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Summary

Lattice Semiconductor is entering a new growth phase, driven by accelerating data center demand and strategic expansion beyond niche FPGAs.

I initiate a Buy rating, citing rising FPGA attach rates, higher ASPs, and the transformative AMI acquisition, which doubles LSCC's SAM and enhances platform capabilities.

LSCC's I&E segment is recovering from destocking, posting 36% YoY growth, with edge AI applications providing further upside.

Despite a 46.1x FY2026 P/E, LSCC's premium is justified by a $1B run rate, a >40% targeted revenue CAGR to 2030, and conservative consensus estimates.

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Introduction

While FPGAs have generally received less attention as an AI beneficiary, Lattice Semiconductor's (LSCC) Q2 2026 results show that the company is becoming an integral part of the data center buildout.…