nLIGHT, Inc. Common Stock
LASRnLIGHT, Inc. (LASR) is a provider of high-power semiconductor laser products used in various industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace applications. The company designs and manufactures laser systems that enable precision cutting, welding, and other manufacturing processes, leveraging advanced laser diode technologies. Founded in 2000, nLIGHT has established itself as a key player in the development of innovative laser solutions for demanding applications across multiple industries.
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nLIGHT CEO Scott Keeney sold 24,990 shares for approximately $1.89 million on June 3-4, 2026. The sale was driven by tax withholding obligations for vesting RSUs and a pre-established Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, not insider concerns. Keeney retained over 2 million shares post-transaction. The stock has surged 269% in the past year, driven by strong...
nLIGHT's CFO Joseph Corso sold 55,719 shares worth approximately $3.88 million on May 19-20, 2026, representing 23.88% of his direct holdings. The sale was driven by tax withholding obligations and a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted in September 2025, not insider concerns. The transaction occurred amid the stock's 442% year-over-year...
Needham Investment Management purchased 65,000 additional shares of nLIGHT (LASR) in Q1 2026, valued at $3.52 million, bringing their position to $109.63 million (5.6% of AUM). The stock has surged nearly 400% over the past year, driven by strong Q1 earnings with 55% revenue growth to $80.2 million, expanded gross margins, and a return to profita...
nLight Inc (NASDAQ: LASR) shares jumped 5.64% to $66.63 after Baird initiated coverage with an Outperform rating and a $95 price target. The surge reflects growing demand for the company's high-power laser systems used in directed-energy weapons amid escalating Middle East conflict. The stock is trading near its 52-week high and has surged 698.83...
Nvidia announced partnerships with Coherent and Lumentum for optical technology development, causing those stocks to rise 14-15%. Surprisingly, smaller optics companies nLIGHT and Applied Optoelectronics jumped even higher by 20-21%, as investors bet they could become future Nvidia partners or acquisition targets. However, the author expresses sk...
