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Micron Technology (MU) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$102.51 -0.25 (-0.24%)
(As of 03:45 PM ET)

Micron Technology - 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
1
Hold
1
Buy
26

Based on 28 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Micron Technology in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 28 analysts, 1 has given a sell rating, 1 has given a hold rating, and 26 have given a buy rating for MU.

Consensus Price Target

$143.04
39.53% Upside
According to the 28 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Micron Technology, the average price target is $143.04. The highest price target for MU is $250.00, while the lowest price target for MU is $67.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 39.53% from the current price of $102.51.
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MU Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
11/23/23 to 11/22/24
1 Month Ago
10/24/23 to 10/23/24
3 Months Ago
8/25/23 to 8/24/24
1 Year Ago
11/23/22 to 11/23/23
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
26 Buy rating(s)
25 Buy rating(s)
25 Buy rating(s)
19 Buy rating(s)
Hold
1 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
5 Hold rating(s)
Sell
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$143.04$142.85$157.52$77.75
Forecasted Upside39.53% Upside35.98% Upside53.16% Upside0.84% Upside
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy

MU Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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MU Price Targets by Month

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Micron Technology Stock vs. The Competition

TypeMicron TechnologyComputer and Technology CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
2.89
2.67
2.50
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy
Predicted Upside39.15% Upside541.13% Upside7.72% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
10/28/2024China Renaissance
0 of 5 stars
 Initiated CoverageBuy$148.00+37.05%
10/8/2024KeyCorp
3 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$145.00 ➝ $135.00+31.18%
10/1/2024Cantor Fitzgerald
3 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingOverweight ➝ Overweight$150.00 ➝ $150.00+44.63%
9/27/2024Robert W. Baird
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 Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$172.00 ➝ $150.00+36.51%
9/26/2024Rosenblatt Securities
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 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$225.00 ➝ $250.00+129.61%
9/26/2024Raymond James
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 Boost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$125.00 ➝ $140.00+28.51%
9/26/2024Bank of America
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 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$110.00 ➝ $125.00+15.38%
9/26/2024Morgan Stanley
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 Boost TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$100.00 ➝ $114.00+2.93%
9/26/2024Wedbush
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 Reiterated RatingOutperform ➝ Outperform$140.00 ➝ $140.00+24.77%
9/26/2024Susquehanna
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 Lower TargetPositive ➝ Positive$175.00 ➝ $165.00+72.29%
9/26/2024TD Cowen
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 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$115.00 ➝ $135.00+40.96%
9/26/2024Needham & Company LLC
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 Reiterated RatingBuy ➝ Buy$140.00 ➝ $140.00+46.18%
9/19/2024Stifel Nicolaus
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$165.00 ➝ $135.00+50.84%
9/18/2024Wells Fargo & Company
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 Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$190.00 ➝ $175.00+97.23%
9/17/2024Citigroup
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$175.00 ➝ $150.00+68.27%
9/17/2024UBS Group
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$153.00 ➝ $135.00+51.45%
9/12/2024BNP Paribas
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K. Ackerman
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DowngradeOutperform ➝ Underperform$140.00 ➝ $67.00-26.09%
6/27/2024The Goldman Sachs Group
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 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$138.00 ➝ $158.00+16.70%
6/27/2024JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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 Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$130.00 ➝ $180.00+32.95%
6/27/2024Piper Sandler
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 Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$130.00 ➝ $150.00+5.37%
6/21/2024Wolfe Research
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 Boost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$150.00 ➝ $200.00+40.68%
5/31/2024Mizuho
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 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$150.00 ➝ $155.00+22.73%
5/13/2024Barclays
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 Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$120.00 ➝ $145.00+18.11%
3/21/2024Fox Advisors
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 UpgradeEqual Weight ➝ Overweight
3/21/2024Argus
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 UpgradeHold ➝ Buy$140.00+45.45%
12/21/2023Evercore ISI
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 Boost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$90.00 ➝ $100.00+18.89%
12/21/2023Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
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 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$85.00 ➝ $90.00+14.37%
12/18/2023BMO Capital Markets
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 Boost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$80.00 ➝ $90.00+10.85%
6/29/2023VNET Group
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 Reiterated RatingMaintains
6/29/202322nd Century Group
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 Reiterated RatingMaintains
4/13/2023New Street Research
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 Boost TargetBuy$75.00 ➝ $100.00+60.69%
1/3/2023Credit Suisse Group
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Chris Caso
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Set Target$66.00+32.05%
12/22/2022Cowen
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 Lower TargetOutperform$70.00 ➝ $66.00+35.16%

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Should I Buy Micron Technology Stock? MU Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Micron Technology pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Micron Technology
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Micron Technology, Inc.:

  • Micron Technology, Inc. reported earnings per share of $1.18 for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate by $0.21. This indicates strong financial performance and potential for growth.
  • The company had revenue of $7.75 billion for the quarter, surpassing analyst estimates. This demonstrates robust sales and market demand for Micron Technology's products.
  • Micron Technology's revenue was up 93.3% compared to the same quarter last year, showcasing significant growth in a competitive market.
  • The current stock price of Micron Technology, Inc. is trading at $99.85, which may present a buying opportunity for investors looking to enter at a relatively lower price point.
  • Equities research analysts anticipate that Micron Technology, Inc. will post earnings per share of $0.61 for the current year, indicating positive future outlook and potential returns for investors.

Micron Technology
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Micron Technology, Inc. for these reasons:

  • Micron Technology, Inc. had a negative return on equity of 4.01% and a negative net margin of 7.20%, indicating potential financial challenges and lower profitability compared to industry peers.
  • The company's payout ratio is currently -32.39%, which suggests that the dividend payment may not be sustainable in the long term, raising concerns for income-oriented investors.
  • Corporate insiders own only 0.32% of the company's stock, potentially signaling limited confidence from internal stakeholders in the company's future performance.
  • Hedge funds and institutional investors own a significant portion (80.84%) of Micron Technology's stock, which could lead to increased volatility and influence on stock price movements.
  • While the company has shown growth, the beta of 1.17 indicates that Micron Technology, Inc. may be more volatile compared to the overall market, posing risks for investors seeking stability.

MU Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 28 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Micron Technology is $143.04, with a high forecast of $250.00 and a low forecast of $67.00.

28 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Micron Technology in the last year. There is currently 1 sell rating, 1 hold rating and 26 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" MU shares.

According to analysts, Micron Technology's stock has a predicted upside of 39.53% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Micron Technology's stock had 1 downgrade by analysts.

Analysts like Micron Technology more than other "computer and technology" companies. The consensus rating score for Micron Technology is 2.89 while the average consensus rating score for "computer and technology" companies is 2.67. Learn more on how MU compares to other companies.


This page (NASDAQ:MU) was last updated on 11/22/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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