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Why Micron Technology Stock Soared 304% in the First Half of 2026 and Why There Might Be More to Come

The chipmaker continues to ride the coattails of AI adoption.

Why Micron Technology Stock Soared 304% in the First Half of 2026 and Why There Might Be More to Come

Published July 14, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

Shares of Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) had a blistering run during the first six months of 2026, with shares soaring 304%, according to data provided by S&P Global Market Intelligence. That's more than 30x the 10% gains of the S&P 500.

While some artificial intelligence (AI) stocks have pulled back this year, Micron rallied in the first half before taking a breather. Strong demand for the company's flash memory and storage chips, coupled with limited supply, has sent prices soaring.

Details

Let's look at the company's results and recent developments that suggest there could be more to come for the chipmaker.

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Originally published at www.fool.com.

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