IPGP vs PIPR 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. 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 China and also has its presence in North America, Japan, Germany, and other markets.

Piper Sandler Cos is an investment banking company. Investment banking services include financial advisory services, management of and participation in underwriting, and public finance activities. It generates maximum revenue from Advisory services followed by Equity financing. The company focuses on the following sectors: healthcare; energy; consumer; diversified industrials and services; business services; technology; financial services; agriculture, clean technologies, and renewables, focusing on middle-market clients.