Desktop Metal: High Risk, High Reward

Summary

  • DM could find strong, accelerating growth within additive manufacturing as its addressable market expands, projected to grow to at least $54 billion by 2029.
  • Acquisitions have broadened DM's materials and systems portfolios, giving it more potential end markets and potential customers for growth.
  • DM is expected to grow revenues to $100 million in 2021, up from $16.5 million in 2020, and continue with high double-digit growth for multiple years.
  • A high-growth, high-reward play comes with a high-risk profile, stemming from the execution risk that stems from hitting these growth targets.

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