Ouster Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 0/6
Ouster has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 11.2%, while the Electronic industry saw earnings growing at 2.9% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 38% per year.
Key information
11.20%
Earnings growth rate
40.63%
EPS growth rate
| Electronic Industry Growth | 15.34% |
| Revenue growth rate | 37.95% |
| Return on equity | -14.36% |
| Net Margin | -26.03% |
| Last Earnings Update | 30 Jun 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Sep 04
Ouster Is Becoming A Serious Physical AI Player
Summary Ouster is broadening beyond lidar into AI, robotics, and smart infrastructure via Rev8, Stereolabs, and BlueCity, expanding growth opportunities but complicating valuation. Q2 2026 revenue rose 56% to $55M, but gross margin was inflated by a one-off; underlying profitability remains elusive, with break-even expected only by 2028. At $35, OUST trades at ~69x 2028E EPS; even optimistic 2031 scenarios yield only moderate annual returns, making the current risk/reward unattractive. I rate OUST Hold, seeing better value around $27–$30 or if Rev8 scales faster and EPS estimates rise materially. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Sep 03
OUST: Physical AI Adoption In Robotics And Automation Will Drive Future Upside
The analyst price target for Ouster has shifted from $33 to $52. Analysts cite expanding lidar demand across industrial automation, robotics, autonomous systems, and emerging humanoid robotics as key drivers behind the revised assumptions on fair value and future P/E multiples.
Narrative Update • Aug 14
OUST: Physical AI And Robotics Demand Will Drive Future Autonomy Upside
Analysts have lifted the average Ouster price target to about $58 from roughly $52, citing expanding lidar opportunities across humanoid robotics, industrial automation, drones, autonomous vehicles, and Counter UAS applications as key drivers behind the updated view. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Ouster highlights a mix of enthusiasm for its lidar and perception platform, along with some execution questions that investors should weigh against the higher price targets now in play.Narrative Update • Jul 31
OUST: Physical AI And Robotics Demand Will Drive Future Sensor Autonomy Upside
The average analyst price target for Ouster has risen from about $49.00 to roughly $52.14. Analysts point to expanding market opportunities for its lidar and perception platform across robotics, industrial automation, and defense related use cases.Narrative Update • Jul 17
OUST: Defense And Infrastructure Demand Will Drive Sensor Autonomy Upside
Ouster's analyst price target has been revised higher to $57, with several firms citing growing customer traction for Rev8, an expanding addressable market from LiDAR and camera offerings, and expectations for firmer pricing and revenue growth as key drivers behind the updated valuation inputs. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Ouster highlights a mix of enthusiasm around its technology stack and customer traction, along with questions about execution and timing.Narrative Update • Jul 02
OUST: Defense And Infrastructure Hype Will Later Expose Cash Flow Risk
Ouster's analyst price target has risen from $39.67 to $46.86, as analysts highlight the company's lidar and stereoscopic camera portfolio, its expanded total addressable market following new product launches and defense partnerships, and a path they expect could move cash flow closer to breakeven over the coming years. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Ouster clusters around its lidar and stereoscopic camera portfolio, the expanded total addressable market tied to new products and defense work, and a long-term path that some analysts expect could move cash flow closer to breakeven.Narrative Update • Jun 18
OUST: Physical AI Adoption Risk Will Dominate Future Stock Performance
The analyst price target for Ouster stock has shifted to $75. Analysts point to the company's lidar and stereoscopic camera platform, expanding use cases such as Counter-UAS integrations, and expectations for revenue growth and profit margin improvement as key supports for this updated view.Analysis Article • Jun 16
Ouster (OUST) Stock Valuation After Rev8 Manufacturing Expansion And New BlueCity Lidar Launch
Ouster (OUST) has put its Rev8 digital lidar platform at the center of several recent moves, including an expanded manufacturing partnership, a new BlueCity traffic solution, and fresh robotics collaborations that spotlight its multi-sector ambitions. See our latest analysis for Ouster. These product launches and manufacturing moves have arrived alongside strong trading momentum, with a 1-day share price return of 13.52% and a 90-day share price return of 111.22%. The 1-year total shareholder...
Narrative Update • Jun 04
OUST: Physical AI Sensor Adoption And Defense Uses Will Drive Upside
Ouster's fair value estimate has moved from $49.14 to $73.38 as analysts factor in higher Street price targets, including Roth Capital's new $75 initiation and upward revisions tied to lidar and camera expansion into AI autonomy and defense use cases. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are leaning into Ouster's positioning in lidar and stereoscopic cameras, tying recent price target shifts to the stock's perceived role in AI autonomy and defense-focused sensing.Narrative Update • May 15
OUST: Physical AI Execution And Discount Rate Shifts Will Shape Future Upside
Analysts raised their 12 month price target on Ouster by $2. This reflects updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • May 01
OUST: Expanded Share Capacity And Traffic Contracts Will Support 2026 Bullish Thesis
Analysts have kept their average price target for Ouster steady at about $39.67, reflecting largely unchanged assumptions on fair value, growth, margins, and future P/E, while fine tuning discount rate and profitability inputs. What's in the News Plans for the June 17, 2026 annual meeting include a proposal to amend the Certificate of Incorporation to increase authorized common shares from 100,000,000 to 200,000,000.Narrative Update • Apr 16
OUST: Defense-Certified Sensors And Physical AI Pipeline Will Support 2026 Top Pick Thesis
Analysts now see Ouster's fair value per share at about $39.67, up slightly from $39.50. This reflects updated assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and a higher future P/E estimate.Narrative Update • Apr 02
OUST: Physical AI Focus And Q1 2026 Revenue Outlook Will Support Separation
Analysts have kept their $33 price target for Ouster unchanged, citing its selection as a 2026 Top Pick and their view that a strong balance sheet and focus on industrial, smart infrastructure and robotics markets support the company separating from a once larger group of competitors. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights Ouster as a 2026 Top Pick heading into a major industry event in Las Vegas.Narrative Update • Mar 19
OUST: Physical AI Focus And Balance Sheet Strength Will Support 2026 Separation
Analysts have adjusted their price target on Ouster to $38, reflecting expectations that the company can further differentiate itself from lidar peers as it focuses on industrial, smart infrastructure and robotics markets and benefits from what they view as a solid balance sheet. Analyst Commentary Analysts highlighting Ouster as a top pick for 2026 point to what they view as a clearer competitive position versus other lidar names, supported by a balance sheet they see as capable of ongoing investment.Narrative Update • Mar 04
OUST: 2026 Top Pick And Physical AI Focus Will Drive Separation
Narrative Update on Ouster Analysts have maintained their $33.00 price target for Ouster, pointing to its selection as a 2026 top pick and highlighting expectations that the company continues to distinguish itself financially and operationally by focusing early on industrial, smart infrastructure and robotics or Physical AI markets. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary around Ouster centers on its inclusion as a 2026 top pick heading into the CES show in Las Vegas.Narrative Update • Feb 18
OUST: 2026 Top Pick Status And Physical AI Focus Will Support Upside
Narrative Update on Ouster The analyst price target for Ouster has moved to $38, with analysts pointing to the company’s stronger financial and operational position, supported by its balance sheet and focus on industrial, smart infrastructure and robotics or Physical AI markets. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary highlights a split view on Ouster.Analysis Article • Feb 09
We Think Ouster (NASDAQ:OUST) Can Easily Afford To Drive Business Growth
Just because a business does not make any money, does not mean that the stock will go down. For example, biotech and...Narrative Update • Feb 04
OUST: Defense Certification And 2026 Top Pick Status Will Support Upside
Analysts have lifted their price target on Ouster to $33, citing its selection as a 2026 top pick and the perceived moat created by recent Department of Defense certification, along with growing traction in industrial, smart infrastructure, and robotics markets. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a split view around Ouster, even as some firms spotlight the stock with higher price targets and ratings.Narrative Update • Jan 21
OUST: Defense Certification Moat Will Support 2026 Top Pick Thesis
Analysts have lifted their price expectations for Ouster into the mid to high US$30s, citing its selection as a 2026 top pick, a higher US$33 target from Cantor Fitzgerald, as well as growing confidence in its DOD certified LiDAR "moat" and focus on industrial, smart infrastructure and robotics markets. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight Ouster's selection as a 2026 top pick as a sign of confidence in its ability to stand out financially and operationally from a crowded LiDAR group.Analysis Article • Jan 15
Ouster, Inc. (NASDAQ:OUST) Stocks Shoot Up 26% But Its P/S Still Looks Reasonable
Ouster, Inc. ( NASDAQ:OUST ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced 26% in the last...Narrative Update • Jan 06
OUST: Defense Certification And Overweight Rating Will Support Future Moat Expansion
Analysts have lifted their price target for Ouster to $33 from $30, citing the recent upgrade to Overweight and the view that the company's Department of Defense certification for its OS1 LiDAR sensor creates a meaningful competitive moat. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to the move to Overweight and the higher US$33 price target as a signal that they see the current valuation as not fully reflecting the company's recent execution.Narrative Update • Dec 19
OUST: Defense Certification Will Support Durable Competitive Moat And Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their price target on Ouster to $33 from $30, citing the company's Q3 revenue beat and the view that recent Department of Defense certification creates a durable competitive moat. Analyst Commentary While the latest rating change reflects increased confidence in Ouster's long term positioning, some bearish analysts remain cautious on the sustainability of recent momentum and the implications for valuation.Narrative Update • Dec 05
OUST: Defense Certification Will Drive Moat Expansion And Support Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged their price target on Ouster modestly higher to approximately $39.50 per share, citing accelerating revenue growth, a slightly higher discount rate, and the strengthening competitive moat from recent Department of Defense certification and an upgraded Overweight rating as key supports for the updated outlook. Analyst Commentary Analyst commentary around Ouster has turned more constructive following the recent Department of Defense certification, with upside revisions to ratings and price targets reflecting increased confidence in the company’s strategic positioning and growth trajectory.Narrative Update • Nov 21
OUST: Defense Certification Will Create a Durable Moat for Future Upside
Analysts have raised Ouster's price target slightly to $39.50 from $39.00, citing the company's strengthened competitive position following a key Department of Defense certification and record Q3 revenue performance. Analyst Commentary Analysts have recently updated their outlook on Ouster, reflecting both the company's strong execution and areas of caution that could impact future performance and valuation.Narrative Update • Nov 07
OUST: Defense Certification Will Drive Wider Adoption Across Key Markets
Analysts have raised their price target for Ouster from $35 to $39, citing recent Department of Defense certification and robust revenue growth as key drivers behind the more optimistic valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent upgrades and target price increases reflect analysts' shifting perspectives on Ouster's outlook as the company demonstrates both operational momentum and opportunities for further market penetration.Analysis Article • Oct 16
Ouster, Inc. (NASDAQ:OUST) Stocks Shoot Up 27% But Its P/S Still Looks Reasonable
The Ouster, Inc. ( NASDAQ:OUST ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of 27...Narrative Update • Aug 15
Lidar And Physical AI Will Transform Industrial Automation Worldwide
With both Net Profit Margin and Discount Rate showing only marginal movement, the fair value estimate for Ouster remains effectively unchanged at $35.00. What's in the News Ouster is expanding its BlueCity traffic management solution in Utah, supported by a five-year contract with UDOT, to over a hundred intersections across multiple cities.Analysis Article • Jul 17
Is There An Opportunity With Ouster, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:OUST) 46% Undervaluation?
Key Insights Ouster's estimated fair value is US$54.01 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Ouster is estimated to...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Ouster makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Jun 26 | 205 | -53 | 94 | 70 |
| 31 Mar 26 | 185 | -56 | 95 | 70 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 169 | -60 | 93 | 68 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 137 | -88 | 97 | 67 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 126 | -92 | 97 | 64 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 118 | -95 | 89 | 59 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 111 | -97 | 87 | 58 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 105 | -112 | 62 | 59 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 100 | -122 | 61 | 61 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 92 | -221 | 71 | 73 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 83 | -374 | 96 | 91 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 70 | -377 | 125 | 91 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 59 | -378 | 125 | 91 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 50 | -283 | 116 | 81 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 41 | -139 | 92 | 64 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 42 | -125 | 87 | 64 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 38 | -101 | 85 | 55 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 36 | -105 | 82 | 46 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 34 | -94 | 74 | 35 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 28 | -123 | 63 | 24 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 26 | -130 | 49 | 24 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 23 | -109 | 37 | 24 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 19 | -107 | 30 | 23 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 15 | -69 | 24 | 26 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 11 | -52 | 19 | 23 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 1 | -33 | 10 | 18 |
Quality Earnings: OUST is currently unprofitable.
Growing Profit Margin: OUST is currently unprofitable.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: OUST is unprofitable, but has reduced losses over the past 5 years at a rate of 11.2% per year.
Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare OUST's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable
Earnings vs Industry: OUST is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Electronic industry (22.1%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: OUST has a negative Return on Equity (-14.36%), as it is currently unprofitable.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/11 03:59 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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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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Analyst Sources
Ouster, Inc. is covered by 7 analysts. 6 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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| Andres Sheppard-Slinger | Cantor Fitzgerald & Co. |
| Itay Michaeli | Citigroup Inc |
| Richard Shannon | Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC |