IPGP vs NEA Comparison

IPG Photonics Corp is a vertically integrated developer and manufacturer of high-performance fiber lasers, fiber amplifiers, and diode lasers, which are used in diverse applications in the manufacturing, automotive, industrial, aerospace, semiconductor, and consumer end markets. The company operates in one segment which involves the design, development, production and distribution of fiber lasers, laser and non-laser systems, fiber amplifiers, and related optical components. A large majority of the firm's revenue is derived from materials processing applications for fiber lasers, including cutting and welding, marking and engraving, and micro-processing. The company generates a majority of its revenue from North America and also has its presence in China, Japan, Germany, and other markets.

Nuveen AMT-Free Municipal Income Fund is a diversified closed-end management investment company. Its investment objective is to provide current income exempt from regular federal income tax and the alternative minimum tax applicable to individuals, by investing in an actively managed portfolio of tax-exempt municipal securities. The company invest in Transportation, Utilities, Healthcare, Education and Civics, and other sectors, with maximum investment in Transportation.