Key Takeaways:
- Leidos's strategic acquisition of Kudu Dynamics aims to bolster its AI-driven cyber capabilities.
- Market analysts predict a potential 13.62% upside for Leidos Holdings with diverse price targets.
- GuruFocus estimates indicate a possible downside, suggesting a divergence in valuation perspectives.
Leidos Expands Cyber Capabilities with Key Acquisition
Leidos (LDOS, Financial) has made a significant move in the cybersecurity sector by acquiring Kudu Dynamics for approximately $300 million in cash. This acquisition is expected to substantially enhance Leidos's AI-driven cyber capabilities, particularly in the defense and intelligence sectors. Founded in 2013, Kudu Dynamics is known for its advanced cyber solutions, perfectly aligning with Leidos's strategy to bolster its offensive cyber technologies.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast
Leidos Holdings Inc (LDOS, Financial) is on the radar of numerous analysts, with 13 experts offering a range of one-year price targets. The average target stands at $173.33, with predictions ranging from a high of $200.00 to a low of $151.00. This average reflects a potential upside of 13.62% from the current trading price of $152.55. For more comprehensive data and insights, explore the Leidos Holdings Inc (LDOS) Forecast page.
Analyst Recommendations and GuruFocus Valuation
Leidos Holdings Inc (LDOS, Financial) enjoys an "Outperform" status based on the consensus recommendation from 18 brokerage firms, averaging a recommendation score of 2.3. This score is derived from a scale where 1 is a Strong Buy, and 5 is a Sell, indicating positive sentiment among analysts.
However, a different perspective is offered by GuruFocus, which estimates the GF Value for Leidos Holdings Inc (LDOS, Financial) to be $137.68 in one year. This suggests a potential downside of 9.75% compared to the current price of $152.55. The GF Value is an estimate of the fair value a stock should trade at, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance forecasts. Additional detailed information is available on the Leidos Holdings Inc (LDOS) Summary page.
