Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc provides mission critical products, solutions, and services in the United States. The company operates through two segments, Kratos Government Solutions and Unmanned Systems. The Kratos Government Solutions segment offers microwave electronic products, satellite communications, training systems, modular systems, and defense and rocket support services.
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Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Guided missiles & space vehicles & parts
Sub-IndustryAerospace & Defense
SectorAerospace
Phone858-812-7300
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$618 million
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees2,600
Next Earnings Date8/1/2019 (Estimated)
OptionableOptionable
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (NASDAQ:KTOS) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' stock symbol?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "KTOS."
How were Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' earnings last quarter?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc (NASDAQ:KTOS) released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, May, 8th. The aerospace company reported $0.06 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of ($0.01) by $0.07. The aerospace company earned $160.40 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $153.24 million. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions had a return on equity of 4.22% and a net margin of 0.28%. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm posted $0.05 EPS. View Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' Earnings History.
When is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' next earnings date?
What guidance has Kratos Defense & Security Solutions issued on next quarter's earnings?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions issued an update on its second quarter 2019 earnings guidance on Wednesday, May, 8th. The company provided earnings per share guidance of for the period. The company issued revenue guidance of $175-185 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $175.74 million.Kratos Defense & Security Solutions also updated its FY 2019 guidance to EPS.
What price target have analysts set for KTOS?
9 brokerages have issued 12-month target prices for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' stock. Their forecasts range from $18.00 to $25.00. On average, they expect Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' share price to reach $21.9071 in the next twelve months. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 3.6%. View Analyst Price Targets for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions?
9 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions in the last year. There are currently 3 hold ratings and 6 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions.
What are Wall Street analysts saying about Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock?
Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock:
- 1. According to Zacks Investment Research, "Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is a specialized National Security Technology business providing mission critical products, services and solutions for United States National Security priorities. Kratos' core capabilities are sophisticated engineering, manufacturing and system integration offerings for National Security platforms and programs. " (5/14/2019)
- 2. Drexel Hamilton analysts commented, "We are therefore transitioning coverage of KTOS with a Buy rating and price target of $18.00." (12/19/2018)
Has Kratos Defense & Security Solutions been receiving favorable news coverage?
News stories about KTOS stock have trended somewhat negative this week, according to InfoTrie. The research firm identifies negative and positive press coverage by monitoring more than six thousand news and blog sources in real-time. The firm ranks coverage of companies on a scale of negative five to positive five, with scores nearest to five being the most favorable. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions earned a coverage optimism score of -1.0 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave news headlines about the aerospace company a news buzz of 9.0 out of 10, indicating that recent press coverage is extremely likely to have an effect on the company's share price in the next several days. View News Stories for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions.
Who are some of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Kratos Defense & Security Solutions include Teledyne Technologies (TDY), Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), Spirit AeroSystems (SPR), FLIR Systems (FLIR), CAE (CAE), LEONARDO FINMEC/ADR (FINMY), Elbit Systems (ESLT), Hexcel (HXL), MEGGITT PLC/ADR (MEGGY), Curtiss-Wright (CW), Esterline Technologies (ESL), Embraer (ERJ), Aerojet Rocketdyne (AJRD), Moog (MOG.B) and Moog (MOG.A).
What other stocks do shareholders of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions own?
Who are Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' key executives?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Eric M. DeMarco, CEO, Pres & Director (Age 55)
- Ms. Deanna Hom Lund, Exec. VP & CFO (Age 51)
- Mr. Philip Carrai, Pres of Technology & Training Solutions Division (Age 57)
- Mr. Yonah Adelman, Pres of Microwave Electronics Division (Age 68)
- Ms. Maria Cervantes de Burgreen, VP & Corp. Controller (Age 44)
Who are Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' major shareholders?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' stock is owned by many different of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include FMR LLC (7.59%), Emerald Advisers LLC (1.94%), Emerald Mutual Fund Advisers Trust (1.80%), Stephens Investment Management Group LLC (1.63%), Impala Asset Management LLC (1.50%) and Paradigm Capital Management Inc. NY (1.42%). Company insiders that own Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock include Amy Zegart, Bandel L Carano, Eric M Demarco, Phillip D Carrai, Scot B Jarvis, Steven S Fendley and Thomas E Iv Mills. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions.
Which major investors are selling Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock?
KTOS stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including FMR LLC, Royce & Associates LP, Paradigm Capital Management Inc. NY, Peregrine Capital Management LLC, S Squared Technology LLC, ARS Investment Partners LLC, Weber Alan W and Marshall Wace North America L.P.. View Insider Buying and Selling for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions.
Which major investors are buying Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock?
KTOS stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Stephens Investment Management Group LLC, Victory Capital Management Inc., Impala Asset Management LLC, Hardman Johnston Global Advisors LLC, Granite Investment Partners LLC, D L Carlson Investment Group Inc., Frontier Capital Management Co. LLC and Tibra Equities Europe Ltd. Company insiders that have bought Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock in the last two years include Amy Zegart, Bandel L Carano, Eric M Demarco, Phillip D Carrai, Scot B Jarvis and Steven S Fendley. View Insider Buying and Selling for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions.
How do I buy shares of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions?
Shares of KTOS can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' stock price today?
One share of KTOS stock can currently be purchased for approximately $22.72.
How big of a company is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has a market capitalization of $2.41 billion and generates $618 million in revenue each year. The aerospace company earns $-3,500,000.00 in net income (profit) each year or $0.17 on an earnings per share basis. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions employs 2,600 workers across the globe.View Additional Information About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions.
What is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' official website?
How can I contact Kratos Defense & Security Solutions?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' mailing address is 10680 TREENA STREET SUITE 600, SAN DIEGO CA, 92131. The aerospace company can be reached via phone at 858-812-7300 or via email at [email protected]
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