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Micron Technology Inc (MU.O) Earnings Preview and Investment Analysis Summary

Core Content and Key Insights

Micron Technology Inc (MU.O) is expected to report its F3Q25 results on June 25 after market close. The report highlights that the company is anticipated to beat earnings and revenue expectations, driven by higher-than-expected DRAM pricing. This pricing is expected to increase by at least 5% QoQ during both 2Q25 and 3Q25, significantly surpassing the initial forecast of a 2% QoQ increase in 2Q25.

The report raises estimates and price targets, with the new F25 sales and EPS estimates at $35.8 billion and $6.25, respectively, and the new F26 sales and EPS estimates at $45.0 billion and $10.54, both 16% above Consensus. The target price is raised from $110.00 to $130.00, which is 11x C26E EPS, aligning with its historical average. The Buy rating is reiterated, reflecting confidence in the company's performance due to DRAM pricing rebound and AI exposure.

Financial Highlights

Revenue Forecasts

• F3Q25 Revenue: $9.0 billion (up 12% QoQ), above the Consensus of $8.80 billion (up 9% QoQ)
• F4Q25 Revenue: $10.0 billion (up 11% QoQ), above the Consensus of $9.84 billion (up 12% QoQ)

EPS Forecasts

• F3Q25 EPS: $1.48 (above Consensus of $1.39)
• F4Q25 EPS: $1.81 (above Consensus of $1.78)

Sales and EPS Growth

• 2025E Sales: $35.8 billion
• 2026E Sales: $45.0 billion
• 2025E EPS: $6.25
• 2026E EPS: $10.54

Gross Margins

• 2025E Gross Margin: 37.2%
• 2026E Gross Margin: 45.7%

EBITDA and EBIT Margins

• 2025E EBITDA (Adj): $16,854 million
• 2025E EBITDA Margin (Adj): 47.1%
• 2026E EBITDA (Adj): $24,268 million
• 2026E EBITDA Margin (Adj): 53.9%

Net Profit and Net Margins

• 2025E Net Profit: $7,063 million
• 2025E Net Margin: 19.7%
• 2026E Net Profit: $11,716 million
• 2026E Net Margin: 26.0%

Valuation Ratios

• 2025E PE Ratio: 17.0
• 2025E PB Ratio: 2.1
• 2025E EV/EBITDA: 7.2
• 2025E FCF Yield: 2.5%
• 2025E Dividend Yield: 0.4%
• 2025E Payout Ratio: 7%
• 2025E ROE: 14.2%

DRAM and NAND Market Outlook

DRAM Pricing and ASP

• 2Q25 DRAM Pricing Increase: 5% QoQ, above initial expectations
• 2025E DRAM ASP Increase: 14% YoY, driven by limited production growth and healthy customer inventory levels
• HBM Pricing Premium: 6X compared to normal DRAM, with 70% gross margins for Micron

HBM Revenue Forecasts

• C25 HBM Revenue: $8.3 billion (up 690% YoY)
• C26 HBM Revenue: $13.2 billion (up 59% YoY)
• Micron's HBM Market Share: Expected to reach 20% by 4Q25

NAND Pricing and ASP

• 2025E NAND ASP Decline: 5% YoY, due to weak consumer demand
• 2Q25 NAND ASP Increase: 5% QoQ
• 3Q25 NAND ASP: Flat
• 4Q25 NAND ASP: 2% decline

Key Drivers and Risks

Positive Drivers

• DRAM Pricing Rebound: Expected to continue into 2025
• AI Exposure: Micron's involvement in AI applications is a key growth driver
• HBM Demand: Strong demand for HBM, with Samsung expected to enter the market in 1H26

Risks

• Supply/Demand Imbalance: Excess supply or demand can impact pricing and estimates
• Pricing Pressure: If competitors lower prices, it may reduce Micron's profitability
• Capacity Expansion: Increased capacity may lead to lower pricing if demand does not meet expectations
• Competition: Micron faces competition from Samsung, SK Hynix, Toshiba, and Western Digital

Company Overview

• Position: #3 global supplier of DRAM, #5 supplier of NAND
• Location: Boise, Idaho
• Employees: ~43,000 globally
• Operations: Vertically integrated with wafer fabrication in the US, Japan, Singapore, and Taiwan, and assembly/test in China, Malaysia, Puerto Rico, and Singapore
• Major Customers: PC/data center OEMs, handset makers, and supply partners
• Revenue Mix: ~73% from DRAM

Investment Strategy and Outlook

• Rating: Buy
• Target Price: $130.00 (up from $110.00)
• Expected Share Price Return: 22.3%
• Expected Dividend Yield: 0.4%
• Expected Total Return: 22.7%
• Market Cap: $118,787 million

Catalyst Watch and Short-Term View

• Catalyst Watch: Track changes in short-term catalysts affecting Micron
• Short-Term View: Monitor short-term market dynamics and price movements

Analysts and Contact Information

• Christopher Danely (AC): +1-415-951-1885, christopher.danely@citi.com
• Kelsey Chia: +1-415-951-1791, kelsey.chia@citi.com
• James Bowlin: +1-415-951-1790, james.bowlin@citi.com

Disclosure and Certification

• Analyst Certification: All analysts are certified to ensure the accuracy and independence of their views
• Important Disclosures: Citigroup or its affiliates has acted as manager or co-manager of an offering of securities of Micron in the past 12 months

This summary highlights the key financial expectations, market dynamics, and investment rationale for Micron Technology Inc as of June 5, 2025.