BAESY:OTC-BAE Systems PLC (USD)

COMMON STOCK | Aerospace & Defense |

Last Closing

USD 93.12

Change

-0.41 (-0.43)%

Market Cap

USD 61.95B

Volume

0.54M

Analyst Target

USD 32.67
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About

BAE Systems plc provides defense, aerospace, and security solutions in the United Kingdom, the United States, Middle East, Australia, Japan, Europe, and internationally. The company operates through five segments: Electronic Systems, Platforms & Services, Air, Maritime, and Cyber & Intelligence. The Electronic Systems segment offers electronic warfare systems; navigation systems; electro-optical sensors; military and commercial digital engine and flight controls; precision guidance and seeker solutions; generation military communications systems and data links; persistent surveillance capabilities and electric drive propulsion systems, as well as space electronics; spacecraft; ground and tactical systems. The Cyber & Intelligence segment provides cyber security activities for national security, central government, and government enterprises. The Platforms & Services segment manufactures, and upgrades combat vehicles, weapons, and munitions, as well as naval ship repair and the management and operation of two government-owned, contractor-operated ammunition plants. The Air segment develops future combat air systems and falconworks alongside eurofighter and MBDA. The Maritime segment provides maritime and land activities, including submarine, ship build, and support programs. The company was formerly known as British Aerospace plc and changed its name to BAE Systems plc in May 2000. BAE Systems plc was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Camberley, the United Kingdom.

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Market Performance

  Market Performance vs. Industry/Classification (Aerospace & Defense) Market Performance vs. Exchange
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
YTD  
Capital Gain 62.91% 100% F 99% N/A
Dividend Return 1.83% 100% F 75% C
Total Return 64.74% 100% F 99% N/A
Trailing 12 Months  
Capital Gain 36.76% 78% C+ 94% A
Dividend Return 2.51% 89% A- 45% F
Total Return 39.27% 78% C+ 94% A
Trailing 5 Years  
Capital Gain 269.96% 87% B+ 93% A
Dividend Return 31.24% 88% B+ 72% C
Total Return 301.20% 87% B+ 93% A
Average Annual (5 Year Horizon)  
Capital Gain 27.35% 58% F 72% C
Dividend Return 31.13% 59% D- 71% C-
Total Return 3.78% 84% B 63% D
Risk Return Profile  
Volatility (Standard Deviation) 13.09% 99% N/A 94% A
Risk Adjusted Return 237.89% 98% N/A 100% F
Market Capitalization 61.95B 86% B+ 97% N/A

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Analyst Rating

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This is a composite scorecard based on the application of evaluation criteria deemed most important by analysts. This is not a buy or sell recommendation.

What to like:
Superior risk adjusted returns

This stock has performed well, on a risk adjusted basis, compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile.

Superior capital utilization

The company management has delivered better return on invested capital in the most recent 4 quarters than its peers, placing it in the top quartile.

Superior return on equity

The company management has delivered better return on equity in the most recent 4 quarters than its peers, placing it in the top quartile.

Superior total returns

The stock has outperformed its sector peers on average annual total returns basis in the past 5 years (for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile.

Low volatility

The stock’s annual returns have been stable and consistent compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile. Although stability is good, also keep in mind it can limit returns.

High market capitalization

This is one of the largest entities in its sector and is among the top quartile. Such companies tend to be more stable.

Positive cash flow

The company had positive total cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Positive free cash flow

The company had positive total free cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Superior Revenue Growth

This stock has shown top quartile revenue growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector.

High Gross Profit to Asset Ratio

This stock is in the top quartile compared to its peers on Gross Profit to Asset Ratio. This is a popular measure among value investors for showing superior returns in the long run.

What to not like:
Highly leveraged

The company is in the bottom half compared to its sector peers on debt to equity and is highly leveraged. However, do check the news and look at its sector and management statements. Sometimes this is high because the company is trying to grow aggressively.

Overpriced compared to book value

The stock is trading high compared to its peers median on a price to book value basis.

Low Dividend Growth

This stock has shown below median dividend growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector.