Double-digit increases in revenues boost confidence, though new business strategies weigh on some.

After a fiscal year in which it was hit by slumping metal prices and floods in Thailand, II-VI reports mixed demand trends.

Tough competition and strong US dollar mean industrial laser firm will miss its $80 million goal for fiscal 2012.

Government spending slowdown and US political gridlock prompt the photonics firm to streamline its operations.

Record bookings largely due to $10 million deal to fit Apache helicopters with night-vision cameras.

Partnership will promote laser dentistry and facilitate training in the field.

Fiber laser firm stands to benefit from growing adoption of high-strength steel and aluminum in auto manufacturing.

But the infrared imaging company increased earnings despite sharp year-over-year contraction in sales.

Laser giant ends June quarter with a record backlog, and will formally release its kilowatt fiber laser by the end of September.

Backlog at Electro Scientific Industries swells to a six-year high on new design wins, prompting 20% stock bounce.

Market forecast from Electronicast predicts global 28% annual growth; APAC shows sharpest growth but Americas’ sales share shrinks.

“Competition, price pressure, challenging market”, cited as reasons for Las Vegas closure. Does HCPV still have good prospects?