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On Thursday, Jefferies analyst Sheila Kahyaoglu increased the price target on Science Applications International Corporation (NASDAQ:SAIC) shares to $130 from $120, while maintaining a Hold rating on the stock. According to InvestingPro data, the stock appears undervalued at current levels, with analyst targets ranging from $94 to $155. The adjustment comes ahead of the company’s expected fiscal first quarter 2026 earnings report, which is scheduled for June 9.
Kahyaoglu anticipates Science Applications will post adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.02, which falls short of the consensus estimate of $2.15, with revenue projections remaining flat compared to the consensus estimate of a 1% increase. The company generated $7.48 billion in revenue over the last twelve months, with InvestingPro analysis showing a 3% revenue growth forecast for fiscal 2026. The first half revenue guidance is projected to be reaffirmed at $7.6 to $7.75 billion, marking a 2-4% increase, with minimal impact from the Dogecoin (DOGE) cryptocurrency to date.
The analyst noted that while there has been limited impact from Dogecoin, some slowdown in near-term procurement cycles may put pressure on the expected 4 percentage points of on-contract growth. Despite these challenges, Kahyaoglu believes that the current valuation of Science Applications, which is at a greater than 60% discount to peers’ free cash flow yield, already reflects these risks. This is in contrast to a 3 percentage point revenue gap with peers.
Science Applications International Corporation provides scientific, engineering, and technology applications to the United States government, with a focus on federal defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets. The company has maintained dividend payments for 13 consecutive years and management has been actively buying back shares, according to InvestingPro analysis, which offers 8 additional key insights about the company’s financial health and prospects. The company’s upcoming earnings report will provide further insight into its financial performance and the accuracy of revenue and EPS projections.
In other recent news, Science Applications International Corp (SAIC) reported impressive fourth-quarter earnings for fiscal year 2025, surpassing analyst expectations with an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.57 against a forecast of $2.08. The company’s revenue reached $1.84 billion, exceeding the anticipated $1.81 billion, marking a 6% year-over-year increase. Additionally, UBS raised its price target for SAIC to $126 from $123, maintaining a neutral rating, while Cantor Fitzgerald reaffirmed its neutral stance with a $120 price target. UBS noted that while the Government IT sector still faces risks, there are signs of stabilization. SAIC has communicated a cautiously optimistic outlook, suggesting an improving customer environment. Despite potential challenges in government budgets and contract transitions, SAIC’s strategic focus on innovation and technology integration continues to position it favorably in the market. The company anticipates achieving a 1.2X book-to-bill ratio in early fiscal year 2026, which could support mid-single-digit organic growth in fiscal year 2027.
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