Our CEO has always monitored the stock prices of 3D printing companies and analyzed the performance of key players in the industry, including DDD, NNDM, DM, and SSYS. Despite merger and acquisition attempts, the numbers show a significant shift:

• DDD: 2013 ~90$, 2021 40$, now (Feb 5) 4.72$
• NNDM: 2016 ~72$, 2021 8.75$, now (Feb 5) 2.66$
• DM: 2019 ~97$, 2021 ~207$, now (Feb 5) ~2.78$
• SSYS: 2016 ~23$, 2021 ~31$, now (Feb 5) ~12.52$

Key Factors Impacting the Market

• Hype: Excessive excitement led to market saturation.
• Limitations: Material choices and production speeds slowed adoption in mass manufacturing.
• Cash & Earnings: Inconsistent earnings have made investors skeptical.
• Competition: Pressure from both new players and traditional manufacturing methods.

In conclusion, technology keeps evolving, but a revolution takes time. Investors are currently approaching the sector with caution because product advantages can be quickly matched by competitors. Everyone is chasing the “next big thing” that will redefine the industry.

Until then, let’s keep building the future—one layer at a time.