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Kratos Defense & Security (KTOS)
:KTOS
KTOS Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$17.91 - $40.94
Previous CloseN/A
Volume773.60K
Average Volume (3M)1.87M
Market Cap
$6.15B
Enterprise Value$5.11B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$329.30M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$282.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)319.6
Beta1.08
Next Earnings
Jul 31, 2025EPS Estimate
0.1Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.12
Shares Outstanding153,443,340
10 Day Avg. Volume2,011,241
30 Day Avg. Volume1,870,670
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio31.49
Price to Book (P/B)3.79
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
P/FCF Ratio-606.73
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.83
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.14
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit18.06
Enterprise Value/Ebitda15.30
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$38.00Price Target Upside-5.85% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
Kratos Defense News
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Hypersonic TechnologyKTOS's hypersonic Dark Fury recently successfully flew its initial mission at hypersonic speeds, offering a low-cost solution in this area.
Labor And WorkforceLabor issues are improving, with retention no longer a concern and a net headcount increase of 159 employees, allowing for potential growth in higher-margin work.
Tactical Drone BusinessThe Apollo, Athena, and Thanatos drones are now all under contract, indicating progress in the tactical drone business.
Bears Say
Market ExposureKTOS stands out as a name with limited exposure to factors currently roiling markets, including zero exports to China and zero components supplied from China.
Space Business UncertaintyUncertainty remains around the space business and pace of awards at Kratos Unmanned Systems, impacting the overall outlook.
Valuation ConcernsThe valuation of Kratos Unmanned Systems is challenging to justify due to the lack of a significant program of record.
Ownership Overview
2.37% Insiders
31.15% Mutual Funds
0.35% Other Institutional Investors
31.69% Public Companies and Individual Investors
KTOS FAQ
What was Kratos Defense & Security’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kratos Defense & Security lowest stock price was $17.91 and its highest was $40.94 in the past 12 months.
What is Kratos Defense & Security’s market cap?
Kratos Defense & Security’s market cap is $6.15B.
When is Kratos Defense & Security’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kratos Defense & Security’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 31, 2025 which is in 54 days.
How were Kratos Defense & Security’s earnings last quarter?
Kratos Defense & Security released its earnings results on May 07, 2025. The company reported $0.12 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.09 by $0.03.
Is Kratos Defense & Security overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kratos Defense & Security’s price is currently Overvalued.
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 0.1.
How many shares outstanding does Kratos Defense & Security have?
Kratos Defense & Security has 153,443,340 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kratos Defense & Security’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kratos Defense & Security reported an EPS of $0.12 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.09. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.103%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kratos Defense & Security?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in KTOS
Kratos Defense Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$38.00 (-5.85% Downside)
$38.00 (-5.85% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
KTOS Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 65%
Sector Average 65%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 185.5K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $1.4M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 2.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 1.5%
Last 30 Days ▲ 1.5%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 59%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
89.48%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.45%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.72%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Kratos Defense & Security
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS) is a mid-tier defense contractor that specializes in providing technology-driven solutions for national security, defense, and related commercial applications. The company operates primarily through two segments: Kratos Government Solutions (KGS) and Unmanned Systems (US). KGS focuses on offering services and solutions in areas such as satellite communications, cyber security, microwave electronics, missile defense, and combat systems. The US segment is dedicated to developing and producing unmanned aerial drone systems and related technologies, serving both military and civilian markets.
KTOS Earnings Call
Q1 2025
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mix of positive developments and challenges. Kratos reported strong revenue growth and a record opportunity pipeline, driven by its hypersonic and drone segments. However, increased costs on fixed price contracts and cash flow challenges were noted, along with potential disruptions due to facility moves.Read More>KTOS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$38.00
▼(-5.85%Downside)