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Lightpath Technologies

LPTH

LightPath Technologies is a vertically integrated global manufacturer of optical solutions, specializing in precision molded glass aspheres and infrared imaging systems.

Market cap
$685.66M+435%
Revenue$62.8M+86.7%
Net income-$23.5M-131%
Free cash flow-$10.3M-58.7%
Trailing twelve months · change vs. prior year

Earnings

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Sep 24, 2026 (in 2 months)
Revenue estimate$20.7M
EPS estimate-$0.01

Financials

Q3 2026

Income statement

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Revenue$19.1M+109%
Net income-$4.1M-14.6%

Balance sheet

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Cash & equivalents$55.2M+753%
Total debt$11.4M-20.7%
Total equity$89.1M+467%
Total assets$144.3M+77.2%

Cash flow

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Operating cash flow-$6.8M-110%
CapEx$899.5K+114%
Free cash flow-$7.7M-110%

Valuation & ratios

Valuation

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Market cap$685.66M+435%
Enterprise value$641.8M+374%
P/S10.9×+7.4×

Profitability

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Net margin-37.4%+11.5pp
FCF margin-16.4%-2.1pp

Returns & leverage

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Return on equity-44.8%+2.1pp
Debt / equity0.1×-0.8×
Current ratio3.9×+1.6×

Competitors

Profile

LightPath Technologies is a vertically integrated global manufacturer of optical solutions, specializing in precision molded glass aspheres and infrared imaging systems. The company provides end-to-end engineering and production services, transitioning from a component manufacturer to a provider of complex imaging subsystems and cameras. Its core value proposition lies in proprietary materials and molding technologies that enable high-performance optical systems at a lower cost and smaller form factor than traditional methods.

Competitive position

A leading provider of precision molded optics and a pioneer in Germanium-free infrared solutions through proprietary BlackDiamond glass.

GeographiesUnited States, China, Latvia, Europe, Asia
Customer segmentsDefense Prime Contractors, Industrial OEMs, Government Agencies, Medical Device Manufacturers
Business modelVertically integrated manufacturing, B2B hardware, Engineering as a service
SuppliersGlass material suppliers (CDGM, Ohara, Sumita), Specialty chemical providers, Inert gas suppliers, Subcontractors for anodizing and metallization
CustomersDefense system integrators, Automotive manufacturers, Medical device companies, Telecommunications infrastructure providers
Listed1996
Employees327.0
CEOShmuel Rubin
FilingsSEC EDGAR

Questions, answered.

What is Lightpath Technologies's market cap?
Lightpath Technologies (LPTH) has a market capitalization of $685.7M and trades on NASDAQ.
What is Lightpath Technologies's revenue and profitability?
Lightpath Technologies generated $62.8M in trailing twelve-month revenue with a net loss of $23.5M, representing a net margin of -37.4%. Gross margin stands at 26.8%, with free cash flow of -$10.3M. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
Who are Lightpath Technologies's competitors?
Lightpath Technologies's key competitors include MKS Instruments, Inc., Teledyne FLIR, Coherent Corp., and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
Who does Lightpath Technologies partner with?
Lightpath Technologies's notable partners include Lockheed Martin, Space Florida.
What subsidiaries does Lightpath Technologies have?
Lightpath Technologies's subsidiaries include ISP Optics Corporation, Visimid Technologies, G5 Infrared LLC, and others.
Where is Lightpath Technologies headquartered?
Lightpath Technologies is headquartered in United States of America and employs approximately 327 people. It has been publicly traded since 1996.