Leonardo DRS, Inc.

NasdaqGS:DRS Stock Report

Market Cap: US$10.6b

Leonardo DRS Future Growth

Future criteria checks 1/6

Leonardo DRS is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 14.7% and 6% per annum respectively. EPS is expected to grow by 11.6% per annum. Return on equity is forecast to be 12.6% in 3 years.

Key information

14.7%

Earnings growth rate

11.62%

EPS growth rate

Aerospace & Defense earnings growth18.2%
Revenue growth rate6.0%
Future return on equity12.59%
Analyst coverage

Good

Last updated18 Apr 2026

Recent future growth updates

Recent updates

DRS: Naval Propulsion And 2026 Outlook Will Drive Upside Potential

Analysts have nudged the average price target on Leonardo DRS higher to $47, with recent increases across the Street citing solid Q4 revenue and earnings, a constructive 2026 outlook, expanding naval propulsion opportunities, progress on Germanium supply, and an $8.73b backlog supported by $1.1b in new contract awards. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Leonardo DRS has centered on how current valuation lines up with execution on its growth plans, including naval propulsion, Germanium supply, and converting backlog into revenue and cash flow.

DRS: 2026 Demand, Naval Propulsion And Backlog Will Shape Measured Opportunity

Analysts have raised their average price target for Leonardo DRS by $7 to $47, citing recent revenue and earnings outperformance, expanding naval propulsion opportunities, progress on Germanium supply, solid free cash flow guidance, and a backlog supported by $1.1 billion in new contract awards. Analyst Commentary Recent research coverage on Leonardo DRS has centered on stronger than expected quarterly results, updated outlooks, and a series of higher price targets from major firms.

Leonardo DRS: Strong Demand Meets Supply-Side Constraints

Apr 09

DRS: 2026 Defense Demand And Backlog Support Measured Smid Cap Defense Opportunity

Analysts have lifted their price targets on Leonardo DRS to a range of roughly $47 to $59, citing stronger interest in small and mid cap defense names, encouraging progress on Germanium supply, solid free cash flow guidance, expanding naval propulsion opportunities, a robust $8.73b backlog supported by $1.1b in new awards, and a solid outlook through 2026. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Leonardo DRS has centered on higher price targets supported by themes such as sustained interest in small and mid cap defense names, efforts to secure Germanium supply, solid free cash flow guidance, and expanding naval propulsion opportunities tied to potential new battleships.

DRS: Naval Propulsion And Backlog Strength Will Support Future Upside

Narrative Update: Leonardo DRS Analyst Price Target Move The updated analyst framework raises the fair value estimate for Leonardo DRS by about $2.80 to $50.90. This reflects higher modeled revenue growth, profit margins, and an outlook that aligns with recent price target increases on the Street to a range of roughly $47 to $59, as analysts cite contract wins, backlog stability, naval propulsion opportunities, and Germanium supply efforts.

DRS: 2026 Defense Demand And Backlog Support Balanced Risk Reward Profile

Narrative Update on Leonardo DRS The analyst price target for Leonardo DRS has moved from $40 to $47. Analysts link the change to strong interest in smaller defense names, company efforts around Germanium supply, solid free cash flow guidance, expanding naval propulsion opportunities, a robust $8.73b backlog supported by $1.1b of new awards, and an updated outlook through 2026.

DRS: 2026 Defense Demand And Partnerships Will Support Balanced Risk Profile

Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their price target on Leonardo DRS to $54 from $47, citing expectations for solid sector demand in 2026. This outlook is supported by rising aircraft production, sustained aftermarket activity, and ongoing defense recapitalization and replenishment needs.

DRS: Rising Aircraft Production And Defense Replenishment Needs Will Support Future Upside

Narrative Update The analyst price target for Leonardo DRS has been raised by analysts from US$47 to US$54. The modest uptick in fair value assumptions to US$48.10 is supported by views that rising aircraft production, sustained aftermarket demand, and ongoing defense recapitalization and replenishment needs can justify using a slightly higher future P/E and marginally stronger revenue growth and profit margin inputs.

DRS: Future Aircraft And Defense Demand Will Support Margin Upside

Narrative Update Overview The analyst price target for Leonardo DRS has moved from about $50 to roughly $55, with analysts citing stronger expected revenue growth, a higher future P/E assumption, and continued sector support from aircraft production, aftermarket demand, and sustained defense spending as key factors behind the change. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are leaning into a more constructive view on Leonardo DRS, reflecting a reset in expectations that lines up with stronger anticipated revenue trends and a willingness to underwrite a higher future P/E.

DRS: Future Defense Partnerships And Capital Returns Will Support Balanced Outlook

Narrative Update Analysts have reduced their price target on Leonardo DRS from US$43.00 to US$40.00, citing updated modeling that combines slightly adjusted revenue growth assumptions with a higher discount rate, a modestly higher profit margin outlook, and a lower future P/E multiple. What's in the News Signed a Memorandum of Intent with Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Defense to explore opportunities across ground combat vehicles and dismounted forces, aligned with the country's Vision 2030 defense modernization roadmap, including battle management systems, C6ISR solutions, rugged vehicle computing, and in-country integration services.

DRS: Future Defense Contracts Will Drive Stronger Margins And Upside Potential

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Leonardo DRS by 1.96 percent, from 51.00 dollars to 50.00 dollars. This reflects slightly more conservative assumptions on the discount rate and revenue growth, partially offset by improved profit margin expectations and a lower projected future P/E multiple.

DRS: Expanding Defense Contracts And Upcoming Leadership Change Will Drive Future Gains

Leonardo DRS's analyst price target remains unchanged at $47.30. Analysts cite only minimal adjustments to discount rates and forward assumptions, which do not materially impact the company's valuation outlook.

DRS: New Leadership and Defense Platform Development Will Drive Future Upside

Narrative Update on Leonardo DRS Analysts have slightly reduced their price target for Leonardo DRS from $48.00 to $47.30, reflecting modest adjustments in financial outlook and profitability expectations. What's in the News Leonardo DRS and Hofmann Engineering have agreed to form a strategic partnership focused on advancing electric and hybrid naval propulsion systems and strengthening the AUKUS alliance through supply chain collaboration (Client Announcements).

DRS Will Benefit From Executive Transition And Share Buybacks Through 2025

Narrative Update on Leonardo DRS Analyst Price Target Analysts have reduced their price target for Leonardo DRS from $49.00 to $48.00. This change is attributed to updates in revenue growth and profit margin expectations, along with a slightly higher discount rate.

Leonardo DRS Is A Buy After Sell Off

Feb 24

Leonardo DRS: Expect Its Fast, Profitable Growth To Continue

Nov 07
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Innovative Tech And Critical Partnerships Prime For Unprecedented Aerospace & Defense Growth

Leonardo DRS's emphasis on advanced technologies and sectors indicates strong revenue growth opportunities through market share capture in high-demand areas.

Leonardo DRS: Fundamental Economics Fully Captured At Starting Multiples

Aug 06

Leonardo DRS Has Upside Potential

May 16

Leonardo DRS: Thesis Intact, Maintain Neutral

Mar 07

Leonardo DRS: Strong Business As Always, But High Valuation

Jan 26

Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts

NasdaqGS:DRS - Analysts future estimates and past financials data (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsFree Cash FlowCash from OpAvg. No. Analysts
12/31/20284,348511393N/A4
12/31/20274,1613933404509
12/31/20263,90634527346710
12/31/20253,648278227366N/A
9/30/20253,569265265384N/A
6/30/20253,421250235336N/A
3/31/20253,345234291398N/A
12/31/20243,234213186271N/A
9/30/20243,179198269343N/A
6/30/20243,070188243320N/A
3/31/20242,945185219274N/A
12/31/20232,826168145205N/A
9/30/20232,720159-103-31N/A
6/30/20232,651391-141-71N/A
3/31/20232,650381-113-46N/A
12/31/20222,693405-3233N/A
9/30/20222,693398-1043N/A
6/30/20222,77915468121N/A
3/31/20222,810161112172N/A
12/31/20212,879154118178N/A
9/30/20212,885143183244N/A
6/30/20212,884123114167N/A
3/31/20212,876104116172N/A
12/31/20202,7788569125N/A
12/31/20192,71475102157N/A
12/31/20182,333-10N/A105N/A

Analyst Future Growth Forecasts

Earnings vs Savings Rate: DRS's forecast earnings growth (14.7% per year) is above the savings rate (3.4%).

Earnings vs Market: DRS's earnings (14.7% per year) are forecast to grow slower than the US market (16% per year).

High Growth Earnings: DRS's earnings are forecast to grow, but not significantly.

Revenue vs Market: DRS's revenue (6% per year) is forecast to grow slower than the US market (11.2% per year).

High Growth Revenue: DRS's revenue (6% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.

Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts

Future Return on Equity

Future ROE: DRS's Return on Equity is forecast to be low in 3 years time (12.6%).

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/04 05:04
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/04 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Sources

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is covered by 12 analysts. 10 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Peter ArmentBaird
Ronald EpsteinBofA Global Research
Andre MadridBTIG