GoPro Inc (GPRO)vsnLIGHT Inc (LASR)
GPRO
GoPro Inc
$1.65
+10.74%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $225.76M
LASR
nLIGHT Inc
$64.97
-1.23%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GoPro Inc generates 149% more annual revenue ($651.54M vs $261.33M). LASR leads profitability with a -9.0% profit margin vs -14.3%. GPRO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. GPRO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 39/100 (F).
GPRO
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
LASR
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 71.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.4% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -81.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 93.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 14.7x book value
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -10.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPRO
The strongest argument for GPRO centers on 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. Revenue growth of 71.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GPRO
The primary concerns for GPRO are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LASR
The primary concerns for LASR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPRO profiles as a turnaround stock while LASR is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LASR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.27 — expect wider price swings.
LASR is growing revenue faster at 71.3% — sustainability is the question.
LASR generates stronger free cash flow (16M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GPRO scores higher overall (39/100 vs 36/100). 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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