Micron Technology stock drops 4.61% as sellers struggle near $1,123 support

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Micron Technology drops 4.61% today

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Micron Technology achieved record fiscal Q3 2026 revenue of $41.46 billion, soaring 346% year over year, driven by robust AI memory demand.
Gross margins hit 84.9% with adjusted EPS of $25.11, surpassing consensus by over 20%, as long-term agreements secure $220 billion in customer deposits and a future $1 trillion revenue floor.
Despite strong fundamentals, shares face selling pressure as technicals signal mixed momentum; MU/USD is forecast to consolidate between $1,031 and $1,267 with a 71% probability of upward movement.

Earnings beat and long-term deals counter growth-driven selling pressure

Micron Technology posted record fiscal Q3 2026 revenue of $41.46 billion, representing a 346% increase year over year, as reported by Seekingalpha. This surge in sales reflects structural demand growth for AI-driven memory products and translated into Q3 gross margins of 84.9% alongside adjusted earnings per share of $25.11, exceeding consensus estimates by more than 20%. Beyond earnings, the company has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share and entered into 16 long-term customer agreements securing $220 billion in deposits and setting a $1 trillion revenue floor for future years, as noted by Kucoin, though price action has remained under broader selling pressure.

Momentum signals conflict as neutral indicators meet strong buy divergence

On the hourly chart, MU is trading above the MA-20 at $1,148 and MA-50 at $1,124, with long-term support provided by the MA-200 at $420. The Ichimoku Kijun level at $1,123 now represents immediate support. Bull/Bear Power and the Commodity Channel Index are neutral, while the Average Directional Index remains constructive. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 50.09, indicating a neutral stance, whereas the Stochastic RSI and Bull/Bear Power highlight oversold conditions intraday. The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) points to strong buy momentum, creating a divergence where bullish trend signals are offset by ongoing price weakness and volatility.

Consolidation favored amid breakout and breakdown risks

Over the next 2–3 trading days, MU is likely to trade within a range of $1,031 to $1,267. The scenario with the highest probability (71%) is for price consolidation inside this corridor. If MU decisively breaks above resistance, further upside is possible. However, a drop below immediate support at $1,123 could expose the stock to lower targets within the expected volatility band.

Anton Kharitonov, expert at Traders Union, believes that Micron Technology's historic revenue growth and strong margin performance signal solid underlying demand but do not eliminate the risk from recent volatility. He sees neutral technicals and oversold intraday signals, yet persistent selling pressure clouds the immediate outlook. The $1,123 support is critical — if breached, the stock could see further downside. "Until MU establishes a resilient base above key supports, I remain on the sidelines and watch for confirmation before taking action."

Earlier, analysts noted that unprecedented demand for AI-focused memory products had propelled Micron Technology's financial performance and stock gains, despite ongoing supply constraints in the broader industry. The latest trading action and record Q3 results underscore persistent volatility, suggesting traders should monitor Micron's ability to maintain support above $1,123 as consolidation within the $1,031–$1,267 range unfolds in the days ahead.

Source of Data: MU Price Analysis by TU

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