What Is Lam Research Corporation (LRCX) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Lam Research Corporation's intrinsic value is estimated at $104.69, suggesting the stock is overvalued at its current price of $329.92. With 12 out of 13 models flagging downside (-68.3% average return), the market may be pricing in unsustainable growth. Notably, PWERM sees the most upside at +16.7% (fair value: $384.94), while Dynamic NAV is the most conservative at -98.9% ($3.63). The spread between these extremes — +115.6% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions. Among models with highest confidence, EPV lean bearish — adding weight to the bearish side of the thesis.
What Do the Models Say About LRCX?
13 of 13 models are currently active for LRCX. Of these, 1 model suggests upside while 12 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates LRCX's intrinsic value at $55.25, implying -83.3% downside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does LRCX Rank in Special Industry Machinery, NEC?
Among 11 Special Industry Machinery, NEC stocks, LRCX ranks #2 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 10.0/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 10.0 places LRCX in the top tier.
As a manufacturing company, Lam Research Corporation operates in a sector where margin expansion trajectory is a critical driver of valuation. Investors evaluating LRCX should weigh these sector-specific dynamics alongside our model-derived fair values.
Is LRCX a Value Trap?
The Value Trap algorithm is not active for LRCX. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
13 of 13 models are active for Lam Research Corporation. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi 32-factor quality framework, Lam Research Corporation's fundamental quality profile registers 10.0/10. This exceptional score captures the company's profitability depth, growth consistency, balance sheet resilience, and shareholder return track record.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +115.6% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every LRCX valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across LRCX's 13 active models, average confidence is 44%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →