nLIGHT Inc is a technology company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of innovative laser products for a variety of applications, including industrial, medical, and aerospace markets. The company's expertise in advanced laser systems allows it to provide high-performance solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency across different sectors. With a focus on cutting-edge research and development, nLIGHT aims to lead the way in laser technology, offering products that cater to the evolving needs of its customers by delivering precise and reliable laser solutions. Read More
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nLIGHT delivered a quarter that exceeded Wall Street’s expectations on both revenue and non-GAAP profit, prompting a strong positive market reaction. Management attributed the robust performance to continued momentum in aerospace and defense, where record product sales and strong execution in directed energy and laser sensing programs were key. CEO Scott Keeney highlighted that defense product revenue grew over 70% year-over-year, mainly due to shipments tied to major government contracts and successful transition of amplifier production lines. The team also noted improved gross margins, benefiting from favorable product mix and manufacturing scale.
Shares of laser company nLIGHT (NASDAQ:LASR) jumped 7.9% in the afternoon session after the stock's positive momentum continued as the company reported strong third-quarter results driven by its defense business and provided an upbeat forecast for the next quarter.
Laser company nLIGHT (NASDAQ:LASR) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 18.9% year on year to $66.74 million. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($75 million at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 22.8% above what analysts were expecting. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.08 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Laser company nLIGHT (NASDAQ:LASR) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 18.9% year on year to $66.74 million. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($75 million at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 22.8% above what analysts were expecting. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.08 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.
nLIGHT, Inc. (Nasdaq: LASR), a leading provider of high-power lasers for mission critical directed energy, optical sensing, and advanced manufacturing applications, today reported financial results for the third quarter of 2025.
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What a time it’s been for nLIGHT. In the past six months alone, the company’s stock price has increased by a massive 335%, setting a new 52-week high of $34 per share. This was partly thanks to its solid quarterly results, and the run-up might have investors contemplating their next move.
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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 third quarter of 2025 after the financial markets close on Thursday, November 6, 2025.
