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Lumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)
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09/12/2025: LITE (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 73 days. Simulated Profits (125.54%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Outstanding Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, have historically outperformed the market, making them a top-tier choice for investors.
Number of Analysts
16 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $139.84
1 Year Target Price $139.84
| 8 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 220.31% | Avg. Invested days 55 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/12/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 11.40B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 440.59 | 1Y Target Price 139.84 |
Price to earnings Ratio 440.59 | 1Y Target Price 139.84 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 16 | Beta 1.42 | 52 Weeks Range 45.65 - 168.00 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 45.65 - 168.00 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.37 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 1.57% | Operating Margin (TTM) -0.1% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -2.91% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.48% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 440.59 | Forward PE 32.57 | Enterprise Value 13126198000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.93 |
Enterprise Value 13126198000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.93 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.98 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 122.9 | Shares Outstanding 69900000 | Shares Floating 68987106 |
Shares Outstanding 69900000 | Shares Floating 68987106 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.88 | Percent Institutions 121.37 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Lumentum Holdings Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Lumentum Holdings Inc. was formed in 2015 as a spin-off from JDS Uniphase Corporation (JDSU). It provides optical and photonic products.
Core Business Areas
- Optical Communications: Designs, manufactures, and sells optical components, modules, and subsystems used in optical fiber networks. This segment enables data transmission for telecom, datacom, and enterprise applications.
- Commercial Lasers: Offers lasers used in materials processing, industrial, and scientific applications, which includes products for cutting, welding, marking, and life science instrumentation.
Leadership and Structure
Alan Lowe is the President and CEO. The company has a board of directors overseeing the strategic direction and corporate governance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Tunable Lasers: Used in optical networks, enabling dynamic wavelength selection. Market share is estimated to be around 30% in this specific area. Competitors include Coherent and Infinera. High demand due to increased bandwidth needs.
- Pump Lasers: Essential for amplifying optical signals in fiber optic cables. Market share estimated around 35% of the Pump Laser market. Competitors include II-VI Incorporated and Source Photonics. Critical for long-haul and submarine communication.
- High-Power Fiber Lasers: Used in industrial cutting and welding applications. These lasers typically contribute to commercial lasers revenue. Competitors include IPG Photonics and Trumpf.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industry is driven by increasing bandwidth demand, advancements in optical technology, and growing applications for commercial lasers.
Positioning
Lumentum holds a significant position in the optical communication and commercial laser markets due to its technological innovation and market presence.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars. Lumentum is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its diverse product portfolio and strategic partnerships.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong R&D capabilities
- Leading market position in key segments
- Diversified product portfolio
- Established customer relationships
Weaknesses
- Dependence on cyclical industries
- Exposure to macroeconomic volatility
- High competition in some segments
Opportunities
- Growing demand for bandwidth
- Expansion into new applications
- Strategic acquisitions
- Advancements in laser technology
Threats
- Intense price competition
- Technological obsolescence
- Geopolitical risks
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- IPGP
- COHR
- IIVI
Competitive Landscape
Lumentum competes on technology, product performance, and customer relationships. It maintains an advantage in certain segments due to its strong R&D and market presence.
Major Acquisitions
NeoPhotonics
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 918
- Strategic Rationale: Increased Lumentum's vertical integration and expanded its portfolio of optical components for high-speed networking.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Lumentum has experienced growth driven by demand for its products in optical communications and commercial lasers.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth driven by 5G deployments, data center expansion, and increasing adoption of lasers in various industries.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include product innovation, strategic acquisitions, and partnerships to expand market reach.
Summary
Lumentum shows potential with its strategic position in optical communications and commercial lasers with continued market demand. R&D and strategic acquisitions have been strong points. Cyclical industry dependencies and competition pose challenges. Macroeconomic conditions may impact the company.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. It is not financial advice.
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About Lumentum Holdings Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters San Jose, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2015-08-04 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Michael E. Hurlston | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Communication Equipment | Full time employees 10562 | Website https://www.lumentum.com |
Full time employees 10562 | Website https://www.lumentum.com | ||
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. It operates through two segments, Cloud & Networking and Industrial Tech. The Cloud & Networking segment offers optical and photonic chips, components, modules, and subsystems supplied to cloud data center operators, AI/ML infrastructure providers, and network equipment manufacturer customers that are building cloud data centers and network infrastructures. Its Industrial Tech segment provides short-pulse solid-state lasers, kilowatt-class fiber lasers, diode lasers, and gas lasers that serves the semiconductor device, solar cell, display, and electric vehicle and battery manufacturing markets. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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