Patron Partners LLC purchased a new position in Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MU – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 2,763 shares of the semiconductor manufacturer’s stock, valued at approximately $3,189,000. Micron Technology makes up 1.2% of Patron Partners LLC’s portfolio, making the stock its 17th biggest holding.
A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the business. High Note Wealth LLC grew its stake in shares of Micron Technology by 65.4% in the 4th quarter. High Note Wealth LLC now owns 86 shares of the semiconductor manufacturer’s stock worth $25,000 after purchasing an additional 34 shares during the last quarter. Kohmann Bosshard Financial Services LLC acquired a new stake in Micron Technology during the first quarter valued at approximately $27,000. Bayban acquired a new stake in Micron Technology during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $29,000. Luken Investment Analytics LLC bought a new stake in Micron Technology during the fourth quarter worth approximately $31,000. Finally, WealthCollab LLC boosted its holdings in Micron Technology by 4,500.0% during the second quarter. WealthCollab LLC now owns 276 shares of the semiconductor manufacturer’s stock worth $34,000 after buying an additional 270 shares in the last quarter. 80.84% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Micron Technology Stock Up 2.8%
Shares of NASDAQ:MU opened at $958.73 on Tuesday. The firm has a 50 day simple moving average of $946.58 and a 200 day simple moving average of $721.17. Micron Technology, Inc. has a 52 week low of $114.25 and a 52 week high of $1,255.00. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.05, a quick ratio of 2.98 and a current ratio of 3.42. The company has a market cap of $1.08 trillion, a PE ratio of 21.71 and a beta of 2.19.
Micron Technology Announces Dividend
The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Tuesday, July 21st. Stockholders of record on Monday, July 6th were issued a dividend of $0.15 per share. The ex-dividend date was Monday, July 6th. This represents a $0.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.1%. Micron Technology’s payout ratio is currently 1.36%.
Analyst Ratings Changes
Several research analysts have issued reports on MU shares. Wedbush lifted their price target on shares of Micron Technology from $1,300.00 to $1,400.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Thursday, June 25th. Mizuho reduced their price objective on Micron Technology from $1,375.00 to $1,300.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research note on Tuesday, August 25th. Royal Bank Of Canada lifted their target price on Micron Technology from $1,200.00 to $1,500.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a report on Thursday, June 25th. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft boosted their target price on Micron Technology from $1,500.00 to $1,550.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Thursday, June 25th. Finally, Seaport Research Partners reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of Micron Technology in a research report on Friday, August 14th. Four investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirty-one have assigned a Buy rating and three have given a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has an average rating of “Buy” and an average price target of $1,295.63.
View Our Latest Stock Analysis on MU
Micron Technology News Summary
Here are the key news stories impacting Micron Technology this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Investor optimism is being driven by expectations that hyperscalers are committing billions of dollars through supply and capacity agreements, potentially giving Micron more predictable cash flow and reducing the historical cyclicality of its memory business. AI-related demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) and next-generation “agentic AI” infrastructure is viewed as a major growth catalyst. Micron: Hyperscalers Bought The Fab, Bears Bought Fairy Tales
- Positive Sentiment: Several reports characterize MU as attractive after its pullback from the June peak. Technical analysts point to long-term trend support, while bullish investors cite a low forward earnings multiple relative to projected revenue growth and rising memory prices. A break above roughly $971 could improve momentum and open the possibility of a move toward $1,057. Micron Stock Flashing Intriguing Buy the Dip Signal
- Positive Sentiment: Government and industry attention is also supportive: President Trump called Micron one of the world’s “hottest” companies and highlighted its planned $10 billion research investment, reinforcing expectations for U.S. semiconductor support and long-term AI infrastructure spending. Trump Praises Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, Calls Micron One of the World’s Hottest Companies
- Neutral Sentiment: Momentum has weakened below the $971 breakout level, leaving the stock vulnerable to another failed breakout even though it remains above longer-term support. Investors are also awaiting fiscal fourth-quarter results on September 30 for confirmation that elevated memory pricing and AI demand are translating into sustainable earnings. Micron Is Stuck Below $971
- Negative Sentiment: China’s CXMT has reportedly begun producing small quantities of HBM3E and is advancing in smartphone memory, raising concerns about future pricing pressure, market-share losses and supply shocks. Potential semiconductor tariffs could likewise increase costs for AI customers and complicate Micron’s expansion plans. Micron Under Threat as China’s CXMT Delivers Cutting-Edge Chip
- Negative Sentiment: Risks include heavy capital spending, elevated insider selling and the possibility that memory deflation, technological substitution or stronger competition after 2027 could compress margins and reduce MU’s valuation multiple.
Insider Activity
In other Micron Technology news, EVP April S. Arnzen sold 40,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, July 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $1,083.94, for a total transaction of $43,357,600.00. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 85,737 shares in the company, valued at approximately $92,933,763.78. This trade represents a 31.81% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, Director Lynn A. Dugle sold 1,300 shares of Micron Technology stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, June 30th. The shares were sold at an average price of $1,150.43, for a total value of $1,495,559.00. Following the transaction, the director directly owned 17,728 shares in the company, valued at approximately $20,394,823.04. This trade represents a 6.83% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Insiders sold 177,204 shares of company stock valued at $182,156,264 in the last ninety days. Corporate insiders own 0.24% of the company’s stock.
About Micron Technology
Micron Technology, Inc is a global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures memory and storage solutions. Its product portfolio includes dynamic random-access memory (DRAM), NAND flash memory, solid-state drives (SSDs), memory modules and embedded memory solutions for a wide range of computing and electronic devices. Micron supplies components used in data centers, enterprise and cloud infrastructure, client computing, mobile devices, automotive systems and industrial applications, and also markets consumer-facing products under the Crucial brand.
Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Boise, Idaho, Micron has grown into an international manufacturer with research, development and production facilities across multiple regions.
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