QM · rank #17 · 2026-07-27
LRCX
NASDAQ · $383.63B (USD)
The exact numbers the algorithm saw.
| Momentum 12-1 Return from 12 months ago to 1 month ago. | +291.89% |
|---|---|
| ROE TTM Return on equity, trailing 12 months. | +66.8% |
| Profit margin Net profit margin, trailing 12 months. | +30.9% |
| Market cap (USD) Size filter: > $500M required. | $383.63B |
| Anchor (recent) Close on 2026-06-26 | $379.09 |
| Anchor (far) Close on 2025-06-27 | $96.73 |
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Summary
LRCX is a leading wafer fab equipment supplier in etch, deposition, and advanced packaging, with a growing installed-base service stream tied to AI, HBM, and memory/foundry demand.
Rationale
The signal fits a quality-momentum profile because Lam combines strong 12-1 momentum with very high ROE and margins, while recent results showed record revenue/profitability and continued AI-led guidance support.
Material risks
- 1Heavy exposure to China capex and tighter U.S. export controls could materially reduce orders and interrupt the recent growth run.
- 2Customer concentration in a few large memory and foundry accounts leaves Lam vulnerable if a key customer reallocates spend, insources capability, or shifts process tool share.
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