Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (LTS:0JS0) EV-to-OCF: -256.66 (As of Aug. 10, 2026)

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LTS:0JS0 Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc LTS:0JS0
63 GF Score
Price $59.71
GF Value $31.90
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions EV-to-OCF?

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions LTS:0JS0 +3.36% 63 EV-to-OCF is -256.66 as of Aug. 10, 2026. GuruFocus rates LTS:0JS0 with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $31.90 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 359 Aerospace & Defense companies, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions ranks better than 95.54% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's Enterprise Value is $10,164 Mil. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-40 Mil. Therefore, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's EV-to-OCF for today is -256.66.

The historical rank and industry rank for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

LTS:0JS0' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1883.68   Med: 46.64   Max: 1496.41
Current: -256.66

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions was 1496.41. The lowest was -1883.68. And the median was 46.64.

LTS:0JS0's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
95.54% of 359 companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 14.43 vs LTS:0JS0: -256.66

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-10), Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's stock price is $59.71. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $0.170. Therefore, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 351.24.


Kratos Defense & Security Solutions  (LTS:0JS0) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=59.71/0.170
=351.24

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's share price for today is $59.71.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.170.

* 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.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Kratos Defense & Security Solutions EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Kratos Defense & Security Solutions EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:

* 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.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions EV-to-OCF Chart

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 678.25 -1,743.63 -294.64 -296.13 -207.94

LTS:0JS0 vs HXL, SARO, AVAV: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Kratos Defense & Security Solutions EV-to-OCF vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions EV-to-OCF Calculation

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=10163.825/-39.6
=-256.66

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's current Enterprise Value is $10,164 Mil.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-40 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of -256.66 mean?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (LTS:0JS0) has a EV-to-OCF of -256.66 as of Aug. 10, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions ranks #16 out of 359 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 4.5%.
Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' EV-to-OCF too high?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' current EV-to-OCF is -256.66. Based on the distribution chart, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions ranks #16 out of 359 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' EV-to-OCF compare to HXL and SARO?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions ranks #16 out of 359 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Kratos Defense & Security Solutions in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 14.43. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Aerospace & Defense companies is 14.43, based on 359 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF 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 EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 14.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions's current EV-to-OCF is -256.66. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (LTS:0JS0) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $31.90, compared to a current price of $59.71 — trading 87.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -256.66. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (LTS:0JS0), the current EV-to-OCF is -256.66 as of Aug. 10, 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 Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (LTS:0JS0) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $59.71 is trading 87.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $31.90. GuruFocus considers Kratos Defense & Security Solutions to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0JS0:

  • EV-to-OCF: -256.66
  • GF Value™: $31.90 vs. price of $59.71 (87.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0JS0 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Business Description

Address 1 Chisholm Trail, Suite 300, Round Rock, TX, USA, 78681
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems. The company has two segments; The Kratos Government Solutions (KGS) segment is comprised of an aggregation of KGS operating segments, including its microwave electronic products, space, training, and cybersecurity, C5ISR/modular systems, turbine technologies, and defense and rocket support services operating segments and The Unmanned Systems segment consists of unmanned aerial, unmanned ground, unmanned seaborne and related command, control, and communications system businesses. The company derives a majority of its revenue from the Kratos Government Solutions segment.
63GF Score

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