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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#110
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Machinery
$223.7B
Timothy M. Archer
Lam Research Corporation designs, manufactures, markets, refurbishes, and services semiconductor processing equipment used in the fabrication of integrated circuits. The company sells its products and services to semiconductors industry in the United States, China, Europe, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and internationally.
Headcount
17.7K
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = LRCX ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$LRCX LAM RESEARCH CORP | 69 | 79 | 62 | 90 | 49.9x | 40.5x | 59.8% | 28.3% | 49.9% | 33.9% | 29.2% | 22.1% | 0.7% | 111.0x | $223.7B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
LAM RESEARCH CORP (LRCX) receives a "Buy" rating with a composite score of 69.4/100. It ranks #110 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 4-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Outperforming peers — winners tend to keep winning over 3-12 months
Trading at a discount to fundamentals — favorable entry valuation
High profitability & efficiency — strong quality floor supports entry
Average volatility — neutral timing signal
Moderate investment profile
Top-rated overall — multiple factors aligned for strong entry
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
Projection based on user-defined inputs. Re-calculated daily against current market data.
Reverse DCF Framework — Mauboussin Methodology
Institutional-grade Reverse DCF analysis. This model identifies the growth hurdles embedded in current market prices. When implied growth is significantly lower than historical or projected rates, a margin of safety may exist. Re-audited daily.
No analyst ratings for LRCX.
View All RatingsROE proxy 59.8% (sector -1.9%)
GM 50% vs sector 44%, OM 34% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover N/A, R&D intensity 10.8%
Rev growth 22%, 11yr history
Interest coverage N/A
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
Profit generated per dollar of shareholder equity
Efficiency of asset utilization
Pricing power and cost efficiency
Core business profitability
Bottom-line profitability
The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate LAM RESEARCH CORP (LRCX) as a Buy with a composite score of 69.4/100 at a current price of $244.90. The stock scores above average across the majority of our quantitative factors and ranks #110, reflecting a favorable risk-reward profile.
LAM RESEARCH CORP holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 69.4/100 places it at rank #110 in our full universe.
The near-term outlook is constructive, with revenue growing at 22% and momentum in the 90th percentile confirming positive market sentiment. The combination of strong top-line growth and favorable price dynamics suggests the company is executing well on its growth strategy.
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Gross margins of 50% signal strong pricing power.
Returns on equity of 59.8% exceed cost of capital.
Positive momentum indicates institutional accumulation.
Elevated P/E ratio of 49.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Leverage of 111% D/E amplifies downside risk.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
LAM RESEARCH CORP represents a buy based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
LAM RESEARCH CORP receives a Buy rating with a composite score of 69.4/100 and 4 out of 5 stars, ranking #110 of 7,333 stocks in our universe. LRCX displays a favorable combination of factors that positions it above the majority of the market. While not without risk, the quantitative profile supports a constructive outlook.
LRCX earns a quality score of 79/100, indicating above-average business quality. The company reports a return on equity of 59.8% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 49.9% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of 29.2% (sector avg: 1.0%). Companies in this tier generally demonstrate consistent profitability and efficient capital deployment, though they may face some competitive pressure.
LRCX's value score of 62/100 indicates the stock is fairly valued based on its current fundamentals. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 49.91x, an EV/EBITDA of 40.53x, a P/B ratio of 29.82x. At this level, neither a clear bargain nor overpriced, the stock's attractiveness depends more on forward growth expectations and qualitative factors.
LAM RESEARCH CORP's investment score of 38/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of 22.1% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of 28.3% (sector: 0.9%). While this can be positive for mature, cash-generative businesses returning capital to shareholders, it may also signal a lack of growth opportunities or management conservatism.
LAM RESEARCH CORP (LRCX) is exhibiting exceptional momentum with a score of 90/100, placing it among the strongest trending stocks in the market. Revenue growth stands at 22.1% year-over-year, while a beta of 1.95 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Stocks with momentum scores this high have historically outperformed over the following 3–12 months, suggesting LRCX may continue to benefit from strong institutional interest and positive price trends.
With a stability score of 55/100, LRCX exhibits average financial resilience. Key stability metrics include a beta of 1.95 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 111.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). While the balance sheet is not a major concern, the stock is subject to typical market volatility and may experience sharper drawdowns during risk-off episodes.
LRCX carries a short interest score of 63/100, indicating moderate short selling activity. This is a neutral reading — not enough to signal systemic bearishness, but worth monitoring. Specific risk factors include high market sensitivity (beta: 1.95), elevated leverage (D/E: 111.00x). At $223.7B market cap (mega-cap), LAM RESEARCH CORP offers reasonable institutional liquidity.
LRCX offers a modest dividend yield of 0.7%. While the income contribution is relatively small, even a small dividend signals management's commitment to shareholder returns and can serve as a signal of financial discipline.
LAM RESEARCH CORP is a mega-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #110 of 7,333 overall (98th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 59.8% exceeding the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of 33.9% above the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
Quant Factor Profile
Key factor gap
Momentum (90) vs Investment (38) — closing this gap could shift the rating.
EV/EBITDA 254% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 3245% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 13% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
About LARAMIDE RESOURCES LTD N/A LAM operates in the led by CEO N/A. The $223.7B question: What happens when a company this good becomes this expensive? In the rarefied air of Silicon Valley valuations, LAM RESEARCH CORP sits at a peculiar crossroads. The company that once defined an era now finds itself redefining another — and investors are paying a premium for the privilege of coming along. At $223.7B in market capitalization, LAM RESEARCH CORP (LRCX) currently ranks #40 in our quant
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