BAE Systems plc (LON:BA)

London flag London · Delayed Price · Currency is GBP · Price in GBX
1,792.00
-32.50 (-1.78%)
Jun 25, 2026, 4:50 PM GMT
Market Cap51.76B -10.9%
Revenue (ttm)28.34B +7.7%
Net Income2.06B +5.4%
EPS0.68 +6.1%
Shares Out 2.84B
PE Ratio26.83
Forward PE21.97
Dividend0.36 (1.99%)
Ex-Dividend DateApr 23, 2026
Volume9,199,787
Open1,820.50
Previous Close1,824.50
Day's Range1,739.50 - 1,824.50
52-Week Range1,529.00 - 2,360.00
Beta-0.07
AnalystsBuy
Price Target2,322.50 (+29.6%)
Earnings DateJul 30, 2026

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc provides defense, aerospace, and security solutions in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, Australia, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Europe, and internationally. The company operates through five segments: Electronic Systems, Platforms & Services, Air, Maritime, and Cyber & Intelligence. The Electronic Systems segment offers electronic warfare systems, navigation systems, electro-optical sensors, military and commercial avionics, and precision guided solutions and communications systems, as well as space electronic... [Read more]

Founded 1979
Employees 111,400
Stock Exchange London Stock Exchange
Ticker Symbol BA
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, BAE Systems's revenue was 28.34 billion, an increase of 7.69% compared to the previous year's 26.31 billion. Earnings were 2.06 billion, an increase of 5.42%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 18 analysts, the average rating for BA stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is 2,323p, which is an increase of 29.60% from the latest price.

Price Target
2,323p
(29.60% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

BAE Systems' Endura™ processor demonstrates strategic radiation-hardened capability for space missions

Compact, high-performance processor delivers reliable operation in harsh radiation environments MANASSAS, Va., June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON: BA) has successfully demonstrated the abi...

9 hours ago - PRNewsWire

BAE Systems downgraded to Hold from Buy at Erste Group

Erste Group analyst Hans Engel downgraded BAE Systems (BAESY) to Hold from Buy. Demand from NATO countries is strong and the company expects revenue growth of approximately 8% year-over-year this…

10 hours ago - TheFly

Morgan Stanley names BAE Systems new top EU defense pick

Morgan Stanley analyst Ross Law lowered the firm’s price target on BAE Systems (BAESY) to 2,420 GBp from 2,662 GBp and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. Morgan Stanley…

14 hours ago - TheFly

BAE Systems to build high-resolution imaging satellite buses for Vantor

BAE Systems (BAESY) announced that it has entered into an agreement to build high-resolution imaging satellite buses for Vantor, a provider of unified spatial intelligence from space to ground. BAE…

1 day ago - TheFly

Vantor announces partnership with BAE Systems

Vantor announced that it has teamed with BAE Systems (BAESF) to manufacture its next-generation, 20 cm-class Vantor Vantage imaging satellites, which are expected to begin operations before the end of...

1 day ago - TheFly

Vantor Partners With BAE Systems to Build Next-Generation 20 cm-class Vantage Imaging Satellites

WESTMINSTER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vantor, the leading provider of unified spatial intelligence from space to ground, today announced that it has teamed with BAE Systems to manufacture its next-gene...

1 day ago - Business Wire

BAE Systems teams with Vantor to build high-resolution imagery satellites

Vantage imaging satellites build on shared space vehicle production heritage, looks to future of satellite constellation development   BROOMFIELD, Colo., June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON...

1 day ago - PRNewsWire

Trump to meet munitions makers amid push to replenish weapons stockpiles

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet munitions makers at the White House on Wednesday as his administration pushes to expand weapons production after military operations in Iran and ​other confl...

1 day ago - Reuters

BAE Systems upgraded to Buy from Hold at Kepler Cheuvreux

Kepler Cheuvreux analyst Aymeric Poulain upgraded BAE Systems (BAESY) to Buy from Hold with a price target of 2,085 GBp, down from 2,160 GBp. The firm cites the recent share…

1 day ago - TheFly

More nations willing to join GCAP jet project, Italy says

ROME, June 23 (Reuters) - More countries could join the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) ​fighter project involving Italy, Britain and Japan, the Italian ‌defence minister said on Tuesday, stressing...

2 days ago - Reuters

Leonardo, EDGE joint venture targets over €4 billion in orders in five years

Italian defence and aerospace company Leonardo and Abu Dhabi's EDGE group have detailed ​plans for a joint venture targeting ‌over 4 billion euros in orders over five years, the companies said on Wedn...

8 days ago - Reuters

BAE Systems receives $535M contract from U.S. Army

BAE Systems (BAESY) received a contract award valued at $535M to produce additional M109A7 Paladin Self-Propelled Howitzers and M992A3 Ammunition Carriers for the U.S. Army.

9 days ago - TheFly

BAE Systems awarded contract for continued production of M109A7 Paladin Self-Propelled Howitzers

YORK, Pa., June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON: BA) received a contract award valued at $535 million to produce additional M109A7 Paladin Self-Propelled Howitzers and M992A3 Ammunition Carr...

9 days ago - PRNewsWire

Allison Transmission to supply 4040 MX transmissions for BAE Systems vehicles

Allison Transmission (ALSN) has entered into a contract with BAE Systems (BAESY) vHagglunds to supply 4040 MX transmissions for the company’s CV90 MkIV infantry fighting vehicles. The $250M agreement ...

9 days ago - TheFly

UK, Japan agree tech partnership and vow fighter jet progress

The leaders of Britain and Japan announced a tech partnership on Sunday designed ​to boost national security and create jobs, and pledged to speed ‌up the progress of their next generation fighter jet...

12 days ago - Reuters

Online AGMs being used to 'swerve' shareholder scrutiny

Nationwide Building Society, Santander and defence firm BAE Systems are among a growing list of firms to move to a digital-only format that bars investors from turning up in person.

12 days ago - This is Money

MDA SPACE SELECTED BY BAE SYSTEMS FOR U.S. SPACE SYSTEMS COMMAND MEO EPOCH 2 CONSTELLATION

As a proud industry partner, MDA Space is leveraging its commercial innovation to deliver critical payload technologies that will enhance the resilience and capabilities of the U.S. Space Force's miss...

23 days ago - PRNewsWire

BAE Systems awarded Soft Kill Active Protection System program of record

BAE Systems (BAESY) has been awarded the Soft Kill Active Protection System program of record by the U.S. Army, equipping ground vehicles with advanced electronic warfare capabilities, the company ann...

4 weeks ago - TheFly

BAE Systems Wins Vehicle Protection Program From US Army

(RTTNews) - BAE Systems plc (BA.L), an aerospace and defense company, Wednesday announced that it has received the Soft Kill Active Protection System or APS program of record from the U.S. Army.

4 weeks ago - Nasdaq

BAE Systems to provide active protection system for U.S. Army combat vehicles

Soft kill electronic warfare system defends against missiles and unmanned aerial systems in complex battlespaces AUSTIN, Texas, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON: BA) has been awarded the ...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

BAE Systems announces $135M investment in Texas, New Hampshire facilities

BAE Systems (BAESY) announced a $135M investment for facility enhancements in Austin, Texas and Hudson, New Hampshire. “Approximately $85M is being implemented at the company’s Hudson campus, where ad...

5 weeks ago - TheFly

BAE Systems invests $135 million in facility upgrades to enhance U.S. military readiness

AUSTIN, Texas and HUDSON, N.H., May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON: BA) today announced a $135 million investment for facility enhancements in Austin, Texas and Hudson, New Hampshire, furth...

5 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

BAE Systems delivers next-generation flight hardware for U.S. Space Force missile warning program

Sensor system delivered for full assembly of U.S. Space Force satellite intelligence and defense payload    BROOMFIELD, Colo., May 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON: BA) has delivered the sens...

5 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

BAE Systems awarded $535.62M Army contract

BAE Systems (BAESY) was awarded a $535.62M fixed-price-incentive for production of self-propelled howitzer systems, vehicles and total package fielding kits. Bids were solicited via the internet with ...

6 weeks ago - TheFly

BAE Systems provides advanced aircraft readiness with new Link 16 test capability for F-16

Rapid avionic test shop enhances efficiency, reduces downtime, and boosts fleet readiness SAN DIEGO, May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON: BA) has completed the successful development and int...

6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire