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3D Systems Corporation (DDD)
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11/05/2025: DDD (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
4 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $3.25
1 Year Target Price $3.25
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -48.02% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/05/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 353.98M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 1.87 | 52 Weeks Range 1.32 - 5.00 | Updated Date 11/4/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.32 - 5.00 | Updated Date 11/4/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.18 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-11-11 | When - | Estimate -0.1245 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -35.05% | Operating Margin (TTM) -10.76% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -9.96% | Return on Equity (TTM) -46.16% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 451492142 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.86 |
Enterprise Value 451492142 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.86 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.09 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -8.2 | Shares Outstanding 128252556 | Shares Floating 122361916 |
Shares Outstanding 128252556 | Shares Floating 122361916 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.84 | Percent Institutions 62.43 |
Upturn AI SWOT
3D Systems Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
3D Systems Corporation was founded in 1986 by Chuck Hull, who invented stereolithography. It pioneered 3D printing technology and has evolved from offering rapid prototyping to additive manufacturing solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Healthcare: Provides 3D printing solutions for medical and dental applications, including surgical guides, implants, and personalized prosthetics.
- Industrial: Offers 3D printing solutions for various industrial sectors like aerospace, automotive, and consumer goods, focusing on prototyping and production parts.
- Software & Services: Offers software and service solutions that provide tools for design, 3D scan data manipulation, reverse engineering, CAD integration, 3D inspection, 3D printing process simulation, and 3D print management.
Leadership and Structure
Jeffrey Graves serves as the President and CEO. The company has a board of directors overseeing its operations, with a functional organizational structure divided into business units (Healthcare, Industrial) and supporting functions (R&D, Sales, Marketing).
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Figure 4: A modular, scalable 3D printing platform. Market share is difficult to quantify precisely, but it competes with Stratasys' F123 Series and HP's Jet Fusion series. Competitors include HP (HPQ), Stratasys (SSYS), and Markforged (MKFG).
- Stereolithography (SLA) Printers: 3D Systems is a pioneer in SLA technology. Their SLA printers serve industries from healthcare to manufacturing. Competitors include UnionTech, Formlabs, and Stratasys (SSYS).
- Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) Printers: 3D Systems provides SLS printers for end-use parts production. Competitors include EOS, Farsoon Technologies, and HP (HPQ).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The additive manufacturing industry is experiencing growth driven by increased adoption in various sectors. Trends include expanding material options, faster printing speeds, and greater automation.
Positioning
3D Systems is a leading player in the additive manufacturing market, with a comprehensive portfolio of 3D printers, materials, and software. Their competitive advantage lies in their expertise, breadth of offerings, and established customer base.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global additive manufacturing market is expected to reach over $55 billion by 2027. 3D Systems aims to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its strategic focus on healthcare and industrial applications.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Extensive portfolio of 3D printing technologies
- Established customer base
- Experienced leadership team
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent profitability
- Complex organizational structure
- High operating expenses
- Susceptible to economic cycles
Opportunities
- Expanding applications in healthcare and industrial sectors
- Growing demand for customized products
- Strategic partnerships and acquisitions
- Development of new materials and technologies
Threats
- Intense competition
- Rapid technological changes
- Economic downturns
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Stratasys (SSYS)
- Proto Labs (PRLB)
- Materialise (MTLS)
Competitive Landscape
3D Systems faces competition from various players, including Stratasys, Proto Labs, and Materialise. Their advantages include a broad product portfolio and established customer relationships. Disadvantages include high operating costs and inconsistent profitability.
Major Acquisitions
Volumetric Biotechnologies
- Year: 2024
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 400
- Strategic Rationale: Expands 3D Systems presence in bioprinting and regenerative medicine, offering new technologies for creating biocompatible materials and organs.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: 3D Systems has experienced fluctuating growth in recent years, influenced by market conditions and strategic shifts.
Future Projections: Analysts expect 3D Systems to achieve moderate revenue growth in the coming years, driven by expanding applications and strategic initiatives.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include focusing on high-growth markets like healthcare and industrial, streamlining operations, and investing in R&D.
Summary
3D Systems possesses a rich history and broad technology portfolio, yet struggles with consistent profitability. Their strengths lie in established relationships and technology development, but competition and economic sensitivity pose challenges. Focusing on high-growth sectors such as healthcare and streamlining operations will be critical for the future. Investors should closely monitor their ability to improve profitability and navigate industry competition.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
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About 3D Systems Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Rock Hill, SC, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-11-05 | President, CEO & Director Dr. Jeffrey Alan Graves Ph.D. | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Computer Hardware | Full time employees 1833 | Website https://www.3dsystems.com |
Full time employees 1833 | Website https://www.3dsystems.com | ||
3D Systems Corporation provides 3D printing and digital manufacturing solutions in North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and Oceania. It operates through two segments, Healthcare Solutions and Industrial Solutions. The company offers 3D printing technologies, including stereolithography (SLA), selective laser sintering, direct metal printing, MultiJet printing, ColorJet printing, polymer extrusion, and extrusion and SLA based bioprinting. Its print materials include plastic, nylon, metal, composite, elastomeric, wax, polymeric dental materials, and biocompatible materials. The company also provides digital design tools, such as software, scanners, and haptic devices, as well as solutions for product design, simulation, mold and die design, 3D scan-to-print, reverse engineering, production machining, metrology, and inspection and manufacturing workflows. In addition, it offers software platforms, including 3D Sprint and 3DXpert, which are metal and polymer additive manufacturing solutions; and Oqton industrial manufacturing operating system. Further, the company provides maintenance and training services; advanced manufacturing services; software maintenance and cloud-software subscriptions; and precision healthcare solutions, such as design, planning, modeling, prototyping, manufacturing, printing, and finishing of medical and dental devices, anatomical models, and surgical guides and tools. It serves companies, and small and midsize businesses in the medical, dental, automotive, aerospace, durable goods, government, defense, technology, jewelry, electronic, education, consumer goods, energy, biotechnology, and other industries through direct sales force, channel partners, and appointed distributors. 3D Systems Corporation was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Rock Hill, South Carolina.
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