QinetiQ Group (QNTQF) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

QinetiQ Group plc (OTCMKTS:QNTQF) is a UK-based defence technology company that delivers research, development and advisory services to military, security and civil customers worldwide. Headquartered in Farnborough, England, QinetiQ provides a blend of systems integration, test and evaluation, consultancy and managed services spanning land, sea, air and cyber domains.

The company’s core activities encompass advanced aeronautics and space testing, sensor and communications development, autonomous systems and robotics, as well as cybersecurity and resilience solutions. QinetiQ’s expertise extends to complex weapon systems trials, chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) protection, and capabilities to develop and operate unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and counter-UAV technology.

Operating through regional businesses including QinetiQ North America, the group serves national defence ministries, allied forces and government agencies across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia. Its civil-market offerings address critical infrastructure, emergency response, energy and transport sectors, leveraging technology originally developed for military applications.

Formed in 2001 following the privatisation of the UK’s Defence Evaluation and Research Agency (DERA), QinetiQ was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 2006. Since then, it has pursued a strategy of targeted acquisitions, joint ventures and organic growth to broaden its technology portfolio and global footprint. The company is governed by a board of directors and led by an executive management team with deep expertise in defence technology and government services.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $6.50 to $6.80
• 50-Day Range: $6.05 to $7.03
• 52-Week Range: $4.34 to $7.72
• Volume: 2,300 shs
• Average Volume: 2,259 shs
• Market Capitalization: N/A
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: 0.68%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

QinetiQ Group Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

QinetiQ Group scored higher than 1% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for QinetiQ Group.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of QinetiQ Group is -105.34, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of QinetiQ Group is -105.34, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Short Interest

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Bearish

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

QinetiQ Group has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 196.8, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in QinetiQ Group has recently increased by 38.07%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

QinetiQ Group pays a meaningful dividend of 2.86%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

Dividend Growth

QinetiQ Group does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

QinetiQ Group has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 196.8, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in QinetiQ Group has recently increased by 38.07%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 0.6 / 5
• News Sentiment: N/A

News Sentiment

QinetiQ Group has a news sentiment score of -1.00. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.67 average news sentiment score of Industrials companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 1 news article for QinetiQ Group this week, compared to 0 articles on an average week.

Company Ownership

• Score: 1.7 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, QinetiQ Group insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Institutions

61.63% of the stock of QinetiQ Group is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

QNTQF Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have QNTQF shares performed this year?

QinetiQ Group's stock was trading at $4.80 at the beginning of 2025. Since then, QNTQF shares have increased by 41.7% and is now trading at $6.80.

How do I buy shares of QinetiQ Group?

Shares of QNTQF stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

Company Calendar

• Today: 9/12/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 11/13/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Industrials
• Industry: Aerospace & Defense
• Sub-Industry: N/A
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:QNTQF
• CIK: 1350865
• Web: www.qinetiq.com
• Phone: 441252392000
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 8,268
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: N/A
• Net Margins: N/A
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: N/A
• Return on Assets: N/A

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: N/A
• Quick Ratio: N/A

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: N/A
• Price / Sales: N/A
• Cash Flow: N/A
• Price / Cash Flow: N/A
• Book Value: N/A
• Price / Book: N/A

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: N/A
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: N/A
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: N/A