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BAE Systems(OTC) BAESY

Market Cap$79.59BMarket 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 (1998)+810%
5 Year+292%
1 Year+17%
1 Month-4%
$108.70
+0.47%
+0.51Today
BAE Systems last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 108.702026-09-01
BAE Systems stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-5.16%USD 114.612026-08-25
1 month-4.29%USD 113.572026-07-31
3 month+6.55%USD 102.022026-06-03
Year to date+18.31%USD 91.872025-12-31
1 year+17.44%USD 92.562025-08-29
3 year+124.6%USD 48.402023-09-01
5 year+292.07%USD 27.722021-09-02
Since inception+809.52%USD 11.951998-11-03

BAE Systems Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$79.59BMarket 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)

£56.89B

Net Income (TTM)

£4.09B

EPS (TTM)

$3.75

P/E Ratio

28.35

Dividend

$1.94

Beta (Volatility)

0.36 (Low)

Price

$108.70

Volume

1,552

Open

$109.79

Previous Close

$108.70

Daily Range

$108.54 - $110.26

52-Week Range

$84.50 - $126.00

Estimated Earnings Date

Jul 30, 2026

BAESY News

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About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a global defense, aerospace, and security enterprise headquartered in Farnborough, United Kingdom. The company operates across five principal divisions, providing advanced electronic solutions, cyber protection services, combat vehicles, aircraft support, and naval systems.

Products and Services
  • Advanced electronic warfare systems and navigation technologies
  • Cyber protection and intelligence solutions for government entities
  • Manufacturing of combat vehicles, aircraft, and naval systems
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue of £14.72 billion in Q2 2026, indicating strong demand
  • Net income of £1.03 billion for Q2 2026, showcasing profitability
  • Consistent investment in R&D to enhance technological capabilities
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £56.5 billion, reflecting robust performance
  • Dividend yield of 1.70%, providing attractive returns to shareholders
  • Operating profit margin of 9.07%, indicating efficient cost management
BAE Systems plc stands out in the aerospace and defense sector due to its diverse product offerings and strong financial performance. The recent quarterly results demonstrate a solid revenue stream and profitability, which are critical indicators for potential investors. The company's commitment to innovation and technology positions it well for future growth, particularly in a landscape where defense and security needs are increasingly paramount. With a stable dividend yield and effective cost management, BAE Systems presents a compelling opportunity for those interested in the defense industry.
AI Generated • Aug 21, 2026

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

BAESY 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

12.54%

Return on Assets

5.30%

Earnings Yield

3.53%

Dividend Yield

1.78%

Payout Ratio

51.63%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$79.59BMarket 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

732.23M

Volume

1.55K

Avg. Volume

316.70K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£24.93B

Operating Income

£5.32B

EBITDA

£7.88B

Operating Cash Flow

£8.66B

Capital Expenditure

-£2.07B

Free Cash Flow

£6.60B

Cash & ST Invst.

£4.33B

Total Debt

£9.10B

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%
Q22026-06-30-0.3%
BAE Systems annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 2.49-17.5%
20232023-12-31GBP 3.0120.9%
20242024-12-31GBP 3.279.0%
20252025-12-31GBP 3.599.5%
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

£14.72B

+18.0%

Gross Profit

£1.32B

+20.2%

Gross Margin

8.99%

N/A

Market Cap

$79.59BMarket 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

$765.32K

N/A

Employees

104,000

N/A

Net Income

£1.03B

+8.4%

EBITDA

£1.91B

+8.1%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£4.33B

+44.8%

Total Debt

£9.10B

-15.9%

Accounts Receivable

£8.02B

+13.1%

Inventory

£1.53B

+12.7%

Long Term Debt

£8.21B

-16.6%

Short Term Debt

£888.60M

-8.2%

Return on Assets

5.30%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

10.17%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£1.91B

+414.3%

Operating Cash Flow

£2.27B

+200.5%

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Questions About BAESY

What is the current price of BAE Systems?

BAE Systems is trading at $108.70 per share.

What is the 52-week range for BAE Systems?

Over the past 52 weeks, BAE Systems has traded between $84.50 and $126.00.

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 1.78%.

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