nLIGHT Q2 revenue exceeds expectations, driven by aerospace and defense growth.
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Thursday, Aug 7, 2025 4:41 pm ET1min read
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nLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ: LASR), a leading provider of high-power lasers for mission-critical applications, reported its second-quarter 2025 financial results, which exceeded market expectations. The company's revenue, gross margin, and Adjusted EBITDA all outperformed analyst forecasts, driven by strong demand for its directed energy products and laser sensing solutions.
Revenue Growth and Gross Margin
For the quarter ending June 30, 2025, nLIGHT reported revenues of $61.73 million, a 22.2% increase year-over-year from $50.51 million in the same period last year [2]. The company's gross margin improved to 29.9% compared to 23.5% in the same quarter of 2024, reflecting enhanced operational efficiency and pricing strategies.
Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter of 2025 was $5.55 million, a significant improvement over the $1.599 million recorded in the same period last year. This metric, which excludes non-operating items and stock-based compensation, provides a clearer picture of the company's operational performance.
Operating Performance
nLIGHT's operating loss narrowed to $4.236 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, from $12.690 million, or $0.25 per diluted share, in the same quarter last year. The company's non-GAAP net income improved to $2.9 million, or $0.06 per diluted share, from a loss of $4.6 million, or $0.10 per diluted share, in the same period last year.
Outlook for 2025
The company's outlook for the third quarter of 2025 is promising, with revenues expected to range from $62 million to $67 million. nLIGHT also increased its aerospace and defense revenue outlook for 2025 to at least 40% year-over-year growth, up from its prior outlook of at least 25% [2].
Investor Conference Call
nLIGHT will hold an investor conference call on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time, to discuss its second-quarter 2025 results. The call can be accessed via the web at nLIGHT's Investor Relations page at [http://investors.nlight.net](http://investors.nlight.net).
Conclusion
nLIGHT's Q2 2025 financial results demonstrate robust growth and improved operational efficiency. The company's strong performance in the directed energy and laser sensing markets, coupled with a positive outlook for 2025, positions it as a leader in its sector.
References
[1] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nlight-lasr-reports-q2-everything-031414948.html
[2] https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250807377741/en/nLIGHT-Inc.-Announces-Second-Quarter-2025-Results
• nLIGHT reports Q2 2025 financial results, exceeding expectations. • Revenue, gross margin, and Adjusted EBITDA ahead of forecasts. • Directed energy products and laser sensing solutions drive growth. • Aerospace & Defense revenue reaches record high. • Outlook for 2025 increased to at least 40% growth.
Title: nLIGHT Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results, Exceeding ExpectationsnLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ: LASR), a leading provider of high-power lasers for mission-critical applications, reported its second-quarter 2025 financial results, which exceeded market expectations. The company's revenue, gross margin, and Adjusted EBITDA all outperformed analyst forecasts, driven by strong demand for its directed energy products and laser sensing solutions.
Revenue Growth and Gross Margin
For the quarter ending June 30, 2025, nLIGHT reported revenues of $61.73 million, a 22.2% increase year-over-year from $50.51 million in the same period last year [2]. The company's gross margin improved to 29.9% compared to 23.5% in the same quarter of 2024, reflecting enhanced operational efficiency and pricing strategies.
Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter of 2025 was $5.55 million, a significant improvement over the $1.599 million recorded in the same period last year. This metric, which excludes non-operating items and stock-based compensation, provides a clearer picture of the company's operational performance.
Operating Performance
nLIGHT's operating loss narrowed to $4.236 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, from $12.690 million, or $0.25 per diluted share, in the same quarter last year. The company's non-GAAP net income improved to $2.9 million, or $0.06 per diluted share, from a loss of $4.6 million, or $0.10 per diluted share, in the same period last year.
Outlook for 2025
The company's outlook for the third quarter of 2025 is promising, with revenues expected to range from $62 million to $67 million. nLIGHT also increased its aerospace and defense revenue outlook for 2025 to at least 40% year-over-year growth, up from its prior outlook of at least 25% [2].
Investor Conference Call
nLIGHT will hold an investor conference call on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time, to discuss its second-quarter 2025 results. The call can be accessed via the web at nLIGHT's Investor Relations page at [http://investors.nlight.net](http://investors.nlight.net).
Conclusion
nLIGHT's Q2 2025 financial results demonstrate robust growth and improved operational efficiency. The company's strong performance in the directed energy and laser sensing markets, coupled with a positive outlook for 2025, positions it as a leader in its sector.
References
[1] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nlight-lasr-reports-q2-everything-031414948.html
[2] https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250807377741/en/nLIGHT-Inc.-Announces-Second-Quarter-2025-Results
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