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Proto Labs Inc. (PRLB)
NYSE:PRLB
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 01, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.35Last Year’s EPS
0.38Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 02, 2025
|% Change Since: 14.75%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 01, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflects a generally positive outlook with strong revenue performance, growth in production offerings, and robust cash flow. However, year-over-year revenue declines and challenges in certain segments like Injection Molding and 3D Printing highlight ongoing challenges. The company's adaptability and strategic focus on production are evident positives, but macroeconomic uncertainties and tariff-related challenges remain concerns.Company Guidance
During the Proto Labs First Quarter 2025 Earnings Call, Rob Bodor, President and CEO, highlighted the company's strong start to the year with revenue of $126 million, which was near the upper end of their guidance range, and earnings per share of $0.33. The company experienced a sequential gross margin expansion and a strong free cash flow, with free cash flow representing 14% of revenue. Despite a slight year-over-year decline in revenue due to macroeconomic headwinds, Proto Labs reported a 4% sequential increase, driven by a 45% growth in customers utilizing their combined offerings and a 3% increase in revenue per customer. The company's strategic investment in marketing and its production capabilities have resulted in increased customer engagement and production revenue that exceeded expectations in the first quarter. For the second quarter of 2025, Proto Labs expects revenue between $124 million and $132 million, with a focus on expanding production use cases and reinforcing its core prototyping business.Strong Revenue Performance
Proto Labs reported first quarter revenue of $126 million, near the upper end of their guidance range with earnings per share of $0.33, also near the top of expectations.
Growth in Production Offerings
Customers utilizing Proto Labs' combined offer grew more than 45% over the trailing 12 months, with revenue per customer increasing by 3% year-over-year. Production revenue exceeded expectations in the first quarter.
Expansion in Aerospace and Defense
Proto Labs' revenue from aerospace and defense customers has increased significantly, with partnerships including Blue Origin, NASA, and Lockheed Martin.
Improved Gross Margin
First quarter consolidated non-GAAP gross margin increased 140 basis points sequentially to 44.8%.
Positive Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns
Generated $18.4 million in cash from operations during the first quarter and returned $20.9 million to shareholders through repurchases, exceeding 122% of free cash flow.
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PRLB Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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PRLB Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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May 02, 2025 | $35.80 | $38.35 | +7.12% |
Feb 07, 2025 | $44.39 | $41.60 | -6.29% |
Nov 01, 2024 | $27.40 | $38.00 | +38.69% |
Aug 02, 2024 | $33.53 | $28.39 | -15.33% |
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FAQ
When does Proto Labs Inc. (PRLB) report earnings?
Proto Labs Inc. (PRLB) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 01, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Proto Labs Inc. (PRLB) earnings time?
Proto Labs Inc. (PRLB) earnings time is at Aug 01, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is PRLB EPS forecast?
PRLB EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 0.35.
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