Leidos Holdings, Inc.

Leidos Holdings, Inc.

Leidos Holdings, Inc. (LDOS) is a US-based technology and engineering company that provides defence, intelligence, civil and health solutions to government and commercial clients. Its work spans systems integration, cybersecurity, cloud services, sensor systems and mission-critical engineering, often delivered through multi-year government contracts. With a market capitalisation around $24.8 billion, Leidos offers exposure to government spending and technology-driven defence programmes. Investors should note the revenue visibility that contract backlogs can provide, but also the sensitivity to budget cycles, contract awards and execution risks. Competition, programme delays and cost overruns are material considerations. Leidos has pursued growth via technology investment and selective acquisitions, helping diversify service lines. This summary is for general, educational purposes only and not personal financial advice; suitability depends on your circumstances and objectives, and returns are not guaranteed.

Why It's Moving

Leidos Holdings, Inc.

Leidos Stock Draws Bullish Analyst Eyes After Earnings Beat Fuels 2026 Growth Outlook

Leidos Holdings reported a strong earnings beat with EPS of $2.76 surpassing estimates by $0.19, despite a slight revenue miss, signaling robust profitability in defense and IT services. The company issued upbeat FY2026 guidance of $12.05โ€“$12.45 EPS, boosting analyst confidence amid rising demand for cybersecurity and modernization contracts.
Sentiment:
๐ŸƒBullish
  • Earnings topped forecasts at $2.76 EPS versus $2.57 expected, highlighting operational strength and margin expansion to 24.3% projected for early 2025.
  • FY2026 EPS guidance of 12.05โ€“12.45 outpaces current year consensus, underscoring Leidos' ability to capture defense sector tailwinds.
  • Wall Street's Moderate Buy consensus reflects optimism, with institutional investors like Norges Bank ramping up stakes in the high-ownership stock.

When is the next earnings date for Leidos Holdings, Inc. (LDOS)?

Leidos (LDOS) is estimated to report its next earnings for Q1 2026 between April 30 and May 7, 2026, with several sources pointing to May 5, 2026, though the company has not yet confirmed the exact date. This follows the pattern of their Q4 2025 release on February 17, 2026. Investors should monitor official announcements for the precise timing and conference call details.

Stock Performance Snapshot

Buy

Analyst Rating

Analysts recommend buying Leidos stock, expecting its value to rise significantly in the future.

Above Average

Financial Health

Leidos is performing well with strong revenue, cash flow, and profitability indicators.

Below Average

Dividend

Leidos Holdings has a low dividend yield of 1.04%, which may not appeal to dividend-focused investors. If you invested $1000, you would be paid $10.40 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

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Why Youโ€™ll Want to Watch This Stock

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Contract Backlog Strength

Multi-year government contracts can provide revenue visibility and support cash flow, though outcomes depend on renewals and budget cycles.

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Diverse End-Markets

Operations span defence, intelligence, civil and health sectors, which helps diversification but leaves revenue linked to public spending patterns.

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Tech & Cyber Focus

Investment in cybersecurity, cloud and systems integration underpins growth potential, while competition and execution remain important risks.

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