Micron stock climbs as CEO highlights AI demand for memory

CNBC
2026.01.16 17:55
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Micron's stock surged 6% as CEO Sanjay Mehrotra emphasized the growing demand for memory driven by AI. The company plans to invest $200 billion in expanding production capacity in the U.S., including new facilities in Idaho and New York. With a 52% increase in stock over the past month, Micron anticipates continued tightness in memory supply, projecting a 55% price rise for memory components in Q1. The demand from major tech firms like Nvidia and Google is expected to sustain industry growth through 2027.