Coherent Corp. (COHR) — Stock Score Summary

Coherent Corp. (COHR) has a MoatMap StockRank of 72/100 based on Quality (46/100), Value (21/100), and Momentum (88/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. Coherent Corp., a U.S. technology company specializing in photonics and lasers, while innovative, does not present a clear, unpriced asymmetric opportunity tied to the high-conviction macro themes. Its diverse applications mean the macro tailwinds are diffuse and not as directly impactful as for other identified beneficiaries. The low quality score (Q: 29) also raises concerns for a quality compounder strategy.

Coherent Corp. is a global leader in materials, networking, and lasers, providing innovative solutions for industrial, communications, electronics, and aerospace & defense markets. The company manufactures a diverse range of products including lasers, optical components, and semiconductor materials. Coherent's competitive advantage lies in its broad technological expertise, extensive patent portfolio, and vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities, enabling it to serve high-growth markets with advanced solutions.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$381.35
Market Cap$73.9B
P/E (TTM)181.60
P/E (Forward)47.11
Price/Book6.98
Return on Equity4.7%
Return on Invested Capital2.6%
Debt/Equity31.09
Gross Margin37.0%
Operating Margin13.6%
Revenue Growth20.5%
Free Cash Flow$-198M

Coherent Corp. operates in the Scientific & Technical Instruments industry, part of the Technology sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coherent Corp.’s (COHR) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Coherent Corp. (COHR) is 72/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (46), Value (21), and Momentum (88) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Coherent Corp. have an economic moat?
Coherent Corp. (COHR) has a Quality factor score of 46/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Coherent Corp. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Coherent Corp. (COHR) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 72/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Coherent Corp. in?
Coherent Corp. (COHR) operates in the Technology sector, specifically the Scientific & Technical Instruments industry (United States).
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