LightPath Technologies, Inc. (LPTH) Operating Margin: -14.40%
Is LightPath Technologies, Inc.’s operating margin high or low?
LightPath Technologies, Inc.'s operating margin of -14.40% is 18% below its 5-year average of -12.22%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-31.78%–6.13%).
As of Tuesday, June 23, 2026. 48.98% above its 12-month average of -28.23%.
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LPTH Operating Margin Metrics
OPERATING MARGIN
-14.40%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG TTM
-28.23%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 3Y
-18.66%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 5Y
-12.22%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 10Y
-4.78%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 15Y
-0.90%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 20Y
-11.53%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+48.98%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+22.82%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-17.89%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-201.14%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-1505.10%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-24.93%
LPTH Competitors' Operating Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | OPERATING MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LightPath Technologies, Inc. (LPTH) | $709.09M | -14.40% | -28.23% | -18.66% | -12.22% |
| Oddity Tech Ltd. (ODD)vs › | $701.63M | 6.84% | 16.27% | 13.92% | 13.25% |
| ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. (GTM)vs › | $781.00M | 19.40% | 13.04% | 15.76% | 14.33% |
| One Stop Systems, Inc. (OSS)vs › | $450.55M | -7.51% | -17.46% | -11.44% | -7.29% |
| Nano Labs Ltd (NA)vs › | $118.51M | -322.16% | -319.75% | -242.58% | -526.58% |
| C3.ai, Inc. (AI)vs › | $1.38B | -194.86% | -139.13% | -122.41% | -100.02% |
| POET Technologies Inc. (POET)vs › | $1.60B | -3244.29% | -37861.53% | -20917.57% | -15271.86% |
| Bill.com Holdings, Inc. (BILL)vs › | $3.18B | -3.52% | -9.50% | -24.08% | -27.64% |
| ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. (ZI)vs › | $3.42B | 18.60% | 13.04% | 15.76% | 14.33% |
| Ichor Holdings, Ltd. (ICHR)vs › | $3.47B | -3.69% | -2.52% | 0.08% | 2.04% |
Operating Efficiency
Gross Margin
32.1%
Operating Margin
-14.4%
LightPath Technologies, Inc. Operating Margin Formula & Definition
Operating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue
Operating margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after operating expenses, reflecting operating efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
LightPath Technologies, Inc. Operating Margin FAQ
- What is the operating margin for LightPath Technologies, Inc. (LPTH)?
- The operating margin for LPTH stock is -14.40%.
- Is LightPath Technologies, Inc.'s operating margin high or low?
- LightPath Technologies, Inc.'s operating margin of -14.40% is 18% below its 5-year average of -12.22%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-31.78%–6.13%).
- What is the TTM average operating margin for LightPath Technologies, Inc. (LPTH)?
- The TTM average operating margin for LPTH stock is -28.23%.
- What is the 3Y average operating margin for LightPath Technologies, Inc. (LPTH)?
- The 3Y average operating margin for LPTH stock is -18.66%.
- What is the 5Y average operating margin for LightPath Technologies, Inc. (LPTH)?
- The 5Y average operating margin for LPTH stock is -12.22%.
- What is the 10Y average operating margin for LightPath Technologies, Inc. (LPTH)?
- The 10Y average operating margin for LPTH stock is -4.78%.
- What is the 15Y average operating margin for LightPath Technologies, Inc. (LPTH)?
- The 15Y average operating margin for LPTH stock is -0.90%.
- What is the 20Y average operating margin for LightPath Technologies, Inc. (LPTH)?
- The 20Y average operating margin for LPTH stock is -11.53%.
LightPath Technologies, Inc. Operating Margin History
| DATE | OPERATING MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-06-30 | -31.78% |
| 2024-06-30 | -24.67% |
| 2023-06-30 | -10.79% |
| 2022-06-30 | -7.39% |
| 2021-06-30 | -4.79% |
| 2020-06-30 | 6.13% |
| 2019-06-30 | -4.76% |
| 2018-06-30 | 1.15% |
| 2017-06-30 | 14.58% |
| 2016-06-30 | 11.63% |
| 2015-06-30 | -1.91% |
| 2014-06-30 | -3.18% |
| 2013-06-30 | 1.78% |
| 2012-06-30 | -8.19% |
| 2011-06-30 | -8.57% |
| 2010-06-30 | 1.75% |
| 2009-06-30 | -33.49% |
| 2008-06-30 | -61.85% |
| 2007-06-30 | -20.05% |
| 2006-06-30 | -28.51% |
| 2005-06-30 | -29.14% |
| 2004-06-30 | -71.69% |
| 2003-06-30 | -284.62% |
| 2002-06-30 | -271.97% |
| 2001-06-30 | -188.78% |
| 2000-06-30 | -529.41% |
| 1999-06-30 | -254.55% |
| 1998-06-30 | -450.00% |
| 1997-06-30 | -442.86% |
| 1996-06-30 | -1300.00% |
About LightPath Technologies, Inc.
LightPath Technologies, Inc. specializes in the engineering, production, and distribution of optical elements and integrated systems. Their product range includes precisely molded glass aspheric lenses, as well as infrared aspheric lenses created through molding or diamond-turning processes, along with a variety of other optical components. These solutions are fundamental for devices that manage light. Their advanced optics are utilized across numerous fields, such as defense mechanisms, medical instrumentation, industrial tools employing lasers, automotive safety features, barcode scanning systems, optical data storage, hybrid fiber coax data communication networks, telecommunications, machine vision applications, and various sensor technologies. The company markets its offerings directly to clients across North America, Europe, and Asia, and also leverages distributors and catalogs to serve both domestic and international markets. LightPath Technologies, Inc. was established in 1985 and is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Hardware, Equipment & Parts
- CEO
- Shmuel Rubin