DroneShield Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 3/6
DroneShield has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 57%, while the Aerospace & Defense industry saw earnings growing at 17.7% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 61% per year. DroneShield's return on equity is 1%, and it has net margins of 1.6%.
Key information
56.99%
Earnings growth rate
58.00%
EPS growth rate
| Aerospace & Defense Industry Growth | 25.72% |
| Revenue growth rate | 61.03% |
| Return on equity | 1.05% |
| Net Margin | 1.62% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Dec 2025 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
DRO: New CEO Transition Will Support Premium P/E And Bullish Outlook
Analysts have slightly adjusted their price target for DroneShield to A$4.40. This reflects updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate and future P/E expectations.DRO: Leadership Transition Will Support Premium P/E And Bullish Outlook
Analysts have kept their A$4.50 price target for DroneShield unchanged, citing largely consistent assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E multiples compared with previous estimates. What's in the News DroneShield announced that long serving executive Angus Bean has been appointed CEO, moving from his previous C level roles including Chief Technology Officer, with employment on an ongoing basis from 8 April 2026 in line with his contract terms (Key Developments).DRO: Higher Revenue Outlook And Premium P/E Will Support Bullish Case
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for DroneShield from A$4.90 to A$4.50, reflecting updated assumptions for growth, profitability and future P/E, as well as a slightly adjusted discount rate. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Reduced from A$4.90 to A$4.50, a small cut to the central valuation estimate.
Counter Drone Demand And SaaS Shift Will Support Steady Prospects Without Exuberant Expectations
Catalysts About DroneShield DroneShield provides hardware and software systems for detecting and defeating drones and other unmanned threats across military, public safety and emerging civilian settings. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Recurring SaaS And Expanding Pipeline Will Reshape Counter Drone Market Trajectory
Catalysts About DroneShield DroneShield provides integrated hardware, software and SaaS solutions for detecting and defeating drones and other unmanned threats across military and civilian markets. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?DRO: Refined Discount Rate And P/E Assumptions Will Support Balanced Outlook
Analysts have maintained their A$4.90 price target for DroneShield, with only minor tweaks to inputs such as discount rate and future P/E assumptions. This reflects largely unchanged views on the company’s long term earnings profile.
DroneShield's Growth Will Drive Revenue Up by 25.39% Amidst New Success
Morningstar snapshot from 11/03/2026: Fair value: A$2.95 Five-star price: A$1.36 — this is my entry point Current price: A$4.02 Valuation: Overvalued Uncertainty: Very High Economic moat: Narrow 2025 revenue: A$216.5m Revenue growth in 2025: 276% Cash balance: A$209.4m Shares outstanding: ~913m Gross margin: ~60.9% Operating margin: ~-1.9% My interest in DroneShield is based on the long-term need for counter-drone technology, but only at the right price. The current conflict involving Iran is another reminder that drones are now a real threat to military assets, energy infrastructure and broader regional security.DRO: Higher Discount Rate And P/E Repricing Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for DroneShield to A$4.90 from A$5.00 as they factor in a higher discount rate, more moderate revenue growth expectations, and a higher assumed future P/E multiple. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Trimmed slightly from A$5.00 to A$4.90.
DroneShield: From Tactical Supplier to Procurement Platform?
DroneShield sits in a part of defence that has moved from optional to operationally critical. The shift is not theoretical.Droneshield is ramping up , 267% revenue increase in 2025
DroneShield is no longer a speculative concept stock it’s positioning itself as a scalable counter-drone defence supplier during a structural global defence expansion cycle. The key shift is moving from lumpy contract wins to repeat institutional procurement, particularly across NATO and US defense channels.DRO: Steady Fair Value And Earnings Outlook Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have modestly trimmed their valuation on DroneShield, cutting the price target to A$5.00. They have refreshed assumptions around discount rates, growth and P/E multiples while keeping fair value estimates broadly in line with prior views.DRO: Index Inclusion And Higher Growth Outlook Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their price target for DroneShield from A$4.70 to A$5.00. This reflects updated assumptions that include a slightly lower discount rate, modestly higher revenue growth expectations, a small reduction in projected profit margins, and a marginally higher future P/E.Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By DroneShield Limited's (ASX:DRO) 36% Share Price Surge
Jan 27
DRO: Index Inclusion And Stable Outlook Will Support Measured Future Upside Potential
Analysts have slightly reduced their price target on DroneShield to reflect a minor adjustment in the discount rate and future P/E assumptions, while keeping their fair value estimate unchanged at A$4.70. Valuation Changes Fair Value: The fair value estimate is unchanged at A$4.70 per share.DRO: Index Inclusion Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for DroneShield from A$5.15 to A$4.70, reflecting slightly higher assumed discount rates and a modestly lower future P/E multiple in their models. Valuation Changes Fair Value: reduced from A$5.15 to A$4.70 per share.DRO: Index Inclusion And Defence Partnerships Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have modestly increased their price target for DroneShield to $5.15, reflecting slightly higher long term growth and valuation assumptions, despite largely unchanged fair value estimates. What's in the News Critical Infrastructure Technologies signs a new NDA with DroneShield to integrate Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems capabilities into the Nexus 20 platform requested by the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, advancing design work on a secure, resilient defence system (Key Developments) The Nexus 20 program, covering 50 platforms, moves forward with parallel telecommunications and C UAS integration in partnership frameworks that already include Babcock International, Nokia, and Ericsson (Key Developments) DroneShield is added to the S and P ASX 200 Index, which may increase its visibility and potential inclusion in institutional portfolios (Key Developments) DroneShield is also added to the S and P ASX 200 Industrials Sector Index, reinforcing its status as a notable participant in the Australian industrials universe (Key Developments) Valuation Changes Fair Value: Unchanged at A$5.15 per share, indicating stable long term intrinsic value assumptions.DRO: Index Inclusions And New Partnerships Will Support Long-Term Profit Outlook
Analysts have maintained their price target for DroneShield at $5.15, citing consistent expectations for the company's growth and profitability metrics. What's in the News DroneShield and Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd.DroneShield Limited's (ASX:DRO) Share Price Is Still Matching Investor Opinion Despite 56% Slump
Nov 19DRO: Future Telecom Partnerships Will Sustain Profit Margins And Broaden Market Presence
Analysts have reaffirmed DroneShield's fair value price target at $5.15, citing steady revenue and profit margin expectations as key factors that support their unchanged outlook. What's in the News DroneShield Limited and Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd.DRO: Joining Major Indexes And Key Defense Contracts Will Drive Demand
Analysts have raised their price target for DroneShield from $4.45 to $5.15. They cite improved revenue growth expectations, even though the projected profit margin is now slightly lower.Global And NATO Defense Demand Will Expand Counter-Drone Market
Analysts have raised their price target for DroneShield from $3.65 to $4.45 per share, citing stronger projected revenue growth and an updated outlook on future profitability. What's in the News Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd.DroneShield Limited (ASX:DRO) Stocks Shoot Up 33% But Its P/S Still Looks Reasonable
Sep 29Earnings Troubles May Signal Larger Issues for DroneShield (ASX:DRO) Shareholders
Sep 02Global Drone Demand Will Transform Defense And Civil Markets
Surging global demand, regulatory momentum, and diversified defense contracts position DroneShield for robust, recurring revenue growth and greater earnings stability.After Leaping 42% DroneShield Limited (ASX:DRO) Shares Are Not Flying Under The Radar
Jul 25Need To Know: Analysts Are Much More Bullish On DroneShield Limited (ASX:DRO)
Jun 26DroneShield Limited's (ASX:DRO) CEO Compensation Is Looking A Bit Stretched At The Moment
May 21Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By DroneShield Limited's (ASX:DRO) 29% Share Price Surge
Apr 26Market Participants Recognise DroneShield Limited's (ASX:DRO) Revenues Pushing Shares 30% Higher
Feb 26Market Participants Recognise DroneShield Limited's (ASX:DRO) Revenues Pushing Shares 27% Higher
Jan 08DroneShield Limited (ASX:DRO) Stocks Pounded By 29% But Not Lagging Industry On Growth Or Pricing
Oct 26With A 41% Price Drop For DroneShield Limited (ASX:DRO) You'll Still Get What You Pay For
Aug 02Is There Now An Opportunity In DroneShield Limited (ASX:DRO)?
May 06After Leaping 29% DroneShield Limited (ASX:DRO) Shares Are Not Flying Under The Radar
Apr 06Returns Are Gaining Momentum At DroneShield (ASX:DRO)
Mar 26Investors Appear Satisfied With DroneShield Limited's (ASX:DRO) Prospects As Shares Rocket 26%
Jan 17Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How DroneShield makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 25 | 217 | 4 | 91 | 45 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 162 | 5 | 68 | 39 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 107 | 6 | 46 | 33 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 83 | 2 | 39 | 27 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 58 | -1 | 33 | 22 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 62 | 3 | 32 | 19 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 66 | 7 | 31 | 15 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 60 | 8 | 28 | 13 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 54 | 9 | 25 | 11 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 39 | 5 | 19 | 10 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 25 | 1 | 12 | 8 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 21 | 0 | 10 | 7 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 17 | -1 | 8 | 7 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 12 | -5 | 9 | 7 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 8 | -10 | 10 | 6 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 9 | -8 | 10 | 6 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 11 | -5 | 9 | 6 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 10 | -5 | 8 | 5 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 9 | -5 | 8 | 4 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 7 | -6 | 8 | 4 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 6 | -6 | 8 | 3 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 5 | -6 | 7 | 3 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 5 | -6 | 7 | 3 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 4 | -7 | 7 | 3 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 4 | -8 | 7 | 3 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 3 | -7 | 6 | 3 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 3 | -5 | 6 | 2 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 2 | -6 | 5 | 2 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 1 | -6 | 5 | 2 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 1 | -6 | 5 | 2 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 1 | -6 | 4 | 2 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 0 | -6 | 4 | 2 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 0 | -5 | 4 | 2 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 0 | -5 | 4 | 2 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 0 | -5 | 4 | 1 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 0 | -5 | 4 | 1 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 0 | -5 | 4 | 1 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 0 | -4 | 4 | 1 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 0 | -3 | 3 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 0 | -2 | 2 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: DRO has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: DRO became profitable in the past.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: DRO has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 57% per year.
Accelerating Growth: DRO has become profitable in the last year, making the earnings growth rate difficult to compare to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: DRO has become profitable in the last year, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Aerospace & Defense industry (17.8%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: DRO's Return on Equity (1%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/02 13:49 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
DroneShield Limited is covered by 4 analysts. 3 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Daniel Laing | Bell Potter |
| Baxter Kirk | Bell Potter |
| William Richardson | Jefferies LLC |