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Lam Research (LRCX) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$70.56 -2.13 (-2.93%)
(As of 01:03 PM ET)

Lam Research - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2024)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
6
Buy
13

Based on 19 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Lam Research in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 19 analysts, 6 have given a hold rating, and 13 have given a buy rating for LRCX.

Consensus Price Target

$97.97
38.85% Upside
According to the 19 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Lam Research, the average price target is $97.97. The highest price target for LRCX is $120.00, while the lowest price target for LRCX is $77.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 38.85% from the current price of $70.56.
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LRCX Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
11/28/23 to 11/27/24
1 Month Ago
10/29/23 to 10/28/24
3 Months Ago
8/30/23 to 8/29/24
1 Year Ago
11/28/22 to 11/28/23
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
13 Buy rating(s)
14 Buy rating(s)
15 Buy rating(s)
15 Buy rating(s)
Hold
6 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
5 Hold rating(s)
5 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$97.97$97.03$100.61$66.70
Forecasted Upside38.85% Upside28.60% Upside26.19% Upside-6.11% Downside
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy

LRCX Analyst Recommendations By Month

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LRCX Price Targets by Month

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Lam Research Stock vs. The Competition

TypeLam ResearchComputer and Technology CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
2.68
2.68
2.50
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy
Predicted Upside34.78% Upside280.99% Upside6.72% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
10/24/2024BNP Paribas
3 of 5 stars
J. Ramel
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UpgradeHold
10/24/2024Cantor Fitzgerald
3 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingNeutral ➝ Neutral$100.00 ➝ $100.00+32.35%
10/24/2024Stifel Nicolaus
4 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingBuy ➝ Buy$105.00 ➝ $100.00+32.45%
10/24/2024Wells Fargo & Company
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 Lower TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$88.00 ➝ $85.00+12.40%
10/24/2024Needham & Company LLC
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 Reiterated RatingBuy ➝ Buy$100.00 ➝ $100.00+37.25%
10/23/2024Morgan Stanley
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 Lower TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$81.00 ➝ $77.00+5.70%
10/23/2024B. Riley
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C. Ellis
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Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$132.50 ➝ $105.00+44.13%
9/20/2024Mizuho
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 Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$105.00 ➝ $95.00+23.74%
9/16/2024Citigroup
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$99.00 ➝ $89.30+18.88%
9/12/2024UBS Group
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$125.00 ➝ $115.00+53.89%
8/1/2024Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$110.00 ➝ $95.00+15.45%
8/1/2024TD Cowen
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 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$100.00 ➝ $105.00+13.98%
6/7/2024Raymond James
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 Boost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$95.00 ➝ $106.00+9.93%
6/5/2024Barclays
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 Boost TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$86.50 ➝ $90.00-6.50%
5/13/2024Jefferies Financial Group
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 Initiated CoverageBuy ➝ Buy$98.00 ➝ $110.00+20.16%
4/25/2024JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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 Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$90.00 ➝ $95.00+5.04%
4/25/2024Susquehanna
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 Lower TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$88.00 ➝ $85.00-3.94%
4/16/2024Evercore ISI
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 Initiated CoverageOutperform$120.00+26.83%
1/25/2024The Goldman Sachs Group
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 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$70.00 ➝ $91.20+4.59%
11/22/2023Redburn Atlantic
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 Initiated CoverageBuy$80.00+13.09%
9/14/2023Wolfe Research
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 Initiated CoverageOutperform$82.50+25.68%
7/27/2023Sanford C. Bernstein
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 Boost Target$50.00 ➝ $55.00-14.38%
4/20/2023Berenberg Bank
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 Boost TargetBuy$53.00 ➝ $55.50+6.92%
3/1/2023KGI Securities
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 UpgradeNeutral ➝ Outperform
1/3/2023DA Davidson
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H. Chung
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Reiterated RatingNeutral

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Should I Buy Lam Research Stock? LRCX Pros and Cons Explained

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Lam Research
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Lam Research Co.:

  • Lam Research Co. reported a quarterly revenue of $4.17 billion, exceeding analyst estimates of $4.06 billion, indicating strong financial performance and demand for its semiconductor processing equipment.
  • The company has a robust net margin of 26.02%, which suggests efficient management and profitability, making it an attractive option for investors seeking stable returns.
  • With a current stock price of $70.17, Lam Research Co. is trading at a more accessible level compared to its one-year high of $113.00, potentially offering a buying opportunity for investors looking for value.
  • Institutional investors hold 84.61% of the company's stock, reflecting strong confidence from large financial entities, which can be a positive indicator for retail investors.
  • Lam Research Co. has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.23 per share, providing a yield of 1.31%, which can attract income-focused investors looking for regular cash flow.

Lam Research
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Lam Research Co. for these reasons:

  • The stock has experienced a decline of 0.6% recently, which may indicate short-term volatility and uncertainty in the market.
  • Analysts have varied opinions on the stock, with some reducing their price targets, suggesting potential concerns about future performance and market conditions.
  • Lam Research Co. has a relatively high P/E ratio of 22.63, which may indicate that the stock is overvalued compared to its earnings, posing a risk for new investors.
  • Recent insider selling, including a significant transaction by the chief accounting officer, could signal a lack of confidence in the company's short-term prospects.
  • The semiconductor industry is subject to rapid technological changes and competitive pressures, which could impact Lam Research Co.'s market position and profitability in the future.

LRCX Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 19 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Lam Research is $97.97, with a high forecast of $120.00 and a low forecast of $77.00.

19 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Lam Research in the last twelve months. There are currently 6 hold ratings and 13 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" LRCX shares.

According to analysts, Lam Research's stock has a predicted upside of 38.85% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Lam Research's stock had 1 upgrade by analysts.

Lam Research has been rated by research analysts at B. Riley, BNP Paribas, Cantor Fitzgerald, Citigroup, Mizuho, Morgan Stanley, Needham & Company LLC, Stifel Nicolaus, UBS Group, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Lam Research more than other "computer and technology" companies. The consensus rating score for Lam Research is 2.68 while the average consensus rating score for "computer and technology" companies is 2.68. Learn more on how LRCX compares to other companies.


This page (NASDAQ:LRCX) was last updated on 11/27/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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