Highlights
- Market Cap
- $1.38B
- Enterprise Value
- $1.27B
- EPS (TTM)
- $0.88
- PE Ratio
- 65.01
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- $533.13M
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- $237.14M
- EBITDA (TTM)
- $55.40M
- Year Range
- $29.59 - $68.91
- Target Price
- $38.50
- ROA (TTM)
- 2.79%
- ROE (TTM)
- 2.79%
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Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Proto Labs, Inc., comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
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Returns By Period
Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) has returned 12.71% so far this year and 62.73% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, PRLB has returned -3.06% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.
Proto Labs, Inc.
- 1D
- 2.96%
- 1M
- -8.15%
- YTD
- 12.71%
- 6M
- 13.97%
- 1Y
- 62.73%
- 3Y*
- 19.82%
- 5Y*
- -13.83%
- 10Y*
- -3.06%
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- 2.91%
- 1M
- -5.09%
- YTD
- -4.63%
- 6M
- -2.39%
- 1Y
- 16.33%
- 3Y*
- 16.69%
- 5Y*
- 10.18%
- 10Y*
- 12.16%
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Feb 24, 2012, PRLB's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +1.20%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 4.8 years.
Historically, 52% of months were positive and 48% were negative. The best month was Nov 2023 with a return of +53.3%, while the worst month was Feb 2021 at -31.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 14 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, PRLB closed higher 51% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 1, 2024 with a return of +38.7%, while the worst single day was Nov 4, 2022 at -31.1%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4.07% | 17.91% | -8.15% | 12.71% | |||||||||
| 2025 | 6.75% | -4.43% | -12.14% | 0.34% | 5.18% | 8.27% | 7.69% | 15.51% | 0.44% | -0.54% | 2.13% | -0.45% | 29.42% |
| 2024 | -7.37% | 0.94% | -1.87% | -14.74% | 1.61% | -0.26% | 12.72% | -12.18% | -3.96% | -6.71% | 50.33% | -5.10% | 0.33% |
| 2023 | 19.86% | 2.75% | 5.44% | -13.21% | 6.92% | 13.65% | -5.18% | -11.01% | -10.51% | -10.57% | 53.32% | 7.62% | 52.60% |
| 2022 | -2.28% | 12.06% | -5.92% | -19.45% | 13.10% | -0.73% | 2.19% | -21.46% | -5.13% | 4.83% | -30.56% | -3.73% | -50.28% |
| 2021 | 38.07% | -31.22% | -16.43% | -7.96% | -20.23% | 2.70% | -14.83% | -5.15% | -10.19% | -10.20% | -16.20% | 2.45% | -66.53% |
Benchmark Metrics
Proto Labs, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 0.30%, beta of 1.25, and R² of 0.20 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since February 27, 2012.
- This stock participated in 112.38% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 80.94% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- R² of 0.20 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 0.30%
- Beta
- 1.25
- R²
- 0.20
- Upside Capture
- 80.94%
- Downside Capture
- 112.38%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
PRLB ranks 83 for risk / return — in the top 83% of stocks on our site. This means strong returns relative to risk — exactly what professional investors look for. Well-suited for investors who want to maximize return per unit of risk.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).
| PRLB | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.31 | 0.90 | +0.42 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.36 | 1.39 | +0.98 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.29 | 1.21 | +0.08 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.05 | 1.40 | +1.65 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 8.46 | 6.61 | +1.85 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
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Dividends
Dividend History
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Proto Labs, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Proto Labs, Inc. was 91.22%, occurring on Nov 9, 2022. The portfolio has not yet recovered.
The current Proto Labs, Inc. drawdown is 77.33%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -91.22% | Jan 28, 2021 | 451 | Nov 9, 2022 | — | — | — |
| -60.84% | Sep 17, 2018 | 380 | Mar 20, 2020 | 192 | Dec 22, 2020 | 572 |
| -49.77% | Oct 25, 2013 | 762 | Nov 2, 2016 | 247 | Oct 26, 2017 | 1009 |
| -27.76% | Aug 2, 2012 | 57 | Oct 22, 2012 | 56 | Jan 15, 2013 | 113 |
| -25.59% | May 2, 2012 | 42 | Jun 29, 2012 | 22 | Aug 1, 2012 | 64 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Proto Labs, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how Proto Labs, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Metal Fabrication industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for PRLB, comparing it with other companies in the Metal Fabrication industry. Currently, PRLB has a P/E ratio of 65.0. This P/E ratio is significantly higher than those of industry peers. This could indicate that the stock is overvalued or that investors expect strong future growth.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for PRLB relative to other companies in the Metal Fabrication industry. Currently, PRLB has a P/S ratio of 2.6. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for PRLB in comparison with other companies in the Metal Fabrication industry. Currently, PRLB has a P/B value of 1.8. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.
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