IPG Photonics Corporation

NasdaqGS:IPGP Stock Report

Market Cap: US$4.4b

IPG Photonics Balance Sheet Health

Financial Health criteria checks 6/6

IPG Photonics has a total shareholder equity of $2.1B and total debt of $0.0, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to 0%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $2.4B and $305.8M respectively. IPG Photonics's EBIT is $24.4M making its interest coverage ratio -0.8. It has cash and short-term investments of $812.9M.

Key information

0%

Debt to equity ratio

US$0

Debt

Interest coverage ratio-0.8x
CashUS$812.91m
EquityUS$2.12b
Total liabilitiesUS$305.85m
Total assetsUS$2.42b

Recent financial health updates

No updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update May 01

IPGP: Defense And Laser Collaborations Will Drive Long Term Earnings Power

IPG Photonics' analyst price target has shifted to $180.00. This reflects updated views as analysts factor in recent target changes from Stifel and Roth Capital, along with a downgrade from Raymond James.
Seeking Alpha Apr 20

IPG Photonics: Stock Could Outperform On Above-Average Long-Term Growth

Summary IPG Photonics is positioned for above-average long-term growth, supported by margin expansion and a reasonable PEG valuation. IPGP's growth is driven by strong demand in welding, medical, and defense applications, with recent FDA clearance and new product launches. Gross margin improved from 34.6% to 38% in 2025, and net income margin turned positive, reflecting successful operational streamlining. IPGP's strong balance sheet and technical bull flag formation suggest a potential near-term breakout, with the Q1 2026 earnings call as a key catalyst. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Apr 16

IPGP: Business Recovery And Higher P/E Assumptions Will Support Future Upside

The analyst price target for IPG Photonics has moved from $96.08 to $144.75, with analysts citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E. These revisions are informed by recent research that includes both higher targets from some firms and a downgrade from others.
Narrative Update Apr 02

IPGP: Defense And Industrial Laser Demand Will Drive Long Term Earnings Power

Analysts have raised their blended price target on IPG Photonics, reflecting a $73 increase at Stifel, a $12.50 increase at BofA, and a $5 increase at Roth Capital, while refining assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on IPG Photonics shows a clear split in views, with some cautious voices alongside a group of bullish analysts who are becoming more constructive on the stock and its long term setup.
Narrative Update Mar 19

IPGP: Elevated P E Assumptions Will Pressure Returns If Margins Disappoint

The analyst fair value estimate for IPG Photonics has shifted from $65.00 to $92.50, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions around revenue growth, profitability, and future P/E multiples in light of recent price target changes from firms covering the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around IPG Photonics shows a mix of updated price targets and rating changes that point to a more cautious tone from some bearish analysts, even as others review their assumptions.
Narrative Update Mar 05

IPGP: Defense And Industrial Laser Demand Will Support Higher Long Term Earnings Power

Narrative Update on IPG Photonics The analyst price target for IPG Photonics has been raised by $73, with supporting research pointing to updated assumptions for discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. Several firms have recently lifted their targets, although opinions on the stock's rating remain mixed.
Narrative Update Feb 19

IPGP: Defense And Industrial Laser Demand Will Support Higher Future Earnings Multiple

Analysts have raised their implied fair value estimate for IPG Photonics from $110.00 to $180.00, reflecting updated assumptions on growth, profitability and future P/E that align with several recent price target increases across the Street and incorporate both the latest upgrades and a fresh downgrade. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on IPG Photonics reflects a mix of views, but the higher implied fair value estimate to $180.00 is broadly in line with several bullish target moves clustered over the past few weeks.
Narrative Update Feb 05

IPGP: Defense And Industrial Laser Demand Will Support Measured Multiyear Upside Potential

Narrative Update on IPG Photonics The analyst price target for IPG Photonics moves from US$105 to US$110. Analysts point to updated assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, alongside recent price target increases from multiple firms, as the key drivers of this shift.
Analysis Article Jan 29

There's Reason For Concern Over IPG Photonics Corporation's (NASDAQ:IPGP) Massive 27% Price Jump

IPG Photonics Corporation ( NASDAQ:IPGP ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 27% after a shaky period...
Narrative Update Jan 21

IPGP: Business Recovery In Welding And Micromachining Will Support Higher Future Multiple

Analysts have nudged their price expectations for IPG Photonics higher, with our fair value estimate moving from about $94 to roughly $96, citing recent target increases and upgrades that highlight improving demand trends and a slightly richer assumed future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to the recent upgrade and higher price target of US$105, up from US$68, as support for a higher assumed P/E.
Narrative Update Jan 06

IPGP: Welding And Micromachining Recovery Will Drive Multiyear Upside Potential

Analysts have raised their price target on IPG Photonics to US$105, citing signs of business recovery in welding and micromachining, as well as a shift to positive year over year revenue growth after an extended period of declines. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research shows a clear shift in tone from bearish to more constructive, with bullish analysts citing early signs of business recovery as the key driver behind their updated views on IPG Photonics.
Narrative Update Dec 18

IPGP: Urology And Defense Expansion Will Drive Multiyear Upside Potential

Analysts have raised their price target on IPG Photonics from $97 to $105 per share, citing a nascent business recovery with improving welding and micromachining demand, a return to year over year revenue growth after a prolonged downturn, and expectations for multi year expansion driven by urology, directed energy, and broader fiber laser adoption. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are framing the recent price target increase to $105 as a validation of IPG Photonics renewed growth trajectory and improving execution.
Narrative Update Dec 04

IPGP: Business Recovery Will Drive Demand In Welding And Micromachining

Analysts have raised their price target on IPG Photonics to $105 from $68, reflecting renewed confidence in the companys return to growth, improving demand in welding and micromachining, and expanding opportunities in urology and directed energy applications. Analyst Commentary Recent rating changes and initiations reflect a notable shift in sentiment toward IPG Photonics, with bullish analysts emphasizing a clear inflection in fundamentals and a more supportive demand backdrop across key end markets.
Narrative Update Nov 19

IPGP: Sustained Business Recovery Will Support Gains in Key Application Markets

Analysts have raised their price target for IPG Photonics from $82.83 to $94.00. They cite signs of a business turnaround, improved revenue growth, and expectations for ongoing demand recovery across key markets.
Narrative Update Nov 05

IPGP: Business Recovery and Expanding Margins Will Drive Measured Opportunity Ahead

IPG Photonics' analyst price target has risen sharply from $68 to $105. This reflects analysts' optimism following signs of business recovery, improved revenue growth, and expanding margins.
Narrative Update Oct 22

Analysts Highlight Growth Drivers and Risks as IPG Photonics Updates Valuation and Guidance

Analysts have raised their price target for IPG Photonics by $16, citing renewed revenue growth, margin expansion, and strengthening positions in emerging end markets as key drivers for improved valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst research on IPG Photonics highlights both the company's strengthening fundamentals and areas where caution may be warranted.
Narrative Update Oct 08

Global Automation And Electric Trends Will Expand Advanced Laser Adoption

IPG Photonics' analyst fair value price target has increased from $80.20 to $82.83. Analysts cite renewed growth, margin expansion, and opportunities in emerging markets as key drivers of the revised outlook.
Narrative Update Aug 07

Global Automation And Electric Trends Will Expand Advanced Laser Adoption

With consensus analyst forecasts for both revenue growth (6.3% per annum) and the discount rate (8.06%) remaining stable, the fair value estimate for IPG Photonics is unchanged at $75.80. What's in the News Completed repurchase of 3,600,367 shares (8.13%) for $279.93 million under 2024 buyback plan.
Analysis Article Jul 11

The Returns On Capital At IPG Photonics (NASDAQ:IPGP) Don't Inspire Confidence

What underlying fundamental trends can indicate that a company might be in decline? When we see a declining return on...
Analysis Article May 16

Revenues Not Telling The Story For IPG Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ:IPGP) After Shares Rise 26%

IPG Photonics Corporation ( NASDAQ:IPGP ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great...
Analysis Article Apr 21

What Does IPG Photonics Corporation's (NASDAQ:IPGP) Share Price Indicate?

IPG Photonics Corporation ( NASDAQ:IPGP ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a...
Analysis Article Mar 31

IPG Photonics (NASDAQ:IPGP) Will Be Hoping To Turn Its Returns On Capital Around

What underlying fundamental trends can indicate that a company might be in decline? When we see a declining return on...
Analysis Article Mar 06

Unpleasant Surprises Could Be In Store For IPG Photonics Corporation's (NASDAQ:IPGP) Shares

When close to half the companies in the Electronic industry in the United States have price-to-sales ratios (or "P/S...
Seeking Alpha Feb 14

IPG Photonics Corporation: A Further Decline Is Still Possible

Summary The latest report from IPGP was a letdown overall and the stock dropped to new lows, but it may now be at a crossroad in terms of the charts. The charts suggest what the stock does in the short term could encourage the bulls, but also the bears, depending on the moves the stock makes. IPGP tried to put a positive spin on the current state of affairs by talking about future prospects, but it is telling that the market was not buying it. Trends can change, but with IPGP yet to solve its main problems, it is hard to see the stock not sticking with the existing trend for a while longer. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Jan 02

At US$72.72, Is IPG Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ:IPGP) Worth Looking At Closely?

IPG Photonics Corporation ( NASDAQ:IPGP ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention...
Analysis Article Dec 12

Investors Could Be Concerned With IPG Photonics' (NASDAQ:IPGP) Returns On Capital

What financial metrics can indicate to us that a company is maturing or even in decline? When we see a declining return...
Analysis Article Nov 20

Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of IPG Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ:IPGP)

Key Insights The projected fair value for IPG Photonics is US$86.73 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current...
Seeking Alpha Nov 03

IPG Photonics: Cheap, Only If Execution Returns

Summary IPG Photonics is a former growth darling in lasers, having lost real momentum in recent years. Most of this is self-inflicted as execution is the issue, as the company has changed its leadership this year. Margin and sales momentum can unleash great potential, yet few green shoots are seen here. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Sep 26

Should You Investigate IPG Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ:IPGP) At US$70.41?

IPG Photonics Corporation ( NASDAQ:IPGP ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a double-digit share price rise...
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New Narrative Sep 05

Innovative R&D And Decisive Partnerships Set To Enhance Competitiveness And Revenue Growth

Focusing on R&D and launching innovative products along with expanding into new applications like EV battery welding and 3D printing to boost demand and revenue.
Analysis Article Sep 05

These Return Metrics Don't Make IPG Photonics (NASDAQ:IPGP) Look Too Strong

If you're looking at a mature business that's past the growth phase, what are some of the underlying trends that pop...
Seeking Alpha Aug 27

IPG Photonics Corporation: The Possibility Of A Further Decline Cannot Be Excluded

Summary IPG Photonics stock has recovered lately after several factors led to a big drop in the preceding weeks, but there is reason to believe IPGP has yet to hit bottom. The charts suggest that with the loss of support that held for a long time, the stock price could fall further. IPGP was once targeting a return to growth in H2, but the latest outlook no longer considers that possibility with guidance much worse than expected. While some may want to bet on a further bounce in the stock, another drop in the stock price is possible with IPGP yet to resolve the challenges it faces. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Aug 15

The Price Is Right For IPG Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ:IPGP) Even After Diving 26%

IPG Photonics Corporation ( NASDAQ:IPGP ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow...
Analysis Article Aug 01

Earnings Miss: IPG Photonics Corporation Missed EPS By 11% And Analysts Are Revising Their Forecasts

Last week, you might have seen that IPG Photonics Corporation ( NASDAQ:IPGP ) released its quarterly result to the...

Financial Position Analysis

Short Term Liabilities: IPGP's short term assets ($1.4B) exceed its short term liabilities ($247.2M).

Long Term Liabilities: IPGP's short term assets ($1.4B) exceed its long term liabilities ($58.7M).


Debt to Equity History and Analysis

Debt Level: IPGP is debt free.

Reducing Debt: IPGP has no debt compared to 5 years ago when its debt to equity ratio was 1.4%.

Debt Coverage: IPGP has no debt, therefore it does not need to be covered by operating cash flow.

Interest Coverage: IPGP has no debt, therefore coverage of interest payments is not a concern.


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/13 21:42
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/13 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

IPG Photonics Corporation is covered by 25 analysts. 9 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Christopher MuseBarclays
Andrew DeGasperiBerenberg
Paretosh MisraBerenberg