Rambus Inc.

NasdaqGS:RMBS Stock Report

Market Cap: US$14.1b

Rambus Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 3/6

Rambus has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 45.5%, while the Semiconductor industry saw earnings growing at 3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 18.1% per year. Rambus's return on equity is 16.5%, and it has net margins of 31.9%.

Key information

45.45%

Earnings growth rate

45.54%

EPS growth rate

Semiconductor Industry Growth27.66%
Revenue growth rate18.07%
Return on equity16.51%
Net Margin31.89%
Last Earnings Update31 Mar 2026

Recent past performance updates

Analysis Article 23h

Why Rambus' (NASDAQ:RMBS) Earnings Are Better Than They Seem

Despite posting healthy earnings, Rambus Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:RMBS ) stock has been quite weak. We have done some analysis...

Recent updates

Analysis Article 23h

Why Rambus' (NASDAQ:RMBS) Earnings Are Better Than They Seem

Despite posting healthy earnings, Rambus Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:RMBS ) stock has been quite weak. We have done some analysis...
New Narrative May 01

Future AI Memory Demand Will Expose Execution Risks And Pressure Long Term Earnings

Catalysts About Rambus Rambus develops memory interface chips and silicon IP that support data movement and security in data center and AI hardware. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update Apr 24

RMBS: AI Memory IP Execution Risk Will Limit Future Upside

Rambus' analyst price target shifts approximately $3 higher to $122, as analysts factor in updated fair value estimates, a slightly lower discount rate, and a modestly higher future P/E assumption while keeping revenue growth and profit margin expectations broadly consistent. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Rambus has featured lower price targets, even as the latest blended target moves to about $122.
New Narrative Apr 17

AI Hardware Memory Demand Will Drive Powerful Long Term Earnings Potential

Catalysts About Rambus Rambus provides high performance chips and silicon IP that support memory, interconnect and security functions in data center and AI hardware. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update Apr 08

RMBS: AI Memory IP And Steady Long Term Assumptions Will Support Upside

Rambus’ consensus analyst price target has been reduced by a single digit dollar amount, as analysts factor in recent target cuts from Evercore ISI and Susquehanna, along with a new bullish initiation at William Blair that supports steady long term assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts initiating coverage highlight a constructive view on Rambus’ long term fair value, indicating that current pricing is still seen as reasonable relative to their internal assumptions.
Seeking Alpha Apr 07

Rambus: A Leveraged Play On The AI Memory Bottleneck

Summary Rambus Inc. (RMBS) is positioned as a leveraged play on AI-driven memory subsystem complexity, benefiting from both product and IP licensing businesses. RMBS holds a 40% market share in DDR5 RCDs and targets 20% in PMICs, capitalizing on the memory supercycle and rising DRAM prices. The hybrid business model balances high-margin, recurring IP licensing with rapidly scaling, lower-margin memory interface chips, supporting financial resilience. Risks include significant customer and geographic concentration, as well as operational challenges from transitioning to a more product-centric business. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Mar 25

RMBS: AI Memory IP And Steady P E View Will Support Upside

Analysts trimmed their price targets on Rambus by $7 and $10, respectively, while keeping long term growth and profitability assumptions broadly intact. This reflects a more measured view on the stock's valuation rather than a shift in its fundamental outlook.
Narrative Update Mar 11

RMBS: AI Memory Roadmap And Steady P E Assumptions Will Drive Upside

Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Rambus, with recent cuts of $7 and $10 balanced by a new bullish initiation. This has led to only modest tweaks in discount rate and future P/E assumptions, rather than a wholesale shift in the overall valuation view.
Narrative Update Feb 25

RMBS: P/E Reset Will Set Up Future AI Upside Potential

Rambus' analyst fair value estimate has nudged up by $1 to $118.88, as analysts refine their P/E assumptions and incorporate mixed but generally constructive recent research, including lower price targets from some firms alongside a fresh bullish initiation. Analyst Commentary Street research on Rambus has been mixed recently, with some analysts trimming price targets while others initiate with a positive stance.
Narrative Update Feb 10

RMBS: Mixed P/E Reset And Silicon IP Deals Will Shape AI Upside

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Rambus from US$120 to about US$117.88, citing updated views on growth, profitability, and a modestly adjusted future P/E multiple, as reflected in recent research moves at Evercore ISI, Susquehanna, and William Blair. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a mix of optimism and caution around Rambus, with fresh coverage and updated price targets offering both upside and risk factors for you to weigh.
Narrative Update Jan 27

RMBS: Silicon IP Acquisitions And Higher P/E Assumptions Will Shape AI Upside

Analysts have nudged their price target on Rambus higher to $120, citing updated assumptions on growth, profitability, and P/E that align with recently bullish research coverage. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the higher US$120 target as more in line with their updated P/E assumptions, suggesting they view current earnings power as underappreciated by the prior target level.
Analysis Article Jan 22

Rambus Inc.'s (NASDAQ:RMBS) P/E Is Still On The Mark Following 32% Share Price Bounce

Rambus Inc. ( NASDAQ:RMBS ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month, posting a...
Narrative Update Jan 09

RMBS: Silicon IP Acquisitions And Buybacks Will Support AI Demand Upside

Analysts have modestly lifted their price target on Rambus to US$120, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. These assumptions still support their prior fair value view.
Analysis Article Dec 29

We Like These Underlying Return On Capital Trends At Rambus (NASDAQ:RMBS)

If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. In a perfect world, we'd like to see...
Narrative Update Dec 15

RMBS: Data Center DRAM Leadership Will Drive AI Demand Upside Through 2027

Analysts have raised their price target on Rambus stock to $130 from $90, citing the company’s strengthening leadership in data center DRAM, accelerating AI-driven demand signals, and projections for robust revenue and free cash flow growth. Analyst Commentary Recent research notes highlight a constructive stance on Rambus, with multiple firms lifting price targets in response to the company’s role in the AI and data center memory ecosystem.
Analysis Article Dec 15

Does Rambus (NASDAQ:RMBS) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist?

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...
Analysis Article Dec 02

A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Rambus Inc. (NASDAQ:RMBS)

Key Insights The projected fair value for Rambus is US$89.60 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share...
Narrative Update Nov 30

RMBS: Data Center DRAM Demand Will Drive Share Price Momentum Through 2027

The analyst price target for Rambus has increased from $115.88 to $120.00. This change reflects analysts' positive outlook on the company's strong demand drivers, sustained data center growth, and robust free cash flow projections.
Narrative Update Nov 16

RMBS: Expanding Data Center Demand Will Drive Sustained Outperformance Through 2027

Rambus has seen its average analyst price target increase significantly. Figures now range from $114 to $130 per share, as analysts point to robust demand in data center DRAM and multiple growth catalysts supporting stronger revenue and earnings projections.
Narrative Update Nov 02

RMBS: Expanding Data Center Demand Will Drive Strong Share Price Momentum

Analysts have raised Rambus' fair value estimate from $103.50 to $115.88. They cite increased price targets based on robust revenue growth, strong profit margins, and sustained demand in the data center memory market.
Narrative Update Oct 18

Data Center And AI Trends Will Expand Memory Markets

The analyst fair value estimate for Rambus has increased from $100.38 to $103.50. Analysts cite rising price targets and strong demand drivers in memory markets and data centers as key factors supporting the company’s growth outlook.
Narrative Update Oct 04

Data Center And AI Trends Will Expand Memory Markets

Rambus’ analyst price target has increased significantly from $85.63 to $100.38. Analysts cite robust demand for data center DRAM, accelerating revenue growth prospects, and ongoing confidence in Rambus’ market leadership and strategic positioning.
Narrative Update Sep 16

Data Center And AI Trends Will Expand Memory Markets

Analysts have raised their price target for Rambus to $85.62, citing favorable industry dynamics, accelerating RDIMM growth, increased revenue diversification, and improving earnings consistency, all of which underpin stronger long-term earnings potential. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite multiple product revenue growth catalysts, particularly for the second half of fiscal 2026.
Analysis Article Sep 16

Earnings Tell The Story For Rambus Inc. (NASDAQ:RMBS) As Its Stock Soars 28%

Despite an already strong run, Rambus Inc. ( NASDAQ:RMBS ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 28% in the last...
Narrative Update Aug 29

Data Center And AI Trends Will Expand Memory Markets

Rambus's consensus price target has increased to $81.88, driven by growing confidence in revenue diversification, sustained financial outperformance, and raised EPS estimates following strong Q2 results. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see increased revenue diversification as a key driver, supporting steady beat-and-raise quarters.
Analysis Article Aug 25

There's Been No Shortage Of Growth Recently For Rambus' (NASDAQ:RMBS) Returns On Capital

What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? Amongst...
Analysis Article Jun 19

Shareholders Should Be Pleased With Rambus Inc.'s (NASDAQ:RMBS) Price

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 31.4x Rambus Inc. ( NASDAQ:RMBS ) may be sending very bearish signals at...
Analysis Article May 14

Is It Time To Consider Buying Rambus Inc. (NASDAQ:RMBS)?

While Rambus Inc. ( NASDAQ:RMBS ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a significant share price rise...
Seeking Alpha Nov 28

Rambus: Positioned For A Memory Revolution

Summary Rambus, despite past challenges, is now an appealing buy at 28x forward free cash flow, with over 5% of its market cap in cash. The company specializes in memory interface chips and chipsets, with strong growth driven by DDR5 adoption and data center demand. While revenue growth rates are erratic, Rambus' robust balance sheet and leading memory technologies offer a solid investment opportunity. Risks include cyclicality and competition, but the upside potential, supported by a cash-heavy balance sheet, outweighs these concerns. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Rambus makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

NasdaqGS:RMBS Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Mar 26721230119195
31 Dec 25708230115188
30 Sep 25678229113182
30 Jun 25645229110174
31 Mar 25605207106168
31 Dec 24557180104163
30 Sep 24518176102155
30 Jun 24478231101151
31 Mar 24465364103152
31 Dec 23461334108157
30 Sep 23461291109161
30 Jun 23468189109163
31 Mar 2347055110161
31 Dec 22455-14107159
30 Sep 22424-24100155
30 Jun 22393-2196151
31 Mar 22357-4592143
31 Dec 213281889136
30 Sep 21298089134
30 Jun 21274-1687132
31 Mar 21251-3787136
31 Dec 20246-4086140
30 Sep 20248-3389140
30 Jun 20248-3895148
31 Mar 20245-6697151
31 Dec 19228-8697157
30 Sep 19233-83102157
30 Jun 19235-170100159
31 Mar 19233-149100159
31 Dec 18231-15898158
30 Sep 18265-192108160
30 Jun 18304-80110153
31 Mar 18342-62113153
31 Dec 17393-23111149
30 Sep 1738910104148
30 Jun 173797105146
31 Mar 17361899137
31 Dec 16337795130
30 Sep 163162387117
30 Jun 1630020177111
31 Mar 1629620473111
31 Dec 1529621171111
30 Sep 1529220672114
30 Jun 152873072113

Quality Earnings: RMBS has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: RMBS's current net profit margins (31.9%) are lower than last year (34.2%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: RMBS has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 45.5% per year.

Accelerating Growth: RMBS's earnings growth over the past year (11%) is below its 5-year average (45.5% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: RMBS earnings growth over the past year (11%) exceeded the Semiconductor industry 10.6%.


Return on Equity

High ROE: RMBS's Return on Equity (16.5%) is considered low.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/07 09:09
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/07 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Sources

Rambus Inc. is covered by 18 analysts. 9 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Brett SimpsonArete Research Services LLP
James FontanelliArete Research Services LLP
Tristan GerraBaird