Leidos (LDOS-N)
NYSE:LDOS
134.96
0.02
(0.01%) 1d
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Buy, Sell or Hold?
This summary was created by AI, based on 7 opinions in the last 12 months.
Leidos Holdings Inc. (LDOS) has recently shown promising results, reporting a strong quarter with total revenues of $3.98 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations. The company's operating income experienced a significant increase, climbing from $265 million to $415 million, leading to an expanded operating margin of 10.4%. With a substantial backlog of $36.57 billion and a recent raise in full-year earnings guidance, many analysts view the recent stock dip as a buying opportunity. Despite concerns regarding the company's debt, which stands at about 4X cash flow, the overall sentiment remains optimistic due to solid growth and positive cash flow generation. Analysts are particularly impressed with the new management's ability to consistently outperform expectations since taking over a year ago.
A month ago, this defense company reported total revenues of $3.98 billion which beat the street's $3.8 billion and rose 4.2% year-over-year as operating income climbed from $265 million to $415 million (all USD) in that time. The operating margin expanded from 7.2% to 10.4% as total incomes declined 9.3%. The future looks positive with a backlog of $36.57 billion. To cap it off, the company raised its full-year earnings guidance from $7.50-7.90 to $8.40-8.80 per share and cash flow from $1.1 billion to $1.3 billion. After Leidos reported this beat, the stock and made fresh 52-week highs in the weeks that followed. It's come back a bit which makes it an attractive entry point.
LDOS is a $20B market cap company providing scientific, engineering and technical services. The stock is up 36% YTD and 90% over one year. It trades at 16X earnings, with a 1.03% dividend. Historical growth has been very solid, and it generates good cash flow. The last quarter was excellent and EPS beat estimates by 35%. Estimates have also been moving up. There is a lot to like here for sure. Our main concern would be debt, at about 4X cash flow. But based on its growth and execution we would not see this as particularly problematic.
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Leidos(LDOS-N) Rating
Ranking : 5 out of 5
Bullish - Buy Signals / Votes : 6
Neutral - Hold Signals / Votes : 0
Bearish - Sell Signals / Votes : 0
Total Signals / Votes : 6
Leidos(LDOS-N) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leidos stock symbol?
Leidos is a American stock, trading under the symbol LDOS-N on the New York Stock Exchange (LDOS). It is usually referred to as NYSE:LDOS or LDOS-N
Is Leidos a buy or a sell?
In the last year, 6 stock analysts published opinions about LDOS-N. 6 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is . Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Leidos.
Is Leidos a good investment or a top pick?
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Why is Leidos stock dropping?
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Is Leidos worth watching?
6 stock analysts on Stockchase covered Leidos In the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.
What is Leidos stock price?
On 2025-04-01, Leidos (LDOS-N) stock closed at a price of $134.96.
It hit a new high just a few days ago though has slid, down 6.5% today over uncertainty of where the US defence will spend its budget. Now, is a buying opportunity.