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Micron Is the Best-Performing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock of the Past Year -- Up 318%. Can It Keep Going in 2026?

Micron's stock surges 318% amid AI demand.

Micron Technology has emerged as the top-performing AI stock over the past year, with its shares skyrocketing by 318%. This remarkable growth is fueled by soaring memory prices, largely due to heightened demand from AI data centers. As the company continues to benefit from a favorable pricing environment, investors are keen to see if this momentum will carry into 2026.

Key Takeaways

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    Micron's revenue is boosted by a 70% increase in DRAM prices expected in Q2 2026.

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    The company accounts for 80% of its revenue from DRAM chips, crucial for data centers.

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    Analysts predict Micron's earnings will rise to $35 per share in 2026.

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Micron Is the Best-Performing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock of the Past Year -- Up 318%. Can It Keep Going in 2026? | Trace