Kraken Robotics Inc.PNG.VDON'T BUYJul 02, 2026Stock price when the opinion was issued
As of Sep 02, 2026. Market Open.
He has met with management a number of times. They have benefited from the takeoff in defense spending. The Canadian government has so much money budgeted for defense and some of that money goes to Kraken Robotics because they are the only company in Canada that can do what they're doing. They claim to have a different technology but he is skeptical of that since other companies are trying to replicate it. Other countries could buy their technology but they will have to support their own domestic capability. He raised the question of sustainable margins.
Pullback due to digesting the acquisition, which is extremely synergistic. Healthy margins of 22-23%. Has won big, real contracts, so the momentum will only compound from here. Rising defense budgets, autonomous underwater systems, and protecting infrastructure. Good management. Be patient.
Hold, or accumulate around here.
What's happening in the Strait of Hormuz solidifies the need for this industry. He's concerned whether its technology is really that different from competitors, of which there are many. This could impact margins. Many companies do what they do, and each country will want to support its home-based industry. Be careful at these multiples.
Likes it a lot, really great chart. Lots of people are paying attention, especially on the defense side. After a generation of underinvestment, NATO and allies are spending $$ on underwater defense. Many times, military applications can surface additional commercial applications -- dual-use technology, so to speak. Recent stellar acquisition.
Definitely keep on your radar.
Her firm looks at defense as part of space/defense exposure. A lot of stocks have pulled back due to Iran conflict being resolved. Defense budgets are going up significantly. She prefers other names.