Lam Research Corp.

(NASDAQ:LRCX) stock climbed nearly 7% on Thursday as investors poured into semiconductor equipment stocks during a broad technology rally.

The Nasdaq gained 1.51%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.68%.

Lam Research also received fresh analyst support on Thursday, further boosting sentiment.

Mizuho maintained its Outperform rating and raised its price forecast to $400 from $380, while TD Cowen maintained its Buy rating and lifted its price forecast to $400 from $340.