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Nlight (LASR) guidance history: what it guided and what it reported
Nlight gave guidance in 3 earnings releases on file since May 7, 2026. Of 2 guided periods since reported, it met or beat its own guidance twice (100%). Revenue: 2 of 2, on average +7.2% against the guided midpoint.
Revenue
Met or beat 2 of 2 periods (2 above, 0 within, 0 below).
| Period | Guided (and how it moved) | Reported | Result | vs midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2026 | $84.0M–$90.0M (Nov 5, 2026) | — | to be reported | — |
| Q3 2026 | $63.0M–$73.0M (Aug 6, 2026) | $73.8M | above the range | +8.5% |
| Q2 2026 | $75.0M–$81.0M (May 7, 2026) | $82.6M | above the range | +5.9% |
Adjusted gross margin
The guide is on an adjusted basis that the GAAP statements do not show, so there is no reported figure to hold it to.
| Period | Guided (and how it moved) | Reported | Result | vs midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2026 | 8.0% (Nov 5, 2026) | — | to be reported | — |
| Q3 2026 | 8.0% (Aug 6, 2026) | — | — | — |
| Q2 2026 | 8.0% (May 7, 2026) | — | — | — |
Adjusted EBITDA
The guide is on an adjusted basis that the GAAP statements do not show, so there is no reported figure to hold it to.
| Period | Guided (and how it moved) | Reported | Result | vs midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2026 | $12.0M–$18.0M (Nov 5, 2026) | — | to be reported | — |
| Q3 2026 | $1.0M–$7.0M (Aug 6, 2026) | — | — | — |
| Q2 2026 | $8.0M–$12.0M (May 7, 2026) | — | — | — |
The latest quarter
Nlight, Q3 2026: revenue $73.8M (+10% year over year), operating margin -12.5%, net loss $7.2M, operating cash flow −$13.1M. The chart follows the revenue to costs, profit and cash.
Questions
Does Nlight beat its guidance?
Nlight gave guidance in 3 earnings releases on file since May 7, 2026. Of 2 guided periods since reported, it met or beat its own guidance twice (100%). Revenue: 2 of 2, on average +7.2% against the guided midpoint.
Each guided period is held to the last guidance given before its figures were reported; a single figure counts as in line within 1% (0.25 pts for a rate). Reported figures are GAAP, from the company's filings; adjusted guidance shows its moves only.