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Mercury Systems Inc (MRCY)
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11/05/2025: MRCY (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
9 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $85.5
1 Year Target Price $85.5
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 2 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 1.5% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/05/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.45B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 85.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 85.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 0.83 | 52 Weeks Range 37.28 - 85.33 | Updated Date 11/8/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 37.28 - 85.33 | Updated Date 11/8/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.56 |
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 2025-11-04 | When After Market | Estimate 0.09 | Actual 0.26 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -3.53% | Operating Margin (TTM) 12.12% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.02% | Return on Equity (TTM) -2.24% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 95.24 | Enterprise Value 5290446340 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.77 |
Enterprise Value 5290446340 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.77 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.8 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 81.35 | Shares Outstanding 60100136 | Shares Floating 53737936 |
Shares Outstanding 60100136 | Shares Floating 53737936 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.72 | Percent Institutions 114.34 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Mercury Systems Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Mercury Systems, Inc. was founded in 1981. Initially focused on developing high-performance embedded computing solutions, it evolved to provide advanced technology solutions for the aerospace and defense industry.
Core Business Areas
- Advanced Solutions Group (ASG): Designs, develops, and manufactures advanced, secure, and ruggedized computer processing solutions. This includes mission computing, sensor processing, and data storage solutions. They cater to both the commercial and defense and aerospace markets.
- Microelectronics Group (MEG): Develops and manufactures high-performance microelectronic components and subsystems, including RF and microwave components, custom microelectronics, and secure memory devices.
Leadership and Structure
The current CEO is Bill Ballhaus. The company is structured around its two main business segments, with functional teams supporting engineering, sales, marketing, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Mission Computers: Ruggedized computing solutions used in military aircraft, ground vehicles, and naval vessels. Mercury Systems has a significant market share in the high-performance embedded computing space, though exact figures are difficult to pinpoint due to the fragmented nature of the market. Competitors include Curtiss-Wright and Abaco Systems.
- RF and Microwave Components: High-performance RF and microwave components used in radar, communication, and electronic warfare systems. Market share data for these components is also difficult to obtain due to the niche nature of the market. Competitors include Analog Devices and Qorvo.
- Secure Memory Devices: Secure memory solutions for critical applications, ensuring data protection and integrity. Exact market share numbers are difficult to ascertain, the secure memory market sees companies such as Micron and Samsung play in the space as well
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The aerospace and defense electronics market is driven by increasing demand for advanced sensors, communication systems, and computing power. Geopolitical tensions and technological advancements are key drivers. The industry is heavily regulated and subject to government spending patterns.
Positioning
Mercury Systems positions itself as a leading provider of secure and ruggedized embedded computing solutions for the aerospace and defense industry. Its competitive advantages include its focus on high-performance computing, its strong customer relationships, and its commitment to innovation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for Mercury Systems' core markets is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Mercury Systems is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market due to its technology leadership and strong customer relationships.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong reputation for high-performance embedded computing solutions
- Established relationships with major aerospace and defense contractors
- Focus on innovation and technology leadership
- Secure and ruggedized product offerings
Weaknesses
- Dependence on government spending and defense budgets
- Potential vulnerability to supply chain disruptions
- Limited presence in commercial markets
- Relatively small size compared to some competitors
Opportunities
- Increasing demand for advanced sensors and communication systems
- Expansion into new markets, such as unmanned systems and space exploration
- Potential for acquisitions to expand product portfolio and market reach
- Growth in cybersecurity market creating opportunities for secure solutions
Threats
- Budget cuts in the aerospace and defense industry
- Intensifying competition from larger defense contractors
- Rapid technological advancements potentially rendering products obsolete
- Economic downturn affecting government spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CURT (Curtiss-Wright Corporation)
- LDOS (Leidos Holdings)
- GD (General Dynamics)
- RTX (Raytheon Technologies)
Competitive Landscape
Mercury Systems competes with larger defense contractors and specialized embedded computing providers. Its advantages include its focus on secure and ruggedized solutions and its strong customer relationships. Disadvantages include its smaller size and dependence on government spending. The market share numbers are relative and based on Mercury's specific segments.
Major Acquisitions
Trient Systems
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 75
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Mercury's capabilities in advanced RF and microwave solutions.
Physical Optics Corporation (POC)
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 310
- Strategic Rationale: Enhanced Mercury's capabilities in mission-critical processing, sensor processing, and data storage capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Mercury Systems has grown organically and through acquisitions. Historical growth rates vary depending on market conditions and acquisition activity.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates for future growth depend on factors such as defense spending, technological innovation, and acquisition strategy. Consult financial analysts' reports for specific projections.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives have focused on expanding product offerings, penetrating new markets, and integrating acquired businesses.
Summary
Mercury Systems is a key player in the aerospace and defense electronics market, offering specialized secure computing solutions. It benefits from long-term contracts and a strong reputation. However, dependence on government spending and competition from larger players remain challenges. Acquisitions are a key growth strategy to expand its product offerings.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Mercury Systems Inc. Investor Relations
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Outlets
- Analyst Reports (third party)
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change. Real-time financial data was not used in this preliminary anlaysis.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
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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