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Western Digital vs Micron Technology — Stock Comparison

Western Digital Corporation (WDC) and Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) are compared using the latest available MacroLookup asset data, model ratings, valuation, profitability, growth and risk context.

Latest available data
Aug 12, 2026

Metric Comparison

Live DB snapshot
Metric WDC MU
Price $437.83 $868.13
Market Cap $150.95B $980.90B
Trailing P/E 18.04 19.62
Forward P/E 13.82 5.61
Profit Margin 72.9% 55.9%
Revenue Growth 43.8% 345.7%
ROE 130.9% 66.6%
Dividend Yield 14.0% 6.0%
Beta 2.22 2.21
Quant Score 71.9% 86.5%
ML Score 69.0% 73.0%

WDC vs MU Price Comparison

Indexed price performance from the stored MacroLookup analysis history. Both lines start at 100 so relative movement is easier to compare.

WDC MU
Indexed to 100 at first available point Latest stored snapshot

Visual Score Snapshot

Quant score
WDC
72%
MU
87%
ML score
WDC
69%
MU
73%
Growth
WDC
100%
MU
100%
Value
WDC
67%
MU
67%
Technical
WDC
N/A
MU
N/A

Comparison Notes

  • WDC currently screens cheaper on valuation.
  • WDC currently screens stronger on profitability.
  • MU currently screens stronger on growth.
  • WDC currently screens stronger on return on equity.
  • MU currently screens stronger on quant rating score.

This comparison is designed for research and screening. Review each Stock page, filings, news and risk metrics before making any decision.

Earnings And Growth Comparison

EPS, growth and cash generation
Metric WDC MU
EPS $24.28 $44.26
Forward EPS $31.70 $154.89
Earnings Growth 984.7% 1,368.5%
Quarterly Earnings Growth 1,033.0% 1,398.3%
Revenue Growth 43.8% 345.7%
Free Cash Flow $2.32B $7.64B

Price Vs Fair Value Comparison

Analyst target / stored fair-value proxy

WDC

Western Digital Corporation
51.2%
  • Market price$437.83
  • Fair value proxy$662.13
  • ReadBelow fair value proxy

MU

Micron Technology, Inc.
73.0%
  • Market price$868.13
  • Fair value proxy$1,501.98
  • ReadBelow fair value proxy

Moat And Quality Context

Margins, ROE and model quality

WDC

Stronger quality moat profile
90%
  • Profit margin72.9%
  • Gross margin48.9%
  • ROE130.9%
  • Quality score100%

MU

Stronger quality moat profile
100%
  • Profit margin55.9%
  • Gross margin72.6%
  • ROE66.6%
  • Quality score100%

FAQ

Which is better, WDC or MU?

The answer depends on investor priorities. WDC currently screens cheaper on valuation. MU currently screens stronger on growth. MU currently screens stronger on quant rating score.

Which has the stronger valuation profile?

WDC currently screens cheaper on valuation.

Which has better profitability?

WDC currently screens stronger on profitability.

Are WDC and MU in the same sector?

Yes. Both are currently classified in Technology, making peer comparison more useful.

How often is this comparison updated?

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Where can I see the full WDC and MU stock pages?

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