LPKF Laser & Electronics AG
LPK
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#15640
LPKF Laser & Electronics AG, established in Garbsen, Germany, in 1976,... LPKF Laser & Electronics AG, established in Garbsen, Germany, in 1976, specializes in the design and production of advanced laser-based systems for various technology sectors worldwide, spanning Germany, Europe, North America (including the United States), China, Malaysia, Vietnam, and other Asian regions. The company's operations are divided into four principal segments: Development, Electronics, Welding, and Solar. The Development division equips industrial research and development departments, alongside public entities such as universities, research institutes, and schools, with essential tools like circuit board plotters and ProtoLasers. Electronics delivers sophisticated production machinery for precision tasks, including the cutting of print stencils, rigid and flexible circuit boards, and ultra-thin glass, in addition to systems for etching plastic circuit carriers; it also supplies components fabricated through laser processes. The Welding segment provides specialized systems for the laser beam welding of plastic components. Meanwhile, the Solar segment focuses on developing and manufacturing laser scribers used for etching thin-film solar cells, as well as laser systems for the digital application of functional pastes and inks in production. LPKF's innovative products cater to a broad spectrum of industries, including electronics, automotive supply, solar energy, semiconductor manufacturing, medical technology, and academic research institutions.
Share Price
$10.28
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$251.82M
Change (1 day)
4.55%
Change (1 year)
53.25%
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Operating Margin for LPKF Laser & Electronics AG (LPK)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: -25.24%
According to LPKF Laser & Electronics AG's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is -25.24%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of -8.62%.
Operating Margin history for LPKF Laser & Electronics AG from 2002 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | -25.24% | 192.81% |
| 2025 | -8.62% | 316.43% |
| 2024 | -2.07% | -169.70% |
| 2023 | 2.97% | -45.80% |
| 2022 | 5.48% | 4,115.38% |
| 2021 | 0.13% | -98.34% |
| 2020 | 7.83% | -43.01% |
| 2019 | 13.74% | 141.48% |
| 2018 | 5.69% | 47.03% |
| 2017 | 3.87% | -152.23% |
| 2016 | -7.41% | 73.94% |
| 2015 | -4.26% | -140.26% |
| 2014 | 10.58% | -40.96% |
| 2013 | 17.92% | 1.30% |
| 2012 | 17.69% | 5.74% |
| 2011 | 16.73% | 26.36% |
| 2010 | 13.24% | 30.96% |
| 2009 | 10.11% | 47.81% |
| 2008 | 6.84% | -51.93% |
| 2007 | 14.23% | -10.84% |
| 2006 | 15.96% | -54.63% |
| 2005 | 35.18% | 458.41% |
| 2004 | 6.30% | 21.62% |
| 2003 | 5.18% | -2.26% |
| 2002 | 5.30% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36.95% | -101.46% |
US
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| 11.89% | -100.47% |
DE
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| 16.70% | -100.66% |
FR
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| 21.55% | -100.85% |
US
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| 8.81% | -100.35% |
DE
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about LPKF Laser & Electronics AG's operating margin
What is LPKF Laser & Electronics AG's operating margin?
LPKF Laser & Electronics AG's operating margin is -25.24%, as of Nov 2026.
What was LPKF Laser & Electronics AG's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, LPKF Laser & Electronics AG's operating margin was -8.62%, compared with -2.07% in 2024.
How has LPKF Laser & Electronics AG's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, LPKF Laser & Electronics AG's operating margin was highest in 2020 (7.83%) and lowest in 2025 (-8.62%).
How does LPKF Laser & Electronics AG's operating margin compare with similar companies?
LPKF Laser & Electronics AG's operating margin (-25.24%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Lam Research Corp. R, with 36.95%.