Lightpath Technologies Stock Performance

LPTH Stock  USD 1.86  0.21  12.73%   
The company secures a Beta (Market Risk) of 1.48, which conveys a somewhat significant risk relative to the market. As the market goes up, the company is expected to outperform it. However, if the market returns are negative, LightPath Technologies will likely underperform. At this point, LightPath Technologies has a negative expected return of -0.7%. Please make sure to verify LightPath Technologies' maximum drawdown, as well as the relationship between the accumulation distribution and market facilitation index , to decide if LightPath Technologies performance from the past will be repeated at some point in the near future.

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Over the last 90 days LightPath Technologies has generated negative risk-adjusted returns adding no value to investors with long positions. Despite inconsistent performance in the last few months, the Stock's basic indicators remain fairly strong which may send shares a bit higher in May 2025. The recent confusion may also be a sign of long-lasting up-swing for the firm traders. ...more
Last Split Factor
1:8
Last Split Date
2003-03-04
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LightPath Technologies Inc Q2 2025 Everything You Need To Know Ahead Of Earnings
02/12/2025
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LightPath projects 55M revenue in next 12 months following G5 Infrared acquisition
02/14/2025
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Acquisition by Shmuel Rubin of 1000 shares of LightPath Technologies at 2.56 subject to Rule 16b-3
02/19/2025
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Acquisition by Crider Kimberly Anne of 1000 shares of LightPath Technologies at 2.51 subject to Rule 16b-3
02/20/2025
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Acquisition by Shmuel Rubin of 1000 shares of LightPath Technologies at 2.4522 subject to Rule 16b-3
02/25/2025
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Lightpath Technologies Strong Growth Potential and Attractive Investment Opportunity Amid Acquisition and Market Dynamics - TipRanks
02/27/2025
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Acquisition by Creviston Steven E of 43796 shares of LightPath Technologies subject to Rule 16b-3
03/05/2025
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Insider Trading
03/07/2025
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Acquisition by Peck Darcie of 18367 shares of LightPath Technologies at 2.09 subject to Rule 16b-3
03/17/2025
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LightPath Technologies Secures 4.8 Million Qualification Order for Infrared Cameras with New Defense Customer
03/18/2025
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Disposition of 75000 shares by Albert Miranda of LightPath Technologies at 3.02 subject to Rule 16b-3
03/21/2025
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LightPath Technologies Stock Price Crosses Above 200-Day Moving Average - Time to Sell - MarketBeat
03/25/2025
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Acquisition by Ripp Robert of 419176 shares of LightPath Technologies subject to Rule 16b-3
04/07/2025
Begin Period Cash Flow7.1 M
  

LightPath Technologies Relative Risk vs. Return Landscape

If you would invest  313.00  in LightPath Technologies on January 9, 2025 and sell it today you would lose (127.00) from holding LightPath Technologies or give up 40.58% of portfolio value over 90 days. LightPath Technologies is currently does not generate positive expected returns and assumes 5.1483% risk (volatility on return distribution) over the 90 days horizon. In different words, 45% of stocks are less volatile than LightPath, and 99% of all traded equity instruments are projected to make higher returns than the company over the 90 days investment horizon.
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Given the investment horizon of 90 days LightPath Technologies is expected to under-perform the market. In addition to that, the company is 3.25 times more volatile than its market benchmark. It trades about -0.14 of its total potential returns per unit of risk. The Dow Jones Industrial is currently generating roughly -0.03 per unit of volatility.

LightPath Technologies Market Risk Analysis

Today, many novice investors tend to focus exclusively on investment returns with little concern for LightPath Technologies' investment risk. Standard deviation is the most common way to measure market volatility of stocks, such as LightPath Technologies, and traders can use it to determine the average amount a LightPath Technologies' price has deviated from the expected return over a period of time. It is calculated by determining the expected price for the established period and then subtracting this figure from each price point. The differences are then squared, summed, and averaged to produce the variance.

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Based on monthly moving average LightPath Technologies is not performing at its full potential. However, if added to a well diversified portfolio the total return can be enhanced and market risk can be reduced. You can increase risk-adjusted return of LightPath Technologies by adding LightPath Technologies to a well-diversified portfolio.

LightPath Technologies Fundamentals Growth

LightPath Stock prices reflect investors' perceptions of the future prospects and financial health of LightPath Technologies, and LightPath Technologies fundamentals are critical determinants of its market performance. Overall, investors pay close attention to revenue and earnings growth, profit margins, and debt levels. These fundamentals can have a significant impact on LightPath Stock performance.
Return On Equity-0.3
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Return On Asset-0.11
Profit Margin(0.29) %
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Operating Margin(0.33) %
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Current Valuation82.17 M
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Shares Outstanding42.13 M
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Price To Earning25.96 X
Price To Book2.73 X
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Price To Sales2.41 X
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Revenue31.73 M
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Gross Profit8.91 M
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EBITDA(3.7 M)
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Net Income(8.01 M)
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Cash And Equivalents5.51 M
Cash Per Share0.20 X
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Total Debt10.36 M
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Debt To Equity0.49 %
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Current Ratio2.35 X
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Book Value Per Share0.67 X
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Cash Flow From Operations521.04 K
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Earnings Per Share(0.24) X
Market Capitalization73.31 M
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Total Asset48.09 M
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Retained Earnings(215.84 M)
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Working Capital7.5 M
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Current Asset18.67 M
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Current Liabilities4.53 M
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About LightPath Technologies Performance

By evaluating LightPath Technologies' fundamental ratios, stakeholders can gain valuable insights into LightPath Technologies' financial health, operational efficiency, and overall profitability, helping them make informed investment and management decisions. For instance, if LightPath Technologies has a high ROA and ROE, it suggests that the company is efficiently using its assets and equity to generate substantial profits, making it an attractive investment. Conversely, if LightPath Technologies has a low ROA and ROE, it may indicate underlying issues in asset and equity management, signaling a need for operational improvements. Please also refer to our technical analysis and fundamental analysis pages.
Last ReportedProjected for Next Year
Days Of Inventory On Hand 119.07  153.62 
Return On Tangible Assets(0.19)(0.20)
Return On Capital Employed(0.20)(0.18)
Return On Assets(0.15)(0.16)
Return On Equity(0.24)(0.25)

Things to note about LightPath Technologies performance evaluation

Checking the ongoing alerts about LightPath Technologies for important developments is a great way to find new opportunities for your next move. Stock alerts and notifications screener for LightPath Technologies help investors to be notified of important events, changes in technical or fundamental conditions, and significant headlines that can affect investment decisions.
LightPath Technologies generated a negative expected return over the last 90 days
LightPath Technologies has high historical volatility and very poor performance
LightPath Technologies may become a speculative penny stock
LightPath Technologies has high likelihood to experience some financial distress in the next 2 years
The company reported the previous year's revenue of 31.73 M. Net Loss for the year was (8.01 M) with profit before overhead, payroll, taxes, and interest of 8.91 M.
Latest headline from MacroaxisInsider: Acquisition by Ripp Robert of 419176 shares of LightPath Technologies subject to Rule 16b-3
Evaluating LightPath Technologies' performance can involve analyzing a variety of financial metrics and factors. Some of the key considerations to evaluate LightPath Technologies' stock performance include:
  • Analyzing LightPath Technologies' financial statements, including its income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement, helps in understanding its overall financial health and growth potential.
  • Getting a closer look at valuation ratios like price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio, price-to-sales (P/S) ratio, and price-to-book (P/B) ratio help in understanding whether LightPath Technologies' stock is overvalued or undervalued compared to its peers.
  • Examining LightPath Technologies' industry or sector and how it is performing can give you an idea of its growth potential and how it is positioned relative to its competitors.
  • Evaluating LightPath Technologies' management team can have a significant impact on its success or failure. Reviewing the track record and experience of LightPath Technologies' management team can help you assess the Company's leadership.
  • Pay attention to analyst opinions and ratings of LightPath Technologies' stock. These opinions can provide insight into LightPath Technologies' potential for growth and whether the stock is currently undervalued or overvalued.
It's essential to remember that evaluating LightPath Technologies' stock performance is not an exact science, and many factors can impact LightPath Technologies' stock market price. Therefore, it's also important to diversify your portfolio and not rely solely on one company or stock for your investments.

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