AlphaCore Capital LLC lifted its position in shares of Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MU – Free Report) by 9.1% during the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 25,444 shares of the semiconductor manufacturer’s stock after purchasing an additional 2,122 shares during the quarter. AlphaCore Capital LLC’s holdings in Micron Technology were worth $4,257,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds have also modified their holdings of MU. REAP Financial Group LLC bought a new stake in Micron Technology in the 3rd quarter valued at $25,000. Barnes Dennig Private Wealth Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Micron Technology during the 3rd quarter valued at about $27,000. Howard Hughes Medical Institute bought a new stake in Micron Technology in the second quarter valued at about $30,000. AlphaQuest LLC increased its stake in Micron Technology by 13,250.0% in the second quarter. AlphaQuest LLC now owns 267 shares of the semiconductor manufacturer’s stock valued at $33,000 after acquiring an additional 265 shares during the period. Finally, Cullen Frost Bankers Inc. raised its position in Micron Technology by 79.3% in the third quarter. Cullen Frost Bankers Inc. now owns 199 shares of the semiconductor manufacturer’s stock worth $33,000 after purchasing an additional 88 shares in the last quarter. 80.84% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.
Insiders Place Their Bets
In other news, Director Steven J. Gomo sold 5,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, December 19th. The shares were sold at an average price of $263.63, for a total value of $1,318,150.00. Following the transaction, the director owned 19,139 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $5,045,614.57. This trade represents a 20.71% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, EVP April S. Arnzen sold 15,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, December 22nd. The stock was sold at an average price of $277.09, for a total transaction of $4,156,350.00. Following the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 165,618 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $45,891,091.62. This trade represents a 8.30% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Over the last 90 days, insiders have purchased 23,200 shares of company stock valued at $7,821,723 and have sold 73,623 shares valued at $27,307,408. 0.24% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.
Micron Technology Price Performance
Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, December 17th. The semiconductor manufacturer reported $4.78 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.77 by $1.01. The business had revenue of $13.64 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $12.62 billion. Micron Technology had a net margin of 28.15% and a return on equity of 22.71%. Micron Technology’s revenue for the quarter was up 56.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $1.79 earnings per share. Micron Technology has set its Q2 2026 guidance at 8.220-8.620 EPS. Sell-side analysts forecast that Micron Technology, Inc. will post 6.08 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Micron Technology Dividend Announcement
The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, January 14th. Stockholders of record on Monday, December 29th were paid a dividend of $0.115 per share. This represents a $0.46 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.1%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, December 29th. Micron Technology’s dividend payout ratio is 4.37%.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In
A number of equities research analysts have weighed in on the company. Needham & Company LLC lifted their price objective on Micron Technology from $380.00 to $450.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, February 17th. Wells Fargo & Company raised their target price on Micron Technology from $335.00 to $410.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday, January 15th. Morgan Stanley upped their price target on Micron Technology from $350.00 to $450.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Wednesday, February 11th. Susquehanna lifted their price objective on Micron Technology from $200.00 to $300.00 and gave the company a “positive” rating in a report on Monday, December 8th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted their target price on shares of Micron Technology from $220.00 to $350.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, December 18th. Six research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-nine have assigned a Buy rating and three have given a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Buy” and an average price target of $358.38.
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More Micron Technology News
Here are the key news stories impacting Micron Technology this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Analyst comparison argues Micron is the superior AI memory pick thanks to booming HBM demand and tight supply that boosts pricing power and margins. This supports optimism for sustained revenue/margin gains. Micron vs. Oracle: One AI Stock Is a Clear Buy Right Now
- Positive Sentiment: Micron announced a massive U.S. buildout (~US$200B headline) to expand capacity for AI memory—moves that should secure long‑term share in HBM markets and underpin revenue growth as hyperscalers scale. Micron Ramps US$200b US Buildout As AI Demand Tests Valuation
- Positive Sentiment: Bullish market commentary and analyses (MarketBeat, Forbes, 247WallSt) highlight Micron’s momentum, HBM leadership, and room for further upside despite big YTD gains—driving investor FOMO into the AI memory trade. Forget Nvidia: Micron Is Up 330% in a Year and Still Looks Cheap
- Positive Sentiment: TD Cowen and other brokers have raised long‑run EPS/earnings scenarios (TD Cowen’s $60 EPS call cited), reinforcing a growth narrative and supporting higher analyst targets. What TD Cowen’s $60 EPS Call Means for Micron Technology (MU)
- Neutral Sentiment: Micron set its fiscal Q2 earnings date for March 18; that event is the next major catalyst and could produce volatility if guidance or demand commentary differs from bullish expectations. Micron Technology to Report Fiscal Second Quarter Results on March 18, 2026
- Neutral Sentiment: Market chatter includes stock‑split speculation and questions about whether to lock profits after large gains—these are sentiment drivers but not fundamental changes. Will Micron Technology Stock Split?
- Negative Sentiment: Several pieces note valuation is being tested—large capex and a rich multiple mean disappointment on guidance or slower HBM adoption could trigger a sharp pullback. Micron Ramps US$200b US Buildout As AI Demand Tests Valuation
Micron Technology Profile
Micron Technology, Inc is a global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures memory and storage solutions. Its product portfolio includes dynamic random-access memory (DRAM), NAND flash memory, solid-state drives (SSDs), memory modules and embedded memory solutions for a wide range of computing and electronic devices. Micron supplies components used in data centers, enterprise and cloud infrastructure, client computing, mobile devices, automotive systems and industrial applications, and also markets consumer-facing products under the Crucial brand.
Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Boise, Idaho, Micron has grown into an international manufacturer with research, development and production facilities across multiple regions.
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