3D printing stocks are shares of companies that make 3D printers, materials, or provide printing services. The industry, also called additive manufacturing, boomed in the early 2010s, then cooled as hype outpaced results.
But 3D printing is far from dead. Today, it's a fast-growing niche reshaping manufacturing. The market was valued at $19.3 billion in 2024 and is projected to surpass $100 billion by 2032. Here's what investors should know about 3D printing stocks.
Top 3D printing stocks to consider
| Name and ticker | Current price | Market cap | Industry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nano Dimension (NASDAQ:NNDM) | $1.72 | $373.1 million | Machinery |
| Stratasys (NASDAQ:SSYS) | $8.06 | $692.8 million | Machinery |
| Xometry (NASDAQ:XMTR) | $41.55 | $2.1 billion | Trading Companies and Distributors |
| 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) | $2.07 | $302.4 million | Machinery |
| PTC (NASDAQ:PTC) | $142.96 | $17.0 billion | Software |
| Materialise (NASDAQ:MTLS) | $4.94 | $291.8 million | Software |
| Proto Labs (NYSE:PRLB) | $59.62 | $1.4 billion | Machinery |
| HP (NYSE:HPQ) | $18.89 | $17.3 billion | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals |
1. Nano Dimension
NASDAQ: NNDM
Key Data Points
Nano Dimension specializes in the additive manufacturing of electronics, ceramics, and metals. Its product portfolio grew with the acquisition of 3D printing peer Desktop Metal, which serves automotive, consumer goods, and heavy industrial equipment companies.
In the third quarter of 2025, Nano Dimension reported revenue of $26.9 million, a whopping 81% year-over-year increase. At the bottom of the income statement, the company reported a $29.5 million net loss, which it largely attributed to the integration of Markforged.
2. Stratasys
NASDAQ: SSYS
Key Data Points
Stratasys was part of the early 2010s 3D printing stock boom and bust, but its business has endured. Management is committed to strengthening the company's financial health with a cost-savings initiative that is showing success. In 2025, Stratasys reported an adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) margin of 5.2%, an expansion from the 4.5% adjusted EBITDA margin it reported in 2024.
The company serves a diverse set of customers, including aerospace and automotive parts manufacturers, medical and dental companies, and makers of basic consumer products. And these relationships aren't superficial either. Stratsys has a partnership with General Motors (GM +1.06%) that has lasted over two decades.
3. Xometry
NASDAQ: XMTR
Key Data Points
A marketplace for on-demand manufacturing of prototyping and mass production, Xometry has a network of almost 5,000 suppliers that companies can call on to meet their fabrication needs. Among the suppliers on the Xometry platform are 3D printing companies, injection molding, and automated machining.
Xometry isn't profitable, but its unique approach is accelerating. From 2020 to 2025, the number of customers with accounts that have spent more than $50,000 during the prior 12-month period grew at a 35% CAGR.
Look for the company to build on its success of reporting a quarterly revenue record -- $192 million -- and a record quarterly gross profit of $75.2 million in Q4 2025.
4. 3D Systems
NYSE: DDD
Key Data Points
3D Systems develops printers and design software for all sorts of materials and industries (medical device makers, dental labs, semiconductor designers, aerospace, and automotive manufacturers).
As an established tech outfit in the manufacturing sector, 3D Systems offers the prospect of more stable growth and profitability. In early 2025, management announced a cost-saving initiative expected to yield annualized savings of $50 million in expenses. The initiative is bearing fruit: In 2025, 3D Systems reported diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.19, a substantial turnaround from the negative $1.94 diluted EPS it reported in 2024.
5. PTC
NASDAQ: PTC
Key Data Points
PTC has been a longtime technology partner to manufacturing and industrial enterprises. Besides 3D printing computer-aided design software, PTC specializes in augmented reality, industrial IoT (Internet of Things), and product lifecycle management software. Most of its revenue is subscription-based, resulting in a stable, steadily growing business model that generates ample cash flow.
PTC reported first quarter 2026 revenue of $686 million and $267 million in free cash flow. Highly profitable, PTC reported Q1 2026 earnings per share (EPS) of $1.39, and it projects fiscal 2026 EPS of $4.42 to $6.93. It has all the tools needed to digitally transform industrial businesses.
6. Materialise NV
NASDAQ: MTLS
Key Data Points
Another well-established company, Materialise delivers consistent profitability and free cash flow, making it a worthwhile option for investors seeking a conservative route to gain exposure to the 3D printing industry. In 2025, Materialise reported adjusted EBITDA of 32.4 million euros and free cash flow of 15.6 million euros.
Materialise operates three business units. Providing personalized healthcare solutions, Materialise Medical is the company's largest unit by revenue and adjusted EBITDA, while Materialise Software provides software solutions that form an ecosystem to support the additive manufacturing process, and Materialise Manufacturing facilitates the 3D printing of prototypes and serial parts.
7. Proto Labs
NYSE: PRLB
Key Data Points
Proto Labs provides 3D printing services to a wide range of industries such as medical, automotive, aerospace, and robotics, among others.
The company performed well in 2025. It booked record annual revenue of $533.1 million, a 6.4% year-over-year increase, and diluted EPS grew to $0.88 from $0.66 in 2024. Projecting further revenue growth in 2026, management anticipates sales to increase 6% to 8% compared to 2025.
Investors should look for continued improvements. In the Q4 2025 financial results press release, Dan Schumacher, the company's CFO, stated, "As we move through 2026, we are implementing targeted changes to improve efficiency and build a more scalable operating model."
8. HP
Key Data Points
For those who prefer a more modest approach to a 3D printing investment, HP is a viable option. The company has three segments: personal computing, printing (which includes 3D printing), and corporate investments.
While the personal computing segment contributes the most in terms of revenue, with $10.3 billion out of a total revenue of $14.4 billion in Q1 2026, the printing segment is the most profitable, representing 60% of the company's adjusted operating income during the quarter.
For 3D printing investors seeking passive income, HP will be especially alluring. As of March 2026, HP stock had a forward dividend yield of 6.5%.
Types of 3D printing stocks
A variety of options occupy different niches within the 3D printing industry. Hardware companies design and manufacture the actual 3D printers and related equipment, while materials suppliers provide the resins, metals, and polymers that form the basis of additive manufacturing.
Software and design solution providers offer tools to help customers use 3D printing. Meanwhile, service-based companies like Proto Labs and Xometry provide on-demand prototyping and other production services.
Why invest in 3D printing stocks?
There are many compelling reasons for investors to believe that now's a great time to click the buy button on a 3D printing stock.
- From healthcare to industrials, businesses across sectors are embracing 3D printing technology, creating strong growth potential.
- Investing in 3D printing stocks can provide portfolio diversification.
- As 3D printing companies continue to innovate, new applications for the technology will likely emerge.
Risks of investing in 3D printing stocks
One notable risk for 3D printing stocks is that many of them report consistent net losses. This could produce a trickle-down effect, where businesses must resort to raising capital through the issuance of equity, resulting in shareholder dilution, or the issuance of debt, which could jeopardize the companies' financial health.
Another risk is the intense competition. By some estimates, there are more than 23,000 3D printing companies operating worldwide. With a fairly low barrier to entry, it's reasonable to speculate that the field will grow even more in the coming years.
Criteria for selecting the best 3D printing stocks
When evaluating which 3D printing stocks are good fits for your portfolio, there are some things to bear in mind. For one, investors will want to see that the companies are growing revenue. Similarly, investors should look for companies that are progressing toward profitability.
Investors will also want to confirm that the companies aren't weighing down their balance sheets with debt. If 3D printing companies issue debt to raise capital, it could impede their ability to spend on research and development (R&D) and result in their lagging behind peers in innovations.
How to invest in 3D printing stocks
Understanding the technology that underlies 3D printing may be hard, but buying 3D printing stocks is easy, requiring only a few basic steps.
- Open your brokerage app: Log in to your brokerage account where you handle your investments.
- Search for the stock: Enter the ticker or company name into the search bar to bring up the stock's trading page.
- Decide how many shares to buy: Consider your investment goals and how much of your portfolio you want to allocate to this stock.
- Select order type: Choose between a market order to buy at the current price or a limit order to specify the maximum price you're willing to pay.
- Submit your order: Confirm the details and submit your buy order.
- Review your purchase: Check your portfolio to ensure your order was filled as expected and adjust your investment strategy accordingly.
Tips for investing in 3D printing stocks
Manufacturing technology is making inroads throughout the global economy by reducing production costs and localizing and speeding up order delivery for customers. As with all technology investments, however, progress won't go straight up. Expect twists and turns in these stocks as they develop new methods for designing and making products.
If you decide to invest, do so in a measured way. Maintain a diversified portfolio, be wary of stocks that benefit from investor over-optimism, and always leave spare cash to invest more during inevitable dips. Given enough time -- years and decades -- investing in 3D printing could eventually provide a big payoff.
The future of 3D printing
Pundits see a bright future for the 3D printing industry. Fortunately for those motivated to gain exposure to the burgeoning field, there are a variety of investment options to consider.
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About the Author
Scott Levine has positions in 3D Systems. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Autodesk, Dassault Systèmes Se, HP, Microsoft, PTC, Stratasys, and Xometry. The Motley Fool recommends 3D Systems, General Motors, and Trimble. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
