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About

BAE Systems PLC is a global defense, aerospace, and security company that provides products and services to military and government customers, primarily generating revenue through long-term contracts and project-based deliveries.

Business. BAE Systems PLC (BAES.L) is a global aerospace and defense company headquartered in the United Kingdom. The firm operates within the Industrial Goods sector, providing products and services to both commercial and defense customers. It is primarily listed on the London Stock Exchange. Specific operating segments and geographic revenue breakdowns are not provided in the available data.

Classification92 %
SectorIndustrials
Business sectorIndustrial Goods
IndustryAerospace & Defense
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Sell-side consensus
BUY22 analysts
12 buy7 hold3 sell
Avg 12m price target2 312,33

Analyst recommendations

22 analysts · consensus Buy
Buy12
Hold7
Sell3
12-month price target
2 312,33
Consensus of sell-side coverage.
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At a glance

Score
not yet scored
Valuation
4,3x
P/E
Analysts
Buy
22 analysts · indicative
Ownership
not yet wired
Profitability
not yet wired
Quality
not yet scored

What drives this business

The watch-list the newsroom runs for this company — derived from its sector path, sharpened layer by layer. Not investment advice.

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News & coverage

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  • MARKETSRolls-Royce lifts full-year outlook after Q2 operating profit beats consensus by 50%2026-07-30
  • MARKETSUK defence stocks rally as Burnham appoints Healey as chancellor2026-07-21
  • MARKETSRolls-Royce and BAE Systems rally on UK defence investment plan2026-07-21
  • MARKETSBabcock and Rolls-Royce shares rally on Healey appointment2026-07-21
  • MARKETSRolls-Royce and BAE Systems rally as UK government pledges fresh defence investment2026-07-09
  • MARKETSUK defense stocks rally on $20 billion spending boost as gilts face fiscal pressure2026-07-01
  • Sector rotation

    Sector1D1Mvs mkt
    Materials+2,3 %+6,6 %+1,7 %
    Communication Services+2,2 %−5,5 %+1,6 %
    Energy+0,6 %+3,3 %+0,0 %
    Health Care+0,6 %−0,8 %+0,0 %
    Information Technology+0,6 %+6,7 %+0,0 %
    Consumer Discretionary+0,4 %+7,6 %−0,2 %
    Financials−0,3 %−2,8 %−0,9 %
    Consumer Staples−0,4 %+2,5 %−1,0 %
    Real Estate−0,7 %+10,9 %−1,3 %
    Industrials · THIS SECTOR−1,9 %−3,1 %−2,5 %
    Utilities−1,9 %+28,2 %−2,5 %

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    Analysis

    AI analysis
    Generated · analysis pipeline · tier hybrid · as of 2026-08-04 ↑ At a glance

    Opportunity

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    Upcoming catalysts

    Scheduled public events. Informational only — not investment advice.

    • Macro
    • Rate decisionBank of England rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-06 · GB
    • Rate decisionReserve Bank of Australia rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-12 · AU
    • Rate decisionNorges Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-20 · NO
    • Rate decisionSveriges Riksbank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-03 · SE
    • Rate decisionBank of Canada rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-09 · CA
    • Rate decisionEuropean Central Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-10 · EU
    • Macro & political
    • ElectionSE Swedish Election2026-09-14 · SE
    • ElectionUS U.S. Midterms2026-11-03 · US
    • ElectionFR French Legislative2027-06-01 · FR

    Pre-earnings brief

    Briefing · model-assisted

    There are no material changes, watcher signals, or cross-source signals indicating a shift in sentiment or activity for BAE Systems PLC (BAES.L) in the provided data. The system explicitly notes that this is the first analysis for this ticker, meaning there is no prior basis for computing deltas or identifying trends. The available data shows minimal dispatch activity over the 30-day period ending in July 2026, with only four days recording a single dispatch each (June 30, July 1, and July 9). No sentiment data is associated with these dispatches, and the majority of days show zero activity. The company profile provided is for "Leverage Shares -1x Short Bo," which appears to be a mismatch or error relative to the ticker BAES.L, as it lists zero officers, analysts, index memberships, and top holders. This lack of fundamental data points prevents any meaningful analysis of the company's structure or market position. Consequently, there is no significant news or financial development to report for BAE Systems PLC based on the provided facts. Investors should note the absence of analyst coverage and holder data in this specific dataset, which limits the ability to assess current market dynamics or institutional interest.

    Signals & dispatch

    peak dispatch · 2026-07-21

    Composite-score breakdown

    Synthesis

    Business

    BAE Systems PLC (BAES.L) is a global aerospace and defense company headquartered in the United Kingdom. The firm operates within the Industrial Goods sector, providing products and services to both commercial and defense customers. It is primarily listed on the London Stock Exchange. Specific operating segments and geographic revenue breakdowns are not provided in the available data.

    Classification92 %
    SectorIndustrials
    Business sectorIndustrial Goods
    IndustryAerospace & Defense
    AI synthesis
    GENERATED

    BAE Systems has a market capitalization of £8.83 billion, with a current market price of £2.94 per share. The company has no dilution risk in the near term, as shares outstanding remain unchanged between basic and diluted measures at 3.004 billion shares. However, liquidity risk could not be assessed due to missing balance-sheet inputs and no going-concern language in source documents.

    Profitability metrics for BAE Systems are not directly available in the valuation snapshot, but the company operates in a capital-intensive industry where return on invested capital (ROIC) and operating margins are key performance indicators. The aerospace and defense industry typically exhibits high fixed costs and long project cycles, which can impact short-term profitability.

    The company's revenue is concentrated in defense-related contracts, with a strong presence in the UK and international markets. While specific segment breakdowns are not provided, the defense industry is known for its reliance on government contracts, which can vary significantly by region and fiscal policy.

    Outlook for the current fiscal year is not explicitly provided, but analyst price targets suggest a wide range of expectations, from £1,700 to £2,662 per share, with a mean of £2,312.33 and a median of £2,308.50. The mean recommendation score of 2.41 indicates a generally positive outlook, with 4 strong-buy and 8 buy ratings.

    Risk factors include the potential for liquidity constraints, as the company's balance sheet data is incomplete. Additionally, the defense industry is subject to geopolitical shifts and regulatory changes, which can affect contract awards and project timelines. No dilution risk is currently flagged, but the absence of detailed capital structure data limits the ability to assess long-term dilution potential.

    Recent events include the publication of analyst estimates and price targets, which reflect a mixed but generally positive sentiment among market participants. No recent filings or transcripts are available to provide additional insight into the company's strategic direction or operational performance.

    There are no material changes, watcher signals, or cross-source signals indicating a shift in sentiment or activity for BAE Systems PLC (BAES.L) in the provided data. The system explicitly notes that this is the first analysis for this ticker, meaning there is no prior basis for computing deltas or identifying trends. The available data shows minimal dispatch activity over the 30-day period ending in July 2026, with only four days recording a single dispatch each (June 30, July 1, and July 9). No sentiment data is associated with these dispatches, and the majority of days show zero activity. The company profile provided is for "Leverage Shares -1x Short Bo," which appears to be a mismatch or error relative to the ticker BAES.L, as it lists zero officers, analysts, index memberships, and top holders. This lack of fundamental data points prevents any meaningful analysis of the company's structure or market position. Consequently, there is no significant news or financial development to report for BAE Systems PLC based on the provided facts. Investors should note the absence of analyst coverage and holder data in this specific dataset, which limits the ability to assess current market dynamics or institutional interest.

    Key takeaways
    • BAE Systems operates in a capital-intensive aerospace and defense industry with long-term contracts and project-based revenue.
    • Analysts have a generally positive outlook, with a mean price target of £2,312.33 and a median of £2,308.50.
    • The company has no immediate dilution risk, but liquidity risk could not be assessed due to missing balance-sheet data.
    • Revenue is concentrated in defense contracts, with exposure to government spending and geopolitical factors.
    • The defense industry is subject to regulatory and geopolitical risks that can impact contract awards and project timelines.

    Bull / Bear case

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    In focus — financials by report

    Annual
    ANNUALFiled 2026-02-18
    FY 2026 · Full-year highlights

    Revenue £28.34B, +7,7% YoY; Operating income +8,9% YoY.

    Revenue£28.34B+7,7 % YoY
    Operating income£2.92B+8,9 % YoY
    Net income£2.06B+5,4 % YoY
    Free cash flow£1.18B+15,1 % YoY
    EPS
    Operating cash flow£3.43B−12,6 % YoY
    Financials
    Income statement
    Revenue£28.34B
    Gross profit£18.50B
    Operating income£2.92B
    Net income£2.06B
    Margins
    Gross margin65.3%
    Operating margin10.3%
    Net margin7.3%
    FCF margin4.2%
    Balance sheet
    Total assets£37.68B
    Total liabilities£25.89B
    Total equity£11.78B
    Cash & equivalents£1.17B
    Long-term debt£8.96B
    Cash flow
    Operating cash flow£3.43B
    CapEx-£1.10B
    Free cash flow£1.18B
    SBC
    P&L flow · revenue → net income
    Revenue £28.34BOperating costs £25.41BTax £863.0MNet income £2.06B
    Highlights
    • Revenue £28.34B, +7,7% YoY
    • Operating income +8,9% YoY
    • Net income +5,4% YoY
    • Free cash flow +15,1% YoY
    • Net margin 7.3%

    Valuation FY

    Market price
    $1 911,00
    Market cap
    $8.83B
    Enterprise value
    P/E
    4.3x
    Non-GAAP P/E
    EV / Revenue
    EV / Op income
    EV / OCF
    P / B
    P / Tangible book
    Tangible book
    Net cash
    Current ratio
    Debt / equity
    ROA
    ROE
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    CapEx / revenue
    SBC / revenue
    Dilution ratio
    0.0%

    Revenue by segment

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    Predictor forecast

    Next quarternear-term
    Earnings · next quarterconf 45 %
    EPS
    Consensus EPS
    0,83
    Predicted surprise
    -0,00
    Beat probability
    45 %
    Analysts
    22
    Other metrics
    Revenue
    no estimate
    Segment revenue
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    Margin
    no estimate
    Segment margin
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    as of 2026-05-01 · Earnings Surprise V1
    Period note: consensus is not fiscal-period-aligned at source — read as consensus vs the last reported actual, not a calibrated same-quarter surprise.
    Full fiscal year~1 year ahead
    Full fiscal year · our forecast vs guidance vs consensus
    MetricOur forecastGuidanceConsensus
    EPSno estimateno estimate0,83
    Revenueno estimateno estimate33,1B GBP
    Operating incomeno estimateno estimate3,6B GBP
    Full-year consensus mean (period as reported by source) · consensus in GBP. Company-level full-year forecast and management guidance are not yet modelled at scale — shown as "no estimate", never inferred.
    Probabilistic model output — not investment advice. · generated 2026-08-04

    Options

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    Consensus distribution

    sell-side coverage
    Recommendation distribution22 analysts
    Strong buy4
    Buy8
    Hold7
    Sell3
    Strong sell0
    12-month price target$2 312,33 · Median $2 308,50
    Low $1 700,00High $2 662,00
    Operating income · consensus3,6B GBP
    EPS surprise
    −9,4 %
    reported vs consensus · miss
    Revenue surprise
    −7,4 %
    reported vs consensus · miss

    Estimate revisions

    consensus EPS · 26-week trend
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    Sell-side observations

    Low$1 700,00
    Mean$2 312,33
    Median$2 308,50
    High$2 662,00
    Spot$1 911,00
    +21.0 %implied to mean12-month sell-side price targets · ▲ spot

    Themes

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    ESG

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    Risk factors

    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskUnknown

    Benchmarks vs cohort

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    Data sources
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    • ESG data
    How metrics are computed
    • Dilution Ratio
      (shares_outstanding_diluted - shares_outstanding_basic) / shares_outstanding_basic
    • Market Price
      input from market-data provider (delayed close or quote-shim mid)
    • Market Cap
      market_price * shares_outstanding_diluted
    Source documents
    • BAE Systems PLC Market data — financials · 2026-05-27
    • BAE Systems PLC Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-27

    Ownership & reference

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    Listings · one canonical issuer all listings resolve to the canonical
    BAES.LCanonical
    London Stock Exchange · EUR

    Intel & risk

    PredictorBeat prob45 %Surprise-0,00Full forecast →
    peak dispatch · 2026-07-21
    OSINT findings
    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskUnknown

    Evidence & claims

    From filings & derived data
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    The Thread

    Everything we know, in order
    2026-06-30 12:39 UTCNEWSRolls-Royce and BAE shares rally on Starmer defence investment plan → UK defence stocks surged as Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled a new investment strategy, lifting sentiment in the sector despite ongoing political uncertainty.
    2026-06-30 03:38 UTCEARNINGSUpcomingForecast: earnings_forecast (90d)
    2026-06-24 07:47 UTCNEWSRheinmetall plunges 13% as Germany scraps F126 frigate program → The cancellation of the multi-billion-euro warship project casts doubt on the durability of defense spending tailwinds, sending European defense stocks into a sharp sell-off.
    2026-06-22 05:05 UTCNEWSUS notifies $482m support services deal for India's Apache helicopters and M777A2 howitzers → The sustainment contract underscores deepening defense ties between Washington and New Delhi, even as regional tensions flare in the Strait of Hormuz.
    2026-06-22 00:44 UTCNEWSCanada signs $2.5B deal with Australia for Arctic early-warning radar system → The agreement with BAE Systems Australia marks a significant step in hardening northern airspace surveillance amid growing geopolitical scrutiny of the region.
    2026-02-18 07:00 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2026 Revenue GBP 28.34B · Net GBP 2.06B
    2025-02-19 07:00 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2025 Revenue GBP 26.31B · Net GBP 1.96B
    2024-02-21 07:00 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2024 Revenue GBP 23.08B · Net GBP 1.86B
    2023-02-23 07:00 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2023 Revenue GBP 21.26B · Net GBP 1.59B
    2022-02-24 07:12 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2022 Revenue GBP 19.52B · Net GBP 1.76B
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    Sources filings · IR · transcripts · market data · tier hybrid · as of 2026-08-04 Market data · Issuer disclosures · Public news · Earnings transcripts · Consensus estimates · ESG data Premium coverage