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Parsons Corp (PSN)

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$70.57
Last Close (24-hour delay)
Profit since last BUY4.38%
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06/27/2025: PSN (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 44 days. Profits (4.38%). Updated daily EoD!

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Moderate Performance

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Number of Analysts

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11 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $80.23

Year Target Price $80.23

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$80.23Target price
Low$54.56
Current$70.57
high$114.68

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 55.25%
Avg. Invested days 59
Today’s Advisory Regular Buy
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.54B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 30.03
1Y Target Price 80.21
Price to earnings Ratio 30.03
1Y Target Price 80.21
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.53
52 Weeks Range 54.56 - 114.68
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 54.56 - 114.68
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.35

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 3.86%
Operating Margin (TTM) 7.07%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.5%
Return on Equity (TTM) 13.26%

Valuation

Trailing PE 30.03
Forward PE 14.93
Enterprise Value 8654018691
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.11
Enterprise Value 8654018691
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.11
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.28
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.65
Shares Outstanding 106875000
Shares Floating 52876399
Shares Outstanding 106875000
Shares Floating 52876399
Percent Insiders 1.1
Percent Institutions 102.67

Analyst Ratings

Rating 3.82
Target Price 80.23
Buy 1
Strong Buy 4
Buy 1
Strong Buy 4
Hold 6
Sell -
Strong Sell -
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Parsons Corp

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Company Overview

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Parsons Corporation was founded in 1944 by Ralph M. Parsons. Initially an engineering company, it evolved into a technology-driven solutions provider in defense, intelligence, and infrastructure. The company has grown through strategic acquisitions and expansions into new markets.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Critical Infrastructure: Provides engineering, construction, and program management services for transportation, water, and environmental projects.
  • Federal Solutions: Delivers cybersecurity, intelligence, and defense solutions to government clients.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The current CEO is Andrew J. Ellis. The company operates with a structure that aligns business units with specific market segments.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Software & Data Analytics Solutions: Offers cloud-based infrastructure and cyber solutions. Competitors include Booz Allen Hamilton (BAH) and Leidos (LDOS). Market share is difficult to quantify directly but is a key component of the Federal Solutions Segment.
  • Infrastructure Solutions: Includes design and construction services for roads, bridges, and transit systems. Competitors include AECOM (ACM) and Jacobs Engineering (J). Market share is difficult to quantify directly but is a key component of the Critical Infrastructure Segment.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The industry is characterized by government spending on infrastructure, defense, and intelligence. Demand is driven by aging infrastructure, cybersecurity threats, and geopolitical instability.

Positioning

Parsons Corp is positioned as a leading provider of technology-driven solutions, with a strong focus on innovation and customer service.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The combined TAM for infrastructure and government services is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions. Parsons Corp is strategically positioned to capture a significant portion of this market.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong Government Relationships
  • Diversified Service Offerings
  • Technological Expertise
  • Proven Track Record
  • Global Presence

Weaknesses

  • High Reliance on Government Contracts
  • Competition in Highly Fragmented Markets
  • Project Execution Risks
  • Exposure to Economic Cycles

Opportunities

  • Increased Infrastructure Spending
  • Growing Cybersecurity Threats
  • Expansion into New Geographic Markets
  • Technological Advancements
  • Acquisition Opportunities

Threats

  • Government Budget Cuts
  • Intense Competition
  • Economic Downturn
  • Geopolitical Instability
  • Changing Regulations

Competitors and Market Share

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  • ACM
  • J
  • BAH
  • LDOS

Competitive Landscape

Parsons Corp competes based on its technology-driven solutions, government relationships, and diversified service offerings. The competitive landscape is intense, with many large and specialized players.

Major Acquisitions

BlackHorse Solutions

  • Year: 2019
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 175
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded cybersecurity and intelligence capabilities.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Parsons has demonstrated growth through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest continued growth driven by infrastructure spending and defense programs.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in technology and expansion into new markets.

Summary

Parsons Corp is a strong player in the defense and infrastructure sectors, benefiting from government spending and technological expertise. A weakness is reliance on government contracts. A key opportunity is expanding into new markets. Parsons must watch out for budget cuts and competition.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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About Parsons Corp

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Chantilly, VA, United States
IPO Launch date 2019-05-08
President, CEO & Chairwoman Ms. Carey A. Smith
Sector Technology
Industry Information Technology Services
Full time employees 20000
Full time employees 20000

Parsons Corporation provides integrated solutions and services in the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets in North America, the Middle East, and internationally. It operates through Federal Solutions and Critical Infrastructure segments. The Federal Solutions segment offers critical technologies, such as cyber; missile defense; intelligence; electronic warfare; space ground systems; space and weapon system resiliency; geospatial and signals intelligence; environmental remediation; border security and critical infrastructure protection; counter unmanned air systems; and biometrics and bio surveillance solutions to the U.S. government and its agencies. This segment also provides software and hardware; satellite ground systems support and operations, flight dynamics, data fusion and analytics, platform system integration, directed energy, and command and control systems; digital landscape and mission support; and weapons of mass destruction elimination and munition destruction, architectural design, program and construction management, infectious disease control, and advanced electronic security systems, as well as remediation of unexploded ordinances and hazardous, toxic, and reactive wastes. Its Critical Infrastructure segment develops solutions for aviation, rail and transit, bridges, roads, and highways. This segment also provides technical solutions, project conceptualization, urban planning, landscape architecture, sewage treatment and drainage, and events management; AI/ML, cloud, digital twins, systems integration, transportation network software, vehicle inspection data analytics software, automated people mover, electric vehicle infrastructure, and autonomous vehicle integration services; and planning, engineering, and management services for infrastructure, including bridges and tunnels, roads and highways, and water and wastewater. Parsons Corporation was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia.