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JJacobs Solutions Inc.
$148.90$17.6B
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Jacobs Solutions Inc.

J
NYSE · Engineering & Construction
$148.90
At close - Nov 6, 4:00 PM EST - USD
Market Cap$17.58B
P/E53.0x
52W High$162.00
Volume1.21M
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-spin-off leverage spike to a D/E of 1.25 with total debt of…

GrowthAccelerating
ProfitabilityStable
ValuationExpensive
TechnicalsStrong
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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

+156% Peers

P/E is 156% above peer median

03

Market leadership

RS 78 · Avg

Average momentum (RS Rating: 78)

04

Strong Uptrend

Strong Trend

Price > 20DMA > 50DMA > 200DMA

Next CatalystConfirmed earnings · Nov 23
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+10.6% 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 11/8/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).

YTD Return
J+10.81%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+7.63%
1-Year Return
J-0.19%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+9.69%
3-Year Return
J+1.18%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+70.04%
5-Year Return
J+2.46%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+58.08%
02

Test the fundamentals

Check whether operating performance supports the current valuation.

VALUATION & INTRINSIC VALUE

Valuation Scenarios

Valuation Analysis
Trailing P/E
53.0x
Forward P/EExpansion
20.5x
EV/EBITDA
21.6x
FCF YieldCash Flow
3.7%

Valuation vs 5-Year History

Multiple Range
Metric
Current
5Y Median
Historical Range
Percentile
P/E
53.0x
N/A
N/A
EV/EBITDA
21.6x
N/A
N/A
Price/FCF
27.3x
N/A
N/A
Current Multiple
5Y Median (50th %ile)

Intrinsic Value Scenarios

DCF Projection
Bear$99.40-33.2%
Base (Fair)$155.01+4.1%
Bull$216.92+45.7%
$99.40 Bear$155.01 Base$216.92 Bull
Current Market Price: $148.90
Trades at a 3.9% discount to Base DCF ($155.01)
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Growth & profitability

Annual revenue & EPS trend
Revenue FY25
$12.03B+4.6% YoY
Net income FY25
$290M-64.0% YoY
Free cash flow FY25
$607M-34.9% YoY
Operating margin FY25
7.2%+1.2 pts YoY
ROIC (FY25)9.9%
Avg ROIC 5Y6.3%
ROE (TTM)8.5%
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

4 Stories
Business Wire·Oct 28, 2026
Jacobs to deliver $1 billion San Francisco wastewater upgrade through joint venture

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #OurJacobs--Jacobs selected as the progressive design-build contractor for the Southeast Treatment Plant Nutrient Reduction Project.

Defense World·Oct 21, 2026
Jacobs Solutions Inc. $J Shares Sold by Louisbourg Investments Inc.

Louisbourg Investments Inc. lessened its stake in Jacobs Solutions Inc. (NYSE: J) by 7.7% in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 49,198 shares of the company's stock after selling 4,130 shares during the period. Louisbourg Investments Inc.'s holdings in

Zacks Investment Research·Oct 19, 2026
J or AGX: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

Investors with an interest in Building Products - Miscellaneous stocks have likely encountered both Jacobs Solutions (J) and Argan (AGX). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

Zacks Investment Research·Oct 14, 2026
Why Did J&J Stock Fall After Q3 Earnings Despite Raised Guidance?

J&J's shares fell 5.8% despite an earnings beat and raised guidance, as MedTech weakness, drug sales shortfalls and acquisition costs weighed on results.

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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
$148.90$17.58B52.964.6%2.35%8.51%0.86%
ACM logoACMAecom
$66.74$8.58B29.790.21%1.87%11.5%1.5%
KBR logoKBRKBR, Inc.
$37.17$4.71B10.600.57%5.65%27.13%1.75%
TTEK logoTTEKTetra Tech, Inc.
$40.29$10.46B24.004.69%8.6%23.76%0.6%
PWR logoPWRQuanta Services, Inc.
$540.90$81.17B48.7819.76%4.54%17.58%0.07%
MTZ logoMTZMasTec, Inc.
$174.10$13.76B28.1816.22%2.85%13.54%—

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

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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 over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $12.03B in fiscal year 2025. That is 569% more than the $1.80B of fiscal year 1996.

How fast is Jacobs Solutions Inc. growing?

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) grew revenue by 84.3% over the trailing twelve months, compared with the twelve months before.

Is J profitable?

Yes. Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) earned $334.6M in net income over the trailing twelve months (a 2.4% net margin).

Dividend & Returns
Does J pay dividends?

Yes. Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) pays a dividend that yields 0.86% at the current price, a small yield.

What is J's return on equity?

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) had a return on equity (ROE) of 8.5% over the trailing twelve months. That is below the market's typical 10-15%.

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

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) generated $644.5M in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months.

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

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