(KTOS) Kratos Defense Security - Ratings and Ratios
Exchange: NASDAQ • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US50077B2079
KTOS: Drones, Satellites, Rockets, Propulsion, Systems, Electronics
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) is a leading technology-driven company serving the defense, national security, and commercial markets. With a strong emphasis on innovation, Kratos operates through two primary segments: Kratos Government Solutions and Unmanned Systems. The company specializes in developing advanced technologies for satellite and space operations, including ground systems and software for command and control, telemetry, and tracking. Their unmanned aerial systems, such as the MQM-178 Firejet, are renowned for their versatility and performance in military applications.
The companys product portfolio extends to hypersonic vehicles, rocket systems, and propulsion solutions for drones, missiles, and spacecraft. Kratos is also a key player in the C5ISR (Command, Control, Communication, Computing, Combat, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) domain, providing critical systems for modern warfare. Additionally, they offer microwave electronic products for missile defense, radar, and satellite communications, as well as counter-drone technologies and directed energy systems. Their virtual and augmented reality training systems are designed to enhance the readiness of military personnel.
Kratos serves a diverse range of customers, including national security agencies, the U.S. Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and international government entities. The companys commercial customers also benefit from its cutting-edge technologies. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Kratos has established itself as a trusted partner in the defense and security sectors. For more information, visit their website at https://www.kratosdefense.com.
As of the latest data, Kratos has a market capitalization of approximately $4.33 billion, with a trailing P/E ratio of 271.60 and a forward P/E of 43.86. The companys price-to-book ratio is 3.23, and its price-to-sales ratio is 3.85. These metrics provide insight into the companys valuation and growth prospects, making it a subject of interest for investors and fund managers focusing on the aerospace and defense industry.
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KTOS Stock Overview
Market Cap in USD | 4,460m |
Sector | Industrials |
Industry | Aerospace & Defense |
GiC Sub-Industry | Aerospace & Defense |
IPO / Inception | 1999-11-05 |
KTOS Stock Ratings
Growth 5y | 48.2% |
Fundamental | 2.85% |
Dividend | 0.0% |
Rel. Strength Industry | 39.9 |
Analysts | 4/5 |
Fair Price Momentum | 27.62 USD |
Fair Price DCF | - |
KTOS Dividends
No Dividends PaidKTOS Growth Ratios
Growth Correlation 3m | 1% |
Growth Correlation 12m | 93.8% |
Growth Correlation 5y | 0.3% |
CAGR 5y | 17.19% |
CAGR/Max DD 5y | 0.24 |
Sharpe Ratio 12m | -0.01 |
Alpha | 47.07 |
Beta | 1.51 |
Volatility | 51.76% |
Current Volume | 4217.3k |
Average Volume 20d | 2491.6k |
As of March 12, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 29.06 with a total of 4,217,331 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +10.16%, over one month by -9.39%, over three months by +6.29% and over the past year by +60.20%.
Neither. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Kratos Defense Security is currently (March 2025) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 2.85 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of KTOS as of March 2025 is 27.62. This means that KTOS is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -4.96%.
Kratos Defense Security has received a consensus analysts rating of 4.00. Therefor, it is recommend to buy KTOS.
- Strong Buy: 5
- Buy: 2
- Hold: 5
- Sell: 0
- Strong Sell: 0
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, KTOS Kratos Defense Security will be worth about 32.4 in March 2026. The stock is currently trading at 29.06. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +11.46%.
Issuer | Forecast | Upside |
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Wallstreet Target Price | 33 | 13.6% |
Analysts Target Price | 28.7 | -1.1% |
ValueRay Target Price | 32.4 | 11.5% |