Micron Technology is positioned for growth in 2026 due to rising demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) driven by the AI boom, with strong Q1 revenue and margin expansion. The stock appears undervalued with a potential upside of around 13%, making it a promising value play, though cyclical memory demand and competition pose risks.
The article highlights three Vanguard growth ETFs—Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF, Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF, and Vanguard Information Technology ETF—that have historically outperformed the S&P 500 and could potentially do so in the future, especially if the tech sector continues to thrive. These funds offer higher return prospects but come with increased volatility, making them suitable for long-term investors willing to accept higher risk for greater rewards.
Evercore ISI predicts US stocks could rise another 20% by the end of 2026, driven by excitement around artificial intelligence, with the S&P 500 potentially reaching 7,750 points next year and 9,000 in a bullish scenario, reflecting a technological revolution boosting earnings and societal progress.