nLIGHT Stock

nLIGHT EV/EBIT

The EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of nLIGHT (LASR) as of Jul 29, 2026 is -107.84. In the previous year, EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) was -43.62 — a change of 147.22% (lower).

EV/EBIT

-107.84

YoY

147.22%

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EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of nLIGHT is 2026 -107.84 . EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of nLIGHT was 2025 -43.62 . It decreases by 147.22% lower compared to the previous year.

The nLIGHT EV/EBIT history

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PRICE-TO-EBIT
Date
PRICE-TO-EBIT
Jan 1, 2019
-76.67 base
Jan 1, 2020
-60.31 base
Jan 1, 2021
-34.30 base
Jan 1, 2022
-8.29 base
Jan 1, 2023
-13.49 base
Jan 1, 2024
-7.66 base
Jan 1, 2025
-71.96 base
Jan 1, 2026 (e)
-58.34 base
YEARPRICE-TO-EBIT
2026 est -58.34
2025 -71.96
2024 -7.66
2023 -13.49
2022 -8.29
2021 -34.30
2020 -60.31
2019 -76.67
2018 42.97
2017 -
2016 -
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nLIGHT Valuation

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Price-to-Earnings Ratio (P/E)

The P/E ratio divides nLIGHT's share price by its earnings per share. It tells you how many years of current earnings you are "paying for" when you buy the stock. A P/E of 20 means you pay $20 for every $1 of annual earnings. The S&P 500 historically trades at an average P/E of roughly 15–17. A P/E significantly above that may signal high growth expectations; one below may indicate undervaluation — or declining business quality.

Price-to-Sales Ratio (P/S)

The P/S ratio divides market capitalization by total revenue. Unlike the P/E ratio, it works even for companies that are not yet profitable, making it essential for evaluating high-growth firms. A P/S below 1.0 may indicate undervaluation, while ratios above 10 are typically reserved for fast-growing tech or SaaS companies with high expected future margins.

Price-to-EBIT Ratio

This ratio relates nLIGHT's market price to its operating earnings, excluding the effects of debt structure and tax jurisdiction. It is particularly useful for comparing companies across different countries or with different levels of leverage, because it focuses purely on operational profitability. Lower values suggest cheaper operational earnings.

How to Use This Chart

This chart plots nLIGHT's valuation multiples over time. Compare the current P/E, P/S, and P/EBIT to their own historical averages — if the current ratio is well below the multi-year average, the stock may be relatively cheap compared to its own track record. Combine this with industry comparisons: a P/E that looks high in absolute terms may be justified if nLIGHT grows earnings faster than its peers.

nLIGHT Stock analysis

What does nLIGHT do? nLIGHT Inc is a global company that manufactures advanced laser technology products. It was founded in 2000 in Vancouver, Washington, USA, and has since relocated its headquarters to Camas, Washington. The company has become a comprehensive solutions provider for customers from various industries and has expanded its influence to multiple countries. The business model of nLIGHT Inc is focused on supporting customers in complex processes and ensuring high productivity and cost-effectiveness. The company relies on long-term partnerships and intensive customer care to best fulfill their specific needs. Constant product development to meet rapidly changing requirements is a top priority. nLIGHT operates in three main business areas – industrial applications, medical applications, and defense. The company offers a wide range of products for use in these areas, providing the suitable device for every need. Products for industrial applications include fiber lasers used for cutting, welding, and marking metal, battery services used in the automotive industry for assembling electric vehicle parts, and laser sensors for dentistry. In the field of medical applications, the company offers surgical laser systems for ophthalmology or cosmetic applications such as hair removal or scar treatment. In the defense sector, nLIGHT has developed groundbreaking products, including laser target trackers that increase military precision, and laser drug detectors capable of identifying up to 100 different substances within seconds. One of nLIGHT's latest innovations is the CLX module, based on CLC technology. This technology enhances the speed, energy efficiency, and performance of lasers. The module can effectively be used in various applications such as welding. Throughout the years, nLIGHT has gained an excellent reputation for high-quality, precision-crafted products and unparalleled customer care. The company has focused on research and development to improve the performance, quality, and user-friendliness of its products. It operates manufacturing facilities on multiple continents and has sales and support teams worldwide to provide customers with the highest level of service and support. In summary, nLIGHT is a leading provider of laser technology and products. The company is known for its technological and product innovations, high quality standards, and commitment to customer satisfaction. nLIGHT has focused on building long-lasting, fruitful partnerships with customers in a variety of industries, catering to their needs with a wide range of advanced products. nLIGHT is one of the most popular companies on Eulerpool.

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EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of nLIGHT is -107.84 in 2026.

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