Chris Danely's questions to MICRON TECHNOLOGY (MU) leadership • Q2 2025
Question
Questioned why current gross margins are significantly lower than in a previous cycle with similar revenue levels, and asked for clarification on the commentary about improving product mix while also having increased consumer exposure.
Answer
The company attributed the lower margins primarily to the challenging NAND industry environment, which has weighed on profitability, while DRAM margins remain healthy. The "consumer exposure" refers to a strong rebound in demand from consumer-facing customers after an inventory correction, which, combined with HBM, is tightening supply and enabling price increases. The long-term strategy remains focused on shifting the mix to high-value solutions.