Coherent Corp. (COHR)
Information Technology ยท Optical Instruments & Lenses
Coherent Corp. (COHR) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since October 2, 1987. SentiSense covers Coherent Corp. in the Information Technology sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Optical Instruments & Lenses. Jim Anderson is its chief executive officer. The company reports 51,000 employees, and its corporate website is www.coherent.com.
About Coherent Corp.
Coherent is a US-based photonics and materials technology company specializing in communications components. The firm produces an extensive portfolio of photonic technologies, including transceivers, semiconductor lasers, and optical components for data center and telecommunications applications. Coherent plays a significant role in AI infrastructure by supplying high-speed optical connectivity that enables less power-hungry, lower-temperature data transmission within and between hyperscale data centers. The firm owns integrated manufacturing capabilities in several photonic substrates, including indium phosphide. Beyond optical data networking, Coherent serves industrial markets with lasers, materials for semiconductor and automotive production, and other precision applications.
Latest reported results
Coherent Corp. reported revenue of $2.37 billion for Q1 FY2027, up 49.9% from the same period a year earlier.
Institutional ownership
In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, 1,287 institutions reported holding COHR, with 167.7 million shares worth $66.1 billion in aggregate. The largest reported holders were Vanguard, BlackRock and FMR. Of the 5 largest reported holders, 3 added shares, 1 reduced its position and 1 held its position unchanged during the quarter.
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- COHR financials: revenue, net income, operating margin and free cash flow through Q1 FY2027.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Coherent Corp. do?
Coherent is a US-based photonics and materials technology company specializing in communications components.
What sector is COHR in?
SentiSense classifies Coherent Corp. in the Information Technology sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Optical Instruments & Lenses.
Where does COHR stock trade?
Coherent Corp. (COHR) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since October 2, 1987.
Who is the CEO of Coherent Corp.?
Jim Anderson is the chief executive officer of Coherent Corp..