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JJacobs Solutions Inc.
$141.12$16.7B
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Jacobs Solutions Inc.

J
NYSE · Software Services
$141.12
At close - Sep 23, 4:00 PM EDT - USD
Market Cap$16.66B
P/E59.3x
52W High$154.72
Volume881.88K
OverviewTerminalAnalysisFinancialsValuationEarningsBreakoutsOwnership
VCP Research Verdict2026Q3

Revenue Surge Masks Margin Compression and Leverage Spike

Jacobs Solutions is experiencing a revenue surge driven by Infrastructure & Advanced Facilities, with Q3 FY2026 revenue up 34.6% YoY to $4.1B. However, gross margin compression to 19.9% from 25.0% a year ago suggests the growth may be low-quality, and the post...

GrowthAccelerating
ProfitabilityStable
ValuationExpensive
TechnicalsMixed
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MARKET ACTION

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Price trend, volume and key moving averages

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Decision Checklist4 Core Signals

What matters now

The signals most likely to change the investment case.

01

Earnings momentum

9/12 Beats

EPS beat 9 of last 12 quarters

02

Valuation risk

+99% Peers

P/E is 99% above peer median

03

Market leadership

RS 73 · Avg

Average momentum (RS Rating: 73)

04

Mixed Trend

Mixed

Price < 50DMA but > 200DMA

Next CatalystConfirmed earnings · Nov 19
01

Build the investment case

Start with the evidence for owning the stock and the risks that can break the thesis.

EXECUTIVE THESIS

The Investment Case

Full Analysis
Fundamental Trajectory

Revenue accelerated 34.6% YoY to $4.1B in Q3 FY2026, but gross margin compressed to 19.9% from 25.0% a year earlier, indicating lower-quality growth.

Analyst Consensus+17.0% target
Buy(38 analysts)
24 Buy14 Hold0 Sell

The Bull Case

Upside Catalysts

Infrastructure contract wins

Jacobs Solutions secured new contracts for water and wastewater infrastructure expansion and modernization, as well as EPCM services for a high-performance computing data center, showcasing its strong project pipeline.

Strong financial performance

The company reported significant year-over-year growth in revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and GAAP net earnings, highlighting its financial resilience and profitability.

Dual exposure to key sectors

Jacobs' recent wins in infrastructure and high-performance computing demonstrate its diversified exposure to high-growth industries, enhancing its revenue stability.

The Bear Case

Key Downside Risks

Market performance

Price History →

Trailing total returns as of 9/24/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).

YTD Return
J+5.06%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+12.39%
1-Year Return
J-5.36%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+15.77%
3-Year Return
J-3.84%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+75.66%
5-Year Return
J-2.59%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+71.17%
02

Test the fundamentals

Check whether operating performance supports the current valuation.

VALUATION & INTRINSIC VALUE

Valuation Scenarios

Valuation Analysis
Trailing P/E
59.3x
Forward P/EExpansion
19.4x
EV/EBITDA
16.5x
FCF YieldCash Flow
3.6%

Valuation vs 5-Year History

Multiple Range
Metric
Current
5Y Median
Historical Range
Percentile
P/E
59.3x
N/A
N/A
EV/EBITDA
16.5x
N/A
N/A
Price/FCF
27.4x
N/A
N/A
Current Multiple
5Y Median (50th %ile)

Intrinsic Value Scenarios

DCF Projection
Bear$90.02-36.2%
Base (Fair)$144.41+0.7%
Bull$199.80+41.6%
$90.02 Bear$144.41 Base$199.80 Bull
Current Market Price: $141.12
Trades at a 2.3% discount to Base DCF ($144.41)
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Growth & profitability

Annual revenue & EPS trend
Revenue
$12.03B+4.6% YoY
Net income
$290M-64.0% YoY
Free cash flow
$607M-34.9% YoY
Operating margin
7.2%+1.2 pts YoY
ROIC (TTM)9.9%
Avg ROIC 5Y-
ROE (TTM)5.8%
Piotroski Score7 / 9
Financial Statements →
03

Monitor what changed

Recent results and news deserve attention only when they alter the forward view.

OPERATING RESULTS

Recent Earnings

Earnings History
EPS Beat Rate9/12 (75%)
Revenue Beat Rate5/12 (42%)
QuarterEPS (Act vs Est)Revenue (Act vs Est)
Q3 2026Latest
Aug 4, 2026
$1.84+0.5%
vs $1.83
$2.4B+0.5%
vs $2.4B
Q2 2026
May 5, 2026
$1.75+7.4%
vs $1.63
$2.3B+2.2%
vs $2.3B
Q1 2026
Feb 3, 2026
$1.53+0.7%
vs $1.52
$2.3B-27.1%
vs $3.1B
Q4 2025
Nov 20, 2025
$1.75+4.2%
vs $1.68
$3.2B+0.3%
vs $3.1B
Historical baseline: 12 quarters analyzedGAAP / Adjusted
MARKET COVERAGE

Latest News

5 Stories
Zacks Investment Research·15h ago
Jacobs to Provide Advisory Services for Germany's Konrad Repository

J is set to advise Germany's Konrad Repository, assessing construction, schedules and costs as the mine is converted for radioactive waste disposal.

Zacks Investment Research·17h ago
Why Jacobs Solutions (J) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term

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GuruFocus·2d ago
Jacobs selected to support BGE's Konrad Repository project in Germany

[url="]Jacobs[/url] (NYSE: J) has been awarded a contract by [url="]Bundesgesellschaft für Endlagerung mbH[/url] (BGE), Germany's federal company for radioacti

Defense World·3d ago
Comparing Paychex (NASDAQ:PAYX) & Jacobs Solutions (NYSE:J)

Jacobs Solutions (NYSE: J - Get Free Report) and Paychex (NASDAQ: PAYX - Get Free Report) are both large-cap industrials companies, but which is the superior business? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their dividends, institutional ownership, profitability, valuation, analyst recommendations, risk and earnings. Risk and Volatility Jacobs Solutions has a beta

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04

Compare before deciding

Benchmark J against direct peers instead of judging its metrics in isolation.

Peers Comparison

Key metrics vs top competitors for Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J)

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CompanyPriceMarket CapP/E RatioRev Growth (1Y)Net MarginROEDiv Yield
J logoJJacobs Solutions Inc.Current
$141.12$16.66B59.294.6%2.41%5.78%0.9%
ACM logoACMAecom
$61.45$7.9B14.600.21%1.87%11.5%—
KBR logoKBRKBR, Inc.
$35.34$4.48B11.010.57%5.49%27.3%—
TTEK logoTTEKTetra Tech, Inc.
$34.90$9.06B37.534.69%8.6%23.76%—
PWR logoPWRQuanta Services, Inc.
$634.90$95.27B93.3719.76%4.08%14.73%—
MTZ logoMTZMasTec, Inc.
$217.52$17.19B42.9016.22%3.12%14.86%—

Compare J vs Peers

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.

Closest Rival

vs ACM

Most directly comparable listed peer for J.

Scale Benchmark

vs CAT

Larger-name benchmark to compare J against a more recognizable public peer.

Peer Set

Compare Top 5

vs ACM, KBR, TTEK, PWR

05

Keep researching

Verify the primary filings, follow material updates, and answer the remaining questions.

J SEC Filings & Documents

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)

8-K Announcements

6
Material company update

Aug 4, 2026·SEC

Material company update

May 5, 2026·SEC

Material company update

Apr 29, 2026·SEC

10-K Annual Reports

3
FY 2025

Nov 20, 2025·SEC

FY 2024

Nov 25, 2024·SEC

FY 2023

Nov 21, 2023·SEC

10-Q Quarterly Reports

6
FY 2026

Aug 4, 2026·SEC

FY 2026

May 5, 2026·SEC

FY 2026

Feb 3, 2026·SEC

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J Frequently Asked Questions

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained

Growth & Financials
What is Jacobs Solutions Inc.'s revenue?

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) reported $14.22B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 690% increase from $1.80B in 1996.

How fast is Jacobs Solutions Inc. growing?

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) grew revenue by 4.6% over the past year. Growth has been modest.

Is J profitable?

Yes, Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) is profitable, generating $334.6M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (2.4% net margin).

Dividend & Returns
Does J pay dividends?

Yes, Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.90%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.

What is J's return on equity?

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) has a return on equity (ROE) of 5.8%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.

What is Jacobs Solutions Inc.'s free cash flow?

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) generated $644.5M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.

What if you invested $1,000 in J back in 1996?

Total return calculator · dividends reinvested · 30+ years of data

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