3D Printing is reshaping industries with faster production and lower costs, drawing investor interest. Stocks like DD, PRLB, AME and ATI offer strong growth potential.

Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
while the company's 12.6% FCF margin and debt-free balance sheet are attractive, the high 91.69 TTM P/E ratio and ongoing dilution from stock-based compensation warrant a cautious approach until operating margins show more consistent expansion.
Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 1, 2026 | $0.54vs $0.40+35.0% | $139Mvs $135M+3.0% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 6, 2026 | $0.44vs $0.35+25.7% | $136Mvs $129M+5.8% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | $0.47vs $0.39+20.5% | $135Mvs $129M+4.9% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 | $0.41vs $0.33+24.2% | $135Mvs $132M+2.3% |
Recent stock market news and headlines for Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB)
3D Printing is reshaping industries with faster production and lower costs, drawing investor interest. Stocks like DD, PRLB, AME and ATI offer strong growth potential.

Key metrics vs top competitors for Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $77.14 | $1.84B | 87.66 | 6.44% | 3.98% | 3.17% | — | |
| $8.47 | $729.88M | -6.62 | -3.73% | -21.01% | -13.44% | — | |
| $94.30 | $4.75B | -77.29 | 25.87% | -7.01% | -18.81% | — | |
| $7.32 | $432.37M | 49.31 | -3.63% | 3.72% | 4.11% | — | |
| $1.46 | $305.44M | -1.07 | 77.3% | -286.76% | -58.69% | — | |
| $124.98 | $14.87B | 20.56 | 19.18% | 41.58% | 33.14% | — |
Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Feb 6, 2026·SEC
Oct 31, 2025·SEC
Oct 3, 2025·SEC
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Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) reported $546.3M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 1146% increase from $43.8M in 2009.
Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) grew revenue by 6.4% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Yes, Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) is profitable, generating $25.8M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (4.0% net margin).
Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) has a return on equity (ROE) of 3.2%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) generated $65.4M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.