nLight Posts $0.14 Q4 EPS, 71% Year-Over-Year Revenue Growth
nLight posted Q4 adjusted EPS of $0.14, a 23.6% surprise over estimates and compared to a $0.30/share loss a year ago, marking four consecutive quarters of upside. Revenue rose 71% year-over-year to $81.19 million, topping forecasts by 2.5%, while shares have climbed 61.6% year-to-date.
1. Q4 Financial Results
nLight reported adjusted Q4 EPS of $0.14 versus a consensus of $0.11, delivering a 23.6% upside surprise. The company generated $81.19 million in revenue, exceeding analyst forecasts by 2.5%.
2. Year-Over-Year Performance
The Q4 result compares to a $0.30 per share loss and $47.38 million in revenue a year earlier, representing 71% revenue growth. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter in which nLight has beaten both EPS and revenue estimates.
3. Share Price and Market Reaction
nLight’s shares have rallied 61.6% since the start of the year, far outpacing the S&P 500’s 1.5% gain. Investor confidence has been bolstered by consistent earnings surprises and strong top-line growth.
4. Analyst Outlook and Estimates
Consensus expectations for the next quarter stand at $0.06 EPS on $66.04 million in revenue, while full-year projections are $0.29 EPS on $281.79 million. Recent analyst estimate revisions have been positive, reflecting strength in the electronics-semiconductors sector.