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Memory price surge boosts Micron's margins but pressures Apple's costs, splitting their stock outlooks.

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04 Nov 2026, 19:33 WIB
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Memory price surge boosts Micron's margins but pressures Apple's costs, splitting their stock outlooks.

Memory prices are rising sharply, benefiting Micron Technology with record profit margins due to locked-in supply contracts through 2030, while increasing costs hurt Apple's product margins. Micron's stock is up nearly 200% this year, with a strong buy rating and a price target around $962, reflecting confidence in sustained demand and partnerships like with NVIDIA. Apple, facing higher memory expenses, saw a recent stock dip despite strong revenue and earnings growth, with a more cautious buy rating and a target near $379. Both companies have upside potential, but risks include memory supply imbalances and shifts in AI spending.

Micron Technology trades at USD 808.92 on Pluang as of Nov 05, 2026 00:41 WIB, down 5.40% in one day despite strong yearly gains. Apple shares are priced at USD 352.91, rising 6.33% in the last day, reflecting mixed investor reactions to memory cost impacts. Micron's market cap is $967.48B, while Apple remains much larger at $4.84T, showing differing scales in the tech sector.

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