
Lam Research (LRCX) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Lam Research (LRCX) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Lam Research is poised for significant revenue growth in the coming years, with projections indicating that revenues from Gate-All-Around (GAA) and Advanced Packaging (AP) will exceed $3 billion by CY25 and grow by 400% from CY23 to CY24, respectively. The company's underappreciated Customer Support Business Group (CSBG) has already increased by 180% since CY13 and is expected to continue growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 10% up to CY28, bolstering its overall profitability. Additionally, Lam's advanced operations strategy has led to a notable improvement in gross margins, particularly from its Asian facilities, setting the stage for enhanced earnings per share (EPS) and operating margins in the future.
Bears say
Lam Research is experiencing significant challenges, primarily due to underperformance against revenue targets, stemming from historically low NAND spending, which is projected to continue into CY24. The company’s share of the wafer fabrication equipment market was notably lower than its guidance, reflecting a downturn in NAND expenditures, thereby contributing to revenues falling short of the expected range. Additionally, despite strong free cash flow margins, the company reported earnings per share below the target model due to revenue and margin misses, suggesting ongoing difficulties amidst fluctuating market conditions.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Lam Research and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Lam Research (LRCX) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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