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LASR Stock Chart & Stats
$70.43
-$0.31(-2.73%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$70.43
-$0.31(-2.73%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$18.51 - $86.95
Previous CloseN/A
Volume81.96K
Average Volume (3M)1.27M
Market Cap
$3.71B
Enterprise Value$3.12K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$332.59M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$35.58M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.47
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS Estimate
0.14Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.30
Shares Outstanding56,408,710
10 Day Avg. Volume1,238,663
30 Day Avg. Volume1,273,713
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.26
Price to Book (P/B)8.43
Price to Sales (P/S)7.31
P/FCF Ratio155.34
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$91.80Price Target Upside30.34% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)0.52
Revenue Forecast (FY)$307.06M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improving Revenue & MarginsSustained revenue rebound and a material gross margin lift indicate durable improvement in core manufacturing economics driven by better product mix and scale. If maintained, higher product margins support long-term profitability and reduce sensitivity to volume swings.
Strong Cash Generation & LiquidityPositive operating and free cash flow combined with a large equity raise meaningfully bolster liquidity and funding optionality. This balance-sheet cushion supports R&D, program buildouts and absorption of A&D timing variability over the next several quarters.
A&D Momentum & Strategic ProgramsRapid A&D product growth and tangible progress on high-energy laser programs create durable demand channels and high-value program footprints. Defense program wins and scalable product platforms can drive recurring production revenue and higher long-term margin mix.
Bears Say
A&D Concentration & Timing RiskHeavy dependence on defense program awards and government appropriations creates structural revenue lumpiness and execution timing risk. Program funding must pass through appropriations and primes, making multi-quarter visibility and steady demand more uncertain for planning and margins.
Development Revenue & Margin VolatilitySharp declines in development margins and sequencing-driven revenue swings show that engineering/contract mix can materially compress profitability. Persistent variability in contract timing and mix undermines margin predictability and makes sustainable operating leverage harder to realize.
Exit From Legacy MarketsWithdrawing from established cutting and welding end-markets removes a historical revenue stream and forces near-term reliance on newer segments. Transitioning customers and product portfolio raises execution risk as industrial revenue must be replaced by higher-growth but potentially lumpy segments.
nLIGHT News
LASR FAQ
What was Nlight’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nlight lowest stock price was $18.51 and its highest was $86.95 in the past 12 months.
What is Nlight’s market cap?
Nlight’s market cap is $3.71B.
When is Nlight’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nlight’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 11 days.
How were Nlight’s earnings last quarter?
Nlight released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported $0.2 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.084 by $0.116.
Is Nlight overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nlight’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Nlight pay dividends?
Nlight does not currently pay dividends.
What is Nlight’s EPS estimate?
Nlight’s EPS estimate is 0.14.
How many shares outstanding does Nlight have?
Nlight has 56,408,710 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nlight’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nlight reported an EPS of $0.2 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.084. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 11.663%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nlight?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in LASR
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
nLIGHT Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$91.80 (30.34% Upside)
$91.80 (30.34% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
LASR Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 1.2M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $13.7M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Neutral
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.2%
Last 30 Days ▲ 1.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 1.3%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
261.43%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-5.40%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
77.83%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Nlight
nLIGHT, Inc. specializes in the development, production, and sale of advanced semiconductor and fiber lasers. These sophisticated laser systems find applications across diverse sectors such as industrial manufacturing, precision microfabrication, and the aerospace and defense industries. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: Laser Products and Advanced Development. Furthermore, nLIGHT supplies fiber amplifiers and intricate beam combination and control systems, which are integral to high-energy laser systems used in directed energy applications. The firm utilizes a dual distribution approach, leveraging its direct sales force in key markets including the United States, China, South Korea, and European countries, while also partnering with independent sales representatives and distributors across wider regions in Asia, Europe, and South America. Founded in 2000, the company was originally known as nLight Photonics Corporation before officially adopting its current name, nLIGHT, Inc., in January 2016. Its corporate headquarters are located in Camas, Washington.
LASR Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$91.80
▲(30.34% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
5.23% Insiders
28.34% Mutual Funds
1.45% Other Institutional Investors
45.84% Public Companies and Individual Investors