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Micron Reports After the Bell: Can the AI Memory Boom Keep Beating a Very High Bar?

Wall Street is heading into the close on Wednesday with two things on its mind: the Fed's favorite inflation gauge and Micron Technology. According to Bloomberg, US stocks paused ahead of both, with the inflation data key for interest rates and Micron's report key for the AI trade. Micron reports fiscal fourth-quarter results after the closing bell, and a big move in either direction could ripple into Asian chip stocks when markets open in the morning. The Numbers, Verified Across Sources What Micron guided (SEC filing): For the quarter ending in August, Micron told investors to expect revenue of $50 billion, give or take $1 billion, non-GAAP earnings of $31 per share, give or take $1, and a gross margin of about 86%. What analysts expect (Alphastreet, 33 analysts): Consensus sits at $31.56 per share on $51.20 billion in revenue, slightly above the top half of Micron's own guidance range. Estimates are wide, running from $28.04 to $37.44 per share for earnings and from...

Best SIP Plan for a Salary of ₹25,000 Per Month: A Beginner’s Guide

INTRODUCTION If you are new to SIP, it helps to understand what SIP is and why many beginners start with small amounts. People earning around ₹25,000 per month often feel confused when it comes to investing. Daily expenses, rent, bills, and family responsibilities make it difficult to save large amounts. A common question many beginners ask is whether SIP investing makes sense at this income level or if it should be postponed until salary increases. The reality is that SIP is actually well-suited for people in this income range. Let’s understand this with a simple and realistic numerical example . Suppose a person earning ₹25,000 per month decides to start a SIP of ₹2,000 per month . This amount is small enough to manage comfortably while still leaving room for daily expenses and emergency savings. Over one year, the total investment becomes ₹24,000 . If the same SIP is continued for 10 years , the total invested amount becomes ₹2,40,000 . With long-term investing and average market gr...

Is SIP Better Than FD for Middle-Class Families?

INTRODUCTION If you are new to SIP, it helps to understand what SIP is and how it works for beginners. Middle-class families often look for investment options that are safe, simple, and reliable. Fixed Deposits have traditionally been a popular choice because they feel secure and easy to understand. However, many people now wonder whether SIP can be a better option than FD for long-term financial goals. This confusion is common, especially for families who want growth but are also concerned about safety. Let’s understand this with a simple numerical example . Suppose a middle-class family invests ₹3,000 per month. In the case of an FD, if the family deposits a similar amount yearly and earns an average return of 6% , the growth remains slow and mostly linear. On the other hand, if the same ₹3,000 per month is invested through SIP and continued for 15 years , the total investment becomes ₹5,40,000 . With long-term market growth, the SIP investment can potentially grow much higher due ...