Strategic Defense Partnership Follows Successful Phase 1 Qualification of Additional LightPath Proprietary BlackDiamond™ Material Variants ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: LPTH) ("LightPath," the "Company," or "we"), a leading global, vertically integrated provider of thermal imaging cores, custom optical assemblies, photonics and infrared solutions for the industrial, commercial, defense, telecommunications, and medical industries, today announced the U.S. D ...

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: LPTH) ("LightPath," the "Company," or "we"), a leading global, vertically integrated provider of thermal imaging cores, custom optical assemblies, photonics and infrared solutions for the industrial, commercial, defense, telecommunications, and medical industries, today announced the appointment of experienced operations professional Steven Garcia as General Manager of the Company's production facility in Orlando, Florida. Mr. ...

Low Rate Initial Production Order Follows Qualification for Assemblies Made with BlackDiamond™ Glass Optics ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: LPTH) ("LightPath," the "Company," or "we"), a leading global, vertically integrated provider of thermal imaging cores, custom optical assemblies, photonics and infrared solutions for the industrial, commercial, defense, telecommunications, and medical industries, today announced receipt of a $0.5 million low rate init ...

Proprietary Germanium-Free Advanced Infrared Optics to Supply Critical F-35 Combat Aircraft Program ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: LPTH) ("LightPath," the "Company," or "we"), a leading global, vertically integrated provider of thermal imaging cores, custom optical assemblies, photonics and infrared solutions for the industrial, commercial, defense, telecommunications, and medical industries, today announced a $3.5 million follow-on order to provide advan ...

LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:LPTH) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call September 19, 2024 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Albert Miranda - CFO Sam Rubin - President & CEO Conference Call Participants Brian Kinstlinger - Alliance Global Partners Jaeson Schmidt - Lake Street Capital Scott Buck - H.C. Wainwright Glenn Mattson - Ladenburg Thalmann Operator Good day, and welcome to the LightPath Technologies Fiscal Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call. All participants will be in listen-only mode. [ ...

Financial Performance - The company reported net losses of $8.0 million, $4.0 million, $3.5 million, and $3.2 million for fiscal years 2024, 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively, with an accumulated deficit of approximately $215.8 million as of June 30, 2024[108]. - In fiscal year 2024, 39% of net revenue was derived from international sales, down from 50% in fiscal year 2023, with 94% of foreign sales coming from Europe and Asia[111]. - Sales to three key customers accounted for approximately 25% of annual revenue in fiscal year 2024, with one customer contributing 12%, another 7%, and the third 6%[122]. - The company has approximately $4.2 million in outstanding indebtedness as of August 2024 and will likely need additional financing to sustain operations and fund strategic plans[124]. - In fiscal years 2024 and 2023, the company recognized net gains of approximately $73,000 and losses of $37,000 on foreign currency transactions, respectively[120]. Market and Competition - The company faces substantial competition from larger public and private companies with greater resources, which could adversely affect its market position and financial condition[136]. - The company faces risks from international tariffs and trade policies that could adversely affect sales and operations, particularly in relation to China[116]. - The company must expand its sales and marketing organization to increase market awareness and sales, as its current organization is somewhat limited[134]. Product and Pricing Strategy - The company reorganized its products into four groups: infrared components (44% of net revenues), visible components (33%), assemblies and modules (14%), and engineering services (6%) in fiscal year 2024[138]. - The company anticipates further reductions in average selling prices of some products, necessitating increased sales volumes or higher margin products to maintain profitability[137]. - The company has experienced decreases in average selling prices over the last ten years, particularly in passive component products, and must offset these decreases to maintain revenue[137]. Supply Chain and Operational Risks - The company is susceptible to supply shortages and price fluctuations due to reliance on single or limited source suppliers for key materials[115]. - The company may incur additional costs or face operational disruptions if it fails to accurately forecast material requirements[139]. - The company’s manufacturing facilities are vulnerable to interruptions from various events, and it lacks backup facilities or sufficient business interruption insurance[146][148]. Intellectual Property and Cybersecurity - The company does not currently maintain product liability insurance, which could expose it to significant financial risks in the event of claims[145]. - The company does not have patent protection for its formulas and processes, which could negatively impact its business if ownership is lost[153]. - The company relies on trade secrecy laws and employee confidentiality agreements to protect its intellectual property, but there is no assurance against potential breaches[154]. - Cyber incidents pose a risk to the company, potentially leading to unauthorized access and disruption of operations, despite having technology security initiatives in place[155]. - The company has insurance coverage for cyber liability, but there are no guarantees that the coverage will be adequate for specific claims[154]. - The company has not experienced a material cyber incident, but the potential consequences could adversely affect its results of operations[155]. Human Resources - The company’s future success depends on attracting and retaining qualified personnel, facing significant competition for skilled employees in its industry[144]. Future Outlook - The company expects revenue growth through promotion of infrared products and continued cost reduction efforts, but future profitability remains uncertain[108]. - The company relies on key business relationships for product commercialization, and failure to maintain these relationships could limit revenue generation[133]. Regulatory and Reporting - As a Smaller Reporting Company, the company is electing scaled disclosure reporting obligations and is not required to provide certain market risk information[269].

Revenue Performance - Revenue for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 was approximately $8.6 million, a decrease of approximately $1.1 million, or 11%, compared to $9.7 million in the same quarter of the prior fiscal year[7]. - Full fiscal year 2024 revenue was approximately $31.7 million, a decrease of approximately $1.2 million, or 4%, compared to $32.9 million in the prior fiscal year[13]. - Revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was $8.63 million, down from $9.68 million for the same period in 2023, representing a decline of 10.8%[37]. - Revenue from engineering services was approximately $2.0 million for fiscal 2024, an increase of $1.5 million compared to the prior fiscal year, driven by a contract with Lockheed Martin[21]. Net Loss and Financial Performance - Net loss for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 was approximately $2.4 million, compared to a net loss of $0.8 million for the same quarter of the prior fiscal year[11]. - The net loss for the year ended June 30, 2024, was $8.01 million, compared to a net loss of $4.05 million for the year ended June 30, 2023, indicating an increase in losses of 97.5%[37]. - The net loss for the year ended June 30, 2024, was $8,007,346, compared to a net loss of $4,046,871 for the year ended June 30, 2023, representing an increase in losses of approximately 97%[42]. - EBITDA for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 was a loss of approximately $1.3 million, compared to income of $0.1 million for the same period of the prior fiscal year[12]. - The EBITDA for the year ended June 30, 2024, was $(3,699,585), representing a decline compared to $(355,002) for the year ended June 30, 2023, indicating a worsening operational performance[46]. Margins and Costs - Gross margin for fiscal 2024 was approximately $8.6 million, a decrease of 22% compared to approximately $11.1 million in fiscal year 2023[16]. - The gross margin for the year ended June 30, 2024, was $8.63 million, down from $11.07 million in 2023, reflecting a decrease of 22%[37]. - SG&A costs for fiscal 2024 were approximately $12.3 million, an increase of approximately $0.9 million, or 8%, compared to the prior fiscal year[17]. Backlog and Contracts - Total backlog at June 30, 2024, was $19.3 million[8]. - As of June 30, 2024, the total backlog was approximately $19.3 million, a decrease of 11% from $21.7 million as of June 30, 2023[23]. - A significant contract renewal represented a 40% increase in dollar value compared to the previous order for advanced infrared optics[23]. - The company achieved key qualification milestones with Lockheed Martin for a US Army missile program[8]. Assets and Liabilities - Total current assets decreased to $15.54 million as of June 30, 2024, from $21.76 million as of June 30, 2023[35]. - Total liabilities increased slightly to $17.89 million as of June 30, 2024, compared to $17.58 million as of June 30, 2023[35]. Cash Flow and Equity - Cash flows from operating activities provided $521,037 in the year ended June 30, 2024, a significant improvement compared to cash used in operating activities of $(2,809,523) in the previous year[42]. - The company issued common stock under public equity placement, raising $806,332 in the year ended June 30, 2024, compared to $9,199,510 in the previous year, indicating a decrease of approximately 91%[42]. - The total stockholders' equity increased to $35,952,525 as of June 30, 2023, from $29,731,238 as of June 30, 2022, reflecting an increase of approximately 21%[39]. Acquisitions and Investments - LightPath's subsidiary, Visimid Technologies, was acquired in July 2023, focusing on customized infrared cameras for industrial and defense applications[29]. - The company acquired Visimid Technologies, resulting in a cash outflow of $847,141, which is part of its strategy for market expansion[42]. Depreciation and Currency Adjustments - The company reported depreciation and amortization expenses of $4,048,409 for the year ended June 30, 2024, compared to $3,174,569 for the year ended June 30, 2023, an increase of approximately 27.5%[42]. - The company experienced a foreign currency translation adjustment of $1,019,023 in the year ended June 30, 2024, which positively impacted the total stockholders' equity[42]. Stock-Based Compensation - The company reported a stock-based compensation expense of $1,019,023 for the year ended June 30, 2024, compared to $1,310,957 for the previous year, indicating a decrease of approximately 22%[42].

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: LPTH) ("LightPath," the "Company," or "we"), a leading global, vertically integrated provider of thermal imaging cores, custom optical assemblies, photonics and infrared solutions for the industrial, commercial, defense, telecommunications, and medical industries, today announced financial results for its fiscal 2024 fourth quarter and full year ended June 30, 2024. Fiscal 2024 Full Year & Fourth Quarter Highlights: Revenue ...

Maris-Tech integrated critical firmware and hardware to support AI algorithms embedded in LightPath's Infrared Cameras The new AI-enabled feature will be available as an option on all of LightPath's cameras and is referred to as EdgeIR™. The new EdgeIR™ cameras integrate Maris-Tech's technology with an embedded Hailo-8 AI accelerator into the hardware, enabling customers to upload and run their preferred trained AI models on the edge at the camera level. This new capability, which will be available on all o ...

Core Insights - Maris-Tech has collaborated with LightPath to integrate critical firmware and hardware that supports AI algorithms in LightPath's infrared cameras, marking a significant advancement in their technology [7] - The new AI-enabled feature, named EdgeIR™, will be available as an option on all of LightPath's cameras, allowing for enhanced functionality [2][3] Company Overview - Maris-Tech is a B2B provider specializing in edge computing AI-accelerated video solutions, founded by veterans from the Israel technology sector with extensive experience in electrical engineering and imaging [4] - The company aims to meet the increasing demands of commercial and tactical applications by delivering high-performance, compact, low power, and low latency solutions to various industries, including defense and homeland security [4] Technology Integration - The EdgeIR™ cameras will incorporate Maris-Tech's technology along with an embedded Hailo-8 AI accelerator, enabling customers to upload and run their preferred trained AI models directly at the camera level [3] - This integration facilitates real-time, low-latency streaming and high-efficiency AI inferencing on the camera's video stream, addressing bandwidth and security issues associated with cloud and server frameworks [8]