QUIK vs. MU

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

QUIK (QuickLogic Corporation) and MU (Micron Technology, Inc.) are both stocks. Both operate in the Semiconductors industry within the Technology sector. Over the past 10 years, QUIK returned 4.24%/yr vs 55.31%/yr for MU. At a 0.27 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

QUIK vs. MU - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in QuickLogic Corporation (QUIK) and Micron Technology, Inc. (MU). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, QUIK achieves a 231.70% return, which is significantly lower than MU's 268.67% return. Over the past 10 years, QUIK has underperformed MU with an annualized return of 4.24%, while MU has yielded a comparatively higher 55.31% annualized return.

QUIK

• 1D: -9.12%
• 1M: -0.87%
• YTD: 231.70%
• 6M: 206.69%
• 1Y: 237.88%
• 3Y*: 33.55%
• 5Y*: 22.59%
• 10Y*: 4.24%

MU

• 1D: -13.18%
• 1M: 40.05%
• YTD: 268.67%
• 6M: 281.02%
• 1Y: 763.60%
• 3Y*: 153.65%
• 5Y*: 68.00%
• 10Y*: 55.31%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

QUIK vs. MU - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
QUIK QuickLogic Corporation	231.70%	-46.81%	-18.47%	169.65%	0.59%	34.83%	-36.83%	-41.61%	-57.82%	25.18%
MU Micron Technology, Inc.	268.67%	240.24%	-0.96%	71.93%	-45.93%	24.21%	39.79%	69.49%	-22.84%	87.59%

Correlation

The correlation between QUIK and MU is 0.42, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.42
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.41
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.39
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.30
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Oct 18, 1999	0.27

The correlation between QUIK and MU shifts across timeframes, from 0.27 (all time) to 0.42 (1 year), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

Market Cap QUIK : $348.12M MU : $1.20T
EPS QUIK : -$0.90 MU : $21.26
PS Ratio QUIK : 22.65 MU : 20.53
PB Ratio QUIK : 14.35 MU : 16.55
Total Revenue (TTM) QUIK : $14.50M MU : $58.12B
Gross Profit (TTM) QUIK : $3.00M MU : $33.96B
EBITDA (TTM) QUIK : -$7.15M MU : $25.99B

Return for Risk

QUIK vs. MU — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

QUIK

QUIK Risk / Return Rank: 93
QUIK Sharpe Ratio Rank: 95
QUIK Sortino Ratio Rank: 91
QUIK Omega Ratio Rank: 88
QUIK Calmar Ratio Rank: 96
QUIK Martin Ratio Rank: 95

MU

MU Risk / Return Rank: 99
MU Sharpe Ratio Rank: 100
MU Sortino Ratio Rank: 99
MU Omega Ratio Rank: 98
MU Calmar Ratio Rank: 100
MU Martin Ratio Rank: 100

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

QUIK vs. MU - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for QuickLogic Corporation (QUIK) and Micron Technology, Inc. (MU). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	QUIK	MU	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	2.93	10.61	-7.67
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	3.21	5.86	-2.64
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.39	1.75	-0.36
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	7.82	25.47	-17.65
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	17.02	96.07	-79.05

QUIK vs. MU - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current QUIK Sharpe Ratio is 2.93, which is lower than the MU Sharpe Ratio of 10.61. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of QUIK and MU, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

QUIK vs. MU - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum QUIK drawdown since its inception was -99.59%, roughly equal to the maximum MU drawdown of -98.25%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for QUIK and MU.

Drawdown Indicators

	QUIK	MU	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-99.59%	-98.25%	-1.34%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-30.64%	-30.28%	-0.36%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-76.85%	-57.63%	-19.22%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-76.85%	-57.63%	-19.22%
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-93.28%	-57.63%	-35.65%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-96.32%	-13.18%	-83.14%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-91.61%	-58.13%	-33.48%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	14.04%	8.01%	+6.03%

Volatility

QUIK vs. MU - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for QuickLogic Corporation (QUIK) is 29.80%, while Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) has a volatility of 37.25%. This indicates that QUIK experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than MU based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	QUIK	MU	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	29.80%	37.25%	-7.45%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	61.98%	60.08%	+1.90%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	81.67%	72.72%	+8.95%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	68.70%	54.00%	+14.70%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	77.80%	50.44%	+27.36%

Dividends

QUIK vs. MU - Dividend Comparison

QUIK has not paid dividends to shareholders, while MU's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.05%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021
MU Micron Technology, Inc.	0.05%	0.16%	0.55%	0.54%	0.89%	0.21%
QUIK QuickLogic Corporation	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Financials

QUIK vs. MU - Profitability Comparison

The chart below illustrates the profitability comparison between QuickLogic Corporation and Micron Technology, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Gross Profit Margin, Operating Margin, and Net Profit Margin.

QUIK - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, QuickLogic Corporation reported a gross profit of 1.84M and revenue of 5.05M. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 36.5%.

MU - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Micron Technology, Inc. reported a gross profit of 17.75B and revenue of 23.86B. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 74.4%.

QUIK - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, QuickLogic Corporation reported an operating income of -2.11M and revenue of 5.05M, resulting in an operating margin of -41.7%.

MU - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Micron Technology, Inc. reported an operating income of 16.13B and revenue of 23.86B, resulting in an operating margin of 67.6%.

QUIK - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, QuickLogic Corporation reported a net income of -2.21M and revenue of 5.05M, resulting in a net margin of -43.7%.

MU - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Micron Technology, Inc. reported a net income of 13.79B and revenue of 23.86B, resulting in a net margin of 57.8%.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both QUIK and MU in my portfolio?

QUIK and MU have a correlation of 0.42, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, QUIK or MU?

MU has higher volatility (37.25%) compared to QUIK (29.80%). In terms of maximum drawdown, QUIK dropped -99.59% vs MU's -98.25%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

MU currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (10.61 vs 2.93), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.