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Leonardo Secures £1b UK Helicopter Deal as Orders Rise and New CEO Takes Helm Leonardo reported Q1 2026 orders up 31% year on year and revenues up 6.9%, while keeping full-year guidance unchanged.
The company completed a government-mandated CEO transition in early May 2026, appointing Lorenzo Mariani as the new chief executive.
The UK Ministry of Defence awarded Leonardo a £1b contract for 23 AW149 helicopters, which secures production at the Yeovil facility.
Order growth outpacing revenue growth, alongside confirmed full-year guidance, indicates that management currently views the existing outlook as consistent with recent trading and the new UK contract pipeline.
The CEO change and large UK helicopter award also highlight how closely Leonardo’s business is tied to government decisions, which can provide sizable contract opportunities but can also mean exposure to shifts in political or budget priorities. Announcement • May 08
Wyser-Pratte Demands Independent Investigation into Leonardo SpA AGM Vote On May 7, 2026, Wyser-Pratte Management Co., Inc. demanded an independent investigation into Leonardo SpA Annual General Meeting vote, stating the shareholder meeting was conducted under restrictive and antidemocratic terms with no opportunity to speak, ask questions, or engage, capped at approximately 60 minutes and conducted through a company-designated proxyholder. In addition, Wyser-Pratte stated that while a Webex link for remote access failed at the exact moment the meeting was called to order, and the government slate prevailed by the narrowest of margins at 50.097% versus 49.481%, raising questions and demanding scrutiny, despite ISS and Glass Lewis recommending a vote against the government slate and in favor of the dissident slate submitted by Assogestioni, as a government controlling just 30.2% of share capital secured a majority, sending the wrong signal to global investors, as rules are bent, meetings are closed, shareholders are silenced, and votes are certified under conditions that invite no scrutiny, even as Leonardo reports strong performance including €23.8 billion orders, €19.5 billion revenues, and 91.75% total shareholder return. Reported Earnings • May 06
First quarter 2026 earnings released First quarter 2026 results: EPS: €0.28. Revenue: €4.45b (up 6.9% from 1Q 2025). Net income: €162.0m (down 57% from 1Q 2025). Profit margin: 3.6% (down from 9.1% in 1Q 2025). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 9.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the Aerospace & Defense industry in Europe. Announcement • Apr 25
Wyser-Pratte Management Urges Leonardo Shareholders to Vote No on CEO Cingolani's Replace Proposal On April 24, 2026, Wyser-Pratte Management Co., Inc., announced its alarm and disappointment regarding the Italian government's the Ministry of Economy and Finance recent interference in Leonardo S.p.A.'s management, specifically the replacement of CEO Roberto Cingolani. In addition, Wyser-Pratte, together with other minority shareholders, urged all Company shareholders to vote no on proposal, the ousting of CEO Roberto Cingolani, at the annual general meeting on May 7, 2026, citing that the government's actions undermine confidence in the Company's governance and put at risk the significant value created under Cingolani's leadership. Further, Wyser-Pratte Management highlighted that since Cingolani's appointment, Company's share price rose by more than 430%, headcount increased by nearly 9,200, and earnings and revenue compounded annually at approximately 10%, with meaningful acceleration in free cash flow and reduced Net Debt/EBITDA ratio. Furthermore, Wyser-Pratte warned that further government interference could damage shareholder value and stated its intention to pursue all available legal remedies, including litigation, to protect the rights of the company's owners if necessary. Announcement • Mar 30
Leonardo S.p.a., Annual General Meeting, May 07, 2026 Leonardo S.p.a., Annual General Meeting, May 07, 2026, at 10:30 W. Europe Standard Time. Location: piazza monte grappa 4, roma Italy Declared Dividend • Mar 19
Dividend increased to €0.63 Dividend of €0.63 is 21% higher than last year. Ex-date: 22nd June 2026 Payment date: 24th June 2026 Dividend yield will be 1.0%, which is lower than the industry average of 1.6%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is covered by both earnings (30% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (50% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 18% per year over the past 9 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. EPS is expected to grow by 50% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Board Change • Mar 19
High number of new directors There are 9 new directors who have joined the board in the last 3 years. Independent Director Marcello Sala was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2023. The company’s lack of board continuity is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Mar 19
Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) completed the acquisition of ASTRA Veicoli Industriali S.p.A and Iveco Defence Vehicles S.p.A. from Iveco Group N.V. (BIT:IVG) for €1.6 billion. Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) agreed to acquire ASTRA Veicoli Industriali S.p.A and Iveco Defence Vehicles S.p.A. from Iveco Group N.V. (BIT:IVG) for an enterprise value at €1.7 billion on July 30, 2025. On completion, Iveco Group intends to distribute the net proceeds of the transaction, subject to closing adjustments, to shareholders via an extraordinary dividend. The transaction will be financed through available cash resources.
For the period ending December 31, 2024, ASTRA Veicoli Industriali S.p.A/Iveco Defence Vehicles S.p.A. reported total revenue of €1.13 billion and EBIT of €108 million.
The closing of the transaction is expected in the first quarter of 2026, subject to anti-trust approval, regulatory approvals and carve-out completion. On completion, Iveco Group intends to distribute the net proceeds of the transaction, subject to closing adjustments, to shareholders via an extraordinary dividend. As of March 17, 2026, all conditions for closing sale of its defense business have been met. The transaction, which is expected to be finalized in the coming days, is a condition, inter alia, for the completion of the voluntary tender offer by Tata Motors Limited for all issued common shares of Iveco Group (after the separation of its Defence Business), as announced on July 30, 2025.
Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE, Italian Branch acted as financial advisor for Iveco Group N.V. Freshfields LLP acted as legal advisor for Iveco Group N.V. Morgan Stanley & Co. International plc acted as financial advisor for Leonardo S.p.a. Bonelli Erede Pappalardo Studio Legale acted as legal advisor for Leonardo S.p.a.
Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) completed the acquisition of ASTRA Veicoli Industriali S.p.A and Iveco Defence Vehicles S.p.A. from Iveco Group N.V. (BIT:IVG) for €1.6 billion on March 18, 2026. According to plan, the net proceeds of the sale will be distributed to the Company’s shareholders through an extraordinary interim dividend. Based on the sale price, the expected closing adjustments and the separation costs borne for the carve out of the Defence Business, such extraordinary dividend (initially assumed at €5.5-6.0 per share) is presently estimated to end at €5.7-5.8 per issued and outstanding common share. In due course, the exact amount to be distributed will be determined by the Board of Directors. It is currently anticipated that payment will take place in April, with ex-dividend date on 20th April as per the Italian Stock Exchange calendar. Announcement • Mar 18
Leonardo S.p.a. announces Annual dividend, payable on June 24, 2026 Leonardo S.p.a. announced Annual dividend of EUR 0.6300 per share payable on June 24, 2026, ex-date on June 22, 2026 and record date on June 23, 2026. Price Target Changed • Mar 16
Price target increased by 7.2% to €66.14 Up from €61.68, the current price target is an average from 18 analysts. New target price is approximately in line with last closing price of €63.80. Stock is up 37% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of €2.19 for next year compared to €2.12 last year. Reported Earnings • Mar 15
Full year 2025 earnings: EPS and revenues exceed analyst expectations Full year 2025 results: EPS: €2.12 (up from €1.86 in FY 2024). Revenue: €19.5b (up 9.8% from FY 2024). Net income: €1.22b (up 14% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 6.3% (up from 6.0% in FY 2024). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 1.3%. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates by 7.7%. Revenue is forecast to grow 8.0% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the Aerospace & Defense industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 14% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 83% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jan 07
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 17% After last week's 17% share price gain to €57.36, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 27x. Average forward P/E is 26x in the Aerospace & Defense industry in Europe. Total returns to shareholders of 639% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €36.54 per share. New Risk • Jan 05
New minor risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of Italian stocks, typically moving 5.4% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. This is currently the only risk that has been identified for the company. Major Estimate Revision • Nov 14
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 11% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 EPS estimate fell from €2.17 to €1.93 per share. Revenue forecast steady at €19.1b. Net income forecast to grow 19% next year vs 36% growth forecast for Aerospace & Defense industry in Italy. Consensus price target broadly unchanged at €55.19. Share price was steady at €50.46 over the past week. Reported Earnings • Nov 07
Third quarter 2025 earnings: Revenues exceed analyst expectations Third quarter 2025 results: Revenue: €4.53b (up 11% from 3Q 2024). Net income: €193.0m (up 10% from 3Q 2024). Profit margin: 4.3% (in line with 3Q 2024). Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 4.6%. Revenue is forecast to grow 7.9% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the Aerospace & Defense industry in Europe. Announcement • Oct 23
Airbus, Thales and Leonardo Reportedly Near Deal on Merger of European Space Businesses Airbus SE (ENXTPA:AIR), Thales S.A. (ENXTPA:HO) and Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) are nearing an agreement on the merger of their space businesses, the Financial Times reported on October 21, 2025. Under the deal, Airbus will own 35%, with the other two holding 32.5% each, the report added, citing people familiar with the matter. Airbus is expected to receive a payment from its new partners as compensation for limiting its stake to 35% despite its unit accounting for roughly half of the total turnover, the FT reported. Reuters could not immediately verify the report. Airbus, Thales and Leonardo did not immediately respond to Reuters' requests for comment. Reuters reported in September that the three European airspace groups had redoubled efforts to combine their satellite businesses into a EUR 10 billion ($11.66 billion) French-headquartered joint venture, dubbed "Project Bromo". The board of Italy's Leonardo held a crucial meeting on October 21, 2025 to review a tentative deal to forge a new European satellite manufacturer with its existing partner Thales and rival Airbus, Reuters reported earlier in the day. A potential deal could mark the latest attempt to tie together fragmented European assets and draw inspiration from a decision by France, Italy and Britain to set up the MBDA missiles venture in 2001. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Oct 20
Now 22% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 3.9% to €50.18. The fair value is estimated to be €40.98, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 9.3% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 14%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 7.6% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 15% per annum over the same time period. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Aug 20
Now 21% overvalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 12% to €44.86. The fair value is estimated to be €37.05, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 9.3% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 14%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 7.7% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 13% per annum over the same time period. New Risk • Aug 07
New minor risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of Italian stocks, typically moving 5.5% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. This is currently the only risk that has been identified for the company. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Aug 04
Now 21% overvalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 1.3% to €47.33. The fair value is estimated to be €39.27, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 9.3% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 14%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 7.7% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 13% per annum over the same time period. Reported Earnings • Aug 01
Second quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: €0.21 (vs €0.14 in 2Q 2024) Second quarter 2025 results: EPS: €0.21 (up from €0.14 in 2Q 2024). Revenue: €4.76b (up 10% from 2Q 2024). Net income: €124.0m (up 57% from 2Q 2024). Profit margin: 2.6% (up from 1.8% in 2Q 2024). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 7.3% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the Aerospace & Defense industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 14% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 72% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Jul 31
Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) signed definitive agreement to acquire Iveco Defence Vehicles S.p.A. from Iveco Group N.V. (BIT:IVG). Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) signed definitive agreement to acquire Iveco Defence Vehicles S.p.A. from Iveco Group N.V. (BIT:IVG) on July 30, 2025.
For the period ending December 31, 2024, Iveco Defence Vehicles S.p.A. reported total revenue of €1.13 billion and EBIT of €108 million.
The transaction is subject to approval by regulatory board / committee. The expected completion of the transaction is March 31, 2026.
Freshfields LLP acted as legal advisor for Iveco Group N.V. Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE, Italian Branch acted as financial advisor for Iveco Group N.V. Morgan Stanley & Co. International plc acted as financial advisor for Leonardo S.p.a. Bonelli Erede Pappalardo Studio Legale acted as legal advisor for Leonardo S.p.a. Announcement • Jul 09
Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) agreed to acquire Axiomatics AB. Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) agreed to acquire Axiomatics AB on July 9, 2025. Finalisation of the acquisition transaction of a 100% share in Axiomatics AB is subject to: (i) confirmation in accordance with several authorities, also including Swedish authorities, concerning direct investment by foreign entities in companies operating in the defence sector (FDI), as well as (ii) the other conditions typically applied to investments of this nature.
PwC acted as accountant for Leonardo S.p.a. Upcoming Dividend • Jun 16
Upcoming dividend of €0.52 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 23 June 2025. Payment date: 25 June 2025. Payout ratio is a comfortable 28% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.1%. Lower than top quartile of Italian dividend payers (5.5%). In line with average of industry peers (1.2%). Announcement • May 28
Leonardo S.P.A. Approves Dividend for the Year 2024, Payable from June 25, 2025 The Ordinary Shareholders' Meeting of Leonardo S.p.a. approved the proposal of distribution of a dividend of EUR 0.52 per share, based on the 2024 fiscal year's profits, before any applicable statutory withholding taxes. The dividend will be paid starting from June 25, 2025, with the 'ex-dividend' date (coupon no. 15) on June 23, 2025, and the 'record date' (the date for determining eligibility to receive the dividend, according to article 83-terdecies of the TUF) on June 24, 2025. This applies to each ordinary share outstanding on the ex-dividend date, excluding treasury shares held at that time, except for those that will be effectively allocated under current incentive plans in the ongoing fiscal year. Price Target Changed • May 12
Price target increased by 12% to €52.01 Up from €46.36, the current price target is an average from 15 analysts. New target price is 15% above last closing price of €45.34. Stock is up 106% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of €1.79 for next year compared to €1.86 last year. Reported Earnings • May 10
First quarter 2025 earnings: Revenues exceed analyst expectations First quarter 2025 results: Revenue: €3.66b (flat on 1Q 2024). Net income: €447.0m (flat on 1Q 2024). Profit margin: 12% (in line with 1Q 2024). Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 5.7%. Revenue is forecast to grow 7.4% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the Aerospace & Defense industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 70% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Apr 30
Now 20% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 55% to €45.80. The fair value is estimated to be €38.15, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 7.1% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 17%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 6.1% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 10% per annum over the same time period. Announcement • Apr 28
Iveco Group's Defense Unit Reportedly Attracts US Buyout Firms Bain Capital , KPS Capital Bain Capital, LP and KPS Capital (KPS Capital Partners, LP) are interested in Iveco Group N.V. (BIT:IVG)’s defense unit, according to people familiar with the matter, as the Italian truckmaker looks to seize on the rising demand for military assets. The two US buyout firms have been considering bids for the business that makes armored and tactical vehicles, said the people, who asked not to be identified as the information is private. Deliberations are ongoing and they could decide against pursuing any deal, the people said. Shares in Iveco extended their gains and rose as much as 4.8% on April 25, 2025 following the Bloomberg News report. The private equity firms have previously invested in aerospace and defense. The company announced in February that it was considering separating its defense unit through a spinoff. Iveco is seeking as much as €1.5 billion for the business, which includes the IDV brand, Bloomberg News reported in March. Any potential suitors could face an uphill battle to acquire the business. Rome-based defense company Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) is considered the likeliest buyer, because the Italian government could prefer to keep the operations in local hands and the two companies already have supply agreements, according to people familiar with the matter. Leonardo — whose biggest shareholder is the Italian government - has been holding on-and-off talks with Iveco to buy the unit since last year, but so far the parties have been unable to agree on a price, people familiar with the matter said last month. Leonardo could make a bid with its joint venture partner Rheinmetall AG (XTRA:RHM), the people said at the time. KNDS NV (KMW+Nexter Defense Systems N.V.) and Czechoslovak Group (CZECHOSLOVAK GROUP a.s.) are also among companies with possible interest in the Iveco business, the people said. Indra Sistemas, S.A. (BME:IDR), the state-backed Spanish defense and technology company that has said it’s looking to expand its military-related business, considered a potential bid but decided against it for now, the people said. Iveco could opt to list the business if it doesn’t get high enough bids, the people said. Representatives for Bain, KPS, Czechoslovak Group and Indra declined to comment. A representative for Iveco also declined to comment, adding that the board will provide an update in due course following all necessary internal and regulatory approvals. A spokesperson for KNDS didn’t immediately respond to queries. New Risk • Apr 15
New major risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been highly volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 90% of Italian stocks, typically moving 8.2% a week. This is considered a major risk. Share price volatility increases the risk of potential losses in the short-term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. It may also indicate the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. This is currently the only risk that has been identified for the company. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Apr 15
Now 20% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 67% to €46.50. The fair value is estimated to be €38.72, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 7.1% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 17%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 6.1% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 10% per annum over the same time period. Announcement • Apr 14
Leonardo S.p.a., Annual General Meeting, May 26, 2025 Leonardo S.p.a., Annual General Meeting, May 26, 2025, at 10:30 W. Europe Standard Time. Declared Dividend • Mar 16
Dividend increased to €0.52 Dividend of €0.52 is 86% higher than last year. Ex-date: 23rd June 2025 Payment date: 25th June 2025 Dividend yield will be 1.1%, which is lower than the industry average of 1.6%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (28% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (46% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 18% per year over the past 8 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. EPS is expected to grow by 35% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Announcement • Mar 14
Leonardo S.p.a. announces Annual dividend, payable on June 25, 2025 Leonardo S.p.a. announced Annual dividend of EUR 0.5200 per share payable on June 25, 2025, ex-date on June 23, 2025 and record date on June 24, 2025. Reported Earnings • Mar 12
Full year 2024 earnings: EPS and revenues exceed analyst expectations Full year 2024 results: EPS: €1.86 (up from €1.14 in FY 2023). Revenue: €18.5b (up 21% from FY 2023). Net income: €1.07b (up 63% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 5.8% (up from 4.3% in FY 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 2.3%. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates by 12%. Revenue is forecast to grow 4.9% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the Aerospace & Defense industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 17% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 71% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Mar 04
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 18% After last week's 18% share price gain to €43.50, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 26x. Average forward P/E is 23x in the Aerospace & Defense industry in Europe. Total returns to shareholders of 464% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €34.00 per share. New Risk • Mar 03
New minor risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of Italian stocks, typically moving 4.3% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. This is currently the only risk that has been identified for the company. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Mar 03
Now 38% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 71% to €44.78. The fair value is estimated to be €32.51, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 5.9% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 16%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 6.1% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 8.5% per annum over the same time period. Price Target Changed • Feb 21
Price target increased by 7.6% to €33.49 Up from €31.12, the current price target is an average from 15 analysts. New target price is approximately in line with last closing price of €35.15. Stock is up 85% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of €1.66 for next year compared to €1.14 last year. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Feb 17
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 17% After last week's 17% share price gain to €34.26, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 21x. Average forward P/E is 20x in the Aerospace & Defense industry in Europe. Total returns to shareholders of 456% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €31.39 per share. Price Target Changed • Jan 16
Price target increased by 8.5% to €29.77 Up from €27.43, the current price target is an average from 15 analysts. New target price is approximately in line with last closing price of €28.37. Stock is up 68% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of €1.57 for next year compared to €1.14 last year. Announcement • Jan 15
Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) completed the acquisition of Underwater Armaments Systems business line from Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) for €400 million. Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) agreed to acquire Underwater Armaments Systems business line from Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) in a transaction valued at €420 million on May 9, 2024. The value of the acquisition is equal to €300 million as fixed Enterprise Value, subject to usual price adjustment mechanisms, in addition to a maximum of €115 million as a variable component based on certain growth assumptions linked to the performance of the UAS business line in 2024, for a total maximum Enterprise Value of €415 million. To finance the acquisition, the Company has proposed the power to resolve upon a capital increase, in one or more events, divisible and with payment, for a maximum amount of €400 million. Rothschild S.p.A., acted as a financial advisor, Studio Legale Cappelli RCCD acted as a legal advisor to Leonardo S.p.a. Deutsche Bank AG, Milan acted as a financial advisor, and Deloitte Italy S.p.A provided due diligence services to Fincantieri. UBS supported Leonardo's Control and Risks Committee in evaluating the transaction, providing a fairness opinion on the economic terms of the transaction. BofA Securities is currently acting as sole Financial Advisor to CDP Equity S.p.A. in relation to their underwriting commitment in the context of Ficantieri SpA €400m capital increase targeted at its acquisition of Leonardo SpA's Underwater Armaments Systems. Lazard S.r.l. acted as financial advisor to Fincantieri S.p.A.
Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) completed the acquisition of Underwater Armaments Systems business line from Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) on January 14, 2025. Leonardo received €287 million and variable component, up to a maximum of €115 million, along with standard price adjustments, will be determined following the approval of UAS's final 2024 financial results. Announcement • Jan 08
Leonardo S.p.a. to Report Fiscal Year 2024 Final Results on Mar 11, 2025 Leonardo S.p.a. announced that they will report fiscal year 2024 final results at 5:25 PM, Central European Standard Time on Mar 11, 2025 Reported Earnings • Nov 08
Third quarter 2024 earnings: EPS and revenues exceed analyst expectations Third quarter 2024 results: EPS: €0.27 (up from €0.14 in 3Q 2023). Revenue: €4.09b (up 21% from 3Q 2023). Net income: €153.0m (up 87% from 3Q 2023). Profit margin: 3.7% (up from 2.4% in 3Q 2023). Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 8.8%. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates. Revenue is forecast to grow 4.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the Aerospace & Defense industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 56% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Sep 24
Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) acquired an additional 35% stake in GEM elettronica srl for €16 million. Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) acquired an additional 35% stake in GEM elettronica srl for €16 million on September 23, 2024. Following the closing, Leonardo holds 65% and the control of GEM elettronica.
For the period ending December 31, 2023, GEM elettronica reported total revenue of €30 million.
Leonardo S.p.a. (BIT:LDO) completed the acquisition of an additional 35% stake in GEM elettronica srl on September 23, 2024 Major Estimate Revision • Aug 06
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 11% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2024 has been updated. 2024 EPS estimate increased from €1.34 to €1.49. Revenue forecast steady at €16.8b. Net income forecast to shrink 8.6% next year vs 29% growth forecast for Aerospace & Defense industry in Italy . Consensus price target broadly unchanged at €25.09. Share price fell 8.1% to €20.80 over the past week. Reported Earnings • Aug 01
Second quarter 2024 earnings: Revenues exceed analysts expectations while EPS lags behind Second quarter 2024 results: EPS: €0.77 (up from €0.28 in 2Q 2023). Revenue: €4.32b (up 12% from 2Q 2023). Net income: €445.0m (up 178% from 2Q 2023). Profit margin: 10% (up from 4.1% in 2Q 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 2.0%. Earnings per share (EPS) missed analyst estimates by 51%. Revenue is forecast to grow 5.3% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.9% growth forecast for the Aerospace & Defense industry in Italy. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 17% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 48% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Jun 17
Upcoming dividend of €0.28 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 24 June 2024. Payment date: 26 June 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 23% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.3%. Lower than top quartile of Italian dividend payers (5.7%). In line with average of industry peers (1.4%). Reported Earnings • May 08
First quarter 2024 earnings released First quarter 2024 results: EPS: €0.78. Revenue: €3.66b (up 21% from 1Q 2023). Net income: €81.0m (up 125% from 1Q 2023). Profit margin: 2.2% (up from 1.2% in 1Q 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 5.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.8% growth forecast for the Aerospace & Defense industry in Italy. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 24% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 46% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Price Target Changed • Apr 29
Price target increased by 7.9% to €23.10 Up from €21.40, the current price target is an average from 15 analysts. New target price is approximately in line with last closing price of €22.09. Stock is up 104% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of €1.41 for next year compared to €1.14 last year. Announcement • Apr 05
Leonardo S.p.a., Annual General Meeting, May 17, 2024 Leonardo S.p.a., Annual General Meeting, May 17, 2024. 
