nLIGHT, Inc. (LASR) Announces Expansion Plans for Existing Operations in Italy

nLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ:LASR) is one of the top semiconductor stocks in our ranking of the top 10 chip stocks by YTD performance. On April 30, nLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ:LASR) announced plans for the expansion of its existing operations in Torino, Italy, aimed at supporting the increased demand from European and allied customers for locally assembled directed energy solutions.

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Management stated that the expanded Torino footprint is anticipated to improve the company’s ability to deliver high‑power laser subsystems and integrated directed energy components tailored to regional operational needs, while simultaneously aligning with European localization, security, and supply‑chain resiliency requirements. It added that the project builds on nLIGHT, Inc.’s (NASDAQ:LASR) established presence in Italy, and also highlights its long-term commitment to support allied defense and security users with mission‑ready laser technology.

In a separate development, Stifel lifted the price target on nLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ:LASR) to $75 from $68 while maintaining a Buy rating on the shares. The rating update came after having hosted the management team for a client dinner, with the firm telling investors that the management team “added credibility” to its thesis that nLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ:LASR) is “a linchpin national security asset and brings a differentiated offering to a rising tide”.

nLIGHT, Inc. (NASDAQ:LASR) provides semiconductor and fiber lasers for aerospace and defense, microfabrication, and industrial applications. The company operates through the Laser Products and Advanced Development segments.

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