Artisan Small Cap Fund Highlights nLIGHT's (LASR) Laser Business Exit and Improved Profitability

Artisan Small Cap Fund has highlighted nLIGHT (LASR) as a top holding in its Q4 2025 investor letter. The US-based company develops high-power lasers for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. The fund initiated a new position in nLIGHT, citing its strong franchise in non-kinetic laser weapons and potential growth in the defense sector. nLIGHT's shares have gained 643.76% over the past 52 weeks and have a market capitalization of $3.822 billion.