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PRLBProto Labs, Inc.
$77.14$1.8B
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PRLB logoProto Labs, Inc.(PRLB)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios

PRLB•NYSE
$77.14
87.7× P/E·Price updated Jul 6, 2026
SectorIndustrialsIndustryMetal FabricationSub-IndustryFabrication, machining and tooling
AboutProto Labs, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an e-commerce driven digital manufacturer of custom prototypes and on-demand production parts in the worldwide. The company offers injection molding; computer numerical control machining; three-dimensional (3D) printing, which include stereolithography, selective laser sintering, direct metal laser sintering, multi jet fusion, polyjet, and carbon DLS processes; and sheet metal fabrication products, including quick-turn and e-commerce-enabled custom sheet metal parts. It serves developers and engineers, who use 3D computer-aided design software to design products across a range of end markets. The company was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in Maple Plain, Minnesota.Show more
  • Revenue$533M+6.4%
  • EBITDA$60M-2.1%
  • Net Income$21M+28.0%
  • EPS (Diluted)0.88+33.3%
  • Gross Margin44.48%-0.2%
  • EBITDA Margin11.26%-8.0%
  • Operating Margin4.91%-3.4%
  • Net Margin3.98%+20.3%
  • ROE3.17%+30.3%

PRLB Price & Volume

Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart

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Digital Manufacturing Pivot Drives Revenue Growth Recovery

Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1

VerdictNeutral
Growth:Accelerating
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Fortress
Cash Flow:Robust
Primary Risk:Cyclical R&D spending sensitivity

Key Thesis Takeaways

  • Proto Labs is demonstrating a successful pivot toward on-demand production, evidenced by a 10.4% year-over-year revenue growth in 2026Q1 that signals a recovery from previous stagnation.
  • While the company maintains a fortress balance sheet with a 0.00 debt-to-equity ratio, investors should monitor the persistent impact of stock-based compensation, which frequently exceeds $3 million per quarter, and the potential for goodwill impairment given that $274 million of its $778.6 million in total assets is tied to intangible assets.
  • Future performance hinges on the firm's ability to scale operating margins beyond the current low-to-mid single digits while navigating competitive pressures in the high-speed prototyping market.

Verdict Logic

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.

PRLB Growth Metrics

Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR

Revenue CAGR

10 Years7.28%
5 Years4.18%
3 Years2.96%
TTM9.43%

Profit CAGR

10 Years-7.54%
5 Years-16.03%
3 Years-
TTM72.56%

EPS CAGR

10 Years-6.75%
5 Years-14.18%
3 Years-
TTM75.64%

Return on Capital

10 Years9.15%
5 Years3.64%
3 Years3.77%
Last Year3.79%

PRLB Recent Earnings

Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters

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●Beat EPS 12/12 qtrs (100%)●Beat Revenue 8/12 qtrs (67%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 1, 2026
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.54+35.0%
$0.40
Rev
$139M+3.0%
$135M
Q1 2026
Feb 6, 2026
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.44+25.7%
$0.35
Rev
$136M+5.8%
$129M
Q4 2025
Oct 31, 2025
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.47+20.5%
$0.39
Rev
$135M+4.9%
$129M
Q3 2025
Jul 31, 2025
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.41+24.2%
$0.33
Rev
$135M+2.3%
$132M
QuarterDateEPS (Act vs Est)Revenue (Act vs Est)
Q2 2026LatestMay 1, 2026
$0.54vs $0.40+35.0%
$139Mvs $135M+3.0%
Q1 2026Feb 6, 2026
$0.44vs $0.35+25.7%
$136Mvs $129M+5.8%
Q4 2025Oct 31, 2025
$0.47vs $0.39+20.5%
$135Mvs $129M+4.9%
Q3 2025Jul 31, 2025
$0.41vs $0.33+24.2%
$135Mvs $132M+2.3%
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →

Latest PRLB News

Recent stock market news and headlines for Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB)

Zacks Investment Research·Jun 22, 2026
Top 3D Printing Stocks to Buy Now for Solid Long-Term Returns

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.

Peers Comparison

Key metrics vs top competitors for Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB)

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CompanyPriceMarket CapP/E RatioRev Growth (1Y)Net MarginROEDiv Yield
PRLB logoPRLBProto Labs, Inc.Current
$77.14$1.84B87.666.44%3.98%3.17%—
SSYS logoSSYSStratasys Ltd.
$8.47$729.88M-6.62-3.73%-21.01%-13.44%—
XMTR logoXMTRXometry, Inc.
$94.30$4.75B-77.2925.87%-7.01%-18.81%—
MTLS logoMTLSMaterialise N.V.
$7.32$432.37M49.31-3.63%3.72%4.11%—
NNDM logoNNDMNano Dimension Ltd.
$1.46$305.44M-1.0777.3%-286.76%-58.69%—
PTC logoPTCPTC Inc.
$124.98$14.87B20.5619.18%41.58%33.14%—

Compare PRLB vs Peers

Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.

Closest Rival

vs SSYS

Most directly comparable listed peer for PRLB.

Scale Benchmark

vs ADSK

Larger-name benchmark to compare PRLB against a more recognizable public peer.

Peer Set

Compare Top 5

vs SSYS, XMTR, MTLS, NNDM

PRLB SEC Filings & Documents

Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)

8-K Announcements

6
Material company update

Feb 6, 2026·SEC

Material company update

Oct 31, 2025·SEC

Material company update

Oct 3, 2025·SEC

10-K Annual Reports

4
FY 2026

Feb 20, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Feb 21, 2025·SEC

FY 2024

Feb 16, 2024·SEC

10-Q Quarterly Reports

6
FY 2026

May 1, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Oct 31, 2025·SEC

FY 2025

Jul 31, 2025·SEC

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PRLB Frequently Asked Questions

Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained

Growth & Financials
What is Proto Labs, Inc.'s revenue?

Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) reported $546.3M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 1146% increase from $43.8M in 2009.

How fast is Proto Labs, Inc. growing?

Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) grew revenue by 6.4% over the past year. This is steady growth.

Is PRLB profitable?

Yes, Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) is profitable, generating $25.8M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (4.0% net margin).

Dividend & Returns
What is PRLB's return on equity?

Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) has a return on equity (ROE) of 3.2%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.

What is Proto Labs, Inc.'s free cash flow?

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.

What if you invested $1,000 in PRLB back in 2009?

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