Elbit Systems (FRA:EB2) Cash Flow from Operations: €752 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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FRA:EB2 Elbit Systems Ltd FRA:EB2
80 GF Score
Price €727.00
GF Value €318.16
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Elbit Systems Cash Flow from Operations?

Elbit Systems FRA:EB2 +0.48% 80 Cash Flow from Operations is €752 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:EB2 with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €318.16 (Significantly Overvalued).

Cash flow from operations refers to the cash brought in through a company's normal business operations. It is the cash flow before any investment or financing activities. It is the cash version of net income.

For the three months ended in Mar. 2026, Elbit Systems's Net Income From Continuing Operations was €139 Mil. Its Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization was €40 Mil. Its Change In Working Capital was €69 Mil. Its cash flow from deferred tax was €-8 Mil. Its Cash from Discontinued Operating Activities was €0 Mil. Its Asset Impairment Charge was €0 Mil. Its Stock Based Compensation was €6 Mil. And its Cash Flow from Others was €-3 Mil. In all, Elbit Systems's Cash Flow from Operations for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €243 Mil.


Elbit Systems  (FRA:EB2) Cash Flow from Operations Explanation

For companies reported in indirect method, cash flow from operations contains six items:

1. Net Income From Continuing Operations:
Net Income From Continuing Operations indicates the net income that a firm brings in from ongoing business activities. These activities are expected to continue into the next reporting period. It excludes extraordinary items, income from the cumulative effects of accounting changes, non-recurring items, income from tax loss carry forward, and preferred dividends.

Elbit Systems's net income from continuing operations for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €139 Mil.

2. Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization:
Depreciation is a present expense that accounts for the past cost of an asset that is now providing benefits.
Depletion and amortization are synonyms for depreciation.
Generally:
The term depreciation is used when discussing man made tangible assets
The term depletion is used when discussing natural tangible assets
The term amortization is used when discussing intangible assets

Elbit Systems's depreciation, depletion and amortization for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €40 Mil.

3. Change In Working Capital:
Working Capital is a measure of a company's short term liquidity or its ability to cover short term liabilities. It is defined as the difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities. Changes in Working Capital is reported in the cash flow statement since it is one of the major ways in which net income can differ from operating cash flow.

Elbit Systems's change in working capital for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €69 Mil. It means Elbit Systems's working capital increased by €69 Mil from Dec. 2025 to Mar. 2026 .

4. Deferred Tax:
It is the cash flow generated from deferred tax.

Elbit Systems's cash flow from deferred tax for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €-8 Mil.

5. Cash from Discontinued Operating Activities:
Net cash from all of the entity's discontinued operating activities.

Elbit Systems's cash from discontinued operating Activities for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €0 Mil.

6. Asset Impairment Charge:
It is the charge against earnings resulting from the aggregate write down of all assets from their carrying value to their fair value.

Elbit Systems's asset impairment charge for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €0 Mil.

7. Stock Based Compensation:
It is a way corporations use stock options to reward employees. It provides executives and employees the opportunity to share in the growth of the company and, if structured properly, can align their interests with the interests of the company's shareholders and investors, without burning the company's cash on hand.

Elbit Systems's stock based compensation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €6 Mil.

8. Cash Flow from Others:
These are cash differences caused by the change of inventory, accounts payable, accounts receivable etc. For instance, if a company pays its suppliers slower, its cash position will build up faster. If a company receives payments from its customers slower, its account receivables will rise, and its cash position will grow more slowly (or even shrink).

Elbit Systems's cash flow from others for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €-3 Mil.


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Elbit Systems Cash Flow from Operations Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Elbit Systems's Cash Flow from Operations can be seen below:

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* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Elbit Systems Cash Flow from Operations Chart

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Elbit Systems Cash Flow from Operations Calculation

Cash flow from operations refers to the cash brought in through a company's normal business operations. It is the cash flow before any investment or financing activities. It is the cash version of net income.

Elbit Systems's Cash Flow from Operations for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

Elbit Systems's Cash Flow from Operations for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is:


Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €752 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

What does a Cash Flow from Operations of €752 Mil mean?
Elbit Systems (FRA:EB2) has a Cash Flow from Operations of €752 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Cash Flow from Operations is the amount of cash earned or paid from standard business operations. View historical data for Elbit Systems and its competitors.
Is Elbit Systems' Cash Flow from Operations too high?
Elbit Systems' current Cash Flow from Operations is €752 Mil. Overall, Elbit Systems has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Elbit Systems' Cash Flow from Operations compare to SPCX and GE?
Elbit Systems' Cash Flow from Operations of €752 Mil can be compared against companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cash Flow from Operations for an Aerospace & Defense company?
A good Cash Flow from Operations depends on the Aerospace & Defense industry context. However, Cash Flow from Operations should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Cash Flow from Operations mean?
A high Cash Flow from Operations can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cash Flow from Operations is the amount of cash earned or paid from standard business operations. View historical data for Elbit Systems and its competitors. Elbit Systems's current Cash Flow from Operations is €752 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Elbit Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Elbit Systems (FRA:EB2) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €318.16, compared to a current price of €727.00 — trading 128.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Cash Flow from Operations is €752 Mil. Elbit Systems' overall GF Score™ is 80/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cash Flow from Operations calculated?
Cash Flow from Operations is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Elbit Systems (FRA:EB2), the current Cash Flow from Operations is €752 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Elbit Systems (FRA:EB2) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Elbit Systems stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €727.00 is trading 128.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €318.16. GuruFocus considers Elbit Systems to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:EB2:

  • Cash Flow from Operations: €752 Mil
  • GF Value™: €318.16 vs. price of €727.00 (128.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:EB2 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Elbit Systems Business Description

Other Exchanges ESLT:USAESLT:Israel
Address Advanced Technology Center, P.O. Box 539, Haifa, ISR, 3100401
Elbit Systems Ltd is a technology company involved in producing a portfolio of systems and products for aircraft, land, and naval applications. The company's products are used for defense, homeland security and commercial flight capabilities. Its systems and solutions may be installed on new platforms or it may perform a comprehensive modernization program to transform a platform. Elbit Systems gives instructions to its customers on the proper maintenance of its products and will provide support team specialists when the customer cannot fix a problem. The company operates in five segments: Aerospace; C4I and Cyber; ISTAR and EW; Land; and ESA. It derives maximum revenue from Land Segment. Geographically, it operates in Israel; North America; Europe; Asia-Pacific; Latin America; and Others.
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