Leonardo DRS, Inc. Common Stock(DRS)

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1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$36.24
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for DRS

10/09/2026: DRS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Leonardo DRS is a specialized provider of advanced defense technologies, including sensor systems, naval power solutions, and network computing for the U.S. military. The company is known for its strong technical niche and deep integration into multi-year defense modernization programs, which supports a predictable, backlog-driven revenue model. Its primary growth story involves capitalizing on high-demand areas like air defense radar and sensor systems. However, the firm faces risks related to U.S. government budget volatility and competition from larger defense primes. Leonardo DRS is generally well-suited for growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to defense technology, though careful monitoring of contract execution and defense spending trends remains essential.

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The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company's focus on high-priority defense technology areas aligns well with sustained growth trends in defense spending.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is often linked to major contract wins and positive macro-defense news, necessitating a selective, signal-based approach.
Value investorMixed fitValuation fluctuates with industry cycles, making entry points critical for value-oriented investors.
Dividend investorMixed fitWhile a dividend is paid, it is not a primary high-yield income play, making it a secondary consideration.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe reliance on long-term government contracts provides a stable revenue floor, reducing business-specific operational risk.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highDefense stocks can react sharply to budget announcements and geopolitical developments.
Valuation riskMediumMarket expectations for defense spending can sometimes outpace actual contract execution.
Competition risk (Defense primes)HighLarge prime contractors can compete for the same subsystems and technologies, leveraging their broader scale.
Business qualityStrongThe company’s deep technical expertise and entrenched position in critical programs represent strong franchise quality.
Dividend incomeLowInvestors should not rely on DRS for significant income generation compared to higher-yielding sectors.
Execution riskMediumLarge-scale government contracts require precise engineering and delivery, which involves technical and management complexity.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 5.13%
Avg. Invested days 42
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
DRS receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
DRS has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+30.5%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 6.2%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 7.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
DRS's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (6.2% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is DRS's strongest growth driver at +30.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+12.8%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+22.0%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 28.1% (moderate) and 28.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (soft). Insider ownership of 71.40% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 1.87%
State Street Corp 1.69%
AQR Capital Management LLC 1.66%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 1.35%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 1.34%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
DRS generates approximately $238 of gross profit, $95 of operating income, and $62 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with soft cash conversion and moderate capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 17.26%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
DRS has a high-quality, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 9.67B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 30.2
1Y Target Price 53.82
Price to earnings Ratio 30.2
1Y Target Price 53.82
Volume (30-day avg) 939.0K shares
Beta 0.16
52 Weeks Range 32.24 - 50.49
Updated Date 10/10/2026
52 Weeks Range 32.24 - 50.49
Updated Date 10/10/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.00%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.2

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Advanced Sensor TechnologiesThermal imaging, EO/IR sensors, radar systems.The company earns money by providing the 'eyes' for modern military equipment.
Integrated Mission SystemsNaval power, computing, and combat systems.The company earns money by providing critical electrical and computing infrastructure for ships and vehicles.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 30.2
Forward PE 30.86
Enterprise Value 9.98B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.56
Enterprise Value 9.98B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.56
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.64
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 20.33
Shares Outstanding 266.89M
Shares Floating 76.27M
Shares Outstanding 266.89M
Shares Floating 76.27M
Percent Insiders 71.4
Percent Institutions 28.12

Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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