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Lam Research Q2 2026 results show AI-driven demand fueling margins, LM growth

Jul 29, 2026, 4:11 PM EDT3 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Strong quarterly beat, record margins, and hedged demand from AI-related manufacturing likely trigger near-term upside for LRCX, aided by improved cash generation and a favorable backlog. Historically, peer equipment makers have rallied on similar earnings strength when AI-driven spending is cited by management.

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Lam Research posted a June 2026 quarter with revenue of $6.72B, GAAP gross margin 51.7% and non-GAAP margin of 52.0%, along with GAAP EPS of $1.81 and non-GAAP EPS of $1.82. Cash rose to $5.60B and deferred revenue to $2.43B, supported by AI-driven demand for wafer-fabrication equipment and a favorable region mix (Taiwan 27%, China 26%, Korea 20%). The company’s outlook highlights ongoing outperformance in 2026, signaling continued strength in the semiconductor-equipment cycle that could lift LRCX shares in the near term.

Lam Q2 2026 revenue $6.72B; GAAP gross margin 51.7%, EPS $1.81.
Non-GAAP margins 52.0% and non-GAAP EPS $1.82; cash $5.60B.
Deferred revenue $2.43B; Japan shipments imply ~$490.2M future revenue.
Regional mix: Taiwan 27%, China 26%, Korea 20%; US 9%, Japan 9%.
Share count diluted at 1.255B; Lam repeats AI-driven demand tailwinds.

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