11 Best 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Stocks to Buy

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7. 3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD)

Analyst Upside Potential: 85.36%

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 20

3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD) is a leading provider of additive manufacturing solutions, specializing in 3D printing and digital manufacturing. It manufactures a range of products including 3D printers, and printing materials, and also offers software support and services.

In the fiscal third quarter of 2024, 3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD) reported facing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainties, leading to reduced capital expenditure spending by customers and a persistent headwind to hardware system sales. As a result, the Q3 revenue remained flat sequentially and slightly weaker than anticipated. Management noted that it is targeting high-reliability markets such as energy, oil & gas, semiconductor equipment manufacturing, and aerospace and defense. Moreover, the company is also focusing on opportunities driven by investments in AI, particularly in areas including semiconductor equipment manufacturing, data centers, and power generation equipment.

Looking ahead, the company anticipates that its inventory will lead to significant cash generating in Q4. It is one of the best 3D printing and additive manufacturing stocks to buy.

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