IPG Photonics (IPGP) Stock Overview
Develops, manufactures, and sells fiber lasers, fiber amplifiers, diode lasers, and laser-based systems used in materials processing, medical, and advanced applications. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$104.07 |
| 52 Week High | US$155.82 |
| 52 Week Low | US$65.25 |
| Beta | 0.95 |
| 1 Month Change | 0.57% |
| 3 Month Change | -5.06% |
| 1 Year Change | 53.11% |
| 3 Year Change | -21.65% |
| 5 Year Change | -49.41% |
| Change since IPO | 306.52% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 08
IPGP: Rich P E And Weak Fundamentals Will Restrain AI Hype-Fueled Upside
Analysts have adjusted their price targets for IPG Photonics, with one recent update moving from $149 to $151. The commentary noted that the company's refreshed management approach and broader use of its product portfolio are helping it address more customer needs and enter higher growth markets.
Narrative Update • May 25
IPGP: Updated Management And New Markets Will Drive Long Term Earnings Power
The updated analyst fair value estimate for IPG Photonics has shifted from $180.00 to $162.00, as analysts factor in revised discount rate and growth assumptions while still highlighting progress under the refreshed management team and the company’s broader product reach into markets considered to have higher growth potential. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are highlighting the refreshed management team and broader product reach as key factors behind their optimistic stance on IPG Photonics.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 08
IPGP: Rich P E And Weak Fundamentals Will Restrain AI Hype-Fueled Upside
Analysts have adjusted their price targets for IPG Photonics, with one recent update moving from $149 to $151. The commentary noted that the company's refreshed management approach and broader use of its product portfolio are helping it address more customer needs and enter higher growth markets.Narrative Update • May 25
IPGP: Updated Management And New Markets Will Drive Long Term Earnings Power
The updated analyst fair value estimate for IPG Photonics has shifted from $180.00 to $162.00, as analysts factor in revised discount rate and growth assumptions while still highlighting progress under the refreshed management team and the company’s broader product reach into markets considered to have higher growth potential. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are highlighting the refreshed management team and broader product reach as key factors behind their optimistic stance on IPG Photonics.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 AlphaAnalysis 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 AlphaAnalysis 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...
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 AlphaAnalysis 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...Shareholder Returns
| IPGP | US Electronic | US Market | |
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| 7D | -14.4% | -6.2% | -3.3% |
| 1Y | 53.1% | 91.7% | 22.3% |
Return vs Industry: IPGP underperformed the US Electronic industry which returned 91.7% over the past year.
Return vs Market: IPGP exceeded the US Market which returned 22.3% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| IPGP volatility | |
|---|---|
| IPGP Average Weekly Movement | 11.8% |
| Electronic Industry Average Movement | 9.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.6% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: IPGP's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: IPGP's weekly volatility (12%) has been stable over the past year, but is still higher than 75% of US stocks.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 4,840 | Mark Gitin | www.ipgphotonics.com |
IPG Photonics Corporation develops, manufactures, and sells fiber lasers, fiber amplifiers, diode lasers, and laser-based systems used in materials processing, medical, and advanced applications. The company offers laser products, including hybrid fiber-solid state lasers with green and ultraviolet wavelengths; fiber pigtailed packaged diodes and fiber coupled direct diode laser systems; and high-energy pulsed lasers, multi-wavelength and tunable lasers, and single-polarization and single-frequency lasers, as well as other versions. It also provides complementary products, such as optical fiber delivery cables, fiber couplers, beam switches, optical processing heads, process measuring and monitoring technologies, and in-line sensors and chillers.
IPG Photonics Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| IPGP fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$4.51b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$28.92m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$1.04b |
152.7x
P/E Ratio4.2x
P/S RatioIs IPGP overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| IPGP income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$1.04b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$650.33m |
| Gross Profit | US$391.15m |
| Other Expenses | US$362.23m |
| Earnings | US$28.92m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.68 |
| Gross Margin | 37.56% |
| Net Profit Margin | 2.78% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did IPGP perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/10 21:25 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/10 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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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.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Christopher Muse | Barclays |
| Andrew DeGasperi | Berenberg |
| Paretosh Misra | Berenberg |