Proto Labs, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an e-commerce enabled digital manufacturer of custom parts for prototyping and short-run production worldwide. It utilizes injection molding, computer numerical control machining, three-dimensional (3D) printing, and sheet metal fabrication to manufacture custom parts for developers and engineers who use 3D computer-aided design software to design products across a range of end markets. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Maple Plain, Minnesota.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NYSE
Industry Fabricated structural metal products
Sub-IndustryIndustrial Machinery
SectorIndustrial Products
SymbolNYSE:PRLB
CUSIP74371310
Phone763-479-3680
Debt
Debt-to-Equity RatioN/A
Current Ratio4.36
Quick Ratio4.14
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio70.91
Forward P/E Ratio51.64
P/E Growth2.34
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$344.49 million
Price / Sales10.74
Cash Flow$2.7239 per share
Price / Cash50.24
Book Value$17.31 per share
Price / Book7.91
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$1.93
Net Income$51.77 million
Net Margins15.98%
Return on Equity13.55%
Return on Assets12.13%
Miscellaneous
Employees2,266
Outstanding Shares27,030,000
Market Cap$3.63 billion
Proto Labs (NYSE:PRLB) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Proto Labs' stock symbol?
Proto Labs trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "PRLB."
How will Proto Labs' stock buyback program work?
Proto Labs declared that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program on Monday, April 10th 2017, which allows the company to repurchase $50,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization allows the company to purchase up to 3.3% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase programs are generally a sign that the company's leadership believes its shares are undervalued.
How were Proto Labs' earnings last quarter?
Proto Labs Inc (NYSE:PRLB) released its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July, 26th. The industrial products company reported $0.73 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $0.72 by $0.01. The industrial products company had revenue of $109.65 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $110.46 million. Proto Labs had a net margin of 15.98% and a return on equity of 13.55%. The firm's revenue for the quarter was up 33.7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the company earned $0.49 EPS. View Proto Labs' Earnings History.
When is Proto Labs' next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for PRLB?
2 equities research analysts have issued 12 month price objectives for Proto Labs' stock. Their forecasts range from $84.00 to $92.00. On average, they anticipate Proto Labs' stock price to reach $88.00 in the next twelve months. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 35.7%. View Analyst Price Targets for Proto Labs.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Proto Labs?
2 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Proto Labs in the last year. There are currently 2 hold ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for Proto Labs.
Who are some of Proto Labs' key competitors?
Who are Proto Labs' key executives?
Proto Labs' management team includes the folowing people:
- Ms. Victoria M. Holt, CEO, Pres & Director (Age 60)
- Mr. John A. Way, CFO & Exec. VP of Devel. (Age 45)
- Dr. Arthur Richard Baker III, Chief Technology Officer (Age 50)
- Mr. David M. Fein, Chief Revenue Officer (Age 49)
- Dr. Robert Bodor, VP & GM of Americas (Age 45)
Has Proto Labs been receiving favorable news coverage?
Media coverage about PRLB stock has trended somewhat positive this week, according to Accern Sentiment. The research firm rates the sentiment of news coverage by reviewing more than twenty million news and blog sources. Accern ranks coverage of companies on a scale of negative one to positive one, with scores nearest to one being the most favorable. Proto Labs earned a news impact score of 0.11 on Accern's scale. They also assigned news stories about the industrial products company an impact score of 47.20 out of 100, meaning that recent news coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an impact on the stock's share price in the near term. View Recent Headlines for Proto Labs.
Who are Proto Labs' major shareholders?
Proto Labs' stock is owned by a number of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include BlackRock Inc. (13.25%), Riverbridge Partners LLC (6.44%), Janus Henderson Group PLC (4.08%), Disciplined Growth Investors Inc. MN (3.39%), Conestoga Capital Advisors LLC (2.25%) and Stephens Investment Management Group LLC (2.22%). Company insiders that own Proto Labs stock include Arthur R Baker III, John B Goodman, John B Tumelty, Rainer Gawlick, Robert Bodor, Sven Wehrwein and Victoria M Holt. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Proto Labs.
Which institutional investors are selling Proto Labs stock?
PRLB stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including ARK Investment Management LLC, Victory Capital Management Inc., Stephens Investment Management Group LLC, Riverbridge Partners LLC, Handelsbanken Fonder AB, Russell Investments Group Ltd., First Trust Advisors LP and Disciplined Growth Investors Inc. MN. Company insiders that have sold Proto Labs company stock in the last year include John B Goodman, John B Tumelty, Rainer Gawlick, Robert Bodor and Sven Wehrwein. View Insider Buying and Selling for Proto Labs.
Which institutional investors are buying Proto Labs stock?
PRLB stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including BlackRock Inc., SG Americas Securities LLC, Fred Alger Management Inc., Conestoga Capital Advisors LLC, Hussman Strategic Advisors Inc., Picton Mahoney Asset Management, Putnam Investments LLC and Covenant Asset Management LLC. View Insider Buying and Selling for Proto Labs.
How do I buy shares of Proto Labs?
Shares of PRLB can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Proto Labs' stock price today?
One share of PRLB stock can currently be purchased for approximately $136.85.
How big of a company is Proto Labs?
Proto Labs has a market capitalization of $3.63 billion and generates $344.49 million in revenue each year. The industrial products company earns $51.77 million in net income (profit) each year or $1.93 on an earnings per share basis. Proto Labs employs 2,266 workers across the globe.
How can I contact Proto Labs?
Proto Labs' mailing address is 5540 Pioneer Creek Drive, Maple Plain MN, 55359. The industrial products company can be reached via phone at 763-479-3680 or via email at [email protected]
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