Lam Research's 1.5B-Share Volume Falls 35.73% to 43rd Rank Amid Strong Q2 Earnings and 94.6% Institutional Stake Hike

On August 18, 2025, Lam Research (LRCX) traded with a volume of 1.5 billion shares, a 35.73% decline from the prior day, ranking 43rd in market activity. The stock closed down 0.63%, reflecting mixed institutional activity and recent earnings performance. Institutional investors, including Raymond James Financial Inc., increased their stake in LRCX by 94.6% during Q1, while others like First Citizens Bank & Trust Co. boosted holdings by 47.8%. These moves highlight renewed institutional confidence despite the recent price dip.

The company reported Q2 earnings of $1.33 per share, exceeding estimates by $0.12, and revenue rose 33.6% year-over-year to $5.17 billion. A quarterly dividend of $0.23 per share was declared, yielding 0.9% annually, with a payout ratio of 22.12%. Analyst ratings remain largely positive, with seven “buy” ratings and one “strong buy” from brokers, though TD Securities and Deutsche Bank adjusted their target prices downward or to “hold” in recent months.

Recent trading activity saw mixed institutional flows, with entities like Menora Mivtachim Holdings and Aberdeen Group reducing positions, while others, including E Fund Management and Tokio Marine Asset Management, increased stakes. Short-term volatility persists amid broader semiconductor sector dynamics, though LRCX’s strong financial metrics—58.17% return on equity and 29.07% net margin—support long-term resilience.

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