LightPath Technologies (LPTH) Stock Overview
Designs, develops, manufactures, and distributes optical systems and assemblies in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 0/6 |
| Future Growth | 5/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$16.98 |
| 52 Week High | US$18.94 |
| 52 Week Low | US$2.75 |
| Beta | 1.26 |
| 1 Month Change | 23.94% |
| 3 Month Change | 41.74% |
| 1 Year Change | 464.12% |
| 3 Year Change | 1,047.30% |
| 5 Year Change | 540.75% |
| Change since IPO | -55.32% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • May 20
LPTH: Index Inclusion And Funding Progress Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their price targets on LightPath Technologies by $0.88, supported by updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E, in line with recent $1 price target increases cited in Street research. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts link the higher price targets to updated fair value work, suggesting that revised assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins support a higher valuation base for the stock.Analysis Article • May 13
Broker Revenue Forecasts For LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:LPTH) Are Surging Higher
LightPath Technologies, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LPTH ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making...
Narrative Update • May 03
LPTH: Index Addition And Defense Order Will Shape Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have lifted their price target on LightPath Technologies by $5.50, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E that refine rather than overhaul their prior valuation view. Analyst Commentary Recent price target revisions for LightPath Technologies signal that while analysts see scope for upside, some remain careful about how much they are willing to pay for that potential.Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 20
LPTH: Index Inclusion And Funding Progress Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their price targets on LightPath Technologies by $0.88, supported by updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E, in line with recent $1 price target increases cited in Street research. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts link the higher price targets to updated fair value work, suggesting that revised assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins support a higher valuation base for the stock.Analysis Article • May 13
Broker Revenue Forecasts For LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:LPTH) Are Surging Higher
LightPath Technologies, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LPTH ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making...Narrative Update • May 03
LPTH: Index Addition And Defense Order Will Shape Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have lifted their price target on LightPath Technologies by $5.50, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E that refine rather than overhaul their prior valuation view. Analyst Commentary Recent price target revisions for LightPath Technologies signal that while analysts see scope for upside, some remain careful about how much they are willing to pay for that potential.Narrative Update • Apr 19
LPTH: Drone Supply Chain Role And Index Addition Will Shape Future Multiple
Narrative Update on LightPath Technologies The analyst price target for LightPath Technologies has moved higher, with recent Street research citing increased confidence around the company's inroads into the drone supply chain and updated growth assumptions. This has resulted in a revised fair value estimate of $14.00, supported by modestly higher forecast revenue growth and a slightly lower assumed future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Apr 05
LPTH: Drone Supply Chain Progress Will Support Margins And Index Inclusion Tailwinds
Analyst price targets for LightPath Technologies have increased by several dollars to around $15. Analysts attribute the higher targets to updated projections from multiple firms and heightened interest related to the company's progress in areas such as the drone supply chain.Narrative Update • Mar 22
LPTH: Drone Supply Chain Orders Will Support Margin Expansion Through FY27
Analysts have modestly raised their price targets for LightPath Technologies, including a $5 increase at H.C. Wainwright and a $0.50 increase at Canaccord. These changes point to expectations related to the company's expanding role in areas such as the drone supply chain.Narrative Update • Mar 07
LPTH: Drone Supply Chain Inroads Will Test New Higher Multiple
Narrative Update on LightPath Technologies Our analyst price target for LightPath Technologies has been revised from $10.00 to $14.00. This revision reflects updated Street research, in which analysts cite recent price target increases and new coverage as support for their views on the company.Narrative Update • Feb 21
LPTH: Drone Supply Chain Inroads Will Support Margin Expansion Through FY27
Narrative Update: LightPath Technologies We are lifting our analyst price target on LightPath Technologies to $15.10 from $10.50, reflecting analysts' higher Street targets and their view that recent work in drone supply chains and other end markets supports using a richer forward P/E multiple, despite slightly moderated revenue growth and margin assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on LightPath highlights a cluster of higher price targets and fresh coverage that centers on the company’s positioning in drone supply chains and related end markets.Seeking Alpha • Feb 18
LightPath Technologies: Still Growing, But Valuation And Technical Concerns Loom
Summary LightPath is transitioning to a vertically integrated provider of high-value infrared optics and camera systems, leveraging its Black Diamond technology and G5 Infrared acquisition. LightPath is positioned well to benefit from the 2026 NDAA, which may support multi-year growth. I am lowering my rating to 'HOLD' due to the high valuation and technical bearish signals which creates a near-term pullback risk despite the strong long-term prospects. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Feb 07
LPTH: Drone Supply Chain Inroads And Systems Shift Will Support Future Upside
Narrative Update The analyst price target for LightPath Technologies has moved higher into a US$11 to US$14 range, with analysts pointing to progress in drone supply chain exposure, a shift toward higher value systems, strong backlog, and expectations for continued revenue momentum and margins as the key reasons for the change. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have been increasingly constructive on LightPath Technologies, pointing to both execution on its current backlog and potential upside from newer growth areas such as drone supply chain exposure and higher value systems offerings.Narrative Update • Jan 23
LPTH: Backlog Strength And Higher Margin Mix Will Drive Earnings Power
Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for LightPath Technologies from US$11.00 to US$17.00. This reflects higher price targets supported by a robust backlog, expectations for stronger revenue growth and margins, and confidence that momentum can extend through FY26 and FY27.Narrative Update • Jan 09
LPTH: Elevated Multiple Will Rely On Backlog Conversion And Pipeline Execution
Narrative Update: LightPath Technologies Analysts have lifted their price targets on LightPath into a higher range, with one set of forecasts moving from US$3.00 to US$10.00 and Street targets recently rising as high as US$14, citing a strong backlog, faster revenue growth, improving margins, and expectations for continued momentum into FY26 and FY27. Analyst Commentary The recent research updates around LightPath are centered on higher price targets, with forecasts moving into the US$10 to US$14 range.Narrative Update • Dec 25
LPTH: Record Backlog And Major Orders Will Drive Stronger Earnings Power
Analysts have raised their price target on LightPath Technologies to $11 from $7, citing faster projected revenue growth, expanding margins and a robust, potentially transformational backlog that supports stronger long term earnings power. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are coalescing around a higher valuation framework for LightPath Technologies, pointing to accelerating demand trends, a swelling backlog and evidence that the company is successfully moving up the value chain into higher margin systems and solutions.Analysis Article • Dec 23
LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:LPTH) Stocks Shoot Up 37% But Its P/S Still Looks Reasonable
LightPath Technologies, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LPTH ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 37% after a shaky...Narrative Update • Dec 11
LPTH: Record Backlog Will Support Margin Expansion Through FY26 And FY27
Analysts have nudged their price targets on LightPath Technologies higher into a roughly $10 to $11 range, citing a record and robust backlog, accelerating revenue growth with improving margins, and confidence that the company's move up the value chain can sustain momentum through FY26 and FY27. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are aligning around a constructive view on LightPath, arguing that the recent price target hikes better reflect the company’s accelerating growth profile, expanding margins, and growing strategic relevance in its end markets.Narrative Update • Nov 27
LPTH: Record Backlog Will Drive Demand and Margin Expansion Into 2027
Analysts have raised their price target for LightPath Technologies from $9.75 to $10.50 per share, citing LightPath's strong backlog, improved pipeline opportunities, and the early success of its strategy to move up the value chain as key drivers for their updated outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent research notes reflect a largely optimistic outlook on LightPath Technologies, as analysts have significantly raised their price targets based on the company's evolving strategy and strong performance metrics.Analysis Article • Nov 17
LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ:LPTH) Has Debt But No Earnings; Should You Worry?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Narrative Update • Nov 13
LPTH: Record Backlog Will Drive Momentum Through Fiscal 2027
Analysts have raised their price target for LightPath Technologies significantly, increasing it from $8.13 to $9.75 per share. They cite stronger revenue growth, an improved backlog, and expectations of continued momentum as key factors behind the upward adjustment.Analysis Article • Oct 14
LightPath Technologies, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:LPTH) 62% Jump Shows Its Popularity With Investors
Despite an already strong run, LightPath Technologies, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LPTH ) shares have been powering on, with a gain...Narrative Update • Sep 27
Acquisition And Shift To Solutions Will Unlock Future Markets
Analysts have raised their price targets for LightPath Technologies, citing strong order momentum, a substantial new $40M contract, improving operational efficiencies, and robust demand driving a favorable outlook, resulting in the consensus price target increasing from $5.30 to $8.12. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite positive win momentum and a favorable FY26 outlook as key reasons for raising price targets, despite near-term lighter profitability results.Narrative Update • Sep 05
Acquisition And Shift To Solutions Will Unlock Future Markets
The consensus analyst price target for LightPath Technologies has increased to $5.30, as a modest uptick in future P/E suggests slightly higher market expectations despite only a marginal adjustment in revenue growth forecasts. What's in the News Secured an $18.2 million purchase order to supply advanced infrared camera systems to a leading global technology customer in CY 2026.Analysis Article • Aug 23
LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:LPTH) Looks Just Right With A 26% Price Jump
LightPath Technologies, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LPTH ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last...
New Narrative • Apr 05
Acquisition And Shift To Solutions Will Unlock Future Markets
The acquisition of G5 Infrared enables LightPath to transition into a solutions provider, potentially increasing revenue with expanded offerings and defense contracts.Analysis Article • Feb 19
LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:LPTH) Stocks Pounded By 27% But Not Lagging Industry On Growth Or Pricing
LightPath Technologies, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LPTH ) shares have retraced a considerable 27% in the last month, reversing a...Seeking Alpha • Jan 21
Breaking The Glass Ceiling: LightPath Technologies' BlackDiamond Advantage
Summary LightPath Technologies is a micro-cap company specializing in optical components, with significant growth in defense contracts and high-value camera solutions. Recent financial performance shows revenue growth, improved gross margins, and a strong cash position, despite rising expenses and net losses. LPTH's strategic pivot to complete systems and defense market expansion, including potential Lockheed Martin contracts, presents compelling growth opportunities. Despite challenges like regulatory hurdles and debt, LPTH's momentum and market potential make it a "Buy" for higher-risk, speculative portfolios. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jan 10
Does LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ:LPTH) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Dec 14
LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:LPTH) Stocks Shoot Up 39% But Its P/S Still Looks Reasonable
LightPath Technologies, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LPTH ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 39% gain in the last...Analysis Article • Nov 13
We Think Shareholders May Want To Consider A Review Of LightPath Technologies, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:LPTH) CEO Compensation Package
Key Insights LightPath Technologies will host its Annual General Meeting on 20th of November Salary of US$378.1k is...Analysis Article • Sep 11
Positive Sentiment Still Eludes LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:LPTH) Following 26% Share Price Slump
LightPath Technologies, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LPTH ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very...Analysis Article • Feb 08
Market Participants Recognise LightPath Technologies, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:LPTH) Revenues Pushing Shares 28% Higher
LightPath Technologies, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LPTH ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 28% after a shaky...Analysis Article • Nov 10
Shareholders May Be Wary Of Increasing LightPath Technologies, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:LPTH) CEO Compensation Package
Key Insights LightPath Technologies' Annual General Meeting to take place on 16th of November Salary of US$360.5k is...Shareholder Returns
| LPTH | US Electronic | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 0.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% |
| 1Y | 464.1% | 97.6% | 28.2% |
Return vs Industry: LPTH exceeded the US Electronic industry which returned 97.5% over the past year.
Return vs Market: LPTH exceeded the US Market which returned 28.5% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| LPTH volatility | |
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| LPTH Average Weekly Movement | 14.9% |
| Electronic Industry Average Movement | 9.2% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.0% |
Stable Share Price: LPTH's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: LPTH's weekly volatility (15%) has been stable over the past year, but is still higher than 75% of US stocks.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 348 | Sam Rubin | www.lightpath.com |
LightPath Technologies, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and distributes optical systems and assemblies in the United States. It offers precision molded glass aspheric optics, molded and diamond-turned infrared aspheric lenses, spherical lenses, and other optical components used to produce products that manipulate light; and infrared products, including catalog and custom infrared optics. The company also offers cooled and uncooled camera systems and modules for long range surveillance and detection, and engineering services.
LightPath Technologies, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| LPTH fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$1.07b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$23.46m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$62.77m |
17.0x
P/S Ratio-45.4x
P/E RatioIs LPTH overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| LPTH income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$62.77m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$42.62m |
| Gross Profit | US$20.15m |
| Other Expenses | US$43.61m |
| Earnings | -US$23.46m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -0.37 |
| Gross Margin | 32.10% |
| Net Profit Margin | -37.38% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0.2% |
How did LPTH 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 | 2026/06/01 14:14 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/29 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/06/30 |
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.
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Analyst Sources
LightPath Technologies, Inc. is covered by 10 analysts. 4 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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| Ku Kang | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Austin Moeller | Canaccord Genuity |
| Catharine Trebnick | Colliers Securities |