Lam Research (LRCX) Jumps on Morgan Stanley Upgrade: Is the AI Wafer-Equipment Rally Running Hot or Just Getting Started?
Lam Research shares rose about 2% to $158 Tuesday after Morgan Stanley raised its price target to $158, maintaining an “Equal-Weight” rating. The stock has more than doubled in 2025, reaching a market cap near $200 billion. Short interest and cautious options activity have increased. Analyst targets now cluster near current prices, with few outright bearish calls.