LPKFF (LPKF Laser & Electronics SE) ROCE %: -35.21% (As of Mar. 2026)


LPKFF LPKF Laser & Electronics SE LPKFF
69 GF Score
Price $28.47
GF Value $7.93
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is LPKF Laser & Electronics SE ROCE %?

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE LPKFF -6.13% 69 ROCE % is -35.21% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates LPKFF with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $7.93 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

ROCE % measures how well a company generates profits from its capital. It is calculated as EBIT divided by Capital Employed, where Capital Employed is calculated as Total Assets minus Total Current Liabilities. LPKF Laser & Electronics SE's annualized ROCE % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -35.21%.

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE  (OTCPK:LPKFF) ROCE % Explanation

ROCE % can be especially useful when comparing the performance of capital-intensive companies. Unlike ROE %, which indicates the profitability of Shareholders Equity, ROCE % also considers long-term debt in Capital Employed. This can be helpful when analyzing companies with significant debt, as the result is neutralized by taking debt into consideration.

Generally speaking, a higher ROCE % indicates a stonger profitability for a company. Moreover, it is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Investors tend to favor companies with stable and rising ROCE % trend over those with volatile ones.

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE ROCE % Related Terms

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE ROCE % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for LPKF Laser & Electronics SE's ROCE % can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE ROCE % Chart

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
ROCE %
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.08 6.48 3.79 -2.54 -16.07

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
ROCE % Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -17.00 9.97 -6.80 -47.04 -35.21
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LPKF Laser & Electronics SE ROCE % Calculation

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE's annualized ROCE % for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=-15.828/( ( (137.792 - 37.046) + (124.874 - 28.68) )/ 2 )
=-15.828/( (100.746+96.194)/ 2 )
=-15.828/98.47
=-16.07 %

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE's ROCE % of for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT (1)/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-32.084/( ( (124.874 - 28.68) + (121.171 - 35.116) )/ 2 )
=-32.084/( ( 96.194 + 86.055 )/ 2 )
=-32.084/91.1245
=-35.21 %

(1) Note: The EBIT data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) EBIT data.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about ROCE % →
What does a ROCE % of -35.21% mean?
LPKF Laser & Electronics SE (LPKFF) has a ROCE % of -35.21% as of Mar. 2026.
Is LPKF Laser & Electronics SE's ROCE % too high?
LPKF Laser & Electronics SE's current ROCE % is -35.21%. Overall, LPKF Laser & Electronics SE has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does LPKF Laser & Electronics SE's ROCE % compare to GEV and ETN?
LPKF Laser & Electronics SE's ROCE % of -35.21% can be compared against companies in the Industrial Products industry. The industry median ROCE % is 7.10. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good ROCE % for an Industrial Products company?
The median ROCE % among Industrial Products companies is 7.10, based on 3,032 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a ROCE % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, ROCE % 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 ROCE % mean?
A high ROCE % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Industrial Products industry, the median ROCE % is 7.10 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. LPKF Laser & Electronics SE's current ROCE % is -35.21%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is LPKF Laser & Electronics SE stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LPKF Laser & Electronics SE (LPKFF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $7.93, compared to a current price of $28.47 — trading 259% above its estimated fair value. The current ROCE % is -35.21%. LPKF Laser & Electronics SE's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is ROCE % calculated?
ROCE % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For LPKF Laser & Electronics SE (LPKFF), the current ROCE % is -35.21% as of Mar. 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 LPKF Laser & Electronics SE (LPKFF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LPKF Laser & Electronics SE stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $28.47 is trading 259% above its estimated GF Value™ of $7.93. GuruFocus considers LPKF Laser & Electronics SE to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LPKFF:

  • ROCE %: -35.21%
  • GF Value™: $7.93 vs. price of $28.47 (259% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 5 warning signs

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

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE Business Description

Address Osteriede 7, Garbsen, DEU, D-30827
LPKF Laser & Electronics SE is an international technology company specializing in laser-based manufacturing solutions for demanding industries. It develops high-tech solutions that address aspects such as precision, energy efficiency, and sustainability in particular. The group's Industries & Technologies include Electronics Manufacturing, Research & In-house PCB Prototyping, Laser Plastic Welding, Thin Glass Precision Processing, Laser Scribing, and others. The firm operates through the following segments: Development, Electronics, Welding, and Solar. Its geographic areas are Germany, the rest of Europe, North America, China, the rest of Asia, and Other.
69GF Score

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