AI Chips Today - Legal Challenge Sparks Volatility Concerns for Micron Technology Investors

A recent class action lawsuit against Micron Technology, Inc. highlights alleged misleading statements related to the demand for its NAND products. According to the lawsuit, the company purportedly overstated market demand and the sustainability of interest in its semiconductor storage devices, leading to potential investor damages once the alleged inaccuracies became public. The Rosen Law Firm, representing the plaintiffs, emphasizes the March 10, 2025, deadline for interested parties to seek lead plaintiff status. This legal development underscores ongoing concerns and volatility in the AI chip sector, particularly for semiconductor manufacturers.

• Micron Technology (NasdaqGS:MU) last closed at $99.52 up 4%.

In other trading, Cambricon Technologies (SHSE:688256) was a notable mover up 5.6% and finishing the session at CN¥660.82. Meanwhile, Applied Materials (NasdaqGS:AMAT) trailed, down 8.2% to end trading at $169.20.

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• "ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Micron Technology, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – MU" from The Rosen Law Firm PA on GlobeNewswire (published 16 February 2025)

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