Micron Technology Reports Record Earnings and Revenue Amid Strong AI Demand
Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) reported a record fiscal fourth quarter in 2026, with revenue reaching $54.2 billion — up 379% year-over-year — and non-GAAP earnings per share rising about elevenfold to $33.42. The company attributed the strong performance to growing demand driven by artificial intelligence (AI). Management also forecasted a new quarterly high of around $61.5 billion in revenue for the next quarter, signaling continued momentum. Unlike previous quarters where the stock typically dipped after earnings reports before rebounding within three months, this time Micron's shares rose 3% immediately following the report — breaking an established pattern. The company also announced a significant increase in capital expenditures for fiscal 2027 to expand cleanroom capacity, which could eventually lead to higher supply but has historically caused volatility due to pricing swings. Despite concerns over increased spending potentially weighing on shares, Micron's stock performance after the March 2026 report — when it similarly raised its capex plans — saw a strong rebound of more than 155% in three months. This suggests that investors may be viewing the current capital expansion as a positive sign for long-term growth.
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