Lightpath Technologies Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ:LPTH) announces CEO Sam Rubin's invitation to speak at the National Day of Glass conference in Washington, DC from April 5-7, 2022. His presentation will focus on the company's supply chain strategies for infrared glass, emphasizing alignment with White House Executive Order 14017. This aims to reduce reliance on germanium imports from China and Russia, identified as critical by the Department of Defense. Additionally, Rubin will present at the SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing conference in Orlando, highlighting innovative supply chain methods. Presentation materials will be available on their website.

Attollo Engineering has partnered with LightPath Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: LPTH) to design and supply freeform optical components for Attollo's LiDAR products. This collaboration aims to enhance the performance of Attollo's Laser Rangefinders while reducing costs and weight. Utilizing LightPath's precision molding technology will facilitate quick production scaling. Both companies are focused on delivering cutting-edge solutions in infrared systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), emphasizing accuracy and reliability.

LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ:LPTH) will participate in the Maxim Group Virtual Growth Conference from March 28-30, 2022. The presentation will be accessible to Maxim Group clients and registered attendees via a provided link, active only during the event. Interested investors can request virtual meetings with management through Maxim representatives. LightPath specializes in optical and infrared technologies, serving various industries including defense and telecommunications. More information will be available on its website during the conference.

LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ: LPTH) updates on operational impacts from the recent COVID-19 outbreaks in China and the Russia-Ukraine war. The company reported 1,337 new COVID cases in China as of March 13, 2022, exceeding the year’s prior total. While LightPath continues operations, some employees are quarantined, affecting supply chains and expected revenue reductions of $1.0 to $1.25 million for the fiscal third quarter ending March 31, 2022. However, there have been no order cancellations, indicating stability. Upcoming financial results will be reported on May 12, 2022.

LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ: LPTH) announced military qualification for its Diamond Like Carbon (DLC) coating process on Black Diamond (BD6) infrared lenses. This milestone enables access to the significant defense market, as military contracts require high-volume production. The qualification follows rigorous testing, enhancing the company's manufacturing capabilities in Florida and Latvia. LightPath has also secured an exclusive optical license from the U.S. Navy, facilitating growth in the infrared imaging sector projected to reach $8.3 billion by 2025.

LightPath Technologies reported a fiscal 2022 Q2 revenue of $9.2 million, a 7% decrease year-over-year. The company is experiencing growth in its freeform optics segment, with 8 ongoing projects expected to generate $1-5 million annually each. LightPath has expanded its manufacturing capabilities and secured a $4.2 million supply agreement. However, it faced a $1.1 million net loss, attributed to management transition expenses in China and a drop in telecommunications orders. Cash reserves stood at $5.1 million with total debt of $4.7 million.

LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ: LPTH) has announced investor events including a fiscal 2022 second quarter financial results conference call on February 10, 2022, at 5:00 PM ET. A press release will precede this at market close. Additionally, the company will participate in A.G.P.'s Virtual Emerging Growth Technology Conference on February 2, 2022, conducting 1:1 meetings with institutional investors. Presentation materials will be available on their website.

LightPath designs and manufactures optical and infrared components for diverse industries, with operations based in Orlando, Florida.

LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ: LPTH) completed its coating operations expansion in Riga, Latvia, investing over $1.5 million in advanced coating machines. This upgrade enhances its production capacity for infrared optics, crucial for applications such as thermal imaging, military defense, and medical diagnostics. CEO Sam Rubin emphasized that the expansion will streamline operations and improve profitability by reducing lead times and costs. CFO Al Miranda noted the capacity will enable better responsiveness to customer needs and improve margins, thereby increasing cash generation.