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Laser Photonics (LASE)


Market Price (3/5/2026): $1.03 | Market Cap: $17.6 Mil
Sector: Industrials | Industry: Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components

Laser Photonics (LASE)


Market Price (3/5/2026): $1.03
Market Cap: $17.6 Mil
Sector: Industrials
Industry: Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

0 Strong revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 132%
Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -36%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -153%
Not profitable at operating income level
Op Inc LTMOperating Income, Last Twelve Months is -8.1 Mil, Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is -113%
1 Valuation becoming less expensive
P/S 6M Chg %Price/Sales change over 6 months. Declining P/S indicates valuation has become less expensive. is -72%
  Not cash flow generative
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -111%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -113%
2 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Automation & Robotics, and Sustainable Consumption. Themes include Factory Automation, Industrial Robotics, Show more.
  Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -47%
3   High stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 159%
4   Key risks
LASE key risks include [1] significant financial instability and allegations of operating as a "fraud machine" siphoning cash to insiders, Show more.
0 Strong revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 132%
1 Valuation becoming less expensive
P/S 6M Chg %Price/Sales change over 6 months. Declining P/S indicates valuation has become less expensive. is -72%
2 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Automation & Robotics, and Sustainable Consumption. Themes include Factory Automation, Industrial Robotics, Show more.
3 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -36%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -153%
4 Not profitable at operating income level
Op Inc LTMOperating Income, Last Twelve Months is -8.1 Mil, Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is -113%
5 Not cash flow generative
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -111%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -113%
6 Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -47%
7 High stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 159%
8 Key risks
LASE key risks include [1] significant financial instability and allegations of operating as a "fraud machine" siphoning cash to insiders, Show more.

Valuation, Metrics & Events

Price Chart

Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Laser Photonics (LASE) stock has lost about 70% since 11/30/2025 because of the following key factors:

1. Nasdaq Non-Compliance and Delinquent Financial Filings.

Laser Photonics received a notice from Nasdaq on November 20, 2025, indicating non-compliance with listing rules due to its failure to file the Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. This disclosure led to an 8.3% drop in the stock's premarket trading on December 1, 2025, and raised significant concerns about the company's financial reporting and corporate governance.

2. Deteriorating Financial Performance and Going Concern Risk.

The company reported a substantial widening of net losses, with the nine-month net loss ending September 30, 2025, increasing to $8,110,233 from $3,105,233 in the prior year. For Q3 2025, Laser Photonics recorded a net income of -$18.73 million and an earnings per share (EPS) of -$1.09, alongside a significant decline in gross margin to -51.88%. Furthermore, management expressed "substantial doubt" about the company's ability to continue as a going concern without securing additional funding.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The -69.5% change in LASE stock from 11/30/2025 to 3/4/2026 was primarily driven by a -64.5% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)113020253042026Change
Stock Price ($)3.381.03-69.5%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)772.9%
P/S Multiple7.02.5-64.5%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)1417-16.6%
Cumulative Contribution-69.5%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

11/30/2025 to 3/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
LASE-69.5% 
Market (SPY)0.3%-5.8%
Sector (XLI)14.5%-26.0%

Fundamental Drivers

The -74.4% change in LASE stock from 8/31/2025 to 3/4/2026 was primarily driven by a -70.1% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)83120253042026Change
Stock Price ($)4.021.03-74.4%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)772.9%
P/S Multiple8.32.5-70.1%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)1417-16.6%
Cumulative Contribution-74.4%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

8/31/2025 to 3/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
LASE-74.4% 
Market (SPY)6.5%8.7%
Sector (XLI)16.2%1.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The -71.3% change in LASE stock from 2/28/2025 to 3/4/2026 was primarily driven by a -83.3% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)22820253042026Change
Stock Price ($)3.591.03-71.3%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)37132.0%
P/S Multiple14.82.5-83.3%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)1317-26.0%
Cumulative Contribution-71.3%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

2/28/2025 to 3/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
LASE-71.3% 
Market (SPY)16.3%17.8%
Sector (XLI)30.4%14.6%

Fundamental Drivers

The -80.6% change in LASE stock from 2/28/2023 to 3/4/2026 was primarily driven by a -71.5% change in the company's Shares Outstanding (Mil).
(LTM values as of)22820233042026Change
Stock Price ($)5.321.03-80.6%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)5743.0%
P/S Multiple5.22.5-52.5%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)517-71.5%
Cumulative Contribution-80.6%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

2/28/2023 to 3/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
LASE-80.6% 
Market (SPY)79.3%13.5%
Sector (XLI)81.9%13.6%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
LASE Return--21%-42%390%-57%-62%-63%
Peers Return1%-45%24%11%77%53%107%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%-0%81%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
LASE Win Rate-25%42%75%33%0% 
Peers Win Rate53%38%47%48%58%87% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%33% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
LASE Max Drawdown--41%-66%-16%-67%-76% 
Peers Max Drawdown-19%-54%-17%-19%-39%-3% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-1%-25%-1%-2%-15%-1% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: IPGP, COHR, LASR, NOVT, MKSI.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 3/4/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

Unique KeyEventLASES&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock2022 Inflation Shock  
2022 Inflation Shock% Loss% Loss-90.1%-25.4%
2022 Inflation Shock% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven905.5%34.1%
2022 Inflation ShockTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven294 days464 days

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In The Past

Laser Photonics's stock fell -90.1% during the 2022 Inflation Shock from a high on 2/3/2023. A -90.1% loss requires a 905.5% gain to breakeven.

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About Laser Photonics (LASE)

We were formed under the laws of Wyoming on November 8, 2019. We changed our domicile to Delaware on March 5, 2021. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company for photonics-based industrial products and solutions, primarily disruptive laser cleaning technologies. We are pioneering a new generation of laser blasting technologies focused on disrupting the sandblasting and abrasives blasting markets. We offer a full portfolio of integrated laser blasting solutions for corrosion control, rust removal, de-coating, pre-welding and post-welding, laser cleaning and surface conditioning. Our solutions span use cases throughout product lifecycles, from product fabrication to maintenance and repair, as well as aftermarket operations. Our laser blasting solutions are applicable in every industry dealing with materials processing, including automotive, aerospace, healthcare, consumer products, shipbuilding, aerospace, heavy industry, machine manufacturing, nuclear maintenance and de-commissioning and surface coating. We initiated our sales effort in December 2019. By December 31, 2021, we had net revenues of $4,190,709. We sell our laser cleaning equipment products globally to end users, and principally to Fortune 1000 companies, as well as to agencies of the U.S. Government, including three branches of the U.S. military. For 2021 approximately 22% of our net revenues was from the U.S. Government, either as a prime contractor or as a subcontractor to a prime contractor, we have entered into both our standard purchase orders with the U.S. Government for equipment that we manufacture which state that such purchase orders are not cancellable and standard U.S. Government equipment purchase contracts that allow the U.S. Government to cancel for convenience. Our vertically integrated operations allow us to reduce development and advanced laser equipment manufacturing time, offer better prices, control quality and protect our proprietary knowhow and technology compared to other laser cleaning companies and companies with competing technologies. We market our products globally through our direct sales force which is located in the United States. We have an exclusive license agreement with ICT Investments, LLC (“ICT Investments”). Under the terms of the exclusive license agreement, we have a perpetual, worldwide, exclusive license to sell the Laser Photonics™ branded equipment for laser cleaning and rust removal. ICT Investments currently owns approximately 96% of the outstanding shares of our common stock and upon completion of this offering will own approximately 60% of our common stock and the voting power to decide all matters submitted to a vote of our shareholders, including the election of our directors. Through our affiliation with ICT Investments, its portfolio companies and their customers, we have access to more than 1,500 high profile Fortune 5000 customer prospects as well as recognition as a global leader in manufacturing premium laser equipment. In addition, through the expertise and reputation of our officers, Board members and advisors, we have the foundation of our technologically advanced, disruptive laser systems specifically suited for most material processes with specific cleaning requirements and challenges. Our principal executive offices are located at 1101 N. Keller Rd., Suite G, Orlando, Florida.

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Here are 1-3 brief analogies to describe Laser Photonics (LASE):

  • It's like **Fanuc (OTC:FANUY)** for laser systems, providing high-power laser tools for industrial automation and manufacturing processes like cleaning, cutting, and marking.
  • Imagine a highly specialized, high-tech division of **Honeywell (HON)**, exclusively focused on developing and manufacturing advanced industrial laser systems for material processing.

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  • CleanTech Laser Cleaning Systems: Industrial laser systems designed for removing rust, paint, coatings, and contaminants from various surfaces.
  • WeldTech Laser Welding Systems: High-precision laser systems used for welding metals, offering fast, strong, and clean welds in various industrial applications.
  • CutTech Laser Cutting Systems: Industrial laser machines utilized for precise and efficient cutting of various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites.
  • MarkTech Laser Marking & Engraving Systems: Laser systems designed for permanent marking, engraving, and etching of text, logos, and barcodes on a wide range of materials.
  • 3D Metal Printers: Industrial machines that use laser technology to build complex metal parts layer by layer from powdered metal, suitable for additive manufacturing.

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Laser Photonics (LASE) primarily sells its industrial laser systems to other companies (B2B) across a wide range of industries, rather than directly to individuals. Their products, such as laser cleaning, cutting, welding, and marking systems, are used in manufacturing and industrial applications.

Based on their SEC filings (e.g., Form 10-K) and press releases, Laser Photonics does not disclose specific major customer names. Their Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022, states that no single customer accounted for more than 10% of their total revenues, indicating a diversified customer base with no dominant major customer requiring public disclosure.

While specific customer company names are not publicly identified, Laser Photonics frequently announces sales to various types of entities. These customer categories include:

  • Defense Contractors and Government Entities: Laser Photonics has announced sales to entities such as the U.S. Navy Shipyard, the United States Air Force, and unnamed "leading North American Defense Contractors."
  • Automotive Industry Manufacturers and Suppliers: The company frequently sells to "leading global suppliers for the automotive industry," "global manufacturers of automotive seating and e-systems," and "global automotive Tier 1 suppliers."
  • Heavy Industrial and General Manufacturing Companies: Their customer base includes companies in various heavy industries, such as aerospace, energy, marine, and general manufacturing, including "the world's largest manufacturer of elevators and escalators" and "leading global providers of industrial automation solutions."

Due to the company's policy of not publicly naming specific customer companies and the diversified nature of their revenue, it is not possible to list specific major customer companies with their symbols.

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Wayne Tupuola, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board

Mr. Tupuola serves as the President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board for Laser Photonics. He joined an affiliate of ICT Investments as Vice President of Operations in January 2007 and then joined Laser Photonics in November 2019. With over 15 years of C-level management experience in manufacturing operations and more than 24 years of hands-on experience, his background spans the semiconductor, aerospace, food & beverage, and commercial industries, including roles at Sumitomo Corp, ON Semiconductor Corp, and Thermo-Electron. From September 2015 to December 2015, he was a Director and Vice President of Operations for Fonon Corporation, an affiliate of Laser Photonics and one of ICT Investment's portfolio companies. He previously acted as an Industrial Consultant for Florida high-tech companies from January 2014 to May 2015. Mr. Tupuola oversees all manufacturing and day-to-day business operations of Laser Photonics.

Carlos S. Sardinas, Chief Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer

Mr. Sardinas brings over 15 years of experience in both the private and public sectors to his role as Chief Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer. He has a strong background in leading and managing financial teams, developing and implementing financial strategies, and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. His experience primarily includes working with large government defense contractors and serving in leadership roles at private companies.

Igor Vodopiyanov, Vice President, Research & Development and Product Development

Dr. Vodopiyanov serves as the Vice President of Research & Development and Product Development for Laser Photonics. He holds a PhD and previously worked as a Research Scientist at the Florida Institute of Technology. His research experience includes Particle Physics within the CMS Collaboration at the CERN Large Hadron Collider in Switzerland, and Physics within the Electron-Positron Collider at the Petersburg Nuclear Physics Institute.

Matthew Nigro, Vice President, Marketing

As Vice President of Marketing, Matthew Nigro brings over 20 years of leadership experience in global sales and marketing, laser applications, and technology, including tenure with several Fortune 500 companies. He possesses expertise in product development and commercialization, with a proven history of expanding market share, forming strategic partnerships, and leading high-performance teams across North America, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC. He is recognized for his ability to translate complex technologies into clear business strategies that drive long-term growth.

Gennady Korotkov, Vice President, Operations

Mr. Korotkov holds the position of Vice President of Operations at Laser Photonics.

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Key Risks to Laser Photonics (LASE)

The public company Laser Photonics (LASE) faces several significant risks to its business, primarily centered around its financial stability, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.

1. Financial Instability, Negative Earnings, and Allegations of Fraud

Laser Photonics is grappling with substantial financial challenges, including negative earnings, a significant decline in stock value, and a swing to a working capital deficit. The company has undergone financial restatements, which led to a considerable drop in stock prices and triggered investigations by multiple law firms into potential securities fraud. Furthermore, there are serious allegations that the company operates as a "fraud machine" where its majority shareholder and affiliates reportedly siphon cash through services, distributions, and insider loans, allegedly enriching insiders at the expense of shareholders. The company's reliance on "predatory loans" for liquidity further underscores its precarious financial position.

2. Risk of Delisting from NASDAQ

Laser Photonics is currently at risk of being delisted from NASDAQ. The company received a non-compliance notice due to its failure to file its Form 10-K for fiscal year 2024 and its Q1 2025 Form 10-Q. To avoid delisting, Laser Photonics must submit a compliance plan, and if approved, finalize its delayed filings by an extended deadline. The delay in filings is attributed to a complex audit stemming from its acquisition of Control Micro Systems (CMS), particularly regarding unresolved questions about CMS's historical revenue recognition practices and asset valuation. Failure to meet these regulatory requirements could severely impact the stock's liquidity and erode investor confidence.

3. Concerns Regarding Corporate Governance and Related-Party Transactions

The company is identified as a "controlled company," with ICT Investments and its affiliates, managed by Dmitriy Nikitin, holding a controlling stake of 58.55% of the shares. This structure raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest, as millions in stock and cash are allegedly funneled to ICT/Fonon for payroll, overhead, and IP "licenses" already owned by insiders. Disclosures reportedly mandate distributions back to affiliates, and the controlling shareholder has a documented history of involvement in previous ventures that resulted in lawsuits, bankruptcies, and allegations of fraud. These governance issues contribute to a lack of independence and transparency, posing a significant risk to the interests of minority shareholders.

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Laser Photonics (LASE) operates in several key markets with substantial addressable opportunities. The primary products and services offered by the company include laser cleaning, laser cutting, laser marking, laser engraving, laser welding systems, and additive manufacturing equipment (3D metal printing post-processing).

Addressable Markets for Laser Photonics' Main Products and Services:

  • Laser Cleaning: The global laser cleaning market is estimated at approximately USD 0.78 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 1.02 billion by 2030. In North America, the market for laser cleaning was valued at USD 291.78 million in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 452.37 million by 2030. The U.S. laser cleaning market specifically reached USD 142.79 million in 2024.
  • Laser Cutting: The global laser cutting machines market was valued at USD 6.31 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 14.14 billion by 2032. The North American laser cutting machines market size surpassed USD 2.04 billion in 2023. The U.S. laser cutting machines market was estimated at USD 1.32 billion in 2023.
  • Laser Marking and Engraving: The global laser engraving machine market was valued at USD 2.90 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 6.19 billion by 2030. In 2025, the global market is estimated at USD 3.84 billion. North America holds approximately 29.4% of the global laser engraving machines market in 2025.
  • 3D Metal Printing Post-Processing (as part of the broader Metal 3D Printing market): The global metal 3D printing market, which includes post-processing, is calculated at USD 12.04 billion in 2025 and is forecasted to reach around USD 87.33 billion by 2034. The North America metal 3D printing market size surpassed USD 3.28 billion in 2024. The U.S. metal 3D printing market size was exhibited at USD 2.30 billion in 2024.

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Here are the expected drivers of future revenue growth for Laser Photonics (LASE) over the next 2-3 years:
  1. Strategic Acquisitions and Synergies: The successful integration of recent acquisitions, particularly Control Micro Systems (CMS) and Beamer Laser Marking Systems, is a significant driver. These acquisitions expand Laser Photonics' product portfolio, customer base, and market reach into new verticals such as medical, dental, and precision manufacturing. Beamer, for instance, brings a distribution network of 19 tech centers and 5 demonstration showrooms, facilitating cross-selling opportunities for Laser Photonics' entire laser solutions portfolio.
  2. Expansion into New Vertical Markets: Laser Photonics is actively diversifying its market presence beyond traditional industrial cleaning. Key areas of expansion include the defense, medical, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and AI/robotics sectors. The company has secured repeat orders from the U.S. Navy for DefenseTech systems and significant orders in dental and manufacturing applications through CMS. This multi-vertical growth strategy is expected to open up substantial new revenue streams.
  3. Growth of CleanTech and Laser Marking Product Lines: Organic growth in the company's core CleanTech laser cleaning systems and laser marking product lines continues to be a crucial driver. Innovations such as the 3,000-watt CleanTech system and CleanTech Robotic Cell Enclosures enhance their offerings and address broader market needs for efficient and safe industrial cleaning solutions.
  4. New Product Launches and Technological Advancements: The introduction of new product lines and advanced technologies is anticipated to fuel future revenue. Examples include the DefenseTech product line for military and defense applications, the planned SabreTech line for cold-cutting and TurboPiercing technology, and innovative concepts like the Laser Shield Anti-Drone System (LSAD) and Next-Gen CleanTech Robotic Cells. These advancements are designed to address specific industry challenges and expand the total addressable market.
  5. Strategic Partnerships and Increased Customer Adoption: Collaborations and significant customer wins are expected to drive sustained growth. The company has secured orders from Fortune 500 companies and government entities, such as the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and repeat business from the U.S. Navy. Strategic partnerships, such as the demonstration of laser-enabled robotic crawlers with Boston Engineering for naval maintenance, indicate expanding customer adoption and market penetration.

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Share Repurchases

  • On January 11, 2023, Laser Photonics' Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program, permitting the company to purchase up to an aggregate of 2 million shares of common stock.
  • The company stated that the authorization was driven by its strong cash position, absence of debt, and a belief that its stock was significantly undervalued.

Share Issuance

  • Laser Photonics completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on September 29, 2022, selling 3,000,000 shares of common stock at $5.00 per share, raising gross proceeds of $15,000,000.
  • In October 2025, the company closed a $4 million private placement, issuing 1,098,902 shares of common stock at $3.64 per share, along with Series A and B warrants.
  • The proceeds from this private placement are intended to support the integration of recent acquisitions and fund future growth initiatives.

Inbound Investments

  • In October 2025, Laser Photonics secured $4 million through a private placement from accredited investors, involving the issuance of common stock and warrants.

Outbound Investments

  • In late 2024, Laser Photonics acquired Control Micro Systems (CMS) for $1.0 million, which expanded its reach into high-growth markets such as medical and pharmaceutical laser systems and semiconductor manufacturing.
  • In June 2025, the company acquired Beamer Laser Marking Systems, an acquisition that historically generated over $3 million in annual revenue and provided immediate entry into the semiconductor sector.
  • These strategic acquisitions were undertaken to diversify Laser Photonics' portfolio and access new industrial markets.

Capital Expenditures

  • The net proceeds from the September 2022 IPO were designated primarily for general corporate purposes, including working capital, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
  • For 2025, Laser Photonics is intensifying its Research & Development (R&D) efforts, particularly for its BlackStar laser wafer dicing product and CMS' semiconductor systems.
  • The company's business model is significantly reliant on capital expenditures made by its end-users, especially manufacturers utilizing its products for materials processing applications.

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Peer Comparisons

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Financials

LASEIPGPCOHRLASRNOVTMKSIMedian
NameLaser Ph.IPG Phot.Coherent nLight Novanta MKS  
Mkt Price1.03129.27274.8667.02140.64235.23134.95
Mkt Cap0.05.446.03.45.415.85.4
Rev LTM71,0046,2942289813,930992
Op Inc LTM-823661-4211756570
FCF LTM-8-3-104-1048497-6
FCF 3Y Avg-6110127-597380104
CFO LTM-875397-06464570
CFO 3Y Avg-52065394114497160

Growth & Margins

LASEIPGPCOHRLASRNOVTMKSIMedian
NameLaser Ph.IPG Phot.Coherent nLight Novanta MKS  
Rev Chg LTM132.0%2.7%18.6%12.0%3.3%9.6%10.8%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg31.3%-10.4%12.6%-2.8%4.5%3.6%4.0%
Rev Chg Q28.3%17.1%17.5%18.9%8.5%10.6%17.3%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM2.9%4.2%4.2%4.9%2.1%2.6%3.5%
Op Mgn LTM-113.4%2.3%10.5%-18.3%11.9%14.4%6.4%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg-137.3%7.3%6.0%-22.8%13.0%13.1%6.7%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM-18.5%-0.9%0.5%3.8%-0.5%-0.1%-0.3%
CFO/Rev LTM-111.3%7.5%6.3%-0.0%6.5%16.4%6.4%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg-126.8%18.6%10.3%1.8%12.3%13.3%11.3%
FCF/Rev LTM-112.5%-0.3%-1.6%-4.5%4.9%12.6%-1.0%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg-143.0%9.8%2.7%-2.1%10.4%10.2%6.3%

Valuation

LASEIPGPCOHRLASRNOVTMKSIMedian
NameLaser Ph.IPG Phot.Coherent nLight Novanta MKS  
Mkt Cap0.05.446.03.45.415.85.4
P/S2.55.47.314.85.54.05.5
P/EBIT-2.2236.084.0-74.646.229.838.0
P/E-2.3175.0157.1-77.4100.253.776.9
P/CFO-2.272.2115.9-44,937.484.224.548.4
Total Yield-42.7%0.6%0.6%-1.3%1.0%2.2%0.6%
Dividend Yield0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.4%0.0%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg-25.3%2.8%1.7%-0.4%1.8%4.6%1.7%
D/E0.50.00.10.00.10.30.1
Net D/E0.3-0.20.1-0.0-0.00.20.0

Returns

LASEIPGPCOHRLASRNOVTMKSIMedian
NameLaser Ph.IPG Phot.Coherent nLight Novanta MKS  
1M Rtn-25.6%36.7%23.6%39.4%4.7%0.8%14.1%
3M Rtn-65.9%56.5%60.8%96.4%23.1%44.1%50.3%
6M Rtn-53.2%59.4%210.7%133.5%24.9%135.3%96.4%
12M Rtn-70.7%114.1%295.1%705.5%0.6%177.0%145.6%
3Y Rtn-80.0%1.7%524.3%478.8%-7.0%149.6%75.7%
1M Excs Rtn-24.1%38.3%25.1%40.9%6.2%2.3%15.7%
3M Excs Rtn-65.3%62.0%67.3%101.9%25.3%50.2%56.1%
6M Excs Rtn-66.3%54.2%206.0%128.5%18.4%124.2%89.2%
12M Excs Rtn-87.0%104.4%285.2%690.0%-19.3%159.3%131.8%
3Y Excs Rtn-153.2%-67.8%474.5%429.7%-83.8%88.9%10.6%

Comparison Analyses

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Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20242023202220212020
Single Segment4 420
Product Sales 4   
Sales Discounts -0   
Total44420


Assets by Segment
$ Mil20242023202220212020
Single Segment    0
Total    0


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$1.03 
Market Cap ($ Bil)0.0 
First Trading Date09/30/2022 
Distance from 52W High-84.2% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$1.67$2.78
DMA Trenddowndown
Distance from DMA-38.3%-63.0%
 3M1YR
Volatility155.4%159.3%
Downside Capture280.28226.57
Upside Capture-400.0261.04
Correlation (SPY)-7.6%17.4%
LASE Betas & Captures as of 2/28/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta-4.07-2.20-0.881.631.471.48
Up Beta-17.40-11.23-9.91-3.551.180.59
Down Beta3.241.971.562.331.761.48
Up Capture-729%-439%-287%4%60%261%
Bmk +ve Days9203170142431
Stock +ve Days10212955113322
Down Capture258%145%316%286%152%113%
Bmk -ve Days12213054109320
Stock -ve Days10193167132404

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with LASE
LASE-66.5%159.0%0.03-
Sector ETF (XLI)32.4%19.2%1.3414.3%
Equity (SPY)18.5%19.2%0.7617.3%
Gold (GLD)78.4%26.1%2.20-1.9%
Commodities (DBC)19.7%17.1%0.899.7%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.3%16.6%0.1416.9%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-20.7%45.1%-0.3810.2%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with LASE
LASE-15.1%167.1%0.58-
Sector ETF (XLI)15.6%17.2%0.7312.7%
Equity (SPY)13.9%17.0%0.6511.9%
Gold (GLD)23.4%17.3%1.11-2.2%
Commodities (DBC)11.2%19.0%0.47-1.3%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.2%18.8%0.1813.5%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)7.7%56.8%0.363.1%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with LASE
LASE-7.9%167.1%0.58-
Sector ETF (XLI)15.0%19.8%0.6712.7%
Equity (SPY)15.4%17.9%0.7411.9%
Gold (GLD)15.0%15.6%0.80-2.2%
Commodities (DBC)9.0%17.6%0.42-1.3%
Real Estate (VNQ)6.5%20.7%0.2813.5%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)66.2%66.8%1.063.1%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date2132026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity1.5 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 131202613.4%
Average Daily Volume5.2 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest1
Basic Shares Quantity17.1 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares8.6%

Earnings Returns History

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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive000
# Negative000
Median Positive   
Median Negative   
Max Positive   
Max Negative   

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
09/30/202512/23/202510-Q
06/30/202508/15/202510-Q
03/31/202507/03/202510-Q
12/31/202406/24/202510-K
09/30/202411/18/202410-Q
06/30/202408/29/202410-Q
03/31/202405/15/202410-Q
12/31/202304/19/202410-K
09/30/202311/14/202310-Q
06/30/202308/15/202310-Q
03/31/202305/10/202310-Q
12/31/202204/17/202310-K
09/30/202211/14/202210-Q
06/30/202209/09/2022424B3
03/31/202205/19/202210-Q
09/30/202103/24/2022S-1/A