Smith Micro Software (SMSI.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 265% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Price history for Smith Micro Software (SMSI.US) – stock price at 3.02 $, September 2026
Smith Micro Software stock price – price development 2026. Updated Sep 2, 2026.
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Smith Micro Software Price Target 2026: Analysts See 264% Upside

The average price target for Smith Micro Software is $11.00. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 264.24% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Smith Micro Software overvalued or undervalued?

Smith Micro Software is currently undervalued with a gap of 264.2% relative to the price target.


The current price is $3.02, which places Smith Micro Software in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $9.90, and overvalued when the price exceeds $12.10.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Smith Micro Software, the fair value range lies between $9.90 and $12.10.


See the full price target analysis for Smith Micro Software →

Analyst Ratings for Smith Micro Software stock in 2026: Strong Buy

3 analysts cover Smith Micro Software. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 100% recommend buying. The average price target is $11.00, which gives an upside of 264.2% from the current price.

Consensus: Strong Buy (4.67/5)
Strong Buy
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Buy
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4.67 out of 5 based on 3 analysts

About Smith Micro Software – Software - Application

Smith Micro Software, Inc. develops and sells software solutions to simplify and enhance the mobile experience to wireless and cable service providers in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company offers SafePath OS, SafePath Kids, SafePath Family, SafePath Global, SafePath Drive, OS for senior phone, SafePath 8, drive, digital wellness, and SafePath IoT, which provides tools to protect digital lifestyles and manage connected devices inside and outside the home; and CommSuite, a messaging platform that helps mobile service provides deliver a next-generation voicemail experience to mobile subscribers, and CommSuite visual voicemail and premium visual voicemail, as well as enables multi-language voice-to-text (VTT) transcription messaging. It also engages in family safety cloud-based, and consulting services. Smith Micro Software, Inc. was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Smith Micro Software

$ 16.0M Market cap
$ 16.9M Revenue
Software - Application Industry
- P/E
0.95 P/S
0.95 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Smith Micro Software?

Speculative stock

Smith Micro Software is classified as a speculative stock.

Score Overview for Smith Micro Software

💰 Value Score 49/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 4/100 (Very Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 26/100 (Low)
📊 Total Score 26/100

⚠️ 4 red flags identified 4 critical

Our analysis has identified 4 potential risk factors in Smith Micro Software that investors should be aware of.

🚨 Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is -47.88 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.
🚨 Negative profit margin: The profit margin is -92.6% – the company is losing money on its operations.
🚨 Negative return on equity: ROE is -78.7% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.
🚨 Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 84% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

The P/S ratio is 1.0 (low — potentially undervalued relative to revenue). The P/B ratio is 1.0, below book value, which can point to a value opportunity. The PEG ratio is 1.25.

💵 Profitability & Growth

The latest quarterly earnings grew -84.0% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 4 out of 9 — average financial health. Altman Z2 is -47.88 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 17.9% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 2.51%.

Insider Trading in Smith Micro Software 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Smith Micro Software have made 20 transactions – split into 1 purchases and 19 sales. On a net basis, insiders put 1,362,785 $ into the stock, which is a positive signal. Active insiders include SMITH WILLIAM W JR, Huffmyer Timothy C., Braund Bethany M. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 3 sales. A net 3,631 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly positive

Insiders have bought considerably more than they have sold. This suggests several key people see value in the stock.

Across the last 20 transactions: 1 purchases and 19 sales. A net 1,362,785 $ into the stock.

Latest purchase: SMITH WILLIAM W JR bought 2,236,136 shares at 1 $ each on 2025-11-07. The stock has since risen 323.9%.

Latest sale: SMITH WILLIAM W JR sold 963 shares at 3 $ each on 2026-08-19.

Who is buying: SMITH WILLIAM W JR.

Who is selling: SMITH WILLIAM W JR, Huffmyer Timothy C., Braund Bethany M.

Latest Insider Trades in Smith Micro Software (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Smith Micro Software. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-08-19 SMITH WILLIAM W JR Sell 963 3 2,764
2026-08-19 Huffmyer Timothy C. Sell 300 3 861
2026-08-19 Braund Bethany M Sell 2 3 6
2026-05-14 SMITH WILLIAM W JR Sell 1,618 1 1,408
2026-05-14 Huffmyer Timothy C. Sell 588 1 512
2026-05-14 Braund Bethany M Sell 1,850 1 1,610
2026-04-27 SMITH WILLIAM W JR Sell 1,618 1 1,133
2026-04-27 Huffmyer Timothy C. Sell 588 1 412
2026-04-27 Braund Bethany M Sell 6,761 1 4,868
2026-03-13 SMITH WILLIAM W JR Sell 4,943 1 4,202

Who is buying and selling Smith Micro Software shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Smith Micro Software: SMITH WILLIAM W JR. In total, 1,498,211 $ was bought across 1 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: SMITH WILLIAM W JR, Huffmyer Timothy C., Braund Bethany M. In total, 135,426 $ was sold across 19 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Smith Micro Software Short Selling 2026: 2.5% Sold Short

Moderate short interest: 2.5% of the free float
Short % of free float
2.5%
Assessment
Moderate short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a moderate share of short selling. Between 2-5% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is within the normal range for most stocks.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does Smith Micro Software Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for Smith Micro Software is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of Smith Micro Software 2026 – Signal: Hold

Overall Technical Signal: Hold

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated September 2, 2026.

Technical analysis of Smith Micro Software (SMSI.US) – RSI 47, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart September 2026
Smith Micro Software technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI, MACD and volume profile. Updated Sep 2, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Smith Micro Software, Inc

Smith Micro Software, Inc is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $2.84 is 2.7% below the 20-day average ($2.92). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 3.5% above the 50-day average ($2.74). Long term, the stock is 10.6% below the 200-day average ($3.18), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (2.74) is below the 200-day average (3.18), which is a classic bearish signal for Smith Micro Software, Inc.

Is Smith Micro Software, Inc overbought or oversold?

Smith Micro Software, Inc has an RSI of 47.3, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for Smith Micro Software, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.032), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (0.042) by 0.010, which suggests the positive momentum is fading – the trend could be turning.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-0.190), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (-0.155) by 0.035, which confirms continued negative long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The short-term trend is bullish, but the long-term trend is still bearish. Wait until the weekly MACD also crosses the zero line before acting.

Risk Profile for Smith Micro Software, Inc

Smith Micro Software, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 82.2%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative. Only risk-tolerant investors should consider this stock, because the price swings can be very large.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Smith Micro Software, Inc

Trend: Neutral/mixed.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.032). Weekly bearish (-0.190).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly falling.

RSI: 47.3 – neutral.

Technical signal: Hold

The signals are mixed – trend and MACD point in different directions. Wait until MACD crosses the zero line in the direction of the trend before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions About Smith Micro Software stock in 2026

Should you buy Smith Micro Software stock now?
The technical signal for Smith Micro Software is currently NEUTRAL. Smith Micro Software trades at $3.02 as of 9/2/2026. The overall technical signal is: Hold. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.032 with falling momentum (signal: 0.042); RSI is at 47.3 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $11.00 points to 264.2% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Smith Micro Software stock?
The average analyst price target for Smith Micro Software is $11.00. The current price is $3.02, which gives an upside of 264.2%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $9.90 and $12.10.
Is Smith Micro Software a dividend stock?
No, Smith Micro Software does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Smith Micro Software stock?
Smith Micro Software is rated as a stock in the risk category Extremely speculative. the annual standard deviation is 82.2%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative.
Is Smith Micro Software overvalued?
No, Smith Micro Software is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (264.2% upside). Smith Micro Software has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 1.0, a P/B ratio of 1.0. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 264.2%.
Is Smith Micro Software overbought?
No, Smith Micro Software is not overbought. RSI is at 47.3 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 47.3 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 3.5% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next Smith Micro Software earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Smith Micro Software has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Smith Micro Software shorted?
Yes, Smith Micro Software is shorted with 2.5% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Smith Micro Software stock?
No, insiders are not buying Smith Micro Software shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 3 sales. On a net basis, 3,631 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 1 purchases and 19 sales, with a net 1,362,785 $ bought. Active sellers include SMITH WILLIAM W JR, Huffmyer Timothy C., Braund Bethany M. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Smith Micro Software a good stock?
Based on our total score, Smith Micro Software is rated as a poor stock with a total score of 26 out of 100. The stock scores below average on value, quality and momentum – it sits at the lower end of the market. The score is made up of Value: 49/100, Quality: 4/100, Momentum: 26/100. In addition: analysts see 264.2% upside to the price target; technical signal: Hold. Whether Smith Micro Software is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Smith Micro Software stock?
The outlook for Smith Micro Software based on current data: the average analyst price target is $11.00 (+264.2%). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Smith Micro Software stock rising?
Smith Micro Software is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 3.5% above the 20-day average; insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Smith Micro Software go?
The average analyst price target for Smith Micro Software is $11.00, which corresponds to a potential gain of 264.2% from the current price of $3.02. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Smith Micro Software fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Smith Micro Software. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Smith Micro Software do?
Smith Micro Software, Inc. develops and sells software solutions to simplify and enhance the mobile experience to wireless and cable service providers in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company offers SafePath OS, SafePath Kids, SafePath Family, SafePath... The company belongs to the Technology sector, more specifically the Software - Application industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Smith Micro Software as an investment.
Did Smith Micro Software raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Smith Micro Software. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Smith Micro Software making money or losing money?
No, Smith Micro Software is currently not making money — the company is losing money with a negative profit margin of -92.6%, a substantial loss. That means the business loses money on every dollar of revenue. For growth stocks investing in expansion this is normal — but it raises the risk if the company does not reach break-even before its capital runs out.
Can Smith Micro Software go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Smith Micro Software is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -47.88 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 4 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 18% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Smith Micro Software have a lot of debt?
No, Smith Micro Software has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 18%. For the technology sector, anything below 60% counts as low debt. Tech companies are usually asset-light and need little borrowed capital — anything below 60% counts as low in this sector. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.