LIGHTPATH TECHNOLOGIES INC (LPTH) SEC Filings & Earnings Calls
EquiReason read 17 LIGHTPATH TECHNOLOGIES INC SEC filings in the last 12 months. Latest: 10-K on 2026-09-11 — LightPath Technologies reported FY2026 revenue of $71.7M (+93% YoY), gross margin expansion to 36%, and backlog of $110.9M (+197% YoY)..
Source: SEC EDGAR filings · figures as of 2026-06-30 · read by EquiReason
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11 Sep 202610-KLightPath Technologies reported FY2026 revenue of $71.7M (+93% YoY), gross margin expansion to 36%, and backlog of $110.9M (+197% YoY).earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · FY2026 | $72M | +93% y/y |
| Gross Margin · FY2026 | 36.0% | |
| Net Loss · FY2026 | $-21M | +38% y/y |
| Backlog · Q4-2026 | $111M | +197% y/y |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents · Q4-2026 | $93M | |
| Capital Expenditures · FY2026 | $6M | +385% y/y |
| Infrared Components Revenue · Infrared Components · FY2026 | $21M | +52% y/y |
| Visible Components Revenue · Visible Components · FY2026 | $15M | +32% y/y |
| Assemblies and Modules Revenue · Assemblies and Modules · FY2026 | $32M | +281% y/y |
| Days Cost of Sales in Inventory (DCSI) · Q4-2026 | 128 |
Guidance
Backlog of $110.9M with $85.6M expected to convert to revenue in FY2027
Management expects continued growth driven by defense and AI-related demand, with higher capex planned for capacity expansion.
Risks flagged
Divestiture of Chinese Operations
“In July 2026 we announced a definitive agreement to divest our Chinese operations, including LPOIZ's Zhenjiang Facility.” · word for word
Customer Concentration
“The increase in total backlog from June 30, 2025 to June 30, 2026 of $73.6 million includes approximately $58.0 million in orders from a leading global technology customer.” · word for word
Earnout Liability Volatility
“Change in fair value of acquisition liabilities increased by $14.1 million for fiscal year 2026, as compared to the prior fiscal year primarily related to the earnouts associated with the G5 Infrared acquisition.” · word for word
Net Loss Persistence
“Net loss for fiscal year 2026 was approximately $20.5 million, or $0.38 basic and diluted loss per share, compared to approximately $14.9 million, or $0.36 basic and diluted loss per share, for fiscal year 2025.” · word for word
10 Sep 20268-K · 2.02Record backlog $110.9M (+197% YoY); FY2026 revenue $71.7M (+92.7% YoY); gross margin improved ~900bps to 36%; adjusted EBITDA positive $4.2M vs -$5.1M prior year; Q4 revenue $21.2M (+73.8% YoY); cash $93.2M after $50M equity offering.earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · FY2026 | $72M | +93% y/y |
| Gross Profit · FY2026 | $26M | +155% y/y |
| Gross margin · FY2026 | 36.0% | |
| Net Income (Loss) · FY2026 | $-21M | +38% y/y |
| Adjusted EBITDA · FY2026 | $4M | -182% y/y |
| Backlog · 2026-06-30 | $111M | +197% y/y |
| Cash and cash equivalents · 2026-06-30 | $93M | |
| Revenue · Q4-2026 | $21M | +74% y/y |
Guidance
FY2027: capacity expansion; doubling glass melting capacity; expanding downstream optical and assembly capacity in U.S. and Latvian sites; no specific revenue/earnings guidance provided
Record backlog and strong demand from defense customers; company focused on capacity expansion to meet demand; gross margin improving; strong cash position supports investments
Risks flagged
Net loss continues despite revenue growth; $20.5M net loss for FY2026 due to operating expenses including $15.6M change in fair value of acquisition earnout liabilities
“Net Income (Loss) $(20.5)M; Operating Expenses $45.5M inclusive of $15.6M change in fair value of acquisition earnout liabilities”
Dependence on defense legislation and government contracts; any change in policy could impact demand
“legislation enacted in December 2025 that directed the Secretary of Defense to develop and implement a strategy to eliminate the reliance of the Department of Defense on any covered nation for optical glass” · word for word
23 Jul 20268-K · 1.01, 7.01LightPath Technologies sells 100% of its Chinese subsidiary (LightPath Zhenjiang) to Hengtu Optical Technology via equity transfer agreement; includes supply and commercial arrangements.being acquiredopen
Risks flagged
Divestiture of Chinese subsidiary may reduce operational complexity but also reduces direct exposure to Chinese market.
“Sale of 100% equity interest in LightPath (Zhenjiang) Optical Instrumentation Co., Ltd.”
14 May 2026SC 13D/ANorth Run Strategic Opportunities Fund filed an amended Schedule 13D disclosing a 14.7% beneficial ownership stake in LightPath Technologies.open
Risks flagged
Potential dilution from convertible preferred
“The stake includes 7,329,235 Shares issuable upon conversion of Series G Convertible Preferred Stock, which could dilute existing shareholders.”
14 May 2026SC 13D/ANorth Run Strategic Opportunities Fund filed an amended Schedule 13D disclosing a 14.7% beneficial ownership stake in LightPath Technologies.open
Risks flagged
Potential dilution from convertible preferred
“The stake includes 7,329,235 Shares issuable upon conversion of Series G Convertible Preferred Stock, which could dilute existing shareholders.”
7 May 20268-K · 2.02Revenue +109% YoY to $19.1M, gross profit +161% to $7.0M, record backlog $110.6M (+196% from June 2025), third consecutive positive adj. EBITDA. Defense policy tailwinds and BlackDiamond™ adoption driving growth.earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q3-2026 | $19M | +108% y/y |
| Gross Profit · Q3-2026 | $7M | +159% y/y |
| Net Loss · Q3-2026 | $-4M | +14% y/y |
| Adjusted EBITDA · Q3-2026 | $1M | -169% y/y |
| Backlog · Q3-2026 | $111M | +196% y/y |
| IR Components Revenue · Infrared Components · Q3-2026 | $6M | +69% y/y |
| Visible Components Revenue · Visible Components · Q3-2026 | $4M | +43% y/y |
| Assemblies & Modules Revenue · Assemblies & Modules · Q3-2026 | $8M | +342% y/y |
| Engineering Services Revenue · Engineering Services · Q3-2026 | $600000.00 | -25% y/y |
Risks flagged
Earnout liability adjustments create volatility in operating expenses.
“Operating expenses include a fair value adjustment of $3.4 million related to the G5 earnout liability.”
Integration risks from recent acquisitions (G5 Infrared, Amorphous Materials).
“Acquired assets of Amorphous Materials, Inc. in January 2026; integration of G5 Infrared and AM.”
7 May 202610-QLightPath reported Q3 FY2026 revenue of $19.1M (+109% YoY) and gross margin expansion to 36%, but net loss widened to $4.1M due to fair value changes on acquisition liabilities.earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q3-2026 | $19M | +109% y/y |
| Net Loss · Q3-2026 | $-4M | |
| Gross Margin · Q3-2026 | 36.0% | |
| Infrared Components Revenue · Infrared Components · Q3-2026 | $6M | +69% y/y |
| Visible Components Revenue · Visible Components · Q3-2026 | $4M | +40% y/y |
| Assemblies and Modules Revenue · Assemblies and Modules · Q3-2026 | $8M | +355% y/y |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents · Q3-2026 | $55M | |
| Working Capital · Q3-2026 | $62M |
Risks flagged
Acquisition integration and earnout liability
“The increase in net loss... was primarily attributable to the increased operating loss, which was largely driven by the change in fair value of acquisition liabilities for the earnout related to the acquisition of G5 Infrared.”
Dependence on defense contracts
“G5 Infrared’s existing revenue and future growth pipeline are driven by established multi-year contracts and multiple defense programs of record” · word for word
Need for additional capital
“There are a number of factors that could result in the need to raise additional funds, including a decline in revenue or a lack of anticipated sales growth” · word for word
11 Feb 20268-K · 2.02LightPath reported record Q2 FY2026 revenue of $16.4M (+120% YoY), gross margin expansion to 37% from 26%, and $97.8M backlog. Defense orders and G5 acquisition drove growth; $60M equity offering completed.earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q2-2026 | $16M | +122% y/y |
| Gross Profit · Q2-2026 | $6M | +212% y/y |
| Gross Margin · Q2-2026 | 37.0% | |
| Net Loss · Q2-2026 | $-9M | +262% y/y |
| Adjusted EBITDA · Q2-2026 | $600000.00 | -146% y/y |
| Order Backlog · Q2-2026 | $98M | |
| IR Components Revenue · Infrared Components · Q2-2026 | $5M | +61% y/y |
| Visible Components Revenue · Visible Components · Q2-2026 | $3M | +21% y/y |
| Assemblies & Modules Revenue · Assemblies & Modules · Q2-2026 | $7M | +700% y/y |
| Engineering Services Revenue · Engineering Services · Q2-2026 | $700000.00 | 0% y/y |
Risks flagged
Operating expenses surged 231% YoY including $7.6M fair value adjustment from G5 earnout liability
“Operating Expenses $14.6M vs $4.4M prior year; inclusive of $7.6 million change in fair value of acquisition liabilities”
Net loss widened to $9.4M from $2.6M due to acquisition-related charges
“Net Loss $(9.4) million vs $(2.6) million prior year”
11 Feb 202610-QLightPath reported strong Q2 FY2026 results with revenue up 120% YoY and gross margin expanding 1100 bps, driven by the G5 Infrared acquisition and strategic shift to higher-margin products.earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q2-2026 | $16M | +120% y/y |
| Gross Profit · Q2-2026 | $6M | +212% y/y |
| Gross Margin · Q2-2026 | 37.0% | |
| Net Loss · Q2-2026 | $-9M | +262% y/y |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents · 2025-12-31 | $74M | |
| Operating Cash Flow · H1-2026 | $2M |
Risks flagged
Acquisition integration and earnout liability
“The increase in net loss of approximately $6.8 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2026, as compared to the same quarter of the prior fiscal year, was primarily attributable to the change in fair value of acquisition liabilities for the earnout related to the acquisition of G5 Infrared.” · word for word
Dependence on defense contracts
“G5 Infrared’s existing revenue and future growth pipeline are driven by established multi-year contracts and multiple defense programs of record.” · word for word
Share dilution from equity offerings
“Weighted-average common shares outstanding for the second quarter of fiscal 2026 were 46,998,804, compared to 39,728,933 in the same quarter of fiscal 2025.” · word for word
12 Nov 202510-QLightPath reported Q1 FY2026 revenue growth of 79% YoY driven by G5 Infrared acquisition, but gross margin declined and net loss widened due to acquisition-related costs.earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q1-2026 | $15M | +79% y/y |
| Net Loss · Q1-2026 | $-3M | |
| Gross Margin · Q1-2026 | 30.0% | |
| Infrared Components Revenue · Infrared Components · Q1-2026 | $4M | +63% y/y |
| Visible Components Revenue · Visible Components · Q1-2026 | $4M | +16% y/y |
| Assemblies and Modules Revenue · Assemblies and Modules · Q1-2026 | $6M | +436% y/y |
| Operating Cash Flow · Q1-2026 | $-1M |
Risks flagged
Integration Risk from Acquisitions
“The increase in net loss of approximately $1.3 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2026, as compared to the same quarter of the prior fiscal year, was primarily attributable to the change in fair value of acquisition liabilities for the earnout related to the acquisition of G5 Infrared.” · word for word
Negative Operating Cash Flow
“Cash used in operations was approximately $1.1 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2026” · word for word
Gross Margin Pressure
“Gross margin as a percentage of revenue was 30% for the first quarter of fiscal 2026, compared to 34% for the same quarter of the prior fiscal year.” · word for word
12 Nov 20258-K · 2.02Revenue surged 79% YoY to $15.1M, backlog grew to $90M+, and large IR camera orders ($18.2M + $22.1M) were secured. Adjusted EBITDA turned positive. Strategic investment and board appointments signal growth trajectory.earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q1-2026 | $15M | +80% y/y |
| Gross Profit · Q1-2026 | $5M | +61% y/y |
| Gross Margin · Q1-2026 | 30.0% | |
| Net Income (Loss) · Q1-2026 | $-3M | +81% y/y |
| Adjusted EBITDA · Q1-2026 | $400000.00 | -300% y/y |
| Backlog · 2025-11-11 | $90M | +5% y/y |
Risks flagged
Gross margin declined from 34% to 30% due to non-recurring high-margin orders in prior year.
“Gross margin 30% vs 34% in prior year quarter.”
Operating expenses increased 66% due to G5 integration and sales/marketing spend.
“Operating expenses $7.0M vs $4.2M, up 66%.”
Net loss widened to $2.9M from $1.6M, though adjusted EBITDA turned positive.
“Net loss $2.9M vs $1.6M.”
28 Oct 2025DEF 14AProxy statement for annual meeting including election of directors, say-on-pay vote, and approval of equity plan amendment.open
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Net Income (Loss) · FY2025 | $-15M | |
| Adjusted EBITDA · FY2025 | $-5M | |
| Total Shareholder Return (TSR) per $100 investment · FY2025 | $137.80 |
Risks flagged
Continued losses and negative EBITDA
“Net loss of $14.9 million and adjusted EBITDA loss of $5.1 million in FY2025.”
Executive compensation not tied to performance
“STI bonuses not earned due to missing EBITDA targets, but executives still received base salary and equity grants.”
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- 17 SEC filings in the last 12 months. Latest: 10-K on 2026-09-11 — LightPath Technologies reported FY2026 revenue of $71.7M (+93% YoY), gross margin expansion to 36%, and backlog of $110.9M (+197% YoY).
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