IPGP (IPG Photonics) GF Value Rank: 6 (As of Jul. 06, 2026) — 14% Below Median


IPGP IPG Photonics Corp IPGP
80 GF Score
Price $104.79
GF Value $85.16
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is IPG Photonics GF Value Rank?

IPG Photonics IPGP -0.54% 80 GF Value Rank is 6 as of Jul. 06, 2026, which is 14% below its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates IPGP with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $85.16 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

IPG Photonics has the GF Value Rank of 6.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

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IPG Photonics GF Value Rank Related Terms

IPGP vs AXTI, VECO, ACLS: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials subindustry, IPG Photonics's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

IPG Photonics GF Value Rank vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, IPG Photonics's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where IPG Photonics's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 6 mean?
IPG Photonics (IPGP) has a GF Value Rank of 6 as of Jul. 06, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on IPG Photonics and its competitors. This is 14% below median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, IPG Photonics' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is IPG Photonics' GF Value Rank too high?
IPG Photonics' current GF Value Rank of 6 is 14% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, IPG Photonics has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IPG Photonics' GF Value Rank compare to AXTI and VECO?
IPG Photonics' GF Value Rank of 6 can be compared against companies in the Semiconductors industry. Historically, IPG Photonics' own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for a Semiconductors company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Semiconductors industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on IPG Photonics and its competitors. IPG Photonics's current GF Value Rank is 6, which is 14% below median its own 10-year median of 7.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IPG Photonics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IPG Photonics (IPGP) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $85.16, compared to a current price of $104.79 — trading 23.1% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 6, which is 14% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. IPG Photonics' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For IPG Photonics (IPGP), the current GF Value Rank is 6 as of Jul. 06, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is IPG Photonics (IPGP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IPG Photonics stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $104.79 is trading 23.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $85.16. GuruFocus considers IPG Photonics to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for IPGP:

  • GF Value Rank: 6 (14% below median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: $85.16 vs. price of $104.79 (23.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the IPGP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

IPG Photonics Business Description

Address 377 Simarano Drive, Marlborough, MA, USA, 01752
IPG Photonics Corp is a vertically integrated developer and manufacturer of high-performance fiber lasers, laser and non-laser systems, fiber amplifiers, diode lasers, and related optical components. Its products are used in diverse applications in the manufacturing, automotive, industrial, aerospace, semiconductor, and consumer end markets. The company sells its products globally to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), system integrators, and end users. Additionally, it manufactures complementary products used with its lasers, including optical delivery cables, fiber couplers, beam switches, optical processing heads, in-line sensors, and chillers. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from North America, followed by China, Japan, Germany, and other markets.
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