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BAE Systems(OTC) BAESF

Market Cap$78.99BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2003)+1,156%
5 Year+284%
1 Year+13%
1 Month-12%
$26.45
-1.93%
-0.52Today
BAE Systems last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 26.452026-09-04
BAE Systems stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-5.33%USD 27.942026-08-28
1 month-11.78%USD 29.982026-08-05
3 month+3.51%USD 25.552026-06-05
Year to date+15.13%USD 22.972025-12-31
1 year+12.79%USD 23.452025-09-04
3 year+118.77%USD 12.092023-09-05
5 year+284.1%USD 6.892021-09-03
Since inception+1,156.15%USD 2.112003-06-24

BAE Systems Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$78.99BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

£56.68B

Net Income (TTM)

£4.08B

EPS (TTM)

$0.94

P/E Ratio

28.14

Dividend

$0.49

Beta (Volatility)

0.24 (Low)

Price

$26.45

Volume

11,892

Open

$28.14

Previous Close

$26.45

Daily Range

$26.31 - $28.14

52-Week Range

$21.12 - $32.21

Estimated Earnings Date

Jul 30, 2026

BAESF News

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About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a global defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Farnborough, United Kingdom. The company operates across five primary segments: Electronic Systems, Cyber & Intelligence, Platforms & Services (US), Air, and Maritime, providing advanced solutions to meet the needs of military and commercial clients.

Products and Services
  • Advanced electronic technologies for military and commercial aircraft
  • Cybersecurity solutions for national security and data protection
  • Manufacturing of combat vehicles, naval ships, and precision munitions
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue of £14.51 billion in Q2 2026, indicating strong demand
  • Net income of £1.01 billion for Q2 2026, reflecting profitability
  • Consistent investment in R&D to enhance technological capabilities
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £54.5 billion, showcasing robust performance
  • Net profit margin of 7.19% TTM, indicating effective cost management
  • Dividend yield of 1.69% TTM, providing returns to shareholders
BAE Systems plc stands out in the aerospace and defense industry due to its diverse product offerings and commitment to innovation. The company's recent financial performance demonstrates resilience and growth potential, with significant revenue and net income figures. The focus on advanced technologies and cybersecurity solutions positions BAE Systems favorably in a rapidly evolving market. Investors may find the company's strategic initiatives and financial stability appealing as it continues to navigate the complexities of the defense sector.
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Industry

Aerospace and Defense

Sector

Industrials

Employees

104,000

CEO

Charles Nicolas Woodburn, PhD, MBA

Website

www.baesystems.com

Headquarters

London, GL SW1Y 5AD, GB

BAESF Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

26.02%

Operating Margin

9.07%

Net Income Margin

7.19%

Return on Equity

17.49%

Return on Capital

12.53%

Return on Assets

5.30%

Earnings Yield

3.55%

Dividend Yield

1.81%

Payout Ratio

51.63%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$78.99BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

2.93B

Volume

11.89K

Avg. Volume

23.89K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£15.49B

Operating Income

£5.37B

EBITDA

£7.14B

Operating Cash Flow

£8.65B

Capital Expenditure

-£1.88B

Free Cash Flow

£6.76B

Cash & ST Invst.

£4.32B

Total Debt

£9.09B

BAE Systems Performance Analysis

BAE Systems annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 26,185,183,071-2.5%
20232023-12-31GBP 28,687,150,4129.6%
20242024-12-31GBP 33,621,797,52617.2%
20252025-12-31GBP 37,343,738,43211.1%
BAE Systems sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-3110.9%
Q22025-06-30-1.9%
Q42025-12-318.8%
Q22026-06-30-1.7%
BAE Systems annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 0.62-17.5%
20232023-12-31GBP 0.7520.9%
20242024-12-31GBP 0.829.0%
20252025-12-31GBP 0.909.5%
BAE Systems sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-316.5%
Q22025-06-30-3.0%
Q42025-12-3112.5%
Q22026-06-30-5.6%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

£14.51B

+16.3%

Gross Profit

£1.30B

+18.5%

Gross Margin

8.99%

N/A

Market Cap

$78.99BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$759.49K

N/A

Employees

104,000

N/A

Net Income

£1.01B

+6.8%

EBITDA

£1.88B

+6.5%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£4.32B

+52.7%

Total Debt

£9.09B

-16.0%

Accounts Receivable

£8.01B

+12.9%

Inventory

£1.52B

+12.5%

Long Term Debt

£8.20B

-16.7%

Short Term Debt

£887.57M

-8.3%

Return on Assets

5.30%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

10.17%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£1.89B

+406.8%

Operating Cash Flow

£2.24B

+196.1%

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Questions About BAESF

What is the current price of BAE Systems?

BAE Systems is trading at $26.45 per share.

What is the 52-week range for BAE Systems?

Over the past 52 weeks, BAE Systems has traded between $21.12 and $32.21.

How much debt does BAE Systems have?

As of the most recent reporting period, BAE Systems reported total debt of £12.17B.

How much cash does BAE Systems have on hand?

BAE Systems reported £4.62B in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is BAE Systems’s dividend yield?

BAE Systems currently has a dividend yield of 1.81%.

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