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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: MRCY (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $65.43
1 Year Target Price $65.43
3 | Strong Buy |
1 | Buy |
3 | Hold |
2 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -7.96% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.10B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 65.43 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 65.43 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 0.72 | 52 Weeks Range 32.32 - 69.95 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 32.32 - 69.95 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.64 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-11 | When - | Estimate 0.22 | Actual 0.47 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -4.16% | Operating Margin (TTM) 12.12% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.27% | Return on Equity (TTM) -2.57% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 78.74 | Enterprise Value 4439362395 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.5 |
Enterprise Value 4439362395 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.5 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.87 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 68.26 | Shares Outstanding 59915700 | Shares Floating 53066710 |
Shares Outstanding 59915700 | Shares Floating 53066710 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.95 | Percent Institutions 111.84 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Mercury Systems Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Mercury Systems, Inc. was founded in 1981. Originally known as Mercury Computer Systems, it initially focused on high-performance embedded computing solutions for real-time image processing. Over time, it evolved to provide secure processing subsystems for critical defense and intelligence applications.
Core Business Areas
- Advanced Microelectronics: Designs, develops, and manufactures custom microelectronics solutions for defense and aerospace applications.
- Mission Systems: Provides ruggedized computer servers, displays, storage, networking, and high performance embedded processing systems.
- RF and Microwave: Offers RF and microwave components, assemblies, and subsystems for radar, electronic warfare, and communication systems.
Leadership and Structure
William Kienitz is the Interim President and CEO. The company is structured into business units focused on specific product lines and customer segments. It operates with a matrix structure, combining functional expertise with market-focused teams.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Ruggedized Servers: High-performance servers designed for harsh environments in defense and aerospace applications. Competitors include Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions and Abaco Systems. Market share data is difficult to determine precisely, but estimated between 15%-20% of the ruggedized server market for defense applications. Revenue contribution is significant to Mercury's total revenue.
- RF and Microwave Subsystems: Specialized components and systems for radar, electronic warfare, and communications. Competitors include Analog Devices and Qorvo. Market share varies by specific product, but estimated at around 10% of the total RF/Microwave defense market. Revenue contribution is significant to Mercury's total revenue.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The defense electronics market is driven by increasing demand for advanced sensors, electronic warfare systems, and secure communications. Key trends include the adoption of open architectures and the increasing importance of cybersecurity.
Positioning
Mercury Systems positions itself as a trusted provider of secure and reliable processing solutions for critical defense applications. Its competitive advantages include its deep domain expertise, strong customer relationships, and vertically integrated capabilities.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The estimated TAM is in the tens of billions of dollars annually, encompassing segments like electronic warfare, radar, and secure computing. Mercury is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its offerings in these key areas.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong domain expertise in defense electronics
- Long-standing customer relationships with major defense contractors
- Vertically integrated capabilities
- Secure and reliable solutions
Weaknesses
- Reliance on government spending
- Supply chain vulnerabilities
- Smaller size compared to industry giants
- Integration issues from acquisitions
Opportunities
- Increased defense spending
- Adoption of open architectures
- Growth in electronic warfare market
- Expansion into new international markets
Threats
- Budget cuts in defense spending
- Technological obsolescence
- Intense competition
- Cybersecurity threats
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CRWS
- ADI
- TXN
Competitive Landscape
Mercury Systems holds a strong position due to specialized products and customer relationships, but faces stiff competition from larger companies with more resources and broader portfolios. Their niche focus provides an advantage in specific areas.
Major Acquisitions
PacStar
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 400
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Mercury's secure communications and networking capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is currently difficult to assess due to financial reporting inconsistencies.
Future Projections: Future projections are unavailable due to the above-mentioned reporting delays.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives focus on integrating acquired companies and expanding capabilities in key areas such as artificial intelligence and electronic warfare.
Summary
Mercury Systems is a key player in the defense electronics market, with a strong focus on secure processing and specialized components. While well-positioned in its niche, the company faces challenges from larger competitors and reliance on government spending. Recent acquisitions aim to diversify its offerings and expand its reach. Resolving financial reporting issues and integrating acquisitions will be critical for future success. They also need to be prepared for technological advancements.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings (when available)
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
Financial data may be limited due to current reporting delays. Market share estimates are based on available information and may not be precise. This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Mercury Systems Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Andover, MA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1998-01-30 | President, CEO & Chairman Dr. William L. Ballhaus | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Aerospace & Defense | Full time employees 2162 | Website https://www.mrcy.com |
Full time employees 2162 | Website https://www.mrcy.com |
Mercury Systems, Inc., a technology company, manufactures and sells components, products, modules, and subsystems for defense prime contractors, original equipment manufacturers, government, and commercial aerospace companies. The company offers components, including power amplifiers and limiters, switches, oscillators, filters, equalizers, digital and analog converters, chips, monolithic microwave integrated circuits, and memory and storage devices; modules and sub-assemblies, such as embedded processing boards, switched fabrics and boards, digital receivers, multi-chip modules, integrated radio frequency and microwave multi-function assemblies, tuners, and transceivers, as well as graphics and video; and integrated subsystems. It also designs, develops, and manufactures digital radio frequency memory units for various modern electronic warfare applications; radar environment simulation and test systems for defense and intelligence applications; and signals intelligence payloads and EO/IR technologies for small UAV platforms, as well as onboard UAV processor systems for real-time wide area motion imagery. It operates in the United States, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. The company was formerly known as Mercury Computer Systems, Inc. and changed its name to Mercury Systems, Inc. in November 2012. Mercury Systems, Inc. was incorporated in 1981 and is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.

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