NASDAQ:MU
Micron Technology (MU)
975.26
-2.15 (0.22%)
as of Sep 11, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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Sep 13, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 74 opinions in the last 12 months.
Micron Technology (MU) is at the center of discussions due to its substantial gains in the memory chip sector, driven primarily by AI demand and data center growth. Experts express a mix of optimism and caution, as Micron's stock has surged 210% this year, leading to concerns about sustainability and potential overvaluation in the near term. While many analysts praise Micron's innovative strategies and favorable long-term contracts, they also highlight the cyclical nature of the memory market, which can lead to volatility and significant price corrections. The consensus generally points to an expectation of continued strong performance due to ongoing shortages and strategic positioning, yet warnings about the risks of price corrections and the diminishing growth after an impressive upward trajectory remain prevalent. Overall, the sentiment around Micron intersects optimism regarding its innovations with caution about its current valuation and the cyclical nature of the memory market.
Consensus
Cautious
Valuation
Overvalued
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TOP PICK
Semiconductor memory business is volatile. Well positioned for margin expansion over the next year. Has spent a lot of money on infrastructure and production capability. Yield is 0.47%. (Analysts’ price target is $112.44)
Brendan CaldwellOwned
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BUY
The semi industry has the highest sensitivity to an upside surprise. Micron enjoyed a double upgrade today based on improving DRAM chip demand and improving inventories. His ETF owns 9 names in this sector including this. Semis offer upside after falling a lot this year.
Joe TerranovaOwned
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BUY
Loves this stock. Still a bit of a runway. Has held its own recently. A leader among manufacturers. Four segments: networking, mobile, storage, embedded. Spending a heck of a lot of money on facilities in Europe and NA. Owns 2/3 of the DRAM business out there, very popular application. (Analysts’ price target is $110.00)
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Premium contentPAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Feb 10/22, Down 14.3%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O’Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with MU has triggered its stop at $80. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. This will result in a net investment loss of 3%, when combined with our previous buy recommendation.
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Premium contentTOP PICK
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly We once again reiterate this memory and storage technology company (one of the largest producers of DRAM and flash memory chips in the world) as a TOP PICK. 2021 fiscal sales surged 29% and earnings grew by 115%. It trades at 15x earnings compared to peers at 68x. With good earnings growth prospects it trades with a PEG ratio under 1.0 and remains valued at just over 2x book value. It pays a small dividend, backed by a payout ratio under 10% of cash flow. We like that it is increasing cash reserves and paying down debt. We recommend trailing up the stop (from $70) to $80, looking to achieve $112 -- upside potential over 20%. Yield 0.48% (Analysts’ price target is $111.89)
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BUY
Options trading Likes it because this stock keeps exploding higher, and yet he still sees upside given its cheap PE. He already owns the stock, but December 95 calls were busy, which triggered him jumping into the options.
Pete NajarianOwned
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Premium contentTOP PICK
Premium contentTOP PICK
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly We once again reiterate MU as a TOP PICK. The memory and storage technology company trades at 17x earnings compared to peers at 77x. With good earnings growth prospects it trades with a PEG ratio under 1.0 and is presently valued at just over 2x book value. It pays a small dividend, backed by a payout ratio under 10% of cash flow. We like that it is buying back shares and paying down debt. We recommend trailing up the stop to $70, looking to achieve $103 -- upside potential over 19%. Yield 0.47% (Analysts’ price target is $102.93)
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TOP PICK
Manufacturers in the semi ecosystem. They do it all in designing and manufacturing. 2/3 of their business is in DRAM. Great performance. Price target of $97. Buy in thirds at $85, 80, and around 75 if you're lucky. Yield is 0.46%. (Analysts’ price target is $93.63)
Kim BoltonOwned
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COMMENT
He spoke to the CEO today. Every analyst feels that MU is shot. He disagrees. He sees 3 points down, then it will shoot up. They make not only D-RAM, but also Flash chips, though both are declining in price which will compress profits and by extension the stock. But the bearish argument doesn't make sense to him.
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COMMENT
It delivered okay numbers last night: better sales and earnings than expected, but it saw softer demand in PCs. Its current quarter forecast disappoints the street due to customers facing shortages of other parts. Gross margin guidance didn't indicate much erosion. Shares tumbled after the report but partially recovered after the CEO addressed shareholders.
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COMMENT
It reports tomorrow. It might report in-line, but then lowers its forecast. It's possible now during the semis shortage, because Micron makes a specific kind of chip--DRAMs and Flash, which are low margin but abundant in the U.S. So, their earnings are a problem. Any upside surprise can send the semis group higher, because they are bunched together in ETFs.
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