nLIGHT stock jumps after early Q4 revenue tops guidance; Needham lifts target to $48
New York, Jan 13, 2026, 13:16 (EST) — Regular session nLIGHT Inc shares jumped Tuesday following an upbeat preliminary Q4 revenue forecast that topped the company’s own projections, bringing forward a crucial data point for a stock often priced for defensive growth. The shares gained 4.9% to $43.61, after fluctuating between $40.95 and $46.59. The early update is significant, coming amid investor conferences and as markets seek clues on whether aerospace and defense demand will extend into 2026. For nLIGHT, it serves as a quick gauge of whether its directed-energy efforts are evolving into consistent revenue, beyond just one-off development