Should you buy Lumentum stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Lumentum is currently BUY. Lumentum trades at $863.76 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -11.274 with rising momentum (signal: -25.022); RSI is at 54.3 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $1,104.89 points to 27.9% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Lumentum stock?
The average analyst price target for Lumentum is $1,104.89. The current price is $863.76, which gives an upside of 27.9%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $994.40 and $1,215.38.
Is Lumentum a dividend stock?
No, Lumentum does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Lumentum stock?
Lumentum is rated as a stock with extreme risk. the annual standard deviation is 93.8%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk.
Is Lumentum overvalued?
No, Lumentum is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (27.9% upside). Lumentum has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 137.0 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 26.6, a P/B ratio of 18.7. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 27.9%.
Is Lumentum overbought?
No, Lumentum is not overbought. RSI is at 54.3 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 54.3 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 13.5% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next Lumentum earnings report?
Lumentum reports its next earnings on August 11, 2026. The stock currently trades at $863.76. With a P/E ratio of 137.0, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Lumentum shorted?
Yes, Lumentum is shorted with 12.5% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Lumentum stock?
No, insiders are not buying Lumentum shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 16 sales. On a net basis, 41,680,234 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 47,754,453 $ sold. Active sellers include Harris Isaac Hosojiro, Small Ian, Wupen Yuen and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Lumentum a good stock?
Based on our total score, Lumentum is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 47 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 6/100, Quality: 74/100, Momentum: 60/100. In addition: analysts see 27.9% upside to the price target; technical signal: Buy. Whether Lumentum is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Lumentum stock?
The outlook for Lumentum based on current data: the average analyst price target is $1,104.89 (+27.9%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 8/11/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 137.0 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Lumentum stock rising?
Lumentum is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 13.5% above the 20-day average; short interest is 12.5% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Lumentum go?
The average analyst price target for Lumentum is $1,104.89, which corresponds to a potential gain of 27.9% from the current price of $863.76. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Lumentum fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Lumentum. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Lumentum do?
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. It operates through two segments, Cloud & Networking and Industrial Tech. The Cloud & Networking segment offers optical and photo... The company belongs to the Teknologi sector, more specifically the Communication Equipment industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Lumentum as an investment.
Did Lumentum raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Lumentum. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Lumentum making money or losing money?
Yes, Lumentum is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 17.7% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 21.8%. At a P/E ratio of 137.0, you currently pay 137.0 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Lumentum go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Lumentum is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 1.26 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 7 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 311% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Lumentum have a lot of debt?
Yes, Lumentum has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 311%. For the teknologi sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Lumentum service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 30.7x, and net debt equals 1.4 years of earnings (EBITDA).
