LITE:NASDAQLumentum Holdings Inc. Analysis
Data as of 2026-06-21 - not real-time
$850.00
Latest Price
8/10Risk
Risk Level: High
Executive Summary
Lumentum (LITE) trades at $850, well below its 20‑day SMA of $902.76 and with an RSI of 45.8, the stock shows neutral momentum, while the MACD histogram remains firmly bearish (-6.08) indicating short‑term downside pressure. Fundamentally, the company posts an eye‑popping 90% revenue growth and a 40.8% gross margin, but its forward P/E of 46.9 and trailing P/E of 149 dwarfs the industry average of 38, and a DCF‑derived fair value of $41 suggests the market is severely overvaluing the business. Recent analyst commentary highlights strong AI‑infrastructure demand and a new 240,000‑sq‑ft AI laser facility in North Carolina, underscoring long‑term growth catalysts despite the current pricing disconnect. Investors should weigh the compelling growth narrative against the extreme valuation and heightened volatility before deciding on entry timing.
Market Outlook
Short Term
< 1 yearCautious
Model confidence: 6/10
Key Factors
- Bearish MACD and price below short‑term SMA
- Extreme valuation gap vs DCF fair value
- High 30‑day volatility (>100%)
Medium Term
1–3 yearsNeutral
Model confidence: 7/10
Key Factors
- Sustained 90% revenue growth and strong margins
- Analyst consensus remains bullish (Buy rating)
- Continued AI and data‑center demand
Long Term
> 3 yearsNeutral
Model confidence: 7/10
Key Factors
- Strategic expansion with new AI laser facility
- Long‑term secular tailwinds in optical networking
- Valuation likely to compress toward DCF levels
Key Metrics & Analysis
Financial Health
Revenue Growth90.10%
Profit Margin17.68%
P/E Ratio149.1
ROE22.83%
ROA2.89%
Debt/Equity111.44
P/B Ratio71.7
Op. Cash Flow$452.4M
Free Cash Flow$93.3M
Industry P/E38.1
Technical Analysis
TrendNeutral
RSI45.8
Support$776.01
Resistance$1,049.53
MA 20$902.76
MA 50$905.57
MA 200$512.45
MACDBearish
VolumeStable
Fear & Greed Index91.46
Valuation
Fair Value$41.39
Target Price$1,111.29
Upside/Downside30.74%
GradeOvervalued
TypeBlend
Risk Assessment
Beta2.65
Volatility100.91%
Sector RiskHigh
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskMedium
Currency RiskMedium
Liquidity RiskLow
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