IPG Photonics (IPGP) News Today

IPG Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ:IPGP) shares were influenced today by several analyst actions and an insider transaction, driving mixed sentiment. Positive analyst upgrades and higher short-term earnings forecasts supported gains, while a director sale and lowered long-term EPS projections weighed on the stock.

• Positive Sentiment: Sanford C. Bernstein raised IPGP from “market perform” to “outperform” with a $97 target, implying nearly 29% upside. IPG Photonics (NASDAQ:IPGP) Upgraded at Sanford C. Bernstein
• Positive Sentiment: IPG Photonics earned an IBD rating upgrade, reflecting improving technicals and relative strength. IPG Photonics Earns IBD Rating Upgrade
• Positive Sentiment: Seaport Research Partners lifted its Q3 2025 EPS estimate to $0.16 from $0.15, signaling modest near-term growth momentum.
• Neutral Sentiment: Needham maintained a “hold” rating on IPGP, indicating a wait-and-see stance. Needham Sticks to Their Hold Rating for IPG Photonics (IPGP)
• Neutral Sentiment: In its recent earnings call, management highlighted ongoing growth initiatives amid supply-chain and macro challenges. IPG Photonics’ Earnings Call: Growth Amid Challenges
• Negative Sentiment: Director Jeanmarie F. Desmond sold 1,360 shares at an average price of $76.24, trimming her stake by 12.3%. SEC Filing
• Negative Sentiment: Seaport Research Partners cut its Q4 2026 EPS forecast to $0.53 from $0.63, citing margin pressure. Seaport Res Ptn Forecasts Lower Earnings for IPG Photonics