Lam Research Corporation (LRCX) — closed signal from December 2, 2025
Target reached Published before the outcome was known, scored automatically when the window closed on March 2, 2026 — +46.3% at the close.
Predicted vs. what happened
What happened
Reached its target in 31 days.
The thesis — published December 2, 2025
Lam is a top maker of machines used to build chips. The chip industry is forecast to grow toward $1 trillion by 2026, and investors are focused on AI-related chip names. Shares pulled back and have calmed after a big run, so it's a sensible way to get AI-capex exposure on dips, though it's pricier than some peers like Micron.
Primary drivers
- Key maker of etch and deposition tools for major chip fabs.
- Industry forecast points to years of factory spending.
- Shares settled into a steadier range after a big rise.
- Tailwinds from AI and memory demand, but valuation is rich.
How it played out
LRCX: target reached in 31 days
Lyra published LRCX at $157.92 on December 2, 2025, with expected growth of 15% and a target of $181.30. The thesis pointed to Lam's role in etch and deposition tools for major chip fabs, years of factory spending, a steadier share range after a big rise, and demand tied to artificial intelligence and memory. It also noted rich valuation.
Inside the window, the stock reached the target in 31 days. It later peaked at $256.68 on February 25, 2026, with a peak gain of 62.5%. It ended the window at $231. The published thesis played out.
What happened during the window
On January 28, 2026, Investor's Business Daily reported that Lam Research beat fiscal second-quarter targets and guided above views for the current period.
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