Why Are Micron Shares Trading Lower Today?

  • Micron Technology, Inc MU shares declined Friday morning over reports of China launching a cybersecurity review of its products.
  • China launched a cybersecurity review of Micron's export products to ensure the security of its information infrastructure supply chain, prevent network security risks and maintain national security, Bloomberg reports.
  • China's move will further escalate its tensions with the U.S. after it issued an embargo on the Asian counterpart over its access to cutting-edge semiconductor technology. The U.S. has also been canvassing its global allies to join its efforts.
  • U.S. sanctions proved a disaster for top Chinese chipmaker Huawei Technologies Co and could now weigh on ByteDance's popular app TikTok.
  • China's probe could jeopardize Micron's potential comeback after a rough stretch due to a steep drop in consumer demand that spurred Micron's customers to slash orders. 
  • In its Q2 report earlier this week, Micron issued a forecast for Q3 revenue of $3.7 billion, plus or minus $200 million, versus estimates of $3.7 billion.
  • Price Action: MU shares traded lower by 3.41% at $60.94 on the last check Friday.
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