Micron Shares Surge to All-Time High as AI Momentum Drives Growth
Micron’s shares jumped 22.89% on May 26, closing at $895.88 and lifting market value above $1 trillion for the first time. The rally placed Micron alongside giants like Eli Lilly and Berkshire Hathaway. Overnight trading pushed the price to $920.62 as investors bet on the AI memory leader. The surge was sparked by a new $2 billion Virginia plant and a dramatic UBS price‑target raise. AI models need massive ultra‑fast memory, creating chronic shortages of advanced DRAM. Micron sits at the heart of this demand, especially after its Manassas, Virginia facility entered full operation. The 1‑alpha DRAM site supports automotive, aerospace, defense, networking, industrial and medical sectors. The expansion is part of Micron’s broader $200 billion U.S. semiconductor investment strategy. UBS lifted Micron’s price target to $1,625 from $535, implying roughly an 80% upside. Analysts expect memory shortages to persist until at least Q2 2028, giving Micron stronger pricing power. The upgrade forecasts reduced earnings volatility and higher profit margins, with projected earnings over $100 per share for 2027‑2029. The move helped lift semiconductor ETFs more than 4% in a single session. In the quarter ended Feb 26, Micron reported $24 billion in revenue and $14 billion net income, nearly an eightfold jump. Its stock has risen over 214% year‑to‑date, far outpacing the S&P 500’s sub‑10% gain. Over the past year the share price surged more than 861%. Continued rally will hinge on sustained AI demand and the ability to maintain elevated chip pricing.
