nLIGHT
LASR
Market cap $892M

18.04 USD

-0.16

0.88%

At close Jun 13, 4:00 PM EDT

After hours

17.52

-0.52

2.88%

1 day

-0.88%

5 days

-0.11%

1 month

36.05%

3 months

104.77%

6 months

63.85%

Year to date

73.46%

1 year

48.84%

5 years

-21.57%

10 years

-33.06%

About: nLight Inc is a United States-based company provider of power semiconductor and fiber lasers for aerospace and defense, industrial, and microfabrication applications. It designs, manufactures, and sells a range of power semiconductor lasers and fiber lasers that are typically integrated into laser systems. It operates in two segments: Laser Products, which includes semiconductor lasers, fiber lasers, and directed energy products; and Development segment includes revenue earned from research and development contracts. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Laser segment. The company's geographical segments include North America, Asia Pacific, and EMEA.

Employees: 800

Technology Semiconductors

0

Funds holding %

of 7,296 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q1 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

2.81% more ownership

Funds ownership: 83.21% [Q4 2024] → 86.02% (+2.81%) [Q1 2025]

7% less funds holding

Funds holding: 168 [Q4 2024] → 156 (-12) [Q1 2025]

22% less repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 46 | Existing positions reduced: 59

22% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $423M [Q4 2024] → $328M (-$94.9M) [Q1 2025]

30% less first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 23 | Existing positions closed: 33

100% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 2 [Q4 2024] → 0 (-2) [Q1 2025]

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Research analyst outlook

1 Wall Street Analyst provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months

Low target

$18

0%

upside

Avg. target

$18

0%

upside

High target

$18

0%

upside

1 analyst rating

1 positive

100%

0 neutral

0%

0 negative

0%

Needham

James Ricchiuti

0%downside

$18

Buy

Maintained

29 May 2025

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Financial journalist opinion

Based on 6 articles about LASR published over the past 30 days

nLIGHT, Inc. Appoints Mark Hartman to Board of Directors

CAMAS, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--nLIGHT, Inc. (Nasdaq: LASR), a leading provider of high-power lasers for mission critical directed energy, optical sensing, and advanced manufacturing applications, today announced the appointment of Mark Hartman to its Board of Directors as a Class III director with a term expiring at the Company's 2027 annual meeting of stockholders. Mr. Hartman also was appointed to serve on the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and is replacing Doug Carlisle, who resig.

nLIGHT, Inc. Appoints Mark Hartman to Board of Directors

Zacks Investment Research

nLight (LASR) Just Flashed Golden Cross Signal: Do You Buy?

NLight (LASR) reached a significant support level, and could be a good pick for investors from a technical perspective. Recently, LASR's 50-day simple moving average broke out above its 200-day moving average; this is known as a "golden cross.

nLight (LASR) Just Flashed Golden Cross Signal: Do You Buy?

NLight: Stronger Footing In A&D Signals Traction, Buy

I maintain a Buy rating on the stock due to strong revenue growth and expanding profit margins. The company's leadership in its sector and robust product pipeline support long-term earnings potential. Recent quarterly results exceeded expectations, highlighting effective cost controls and resilient demand.

NLight: Stronger Footing In A&D Signals Traction, Buy

Zacks Investment Research

Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why nLight (LASR) is a Great Choice

Does nLight (LASR) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why nLight (LASR) is a Great Choice

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Analysts Are Bullish on These 3 Laser Tech Companies

Lasers are an often-overlooked technology with a broad array of applications in medicine, industrial settings, electronics, and more. The global market for laser technology is small but growing rapidly; valued at about $24 billion in 2024, it is expected to climb at a compound annual growth rate of 8% over a five-year period to reach close to $30 billion by 2029.

Analysts Are Bullish on These 3 Laser Tech Companies

nLIGHT, Inc. (LASR) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

nLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ:LASR ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 8, 2025 5:00 PM ET Company Participants John Marchetti - Vice President of Corporate Development & Head of Investor Relations Scott Keeney - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Joe Corso - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Jim Ricchiuti - Needham & Company Greg Palm - Craig-Hallum Capital Group Ruben Roy - Stifel Troy Jensen - Cantor Fitzgerald Mark Miller - The Benchmark Company Operator Good evening ladies and gentlemen and welcome to the nLIGHT Incorporation First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all lines are in listen-only mode.

nLIGHT, Inc. (LASR) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Zacks Investment Research

NLight (LASR) Reports Q1 Loss, Tops Revenue Estimates

NLight (LASR) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.04 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.18. This compares to loss of $0.17 per share a year ago.

NLight (LASR) Reports Q1 Loss, Tops Revenue Estimates

nLIGHT, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results

CAMAS, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--nLIGHT, Inc. (Nasdaq: LASR), a leading provider of high-power lasers for critical directed energy, optical sensing, and advanced manufacturing applications, today reported financial results for the first quarter of 2025. “I am pleased with the strong start to the year. Total revenue of $51.7 million was above the high-end of the guidance range, driven by record results in our aerospace and defense markets,” commented Scott Keeney, nLIGHT's President and Chief Exec.

nLIGHT, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results

nLIGHT: It's A Very Tentative Buy

nLIGHT, Inc. is pivoting towards aerospace and defense, which now accounts for 60% of its revenue, showing promising growth potential. Despite a 39% YoY decline in industrial laser sales, LASR's backlog orders increased by 55% YoY in 2024, indicating future revenue stability. LASR's vertically integrated operations and strong IP portfolio provide a competitive edge, especially in the growing defense sector with significant new contracts.

nLIGHT: It's A Very Tentative Buy

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