WF5A Stock Chart & Stats
€42.76
€0.23(0.53%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€42.76
€0.23(0.53%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€39.97 - €114.25
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.90K
Average Volume (3M)3.64K
Market Cap
€7.96B
Enterprise Value€11.63K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€1.46B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€185.40M
Price to Earnings (P/E)281.3
Beta1.44
Next Earnings
Aug 04, 2026EPS Estimate
0.12Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.17
Shares Outstanding187,519,990
10 Day Avg. Volume4,364
30 Day Avg. Volume3,643
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio32.78
Price to Book (P/B)6.68
Price to Sales (P/S)9.91
P/FCF Ratio-97.12
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€83.88Price Target Upside96.17% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)0.67
Revenue Forecast (FY)€1.53B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Backlog & PipelineA $2.0B backlog and a >$14B pipeline give durable revenue visibility into multi-year program conversion. High book-to-bill (1.6x) signals sustained demand from government customers, lowering near-term revenue volatility and supporting capacity investments and multi-year planning.
Diverse, High-Growth Product PlatformsMultiple growth engines—hypersonics, unmanned systems, turbine technologies and space comms—reduce single-program concentration. Structural defense and space spending trends underpin multi-year secular demand, enabling cross-selling and scale benefits as several businesses ramp simultaneously.
Low Leverage / Strong Capital BaseVery low debt-to-equity provides financial flexibility to fund elevated CapEx and JV investments without near-term solvency stress. A stronger equity base supports R&D, facility builds and program working-capital swings while limiting refinancing risk during multi-year growth investments.
Bears Say
Cash Flow DeficitSustained negative operating and free cash flows increase reliance on external financing or equity issuance to fund CapEx, JV funding and working-capital build for growth. This elevates execution risk and can dilute returns if cash conversion does not improve as revenues scale.
Working Capital Strain / High DSOElevated DSO and rising receivables/inventory tie up cash and magnify liquidity pressure, particularly given government payment cycles. Persistent working-capital drag can delay free cash flow normalization and constrain funding for production ramp and facility investments.
Dependence On Government TimingHeavy exposure to U.S. federal contract timing makes revenue and cash collection vulnerable to budget cycles, continuing resolutions or award pacing. Program delays can shift deliveries and margins, creating execution risk despite strong underlying demand and backlog figures.
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WF5A FAQ
What was Kratos Defense’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kratos Defense lowest stock price was €39.97 and its highest was €114.25 in the past 12 months.
What is Kratos Defense’s market cap?
Kratos Defense’s market cap is €7.96B.
When is Kratos Defense’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kratos Defense’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 04, 2026 which is in 5 days.
How were Kratos Defense’s earnings last quarter?
Kratos Defense released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported €0.14 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.117 by €0.023.
Is Kratos Defense overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kratos Defense’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Kratos Defense pay dividends?
Kratos Defense does not currently pay dividends.
What is Kratos Defense’s EPS estimate?
Kratos Defense’s EPS estimate is 0.12.
How many shares outstanding does Kratos Defense have?
Kratos Defense has 187,519,990 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kratos Defense’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kratos Defense reported an EPS of €0.14 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.117. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.894%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kratos Defense?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:WF5A
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Kratos Defense Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
€83.88 (96.17% Upside)
€83.88 (96.17% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:WF5A Sentiment 85%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth €1.8M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-19.28%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
―
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
101.64%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Kratos Defense
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.
WF5A Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
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 DE:WF5A earnings summariesWF5A Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€83.88
▲(96.17% Upside)