Coherent Plummets 4.63 as $330M Volume Slumps to 314th Rank Amid Semiconductor Sector Woes

On September 23, 2025, , . The stock’s performance reflects broader sector pressures and investor sentiment shifts observed in the optical and photonics industry segment.

Analysts highlighted muted demand for Coherent’s laser and measurement solutions amid delayed capital expenditure cycles in semiconductor manufacturing. While the company has historically benefited from , recent client project deferrals have dampened near-term revenue visibility. Institutional selling pressure was noted in after-hours trading, though no material earnings revisions or executive updates were disclosed.

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