KBR's revenue has stabilized near $2.0B per quarter, but gross margin remains capped around 14.8%, reflecting a mix of low-margin government contracts and higher-margin technology licensing. The company's strategic pivot toward asset-light services and acquisi...
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Jul 30, 2026 | $0.99+10.5% vs $0.90 | $2.0B+6.0% vs $1.9B |
Q2 2026 May 5, 2026 | $0.96+4.3% vs $0.92 | $1.9B+2.4% vs $1.9B |
Q1 2026 Feb 26, 2026 | $0.99+4.2% vs $0.95 | $1.9B-1.0% vs $1.9B |
Q4 2025 Oct 30, 2025 | $1.02+7.4% vs $0.95 | $1.9B+1.4% vs $1.9B |
HOUSTON, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced that its Mission Technology Solutions business, which will become Trinzic following its planned spin-off, has won a three-year contract to continue advancing mission-critical radio frequency engineering and modernization for a U.S. government customer.
KBR is rated a buy, with a bullish outlook supported by strong contract wins, global scale, and a favorable balance sheet. Recent earnings momentum is robust, with four consecutive beats and improving operating margins, though market sentiment remains cautious ahead of the planned spinoff. Major contract wins and a $5B+ sustainable tech backlog underpin long-term revenue visibility, while dividend safety is reinforced by a sub-20% payout ratio.
KBR, Inc. is rated Speculative Buy, trading ~28.6% below its 52-week high amid weak recent results and separation uncertainty. KBR's backlog is robust: STS at ~$5.5B and MTS with ~$10.6B in contested awards, supporting the medium-term growth outlook. Valuation is depressed at 9.2x forward P/E and 7.1x EV/EBITDA, with potential ~24% upside to ~$46/share if revenue and cash flow recover.
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| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $35.01 | $4.44B | 10.91 | 0.57% | 5.33% | 27.86% | 1.86% | |
| $143.12 | $16.9B | 60.13 | 4.6% | 2.35% | 8.51% | — | |
| $129.69 | $5.48B | 16.84 | -2.9% | 5.13% | 25.89% | — | |
| $123.31 | $15.51B | 11.08 | 3.07% | 7.67% | 26.38% | — | |
| $76.28 | $9.18B | 11.04 | -6.37% | 7.01% | 71.9% | — | |
| $613.22 | $13.55B | 25.38 | 10.89% | 5.6% | 12.68% | — |
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KBR, Inc. (KBR) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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KBR, Inc. (KBR) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
KBR, Inc. (KBR) reported $7.72B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 51% increase from $5.13B in 2002.
KBR, Inc. (KBR) grew revenue by 0.6% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Yes, KBR, Inc. (KBR) is profitable, generating $424.0M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (5.3% net margin).
Yes, KBR, Inc. (KBR) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.86%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
KBR, Inc. (KBR) has a return on equity (ROE) of 27.9%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
KBR, Inc. (KBR) generated $347.0M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
