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 Date11/5/2019 (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) announced its earnings results on Wednesday, July, 31st. The aerospace company reported $0.08 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $0.04 by $0.04. The aerospace company earned $187.90 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $178.72 million. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions had a return on equity of 4.63% and a net margin of 1.99%. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's revenue for the quarter was up 24.3% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the business posted $0.02 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 third quarter 2019 earnings guidance on Wednesday, July, 31st. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of for the period. The company issued revenue guidance of $175-185 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $194.11 million.
What price target have analysts set for KTOS?
9 analysts have issued 1-year target prices for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' shares. Their forecasts range from $18.00 to $28.00. On average, they expect Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' stock price to reach $23.43 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 20.3% from the stock's current price. 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 1 hold rating and 8 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions.
Has Kratos Defense & Security Solutions been receiving favorable news coverage?
News stories about KTOS stock have been trending positive on Wednesday, according to InfoTrie. The research group identifies positive and negative media coverage by analyzing more than six thousand news and blog sources in real time. The firm ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of -5 to 5, with scores nearest to five being the most favorable. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions earned a news sentiment score of 2.1 on InfoTrie's scale. They also assigned media coverage about the aerospace company a news buzz of 0.0 out of 10, meaning that recent media coverage is extremely unlikely to have an effect on the stock's share price in the near future. View News Stories for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions.
Are investors shorting Kratos Defense & Security Solutions?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions saw a increase in short interest in the month of September. As of September 30th, there was short interest totalling 7,720,000 shares, an increase of 11.7% from the August 30th total of 6,910,000 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 1,440,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 5.4 days. Approximately 7.5% of the shares of the stock are short sold. View Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' Current Options Chain.
Who are some of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Kratos Defense & Security Solutions include FLIR Systems (FLIR), Elbit Systems (ESLT), LEONARDO FINMEC/ADR (FINMY), Hexcel (HXL), CAE (CAE), MEGGITT PLC/ADR (MEGGY), Curtiss-Wright (CW), COBHAM PLC/ADR (CBHMY), Aerojet Rocketdyne (AJRD), Embraer (ERJ), Moog (MOG.A), Moog (MOG.B), AAR (AIR), AeroVironment (AVAV) and Wesco Aircraft (WAIR).
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 Peregrine Capital Management LLC (1.03%), Scout Investments Inc. (0.31%), Roubaix Capital LLC (0.13%), Allred Capital Management LLC (0.07%), SeaCrest Wealth Management LLC (0.01%) and Truvestments Capital LLC (0.00%). Company insiders that own Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock include Amy Zegart, Bandel L Carano, Benjamin M Goodwin, David M Carter, Deanna H Lund, Eric M Demarco, Marie Mendoza, 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 Peregrine Capital Management LLC and Allred Capital Management LLC. Company insiders that have sold Kratos Defense & Security Solutions company stock in the last year include Amy Zegart, Bandel L Carano, Benjamin M Goodwin, David M Carter, Deanna H Lund, Marie Mendoza, Phillip D Carrai, Steven S Fendley and Thomas E Iv Mills. 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 Scout Investments Inc., Roubaix Capital LLC, SeaCrest Wealth Management LLC and Truvestments Capital LLC. 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, Robinhood, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' stock price today?
One share of KTOS stock can currently be purchased for approximately $19.48.
How big of a company is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has a market capitalization of $2.07 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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