Kratos Defense & Security (KTOS)
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KTOS Stock Chart & Stats
$70.99
-$0.17(-0.59%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$70.99
-$0.17(-0.59%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$39.00 - $134.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume773.60K
Average Volume (3M)4.72M
Market Cap
$10.17B
Enterprise Value$9.25B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.46B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$185.40M
Price to Earnings (P/E)326.0
Beta1.62
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS Estimate
0.13Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.17
Shares Outstanding187,519,990
10 Day Avg. Volume3,596,846
30 Day Avg. Volume4,717,928
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio33.36
Price to Book (P/B)6.68
Price to Sales (P/S)9.91
P/FCF Ratio-97.12
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.91
Enterprise Value/Revenue6.54
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit29.99
Enterprise Value/Ebitda84.88
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$96.30Price Target Upside35.65% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
EPS Forecast (FY)0.76
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.74B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetKratos’ very low leverage and a materially stronger equity base give durable financial flexibility to fund programs, absorb delays, and invest in capacity. Over 2–6 months this reduces refinancing risk and supports sustained program execution and bidding on larger contracts.
Record Backlog & Large PipelineA $2B backlog and a multi‑billion dollar pipeline provide multi‑period revenue visibility and support organic growth targets. High book-to-bill and sizable satellite demand anchor sustained revenue growth and justify capacity investments over the next several quarters.
Diversified Growth Engines & Management ExecutionBroad organic growth across unmanned systems, turbines and hypersonics reduces dependency on any single program and signals effective execution. Management’s delivery of bookings, outperformance vs. EBITDA guidance, and clarified ramp plans imply durable operational capability to scale revenue.
Bears Say
Negative Cash FlowPersistent operating cash outflows and deeply negative free cash flow raise funding and execution risk. Over a multi‑month horizon this can force equity raises, increase borrowing, or constrain capex/timing of deliveries despite reported revenue growth, pressuring program continuity.
Thin Profit MarginsLow single‑digit margins leave limited buffer against cost inflation, contract mix shifts or delivery delays. Margin sensitivity weakens resilience to program cost overruns and elevates the importance of margin expansion plans; small adverse events can materially depress earnings.
Execution & Supply/Staffing RisksProduction bottlenecks, shortages of cleared/turbomachinery personnel and timing sensitivity to government obligations can delay deliveries and ramp plans. These structural execution risks can impede hypersonics/engine scale‑up and sustain cash burn while investments continue.
Kratos Defense News
KTOS FAQ
What was Kratos Defense & Security’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kratos Defense & Security lowest stock price was $39.00 and its highest was $134.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Kratos Defense & Security’s market cap?
Kratos Defense & Security’s market cap is $10.17B.
When is Kratos Defense & Security’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kratos Defense & Security’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 40 days.
How were Kratos Defense & Security’s earnings last quarter?
Kratos Defense & Security released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported $0.16 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.134 by $0.026.
Is Kratos Defense & Security overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kratos Defense & Security’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Kratos Defense & Security pay dividends?
Kratos Defense & Security does not currently pay dividends.
What is Kratos Defense & Security’s EPS estimate?
Kratos Defense & Security’s EPS estimate is 0.13.
How many shares outstanding does Kratos Defense & Security have?
Kratos Defense & Security has 187,519,990 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kratos Defense & Security’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kratos Defense & Security reported an EPS of $0.16 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.134. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -7.347%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kratos Defense & Security?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in KTOS
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Kratos Defense Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$96.30 (35.65% Upside)
$96.30 (35.65% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
KTOS Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 107.1K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $2.1M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 7.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 7.0%
News Sentiment
Bullish
Bullish news 80%
Bearish news 20%
Bearish news 20%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
28.58%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.26%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
101.64%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Kratos Defense & Security
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. primarily functions as a contractor for the United States Department of Defense. Its business operations are organized into two distinct divisions: Kratos Government Solutions and Unmanned Systems. The Kratos Government Solutions segment delivers a comprehensive suite of products and services, including advanced microwave electronics, solutions for space and satellite communications, specialized training and cybersecurity/warfare capabilities, C5ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) and modular systems, cutting-edge turbine technologies, and essential defense and rocket support services. Meanwhile, the Unmanned Systems division is dedicated to developing and supplying autonomous platforms, specifically unmanned aerial, ground, and maritime systems. Kratos caters to an extensive client base, which includes various national security organizations, the DoD, intelligence and classified agencies, international government bodies, and both domestic and global commercial enterprises. The company was established in 1994 and its corporate headquarters are located in San Diego, California.
KTOS Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed strong operational momentum and multiple high‑value contract wins (record backlog, expanded $14B pipeline, revenue and EBITDA beats, significant hypersonics and satellite awards) and a clear path to margin expansion. These positives were tempered by near‑term cash outflows, working capital pressures (DSO up to 130 days), supply‑chain and hiring constraints, and an expected sequential Q2 step‑down in margins and revenue mix. On balance, management presented substantial growth opportunities and articulated financial targets and investments to capture them, while noting execution and timing risks tied to government funding and talent/supply availability.View all KTOS earnings summariesKTOS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$96.30
▲(35.65% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
1.40% Insiders
25.19% Mutual Funds
21.21% Other Institutional Investors
18.08% Public Companies and Individual Investors