Why Investors Are Disappointed With Micron's Earnings Report

Why Investors Are Disappointed With Micron's Earnings Report

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The video discusses Micron's disappointing future forecast and gross margin expectations, despite a slight revenue increase. Analysts were optimistic about NAND and DRAM prices, but recent earnings suggest this optimism may have been premature. Trade tensions and tariffs, particularly with China, pose significant challenges for Micron, which derives a large portion of its revenue from China. Despite these challenges, the broader chip industry shows resilience, with significant gains in the technology sector compared to major indices.

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Discuss the significance of the gross margin guidance provided by Micron for the first quarter of 2020.

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What factors contributed to the resilience of the broader chip industry despite Micron's challenges?

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