Airbus Group (EADSF) targets to deliver 820 jets in 2025, aiming for a 7% year-over-year growth despite its new A350 freighter facing delays. The company nearly hit its 2024 target by delivering 766 jets, despite ongoing supply chain problems. These same challenges have also affected its U.S.-based competitor, Boeing (BA), which continues to face additional setbacks.
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Airbus’s 2024 results show revenue up 6% to €69.23 billion, adjusted EBIT (earnings before interest and tax) down 8% to €5.35 billion amid supply chain issues. However, reported EBIT climbed 15% to €5.3 billion.
Airbus Unveils Bold New Charges for its Space Division
Airbus took a €300 million financial hit on its struggling Space division in Q4 2024. The company also warned about possible future manufacturing challenges for its A400M military transport plane, which has seen weak sales. These issues signal continued turbulence in both Airbus’s space and military aircraft segments.
Overall, the company’s Defence and Space reported an adjusted EBIT of -€566 million, down from €229 million in 2023, due to €1.3 billion in space program charges.
Jefferies Remain Bullish on EADSF Stock
Following the results, five-star-rated analyst Chloe Lemaire from Jefferies confirmed his Buy rating on Airbus stock. Lemaire’s price target of $199.45 predicts an upside of 13.4%.
Lemaire highlighted that Airbus posted strong profits driven by its commercial aircraft and helicopter divisions. While the defense and space unit underperformed, the company’s overall operating profit (EBIT) remained healthy, showcasing its operational capabilities. Moreover, Lemaire pointed out that Airbus generated higher-than-expected free cash flow in 2024.
Is Airbus a Good Stock to Buy?
On TipRanks, EADSF stock has a Strong Buy consensus rating based on 12 Buys and two Holds assigned in the last three months. The average Airbus share price target of $190.63 implies a 8.4% upside potential from current levels.
