Kratos Defense stock hits 52-week high at $61.66

Published 05/08/2025, 14:38
Kratos Defense stock hits 52-week high at $61.66

Kratos Defense (NASDAQ:KTOS) & Security Solutions stock reached a 52-week high, hitting $61.66, marking a significant milestone for the defense and security company. Over the past year, Kratos Defense has experienced remarkable growth, with its stock price surging by 206.78%. This impressive increase reflects the company’s robust performance and investor confidence, with year-to-date returns exceeding 125%. The stock’s climb to a 52-week high underscores Kratos Defense’s strategic advancements and market positioning within the defense sector. As the company continues to expand its operations and innovate in security solutions, analysts maintain a bullish outlook with price targets reaching $78. InvestingPro subscribers can access 16+ additional investment tips and a comprehensive Pro Research Report for deeper insights into KTOS’s valuation and growth potential.

In other recent news, Kratos Defense & Security has seen several updates from analysts regarding its stock price targets. Truist Securities raised its price target for Kratos to $78, maintaining a Buy rating, following an analysis of the company’s opportunities in unmanned systems and hypersonic technologies. Similarly, Citizens JMP increased its price target to $70, citing a significant premium over the peer group mean multiple in the aerospace and defense sector. Stifel also raised its target to $70, maintaining a Buy rating, after Airbus announced a partnership with Kratos to supply a Valkyrie-based drone to the German Air Force.

Cantor Fitzgerald maintained its price target at $60 with an Overweight rating, expressing optimism about Kratos’ growth, particularly with the X-58 drone program. These developments reflect a broad analyst consensus on the potential for Kratos’ technological advancements in the defense sector. The consistent price target increases highlight confidence in Kratos’ strategic partnerships and innovative projects. These recent developments indicate a positive outlook among analysts for Kratos Defense & Security.

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