Assets is 250.5% higher than the 1.91% industry average.
For the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, ITRI's total revenue increased 9.8% year-over-year to $615.46 million, while operating income rose 33.8% year-over-year to $78.97 million. Additionally, its non-GAAP net income attributable to ITRI and non-GAAP EPS increased by 87.7% and 87.8% to $84.25 million and $1.84, respectively, compared to the prior-year quarter.
Analysts expect ITRI's revenue for the quarter ending December 31, 2024, to increase 4.7% year-over-year to $604.56 million. Its EPS for fiscal 2024 is expected to increase 57.9% year-over-year to $5.31. It surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. Over the past year, the stock has gained 79.3% to close the last trading session at $119.29.
It's no surprise that ITRI has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B grade for Sentiment and Quality. Within the Industrial – Services industry, it is ranked #12. Beyond what we stated above, we also have given ITRI grades for Growth, Value, Momentum, and Stability. Get all ITRI ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ITRI/">here</a>.
American Superconductor Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AMSC/">AMSC</a>)
AMSC and its subsidiaries provide megawatt-scale power resiliency solutions worldwide. The company operates through its Grid and Wind segments.
On August 5, 2024, AMSC announced its acquisition of NWL, Inc., a provider of power supplies for industrial and military customers, for $25 million in cash and stock valued at $31.40 million. The acquisition aims to expand AMSC's product offerings, enhance its military footprint, and accelerate profitable growth.
During the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, AMSC's total revenues increased by 60.2% year-over-year to $54.47 million. Likewise, the company's non-GAAP net income rose significantly year-over-year to $9.95 million, or $0.27 per share.
Street expects AMSC's EPS and revenue for the quarter ending December 31, 2024, to increase 122.2% and 44% year-over-year to $0.07 and $56.67 million, respectively. Over the past year, AMSC's stock has gained 261.7% to close the last trading session at $32.37.
AMSC's positive outlook is reflected in its POWR Ratings. It has an A grade for Growth and a B for Sentiment. It is ranked #55 out of 89 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/industrial-equipment/">Industrial - Equipment</a> industry. To access AMSC's rating for Value, Momentum, Stability, and Quality, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AMSC/">click here</a>.
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JCI shares were trading at $83.71 per share on Thursday morning, down $0.04 (-0.05%). Year-to-date, JCI has gained 47.58%, versus a 27.18% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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