3D Systems Corporation (DDD)

In May 2025, the stock plummeted after the company reported disappointing first-quarter earnings for 2025 and withdrew its full-year outlook. In August 2025, the stock declined after the Q2 2025 earnings report. In August 2025, 3D Systems received a $7.65 million contract award from the U.S. Air Force. In September 2025, the company announced the introduction of the MJP 300W Plus and provided an update on their software strategy. In October 2025, 3D Systems announced major milestones in its Saudi Arabian growth initiative, which boosted the stock by 6.2% in premarket trading. Over the last six months, the stock has shown a 60% gain, but also a 49.22% decline in price change.

The broader 3D printing industry can experience some seasonality. Capital equipment purchases can be influenced by economic cycles and customer capital expenditure budgets. Weak customer capital spending impacted sales in the first three quarters of 2024, with an uptick in industrial printer systems and global services in the fourth quarter. High interest rates can also suppress customer capital expenditure, leading to lower hardware sales. The dental aligner segment also experienced near-term inventory adjustments, impacting materials sales in the Healthcare Solutions segment.

3D Systems Corporation is an American company specializing in 3D printing and digital manufacturing solutions, operating in the technology sector, specifically the hardware industry. The company's business model integrates hardware, software, materials, and services, generating revenue through the sale of 3D printers, recurring sales of materials and software licenses, and on-demand manufacturing services. Its product portfolio includes a wide range of 3D printers for plastics and metals, utilizing various technologies. The company also offers engineered materials and content creation software. 3D Systems' solutions cater to Healthcare Solutions and Industrial Solutions segments.

3D Systems Corporation has a global presence, marketing its products and services through subsidiaries across North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific region. The Americas region accounts for a significant share of its revenue. The company's global headquarters are located in Rock Hill, South Carolina, U.S.

3D Systems benefits from patented technologies and a strong brand reputation. However, the company's reputation has likely been influenced by its financial performance, with downward trends in revenue and unprofitability potentially impacting brand perception. Strategic partnerships and contract wins could bolster its reputation for innovation and market expansion.

Institutional investors hold a significant portion of 3D Systems Corporation's stock, with approximately 56% of the shares owned by institutions. As of October 23, 2025, 3D Systems Corporation has 311 institutional owners holding a total of 81,274,139 shares. Major institutional owners include BlackRock, Inc., The Vanguard Group, Inc., and State Street Corp. Individual ownership is around 4.34% to 4.08%. The company's CEO, Jeffrey Graves, directly holds 0.8% of the total shares outstanding.