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American Superconductor Acquires Brazilian Transformer Company

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  • American Superconductor acquired Comtrafo, a Brazilian transformer manufacturer, on December 5, 2025.
  • The acquisition enhances American Superconductor’s market presence in Brazil, leveraging Comtrafo’s assets and customer base.
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American Superconductor Acquires Brazilian Transformer Company

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The latest update is out from American Superconductor ( (AMSC) ).

On December 5, 2025, American Superconductor Corporation, through its subsidiary AMSC Brazil, acquired all shares of Comtrafo Indústria de Transformadores Elétricos S.A., a Brazilian manufacturer of large power and distribution transformers, for a combination of cash and restricted shares. This strategic acquisition includes real estate and transportation assets and positions American Superconductor to expand its footprint in the Brazilian market, with Comtrafo’s substantial backlog and established customer base providing a strong foundation for future growth.

The most recent analyst rating on (AMSC) stock is a Hold with a $33.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on American Superconductor stock, see the AMSC Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on AMSC Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, AMSC is a Neutral.

American Superconductor’s stock score reflects a mixed outlook. The company’s financial performance is improving, with strong revenue growth and positive cash flow trends. However, technical analysis indicates bearish momentum, and the high P/E ratio suggests potential overvaluation. The absence of earnings call insights and corporate events further limits the assessment. Investors should weigh the promising financial turnaround against the technical and valuation concerns.

To see Spark’s full report on AMSC stock, click here.

More about American Superconductor

Comtrafo manufactures large power transformers and distribution transformers primarily for utility customers and also for industrial customers in Brazil. Comtrafo has approximately 580 employees and operates primarily out of its Cornelio Procopio factories with approximately 350,000 square feet of manufacturing space. Comtrafo’s revenue for calendar year 2024 was approximately $50 million, with gross margins commensurate with recently demonstrated Company levels of 30% and operating margins of about 20%.

Average Trading Volume: 1,201,921

Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold

Current Market Cap: $1.47B

For an in-depth examination of AMSC stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.

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