Safran (SAF) Stock Overview
Engages in the aerospace and defense businesses in France, rest of Europe, the Americas, the Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 4/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | €294.50 |
| 52 Week High | €350.80 |
| 52 Week Low | €251.50 |
| Beta | 0.97 |
| 1 Month Change | 2.86% |
| 3 Month Change | -8.26% |
| 1 Year Change | 10.84% |
| 3 Year Change | 112.64% |
| 5 Year Change | 139.24% |
| Change since IPO | 2,354.17% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 03
SAF: Mixed Execution Risks And Timing Milestones Will Shape Future Outlook
Safran’s analyst price target has been updated from €265.06 to €280.00. This change reflects a mixed set of recent research views in which several firms trimmed targets while others raised them, and analysts adjusted assumptions on revenue growth, margins and future P/E levels.
Narrative Update • May 19
SAF: Dividend Momentum And Electric Aviation Pipeline Will Support Future Repricing
Analysts have trimmed their average price targets for Safran by a few euros, with several recent cuts partly offset by a single €17 increase, and are backing this with slightly adjusted assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Safran has been mixed, but you can see a clear pocket of optimism in the way some bullish analysts are positioning their views on execution, growth and valuation.Narrative Update • May 04
SAF: Dividend Momentum And Electric Aviation Projects Will Support Future Repricing
Safran's analyst fair value estimate has been trimmed by €10 to €400 as analysts factor in slightly higher discount rates and marginally softer growth and margin assumptions, reflected in a mix of recent target cuts and more neutral ratings alongside a few upward revisions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Safran points to a mixed but generally constructive backdrop, with several bullish analysts adjusting price targets upward and initiating coverage with a supportive tone.Narrative Update • Apr 19
SAF: Dividend Growth And Electric Aviation Progress Will Support Future Repricing
Narrative Update on Safran The analyst price target for Safran has been reduced by €6 to €410. Analysts are factoring in recent target revisions and a slightly higher discount rate, alongside updated assumptions on growth, margins and future P/E.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 03
SAF: Mixed Execution Risks And Timing Milestones Will Shape Future Outlook
Safran’s analyst price target has been updated from €265.06 to €280.00. This change reflects a mixed set of recent research views in which several firms trimmed targets while others raised them, and analysts adjusted assumptions on revenue growth, margins and future P/E levels.Narrative Update • May 19
SAF: Dividend Momentum And Electric Aviation Pipeline Will Support Future Repricing
Analysts have trimmed their average price targets for Safran by a few euros, with several recent cuts partly offset by a single €17 increase, and are backing this with slightly adjusted assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Safran has been mixed, but you can see a clear pocket of optimism in the way some bullish analysts are positioning their views on execution, growth and valuation.Narrative Update • May 04
SAF: Dividend Momentum And Electric Aviation Projects Will Support Future Repricing
Safran's analyst fair value estimate has been trimmed by €10 to €400 as analysts factor in slightly higher discount rates and marginally softer growth and margin assumptions, reflected in a mix of recent target cuts and more neutral ratings alongside a few upward revisions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Safran points to a mixed but generally constructive backdrop, with several bullish analysts adjusting price targets upward and initiating coverage with a supportive tone.Narrative Update • Apr 19
SAF: Dividend Growth And Electric Aviation Progress Will Support Future Repricing
Narrative Update on Safran The analyst price target for Safran has been reduced by €6 to €410. Analysts are factoring in recent target revisions and a slightly higher discount rate, alongside updated assumptions on growth, margins and future P/E.Narrative Update • Apr 04
SAF: Dividend Policy And Bullish Coverage Will Support Future Repricing
Analysts have raised Safran's price target to €342 from €275, with additional bullish coverage helping support a modest adjustment to growth and discount rate assumptions, while the intrinsic fair value estimate remains broadly unchanged at €416. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Safran points to a constructive tone, with bullish analysts resetting price targets and formal coverage in a way that aligns with a higher fundamental valuation framework than the current intrinsic estimate of €416 alone might suggest.
Narrative Update • Mar 21
SAF: Revised P/E And Dividend Policy Will Support Future Earnings Resilience
Analysts have raised their price target on Safran to €342, an increase of €67 from €275, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E that feed into a slightly higher fair value estimate of €357.77. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a higher price target of €342, with a fair value estimate of €357.77 sitting slightly above that level.Narrative Update • Mar 07
SAF: Execution On Margins And Dividend Policy Will Drive Earnings Resilience
Analysts have lifted their Safran price target to €356.29 from €328.67, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, profit margins and future P/E, while recent Street research includes a move to €342 from €275 by one covering firm. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the move to a €342 price target as support for a higher valuation range, with updated assumptions pointing to more confidence in Safran's ability to meet existing expectations.Narrative Update • Feb 21
SAF: UK R&T Expansion And Dividend Policy Will Support Future Repricing
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Safran from €382 to €416, citing updated assumptions on margins, growth, and P/E, which align with a recent increase in the Street's price target to €342. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are pointing to recent price target revisions as a sign of growing confidence in Safran's ability to support higher valuation assumptions, especially as estimates for margins, growth, and P/E are refreshed.Analysis Article • Feb 19
Impressive Earnings May Not Tell The Whole Story For Safran (EPA:SAF)
Safran SA's ( EPA:SAF ) stock was strong after they recently reported robust earnings. However, we think that...Analysis Article • Feb 12
Safran (EPA:SAF) Knows How To Allocate Capital Effectively
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Ideally, a business will show two...Narrative Update • Feb 07
SAF: UK R&T Expansion And Decarbonization Focus Will Support Repricing
Analysts have maintained their fair value estimate for Safran at €382.00, citing only minor adjustments to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions, rather than any significant change in their underlying view. What's in the News Safran is setting up Safran Tech UK, its first Research & Technology centre outside France, as part of a plan to broaden its R&T footprint globally (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 24
SAF: UK R&T Expansion And Overweight Rating Will Support Repricing
Analysts lifted their fair value estimate for Safran to €382 from €370, citing updated assumptions on growth, profitability and P/E. They also noted a higher Street price target of €350.Narrative Update • Jan 09
SAF: Elevated Margin Hurdles Will Pressure Outlook Despite UK Expansion
Our analyst price target for Safran has edged slightly lower to €265 from €268, even as Street analysts lift their targets to a range of €350 to €360 on the back of updated guidance and implied EBIT strength. This relies on higher profit margins and a modestly lower future P/E multiple in our model.Analysis Article • Jan 07
At €313, Is It Time To Put Safran SA (EPA:SAF) On Your Watch List?
Safran SA ( EPA:SAF ) saw a double-digit share price rise of over 10% in the past couple of months on the ENXTPA. The...Narrative Update • Dec 16
SAF: Upgraded Outlook And UK Expansion Will Shape Balanced Risk Reward Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target on Safran to approximately EUR 268 from about EUR 232, citing stronger than expected revenue growth, modestly improved profit margins, and a higher justified future earnings multiple supported by recent upward target revisions from major brokerages. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary from major Wall Street firms has reinforced a broadly constructive view on Safran, with upward price target revisions reflecting confidence in sustained earnings growth and cash generation.Narrative Update • Dec 02
SAF: Aftermarket Momentum And Recovery Will Drive Earnings Resilience This Cycle
Safran's analyst price target has increased to EUR 360 from EUR 320, as analysts cite stronger than expected profit generation and resilience within the European aerospace sector. Analyst Commentary Recent street research highlights a generally optimistic stance among major financial institutions, supported by a series of upward price target revisions for Safran.Narrative Update • Nov 18
SAF: Aftermarket Performance Will Support Earnings Resilience Amid Market Uncertainty
Analysts have modestly raised their fair value estimate for Safran to €328.67. They cite improved revenue growth expectations and continued optimism about the company’s aftermarket earnings resilience.Analysis Article • Nov 09
Shareholders Would Enjoy A Repeat Of Safran's (EPA:SAF) Recent Growth In Returns
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Narrative Update • Nov 03
SAF: Aftermarket Momentum And Macro Risks Will Guide Earnings Through 2025
Safran's analyst price target has been revised upward by approximately EUR 7 to EUR 327. Analysts cite increased profit margins, stronger revenue growth, and robust aftermarket trends as supporting factors for the upgrade.Narrative Update • Oct 20
Air Travel And Defense Will Shape Aerospace Markets By 2028
The analyst price target for Safran has been raised from €311.43 to €320.35. Analysts highlight improved strength in the European aerospace market and sustained aftermarket demand, which support positive earnings expectations.Narrative Update • Sep 20
Air Travel And Defense Will Shape Aerospace Markets By 2028
Consensus analyst price targets for Safran have been raised to €311.43, reflecting improved sector outlooks, robust aerospace demand recovery, and ongoing strength in the engine aftermarket, with broad-based institutional confidence supporting expectations for continued earnings growth and capital returns. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight strong demand recovery in the European aerospace market, especially as travel demand outpaces supply.Analysis Article • Sep 08
Is Safran SA (EPA:SAF) Worth €278 Based On Its Intrinsic Value?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Safran fair value estimate is €209 Safran is estimated to be...Narrative Update • Sep 04
Air Travel And Defense Will Shape Aerospace Markets By 2028
Analysts have become increasingly optimistic on Safran due to robust aftermarket demand, improved margin visibility, and strengthened industry fundamentals, resulting in the consensus price target holding steady at €307.62. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite robust aftermarket demand, which is expected to drive stronger-than-anticipated earnings growth through 2030.Analysis Article • Aug 27
Does Safran (EPA:SAF) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist?
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...Analysis Article • Jul 11
Pinning Down Safran SA's (EPA:SAF) P/S Is Difficult Right Now
When close to half the companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry in France have price-to-sales ratios (or "P/S...Analysis Article • Jun 23
We Think Safran (EPA:SAF) Can Manage Its Debt With Ease
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
New Narrative • Feb 23
Upcoming Acquisitions And Technological Advancements Will Improve MRO Capabilities And Support Sustainability
Acquisition of key MRO and flight control activities boosts Safran's capabilities, enhancing future revenue and operating income potential.Shareholder Returns
| SAF | FR Aerospace & Defense | FR Market | |
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| 7D | -0.8% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| 1Y | 10.8% | 4.5% | 1.9% |
Return vs Industry: SAF exceeded the French Aerospace & Defense industry which returned 4.5% over the past year.
Return vs Market: SAF exceeded the French Market which returned 1.9% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| SAF volatility | |
|---|---|
| SAF Average Weekly Movement | 6.7% |
| Aerospace & Defense Industry Average Movement | 6.7% |
| Market Average Movement | 5.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in FR Market | 11.0% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in FR Market | 2.8% |
Stable Share Price: SAF has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the French market.
Volatility Over Time: SAF's weekly volatility (7%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1896 | 103,710 | Olivier Andries | www.safran-group.com |
Safran SA, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the aerospace and defense businesses in France, rest of Europe, the Americas, the Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. The company operates through three segments: Aerospace Propulsion; Aircraft Equipment, Defense and Aerosystems; and Aircraft Interiors. The Aerospace Propulsion segment designs, develops, produces, and markets propulsion and mechanical power transmission systems for commercial aircraft, military transport, training and combat aircraft, civil and military helicopters, and drones; and offers maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, as well as sells spare parts.
Safran SA Fundamentals Summary
| SAF fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | €122.10b |
| Earnings (TTM) | €7.18b |
| Revenue (TTM) | €31.19b |
17.0x
P/E Ratio3.9x
P/S RatioIs SAF overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| SAF income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | €31.19b |
| Cost of Revenue | €16.21b |
| Gross Profit | €14.98b |
| Other Expenses | €7.81b |
| Earnings | €7.18b |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
Jul 28, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 17.31 |
| Gross Margin | 48.04% |
| Net Profit Margin | 23.01% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 29.4% |
How did SAF perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
1.1%
Current Dividend Yield20%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/08 07:05 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Safran SA is covered by 32 analysts. 19 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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| Alvaro del Pozo Maroto | Banco de Sabadell. S.A. |
| Lourdes Dominguez | Banco Santander |
| Milene Kerner | Barclays |