3D Systems Corporation (DDD): The “Once in a Lifetime” Investment Opportunity

Dassault Systemes

Dassault Systemes S.A. (ADR) (PINK:DASTY) is another hot company in the 3D printing industry. It doesn’t manufacture 3D printers, but it is a 3D printing design and software company, which is absolutely crucial for the 3D printing industry. Basically, in this “razor and blades” model, the company fits in to the razors part, along with the printing materials. Without the software and the 3D modeling, the printing is of no use.

Dassault Systemes’ latest earnings report showed strong performance. as the company’s revenue grew 7% and EPS jumped 14%. Bernard Charles, Dassault Systemes S.A. (ADR) (PINK:DASTY)’s CEO, recently stated that the recent performance of the company was in line with its objectives as it acquired 20,000 new customers and reached a base of 10 million users.

The company is not only optimistic about the long-term growth in the industry, but is also optimistic about its near-term performance. As more and more companies are coming towards 3D printing as a mode of manufacturing, Dassault Systemes, with its new 3DEXPERIENCE platform, looks set to grow further in the near future.

The company, again, depends on how fast the 3D printing industry grows and even though its not a 3D printer manufacturer, it will be a crucial player in the next big technological advancement.

Conclusion

3D Printing is not new; however it still needs some time before it can be used at a mass level. Some people are calling it another tech bubble; however, the uses and possibilities of 3D printing are just too many to ignore. Opportunities like these don’t come often, and this is probably the best time to invest in the industry as it looks set to become the next big technological industry in less than 5 years.

This soon to be trillion dollar industry is perfect for patient investors looking for massive gains in the future. If you missed out on investing in PCs or smartphones earlier, then this is that one more “once in a lifetime” opportunity to invest in.

The article The “Once in a Lifetime” Investment Opportunity originally appeared on Fool.com and is written by Yasir Idrees.

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