NASDAQ : LASR

nLIGHT, Inc. — News

$68.8 USD

$3.09 (4.7%)

Volume
814.93K
Average Volume
1.27M
Market Capitalization
$3.88B
P/E Ratio
-228.04
Dividend Yield
0.00%
Price Target
$90.00
Year High
$86.95
Year Low
$19.45
Day High
Day Low
Payout Ratio
$0.00
Current Ratio
$7.07
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Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership Trims Stock Holdings in nLight $LASR

Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership lowered its stake in shares of nLight (NASDAQ: LASR) by 32.1% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 585,387 shares of the company's stock after selling 276,452 shares during the period. Arrowstreet Capital Limited

defenseworld.net - 2026-07-29 03:57:19

3 Photonics Companies Making Quantum Tech Possible

All of a sudden, photonics seems to be one of the hottest fields among tech enthusiasts. Optical and photonics technology is massively important for AI applications that must field tremendous data throughput that exceeds the limits of traditional wiring.

marketbeat.com - 2026-07-21 12:37:01

Andar Capital Management HK Ltd Buys New Stake in nLight $LASR

Andar Capital Management HK Ltd purchased a new stake in nLight (NASDAQ: LASR) during the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund purchased 90,000 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $5,132,000. nLight comprises about 4.4% of Andar Capital Management HK Ltd's portfolio, making the stock

defenseworld.net - 2026-07-21 03:17:23

nLIGHT to Announce Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results on August 6th

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, announced that it will release its financial results for the second quarter of 2026 after the financial markets close on Thursday, August 6, 2026. A webcast to discuss the second quarter results will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time). The audio webc.

businesswire.com - 2026-07-20 08:05:00

Jim Cramer: This Tech Stock Is A ‘Speculative Buy' Here

On CNBC's “Mad Money Lightning Round,” Jim Cramer said nLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ:LASR) is a “speculative buy” here.

benzinga.com - 2026-07-14 08:49:38

These 5 Optical Chip Stocks Are Cashing in on AI Data Center Bandwidth

AI data center operators are staring down a bandwidth wall, and the fastest way over it runs through glass, not copper.

247wallst.com - 2026-07-12 09:00:20

nLight (LASR) Moves 27.3% Higher: Will This Strength Last?

nLight (LASR) was a big mover last session on higher-than-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions might not help the stock continue moving higher in the near term.

zacks.com - 2026-07-10 03:51:06

NLight Flashes Buy Signal On U.S. Contract For Missile, Drone Defense

The Pentagon tapped NLight and Lockheed for next-generation missile and drone defense.

investors.com - 2026-07-09 15:01:47

nLIGHT Awarded $627 Million Joint Laser Weapon System (JLWS) Contract

nLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ: LASR), a leading provider of high-energy lasers for mission‑critical directed energy applications, today announced it has been selected

gurufocus.com - 2026-07-09 11:00:00

nLIGHT Awarded $627 Million Joint Laser Weapon System (JLWS) Contract

CAMAS, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--nLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ: LASR), a leading provider of high-energy lasers for mission‑critical directed energy applications, today announced it has been selected for a Joint Laser Weapon System (JLWS) Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreement supporting the U.S. Department of War's (DoW) next-generation cruise missile defense architecture. The initial award has a value of $44 million, with a total program ceiling of up to $627 million, inclusive of follow-on develop.

businesswire.com - 2026-07-09 10:30:00

AMD Is Up 150% This Year But Here Are 5 Overlooked Stocks Betting on What Comes Next

The Pentagon just earmarked over $74 billion for drone dominance and counter drone technologies in the FY2027 budget request, and that is only one slice of the AI arms race AMD and NVIDIA are fighting over.

247wallst.com - 2026-07-01 12:16:53

nLIGHT, Inc. Announces Participation in Eurosatory 2026 Defense Conference

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 its participation in Eurosatory 2026, the premier international exhibition for land and air defense and security, taking place June 15 – 19 in Paris, France. At the event, nLIGHT will showcase its HADES™ 70 kW-class High-Energy Laser (HEL) weapon module, a scalable directed energy solut.

businesswire.com - 2026-06-08 08:05:00

nLIGHT's CEO Sold Nearly 25,000 Shares for $1.9 Million. Here's What That Means for Investors.

CEO Scott Keeney sold 24,990 shares in open-market trades over June 3 and June 4, 2026, for a total transaction value of ~$1.89 million using a weighted average price of around $75.81 per share. All shares sold were held directly by the insider, with no indirect or derivative security participation; indirect holdings remain via the Keeney Family Revocable Trust.

fool.com - 2026-06-06 20:24:39

This Small-Cap Manager Is Up 94%, Betting On Hidden Drivers In The New Economy

Lasers that can shoot down drones. Data center infrastructure powering artificial intelligence.

forbes.com - 2026-06-06 15:05:07

The CFO of nLIGHT Sold Company Shares Worth $3.9 Million. Here's What That Means for Investors.

This laser technology leader for industrial and defense markets reported a notable insider sale amid a year of extraordinary stock gains.

fool.com - 2026-05-30 12:10:47

nLIGHT Stock Has Soared 400%. Here's Why One Investor Bought More

This photonics company delivers high-performance laser solutions for industrial and defense clients worldwide.

fool.com - 2026-05-29 20:09:08

Here's Why nLight (LASR) is a Strong Momentum Stock

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zacks.com - 2026-05-22 10:50:29

nLight: Buy This Lesser Known Defense And Tech Leader

nLight (LASR) is rated a buy, driven by explosive revenue growth, margin expansion, and strong defense sector demand. LASR reported Q1 adjusted EPS of $0.20 (beat by $0.12) and 55% YoY revenue growth, with aerospace & defense nearly doubling. Gross margin reached 33.1%, with product gross margin at a record 44.6%, as high-value defense sales accelerate operating leverage.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-05-15 11:53:06

nLIGHT, Inc. Named 'Enterprise Tech Company of the Year' at 2026 Oregon Tech Awards

nLIGHT, Inc. (Nasdaq: LASR), a leading provider of high-power lasers for mission-critical directed energy, optical sensing, and advanced manufacturing applicat

gurufocus.com - 2026-05-13 09:00:00

nLIGHT, Inc. Named ‘Enterprise Tech Company of the Year' at 2026 Oregon Tech Awards

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 it has been named ‘Enterprise Tech Company of the Year' at the 2026 Oregon Tech Awards, presented by the Technology Association of Oregon (TAO). The Oregon Tech Awards are TAO's flagship annual event and are widely regarded as Oregon's most prestigious recognition program for technology.

businesswire.com - 2026-05-13 08:05:00

Before the Moon Base Gets Built, These 4 Companies Win

Photonics is critical to AI, with data centers the primary driver of business in 2026. The vast amounts of data require ultrafast, high-bandwidth transmission, or else face the bottlenecks presented by traditional copper.

marketbeat.com - 2026-05-11 14:10:16

Bull Of The Day: nLight (LASR)

This core holding of Home Run Investor posted a beat and raise quarter for the third time in a row and we are looking for more.

zacks.com - 2026-05-11 08:10:25

nLIGHT, Inc. Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Events

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 management's participation in several upcoming investor events during the second quarter of 2026. 23rd Annual Craig-Hallum Institutional Investor Conference Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Depot Renaissance Hotel in Minneapolis, MN William Blair 46th Annual Growth Stock Conference Tuesd.

businesswire.com - 2026-05-11 08:05:00

nLIGHT, Inc. (LASR) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

nLIGHT, Inc. (LASR) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

seekingalpha.com - 2026-05-09 11:11:14

nLight Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

nLight NASDAQ: LASR reported what management called an “exceptional” first quarter of 2026, with revenue, margins, and profitability coming in ahead of internal expectations as aerospace and defense demand remained the primary growth driver.

marketbeat.com - 2026-05-08 16:13:59

nLight Shares Rise 15% on Q1 Earnings Beat, Revenues Up Y/Y

LASR jumps nearly 15% after Q1 earnings crush estimates as revenues surge 55% on strong aerospace and defense demand.

zacks.com - 2026-05-08 13:21:25

nLight (LASR) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates

nLight (LASR) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.2 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.08 per share. This compares to a loss of $0.04 per share a year ago.

zacks.com - 2026-05-07 20:11:26

nLIGHT, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2026 Results

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 reported record financial results for the first quarter of 2026. “Our first quarter results represent another strong quarter of execution for nLIGHT with total revenue, gross margin, and Adjusted EBITDA all above our expectations. Our results were again driven by strength in our A&D markets w.

businesswire.com - 2026-05-07 16:10:00

nLIGHT, Inc. Launches HADES™ Line of Directed Energy Products

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 launch of HADES™, a new family of high‑energy lasers (HEL) and effectors for laser weapon systems. Designed for the modern battlespace, HADES provides scalable, mission‑ready directed energy capabilities across land, sea, air, and space domains. HADES is a scalable portfolio of high.

businesswire.com - 2026-05-07 16:10:00

nLIGHT Gears Up to Report Q1 Earnings: What's in Store for the Stock?

LASR heads into Q1 2026 with revenues seen up 38% Y/Y on strong defense demand, but exit from cutting and welding may pressure margins and growth.

zacks.com - 2026-05-04 12:25:19

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LASR Price Target Summary

Last Month

$93.33

3 analysts

Last Quarter

$90.83

6 analysts

Last Year

$68.84

16 analysts

All Time

$68.84

16 analysts

LASR Recent Analyst Grades

Date Analyst Firm Action Previous Grade New Grade
2026-07-10 Needham Maintain Buy Buy
2026-07-09 Craig-Hallum Maintain Buy Buy
2026-05-21 Stifel Maintain Buy Buy
2026-05-08 Needham Maintain Buy Buy
2026-04-20 Stifel Maintain Buy Buy
2026-02-27 Needham Maintain Buy Buy
2026-02-27 Cantor Fitzgerald Maintain Overweight Overweight
2026-02-03 Roth Capital Maintain Buy Buy
2026-01-14 Stifel Maintain Buy Buy
2026-01-13 Needham Maintain Buy Buy