AMSC
BULLISH
$31.02
Live
American Superconductor Corporation · NASDAQ
Target $52.33
(+68.7%)
$13.98
52W Range
$70.49
At a glance
Key valuation, profitability, growth, and risk metrics.
Updated Mar 14, 2026
Market cap
$1.48B
P/E
10.2
ROE
35.8%
Profit margin
46.7%
Debt/Equity
0.02
Dividend yield
N/A
AI Analysis
AI-powered fundamental assessment
Confidence
85%
AMSC exhibits a weak Piotroski F-Score of 3/9, indicating subpar financial health and operational consistency, while lacking an Altman Z-Score suggests potential distress risk. Despite this, the company displays extraordinary earnings growth (4266.7% YoY) and a remarkable 635% average earnings surprise over the last four quarters, signaling strong upside momentum. The stock trades at a P/E of 10.20, well below the sector average of 73.87, and is significantly below its intrinsic value of $89.68 and Graham Number of $27.77, suggesting substantial undervaluation. However, the lack of dividend, minimal insider buying, and bearish technical trend introduce caution. Overall, the stock appears poised for a rebound driven by exceptional growth and valuation gaps.
Key Strengths
Exceptional earnings growth (4266.7% YoY) and Q/Q EPS growth of +1275.0%
High average earnings surprise (635.15%) over the last four quarters
Significantly undervalued relative to intrinsic value ($89.68) and Graham Number ($27.77)
Strong profitability metrics: 46.7% profit margin and 35.77% ROE
Very low financial leverage (Debt/Equity: 0.02) and strong liquidity (Current Ratio: 2.67)
Key Risks
Piotroski F-Score of 3/9 indicates weak financial health and operational stability
No Altman Z-Score available, raising potential bankruptcy risk concerns
Insider selling activity (1 transaction, $0.01M) with no buys in last 6 months
Technical trend is bearish (0/100), with a 6-month decline of -44.9%
Forward P/E of 29.36 suggests high growth expectations that may not be sustainable
AI Fair Value Estimate
Based on comprehensive analysis
$89.68
+189.1% above current price
Performance Snowflake
Multi-dimensional analysis across 5 key categories
Overall
61
Strong
88
92
75
52
0
AI Verdict
Positive
Key drivers: Exceptional earnings growth and surprise history, Significant undervaluation relative to intrinsic value, Strong balance sheet and low leverage
Confidence
85%
Value
88/100
Ref P/E, PEG, Graham Number
Positives
- Current price ($31.02) is well below intrinsic value ($89.68) and Graham Number ($27.77)
- P/E of 10.20 is drastically below sector average (73.87)
- Price/Sales of 5.29 is reasonable for a high-growth industrial firm
Watchpoints
- Forward P/E of 29.36 implies high growth expectations
- PEG ratio unavailable, limiting growth-adjusted valuation analysis
Future
92/100
Ref Growth rates
Positives
- 4266.7% YoY earnings growth and 4679.10% Q/Q earnings growth
- Average earnings surprise of 635.15% over last four quarters
- Revenue growth of 21.40% YoY
Watchpoints
- Forward P/E suggests high expectations may be hard to sustain
- No clear guidance on long-term growth trajectory
Past
75/100
Ref Historical trends
Positives
- Consistent earnings beat rate (3/4 in last four quarters)
- Improving earnings trend from losses to strong profits
- Positive progression from negative EPS to $2.75 in Q1 2026
Watchpoints
- Historical earnings were deeply negative (e.g., -$0.28 in Q1 2023)
- High volatility in earnings surprises (e.g., -41.8% in Q1 2023)
Health
52/100
Ref Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score
Positives
- Extremely low Debt/Equity (0.02)
- Strong current and quick ratios (2.67 and 1.67)
- High ROE (35.77%) and ROA (2.03%)
Watchpoints
- Piotroski F-Score of 3/9 indicates weak financial health
- No Altman Z-Score available, raising distress risk concerns
- Lack of cash flow and FCF data limits health assessment
Dividend
0/100
Ref Yield, Payout
Positives
No standout positives identified.
Watchpoints
- No dividend yield or payout ratio
- Dividend Strength: 0/100
- Payout Ratio: 0.00%
Stock Price & Analyst Targets
Real-time price movements and analyst price targets
Current Price
$31.02
Analyst Target
$52.33
Upside/Downside
+68.7%
Multi-Horizon Performance vs Peers
Price momentum across 5Y → 1W horizons for AMSC and closest competitors.
Updated 2026-03-13
| Company | 5Y | 3Y | 1Y | 6M | 1M | 1W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
AMSC
American Superconductor Corporation
Primary
|
+20.7% | +535.7% | +66.4% | -44.9% | -9.5% | +12.0% |
|
PLPC
Preformed Line Products Company
Peer
|
+354.2% | +138.9% | +113.5% | +31.5% | +17.8% | -6.3% |
|
GBX
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.
Peer
|
+18.6% | +95.0% | +18.2% | +9.5% | -5.5% | -1.4% |
|
RCAT
Red Cat Holdings, Inc.
Peer
|
+218.0% | +1279.6% | +147.9% | +8.3% | -25.2% | +2.8% |
|
GSL
Global Ship Lease, Inc.
Peer
|
+297.6% | +155.9% | +97.8% | +39.0% | +6.8% | +1.6% |
AMS
American Superconductor Corporation
Primary
5Y
+20.7%
3Y
+535.7%
1Y
+66.4%
6M
-44.9%
1M
-9.5%
1W
+12.0%
PLP
Preformed Line Products Company
Peer
5Y
+354.2%
3Y
+138.9%
1Y
+113.5%
6M
+31.5%
1M
+17.8%
1W
-6.3%
GBX
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.
Peer
5Y
+18.6%
3Y
+95.0%
1Y
+18.2%
6M
+9.5%
1M
-5.5%
1W
-1.4%
RCA
Red Cat Holdings, Inc.
Peer
5Y
+218.0%
3Y
+1279.6%
1Y
+147.9%
6M
+8.3%
1M
-25.2%
1W
+2.8%
GSL
Global Ship Lease, Inc.
Peer
5Y
+297.6%
3Y
+155.9%
1Y
+97.8%
6M
+39.0%
1M
+6.8%
1W
+1.6%
Positive values indicate cumulative gains over the specified period. Comparables pulled from the same sector to highlight whether momentum is stock-specific or industry-wide.
Historical Performance Trends
Long-term financial metrics and growth patterns
Revenue & Net Income
Profit & Operating Margins
Return on Equity (ROE)
Quarterly Revenue Growth
Historical data shows last 12 quarters (3 years)
Valuation Metrics
Key valuation ratios and pricing indicators
P/E Ratio
10.2
Forward P/E
29.36
PEG Ratio
N/A
P/B Ratio
2.75
P/S Ratio
5.29
EV/Revenue
4.82
EV/EBITDA
59.98
Market Cap
$1.48B
Profitability
Profit margins and return metrics
Profit Margin
46.7%
Operating Margin
6.23%
Gross Margin
30.87%
ROE
35.77%
ROA
2.03%
Growth
Revenue and earnings growth rates
Revenue Growth
+21.4%
Earnings Growth
+4266.7%
Q/Q Revenue Growth
N/A
Q/Q Earnings Growth
+4679.1%
Financial Health
Balance sheet strength and liquidity metrics
Debt/Equity
0.02
Low debt
Current Ratio
2.67
Strong
Quick Ratio
1.67
Excellent
Cash/Share
$2.96
Quarterly Earnings History
EPS performance vs analyst estimates
2026-05-27
$N/A
2026-02-04
$2.75
+1733.3% surprise
2025-11-05
$0.2
+30.4% surprise
2025-07-30
$0.29
+141.7% surprise
Industrials Sector Comparison
Comparing AMSC against 469 companies in the Industrials sector
(39 bullish, 174 neutral, 256 bearish)
P/E Ratio
10.2
This Stock
vs
98.24
Sector Avg
-89.6%
(Discount)
Return on Equity (ROE)
35.77%
This Stock
vs
-19.38%
Sector Avg
-284.6%
(Below Avg)
Profit Margin
46.7%
This Stock
vs
6.65%
Sector Avg
+601.9%
(Superior)
Debt to Equity
0.02
This Stock
vs
2.63
Sector Avg
-99.2%
(Less Debt)
Revenue Growth
21.4%
This Stock
vs
71.29%
Sector Avg
-70.0%
(Slower)
Current Ratio
2.67
This Stock
vs
3.09
Sector Avg
-13.8%
(Weaker)
Similar Companies
Peer comparison within the same industry
| Company | AI Rating | Market Cap | P/E | ROE | Profit Margin | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
AMSC
American Superconductor Corporation
|
BULLISH | $1.48B | 10.2 | 35.8% | 46.7% | $31.02 | |
|
PLPC
Preformed Line Products Company
|
BEARISH | $1.46B | 41.75 | 7.9% | 5.3% | $298.51 | Compare |
|
GBX
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.
|
NEUTRAL | $1.52B | 10.51 | 9.3% | 5.1% | $49.29 | Compare |
|
RCAT
Red Cat Holdings, Inc.
|
BEARISH | $1.54B | - | -48.7% | -177.0% | $12.72 | Compare |
|
GSL
Global Ship Lease, Inc.
|
BULLISH | $1.41B | 3.46 | 25.5% | 55.3% | $39.15 | Compare |
AMSC
American...
BULLISH
Mkt Cap
$1.5B
P/E
10.2
ROE
35.8%
Price
$31.02
Recent Insider Trading
Insider buy and sell transactions from the last 6 months
| Date | Insider | Position | Transaction | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-24 | OLIVER DAVID R JR | Director | Sale | 200 | $6,820 |
OLIVER DAVID R JR
Director
2026-02-24
200 shares
·
$6,820
Insider transactions can signal confidence or concerns about company prospects
Wall Street Analysts
Professional analyst ratings and price targets
Consensus
NONE
3 analysts
Clear Street
2026-01-02
Buy
Buy
Clear Street
2025-12-12
Buy
Buy
Clear Street
2025-11-19
Hold
Buy
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