GoPro Inc (GPRO)vsnLIGHT Inc (LASR)
GPRO
GoPro Inc
$1.38
-1.43%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $226.94M
LASR
nLIGHT Inc
$40.37
+2.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GoPro Inc generates 83% more annual revenue ($568.59M vs $310.70M). LASR leads profitability with a -4.0% profit margin vs -28.5%. GPRO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. LASR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 38/100 (F).
GPRO
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
LASR
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 33.8% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -236.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 31.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -4.6% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPRO
The strongest argument for GPRO centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LASR
The strongest argument for LASR centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 33.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GPRO
The primary concerns for GPRO are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LASR
The primary concerns for LASR are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPRO profiles as a turnaround stock while LASR is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GPRO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.44 — expect wider price swings.
LASR is growing revenue faster at 33.8% — sustainability is the question.
LASR generates stronger free cash flow (23M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LASR scores higher overall (38/100 vs 37/100) and 33.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
GoPro Inc
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
GoPro, Inc. develops and sells mountable and portable cameras, drones, and accessories in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Mateo, California.
nLIGHT Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
nLIGHT, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and sells fiber and semiconductor lasers for industrial, microfabrication, aerospace and defense applications. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington.
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