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1. Company Snapshot

1.a. Company Description

Lam Research Corporation designs, manufactures, markets, refurbishes, and services semiconductor processing equipment used in the fabrication of integrated circuits.The company offers ALTUS systems to deposit conformal films for tungsten metallization applications; SABRE electrochemical deposition products for copper interconnect transition that offers copper damascene manufacturing; SOLA ultraviolet thermal processing products for film treatments; and VECTOR plasma-enhanced CVD ALD products.It also provides SPEED gapfill high-density plasma chemical vapor deposition products; and Striker single-wafer atomic layer deposition products for dielectric film solutions.


In addition, the company offers Flex for dielectric etch applications; Kiyo for conductor etch applications; Syndion for through-silicon via etch applications; and Versys metal products for metal etch processes.Further, it provides Coronus bevel clean products to enhance die yield; Da Vinci, DV-Prime, EOS, and SP series products to address various wafer cleaning applications; and Metryx mass metrology systems for high precision in-line mass measurement in semiconductor wafer manufacturing.The company sells its products and services to semiconductors industry in the United States, China, Europe, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and internationally.


Lam Research Corporation was incorporated in 1980 and is headquartered in Fremont, California.

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1.b. Last Insights on LRCX

Breaking News: Lam Research Corporation shares fell 3.7% on Thursday following insider selling activity. The stock traded as low as $208.13 and last traded at $214.68. B. Metzler seel. Sohn and Co. AG lessened its holdings in Lam Research Corporation by 53.1% in the third quarter. In contrast, First Trust Advisors LP grew its position by 25.2% and Aptus Capital Advisors LLC by 663.6%. Lam Research Corporation was added to the S&P 100. Analysts at various firms have recommended buy, hold or sell.

1.c. Company Highlights

2. Lam Research Corporation's Record Revenues and Growth Outlook

Lam Research Corporation reported record revenues of $20.6 billion in 2025, up 27% year-over-year, with a gross margin of 49.9% and diluted earnings per share of $1.27, surpassing estimates of $1.17. In the December quarter, revenue was a record $5.34 billion, with gross margin, operating margin, and earnings per share all exceeding the high end of guidance. The company's strong performance was driven by strength in foundry, with investments at the leading edge and mature node spending in China, and record DRAM revenue.

Publication Date: Feb -01

📋 Highlights
  • 2025 Record Revenue:: Lam Research reported $20.6B revenue (up 27% YoY) with 49.9% gross margin and $4.89 EPS (up 49% YoY).
  • December Quarter Outperformance:: Revenue hit $5.34B, with gross margin, operating margin, and EPS exceeding high-end guidance.
  • 2026 WFE Guidance:: Expected $135B in wafer fab equipment (WFE), driven by AI, DRAM, and advanced packaging growth (+40% in advanced packaging).
  • Foundry Growth Acceleration:: Foundry revenue surged 100% YoY, fueled by leading-edge node spending in China and mature node investments.
  • China Revenue Shift:: China contributed 35% of December revenue (down from prior periods), with flat 2026 growth expected as global demand expands.

Segment Performance and Outlook

The company saw significant growth in its foundry business, driven by leading-edge foundries accelerating their roadmaps, particularly with the introduction of new technologies such as backside power and advanced packaging. On the DRAM side, the company sees growth driven by next-generation HBM, such as HBM4 with 16 layers, which requires more complex and advanced tooling, increasing wafer fab equipment content and growth. Lam Research expects to gain share in WFE, driven by technology transitions and new products.

Valuation and Pricing

With a P/E Ratio of 47.33, P/B Ratio of 28.99, and P/S Ratio of 14.18, Lam Research's valuation multiples indicate a premium pricing. The company's EV/EBITDA ratio is 39.0, suggesting a relatively high valuation. However, with a ROIC of 38.61% and ROE of 62.59%, the company's profitability metrics are strong, justifying some premium. The Dividend Yield is 0.42%, and Free Cash Flow Yield is 2.28%, indicating a relatively low return for income investors.

Guidance and Future Prospects

For 2026, Lam expects WFE to be in the $135 billion range, with growth driven by AI-driven markets, particularly in DRAM and leading-edge foundry logic. The company expects its overall advanced packaging business to grow more than 40% in 2026. Lam's product sales and support teams are executing to the accelerated pace of customer demand, with nearly 40 supplier awards in 2025. Analysts estimate next year's revenue growth at 24.0%, indicating a strong outlook for the company.

Supply Chain and Manufacturing

Lam Research's global manufacturing footprint provides flexibility to adjust production according to customer needs. The company does not foresee significant supply chain bottlenecks, having built a stronger and broader supply chain since the COVID-19 pandemic. Executives discussed their strategy for managing parts availability and scaling production to meet growing demand, expecting to build inventory in total dollar terms as the business grows.

Market Trends and Opportunities

The company expects growth in every quarter of 2026, with a second-half weighted year due to customer capacity additions. China's wafer fab equipment market is expected to be flat year-over-year, while Lam's revenue from China is anticipated to decline as a percentage of total revenue. Lam Research sees opportunities for growth from an etch and depth intensity perspective, with their tools well-positioned to benefit from advancing technology nodes.

3. NewsRoom

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IBM and Lam Research Announce Collaboration to Advance Sub-1nm Logic Scaling

Mar -10

Source: prnewswire.com

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Rep. David Taylor Sells Off Shares of International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:IBM)

Mar -10

Source: defenseworld.net

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Rep. David Taylor Purchases Shares of Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT)

Mar -10

Source: defenseworld.net

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Rep. David Taylor Sells Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ:FITB) Shares

Mar -10

Source: defenseworld.net

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Rep. David Taylor Sells Off Shares of Salesforce Inc. (NYSE:CRM)

Mar -10

Source: defenseworld.net

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Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Shares Acquired Rep. David Taylor

Mar -10

Source: defenseworld.net

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Parker-Hannifin (NYSE:PH) Shares Unloaded Rep. David Taylor

Mar -10

Source: defenseworld.net

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Prologis (NYSE:PLD) Shares Unloaded Rep. David Taylor

Mar -10

Source: defenseworld.net

4. Business Breakdown

4.a. Revenues by Country

4.b. Revenues by Segment

5. Expected revenues mid-term growth (11.00%)

6. Segments

Manufacturing and Servicing of Wafer Processing Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment

Expected Growth: 11.0%

Lam Research's wafer processing semiconductor manufacturing equipment growth (11.0%) is driven by increasing demand for advanced semiconductors, rising complexity of chip designs, and expansion of manufacturing capacity by semiconductor producers. The company's strong portfolio of innovative equipment solutions and growing market share also contribute to its growth.

7. Detailed Products

ETCH PRODUCTS

Lam Research's etch products are designed to remove material from a substrate, typically silicon, during the fabrication process. These tools use various etch techniques, including plasma-based etching, to create precise patterns on the substrate.

DEPOSITION PRODUCTS

Lam Research's deposition products are designed to deposit thin films of material onto a substrate, typically silicon, during the fabrication process. These tools use various deposition techniques, including chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD).

CLEANING PRODUCTS

Lam Research's cleaning products are designed to remove contaminants and impurities from substrates, typically silicon, during the fabrication process. These tools use various cleaning techniques, including wet cleaning and dry cleaning.

STRIP AND CURE PRODUCTS

Lam Research's strip and cure products are designed to remove photoresist and other organic materials from substrates, typically silicon, during the fabrication process. These tools use various strip and cure techniques, including plasma-based strip and cure.

8. Lam Research Corporation's Porter Forces

Forces Ranking

Threat Of Substitutes

The semiconductor industry is highly specialized, and Lam Research Corporation's products are crucial for the manufacturing of semiconductors. The threat of substitutes is low as customers rely heavily on Lam's equipment for their manufacturing processes.

Bargaining Power Of Customers

Lam Research Corporation's customers are primarily large semiconductor manufacturers. While they have some bargaining power due to their significant purchasing volumes, Lam's dominant position in the market and the critical nature of its equipment limit the customers' ability to negotiate aggressively.

Bargaining Power Of Suppliers

Lam Research Corporation has a diverse supplier base and is not heavily reliant on any single supplier. This reduces the bargaining power of suppliers, allowing Lam to maintain stable and favorable supply terms.

Threat Of New Entrants

The barriers to entry in the semiconductor equipment industry are high due to significant research and development costs, complex technology, and established relationships with customers. This makes it difficult for new entrants to compete effectively, reducing the threat to Lam Research Corporation.

Intensity Of Rivalry

The semiconductor equipment industry is highly competitive, with a few major players competing for market share. The competition is intense, with companies constantly innovating and improving their products to gain an edge over their rivals.

9. SWOT Analysis

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Weaknesses

Opportunities

Threats

10. Capital Structure

10.a. Balance Sheet

10.b. Weighted Average Cost of capital

Value
Debt Weight 36.85%
Debt Cost 4.33%
Equity Weight 63.15%
Equity Cost 12.14%
WACC 9.26%
Leverage 58.36%

11. Quality Control: Lam Research Corporation passed 8 out of 9 key points

12.a Historical Valuation

12.b Price/Earnings Ratio

12.c Margin Valuation

12.d Peers Valuation

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12.e Scoring Insights

12.f DCF BETA

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WACC

Target Price

215.23$

Current Price

215.23$

Potential

-0.00%

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