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Leidos Holdings Inc (LDOS)

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$181.36
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Profit since last BUY14.96%
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BUY since 43 days
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08/28/2025: LDOS (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 43 days. Profits (14.96%). Updated daily EoD!

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Moderate Performance

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Number of Analysts

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17 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $186.69

1 Year Target Price $186.69

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$186.69 Target price
52w Low $122.92
Current$181.36
52w High $201.22

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 56.22%
Avg. Invested days 61
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 23.53B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 17.3
1Y Target Price 186.69
Price to earnings Ratio 17.3
1Y Target Price 186.69
Volume (30-day avg) 17
Beta 0.66
52 Weeks Range 122.92 - 201.22
Updated Date 08/28/2025
52 Weeks Range 122.92 - 201.22
Updated Date 08/28/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.87%
Basic EPS (TTM) 10.6

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Profitability

Profit Margin 8.22%
Operating Margin (TTM) 13.28%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 9.55%
Return on Equity (TTM) 30.42%

Valuation

Trailing PE 17.3
Forward PE 16.78
Enterprise Value 28300447715
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.38
Enterprise Value 28300447715
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.38
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.66
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.15
Shares Outstanding 128297000
Shares Floating 126972021
Shares Outstanding 128297000
Shares Floating 126972021
Percent Insiders 0.66
Percent Institutions 80.24

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Leidos Holdings Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Leidos Holdings Inc. was formed in 1969 as Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC). In 2016, SAIC split into two companies, with the government services business becoming Leidos. It has grown through acquisitions and organic growth to become a major player in the defense, intelligence, and civil markets.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Defense Solutions: Provides IT solutions, engineering, and technical services to defense agencies worldwide. Focuses on areas like command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR).
  • Civil Group: Offers solutions to government agencies in areas such as air traffic management, energy, environment, and infrastructure. Works with the FAA, EPA, and other agencies.
  • Health Group: Provides healthcare IT solutions, data analytics, and consulting services to government and commercial health organizations. Supports electronic health records, medical research, and public health initiatives.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Roger Krone is the Chief Executive Officer. The organizational structure is based on business groups aligned with key markets.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Advanced Solutions: Delivers integrated solutions across mission operations, advanced analytics, and digital modernization. Competitors include Booz Allen Hamilton (BAH) and General Dynamics (GD).
  • Description: Providing services in AI, ML and software development. Revenue from AI, ML and Software development contributes about 35% of the company's total revenue and has a large TAM, estimated at $250B.
  • Description: Delivering services in IT modernization and cybersecurity. IT modernization and cybersecurity accounts for 30% of the total revenue and a TAM of around $200B.
  • Integrated Systems: Provides integrated systems with focus on national security, health, and infrastructure. Competitors include CACI International (CACI) and Lockheed Martin (LMT).
  • Description: Providing services in logistics and supply chain management. Mission support accounts for 35% of total revenue and a TAM of around $220B.
  • Mission Support: Delivers solutions for mission support across defence, intelligence, civil and health. Competitors include Science Application International Corporation (SAIC) and Parsons Corporation (PSN).

Market Dynamics

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The government services industry is characterized by high barriers to entry, long-term contracts, and a focus on technology and innovation. Demand is driven by government spending on defense, intelligence, and infrastructure.

Positioning

Leidos is a leading provider of technology and engineering services to the U.S. government. Its competitive advantages include its scale, technical expertise, and strong customer relationships.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market (TAM) is estimated to be in excess of $650 billion. Leidos is well positioned to capture a significant portion of this market due to its diversified portfolio and strong government relationships.

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Strengths

  • Strong relationships with government agencies
  • Diverse portfolio of products and services
  • Significant scale and resources
  • Proven track record of execution
  • Advanced Technology and Expertise

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on government spending
  • Exposure to contract bidding processes
  • Integration risks associated with acquisitions
  • Cyber security risks related to data and infrastructure

Opportunities

  • Increased government spending on defense and infrastructure
  • Expansion into new markets and technologies
  • Acquisition of complementary businesses
  • Emerging opportunities in AI, cyber security, and cloud computing

Threats

  • Government budget cuts
  • Increased competition
  • Cybersecurity threats
  • Economic downturn
  • Regulatory changes

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • BAH
  • GD
  • SAIC
  • CACI

Competitive Landscape

Leidos has a strong position in the government services market due to its scale and capabilities. However, it faces intense competition from other large players such as Booz Allen Hamilton and General Dynamics.

Major Acquisitions

Gibbs & Cox

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 380
  • Strategic Rationale: Strengthened Leidos' maritime engineering capabilities.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Leidos has grown organically and through acquisitions. Recent growth has been moderate due to a slowdown in government spending.

Future Projections: Analysts project moderate revenue growth in the coming years. EPS growth is expected to be slightly higher due to cost optimization efforts.

Recent Initiatives: Leidos is focused on expanding its presence in high-growth areas such as cyber security, AI, and cloud computing. The company is also investing in research and development.

Summary

Leidos is a large and established government contractor with a diverse portfolio of services. Its strong relationships with government agencies provide a stable revenue stream. However, its growth has been moderate, and it faces intense competition. Leidos needs to continue to innovate and adapt to changing government priorities to maintain its market position.

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About Leidos Holdings Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Reston, VA, United States
IPO Launch date 2006-10-13
CEO & Director Mr. Thomas A. Bell
Sector Technology
Industry Information Technology Services
Full time employees 47000
Full time employees 47000

Leidos Holdings, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides services and solutions for government and commercial customers in the United States and internationally. The National Security & Digital segment provides national security software; services by using artificial intelligence and machine learning to coordinate sea, ground, air, and space to help warfighters; offensive, defensive, and physical cyber operation solutions; intelligence analysis, operational support, logistics operations, security, linguistics, force production, biometrics, chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives, energetics, training, and IT services and solutions; and Digital Modernization and transformation services. The Health & Civil segment offers air traffic control systems; health mission software; managed health services; site-wide infrastructure management and operation; product and logistical support services; and life science research and development support services. The Commercial & International segment provides power grid engineering and design, grid modernization, utility planning and consulting, energy management and efficiency, technical and financial consulting, and software and application development; people scanners, computed tomography carry-on baggage scanners, checked baggage scanners, and explosive trace detectors; mobile non-intrusive inspection systems; open-architecture platform that transforms airport security by integrating disparate devices and technologies into a unified management system; biometric and smart border protection systems; IT service management and transformation programs; and aerial border surveillance and search-and-rescue operation services. The Defense Systems segment offers airborne, air and missile defense, maritime, aerospace, and cyber and threat systems. Leidos Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia.