Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS) Stock Forecast & Price Prediction 2025, 2030, 2040, and 2050
Track Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS) stock performance with short-term forecasts for 2025 and long-term KTOS price prediction till 2050. Review historical trends, get analyst Buy/Sell/Hold ratings, and stay updated with the latest Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. headlines.
1 Month Prediction
$44.65 [36.30%]
3 Month Prediction
$45.35 [38.43%]
6 Month Prediction
$51.49 [57.17%]
1 Year Prediction
$56.74 [73.21%]
3 Year Prediction
$84.68 [158.49%]
5 Year Prediction
$112.62 [243.78%]
About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., headquartered in San Diego, California, is a technology company that provides mission-critical products, services, and solutions for defense and national security.
The company started as Wireless Facilities Incorporated (WFI) in 1994 but, when the company shifted its focus to government contracts, particularly with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), then it rebranded itself as Kratos in 2007.
The company operates in two main segments - Kratos Government Solutions & Unmanned Systems. Its main products are unmanned aerial systems, space and satellite communications, cybersecurity solutions, microwave electronics, and training systems.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS) Historical Performance
IPO Date
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) went public on 05 November, 1999.
Change
Since inception, KTOS has decreased by 92.49%. In the last 5 years, KTOS has risen from $16.26 to $32.76, a massive 101.48% increase since 2020.
Historical Highs and Lows
In the past 5 years, the stock reached a high of $32.76 and a low of $9.52.
52 Week Range
$16.71
$33.09
The current price $32.76 is near the 52-week high, which means that the stock is overbought.
KTOS Stock Price History
Based on KTOS stock's historical price data, this table shows how the stock has performed in the last 6 years. Since 2019, the KTOS stock has risen from $13.84 - $27.43 to $32.76 - $32.76, which is up 70.13%. Currently, the stock follows upward trend.
Here, we have calculated stock range of KTOS, indicating the highs and lows for each year, the average price based on the daily closing prices each year, and the change% from the average price.
| Year | Stock Price | Avg Price | Change% | Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $13.84 - $27.43 | $18.5 | -3.92 | 1 Year Change |
| 2021 | $19.4 - $28.49 | $24.69 | 28.22 | 2 Year Change |
| 2022 | $9.52 - $20.92 | $14.14 | -26.57 | 3 Year Change |
| 2023 | $11.45 - $20.29 | $15.05 | -21.84 | 4 Year Change |
| 2024 | $16.93 - $27.09 | $21.51 | 11.71 | 5 Year Change |
| 2025 | $32.76 - $32.76 | $32.76 | 70.13 | 6 Year Change |
KTOS Price Performance
6-Month Performance
KTOS stock jumped by 42.81% in the last six months.
1-Year Performance
The stock has trended upwards by 79.61% in the past year.
3-Year Performance
In the last 3 years, the stock has soared by 56.60%.
5-Year Performance
In the last 5 years, the stock has gone up by 101.48%.
According to Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.'s historical data, below graph gives us the exact picture of how the KTOS stock has performed year-over-year. Here, Each bar on the graph represents a particular year that illustrates how the stock's price changed from one year to the next.
YoY Performance
In the last five years, the stock has shown positive growth in 3 years and a decline in 2 years.
2020
52.30% ↑
2021
29.27% ↓
2022
46.80% ↓
2023
96.61% ↑
2024
30.01% ↑
NOTE: Green bars indicate that the stock has risen compared to the previous year, while red bars show that the stock has fallen.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS) Financials & Stock Analysis
Total Revenue
Quarterly Revenue: $275.90 M (Q3)
Revenue for Q3 ending 30th September, 2024 decreased 8.06% compared to Q2 ending 30th June, 2024.
Annual Revenue: $1.13 B (1Y)
Revenue for trailing 12 months increased 8.67% year over year from 31st December, 2023.
If compared to the last 5 years, the revenue has gone up from $747.70 million to $1.13 billion, a 50.73% change.
Market Capitalization
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. has a market capitalization of $4.95B, which places KTOS in the mid-cap category.
Fundamental Analysis
EPS: $0.02 (Q3), $-0.07 (1Y)
EPS decreased 60.00% since last quarter, and decreased 75.86% since last year.
Net Income: $3.20 M (Q3), $-8.90 M (1Y)
Net Income decreased 59.49% since last quarter, and decreased 75.88% since last year.
Free Cash Flow: $-9.20 M (Q3), $12.80 M (1Y)
Free Cash Flow decreased 40.26% since last quarter, and decreased 118.03% since last year.
Net Profit Margin: 1.16% (Q3), -0.79% (1Y)
Net Profit Margin decreased 55.94% since last quarter, and decreased 77.80% since last year.
Below, we have listed 12 key indicators for Fundamental analysis for KTOS stock. These indicators help you understand Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.'s financial health, earnings and growth potential, and make a decision if the stock is a good long-term investment or not.
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Technical Analysis
Here, we have listed 5 key indicators for Technical Analysis for KTOS stock. These indicators help investors study past price movements and trading volumes to forecast future price changes, and find the right time when to buy, sell or hold the stock.
| Technical Indicators | Value |
|---|---|
| SMA20 | $27.61 |
| SMA50 | $26.60 |
| SMA200 | $22.54 |
| RSI | 86.38 |
| Beta | 1.02 |
SMA20 < Current Price
This signals KTOS stock is in short-term bullish momentum.
SMA50 < Current Price
This signals KTOS stock is in mid-term bullish momentum.
SMA200 < Current Price
This signals KTOS stock is in long-term bullish momentum.
Sentiment Based on Technical Analysis
Based on 8 technical analysis indicators, the overall sentiment for KTOS stock is Bullish. Out of all indicators, 6 indicates bullish signals, 3 signals bearish trends and 0 gives neutral trends. The KTOS stock forecast was last updated on 15 January, 2025.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS) Stock Price Prediction and Forecast
According to short-term forecast, the stock is expected to rise to $59.49 by the end of 2025, and can reach around $42.05 to $52.88 in 2026. And, the long-term forecast suggests that the stock may further jump to $71.27 - $86.22 in 2028, and $115.39 - $138.76 by 2031. So, the KTOS stock shows a strong upward trend in the next several years.
Short-term KTOS Stock Price Prediction & Forecast
| Date | Forecasted Price | Change% |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-02 | $44.65 | 36.29% |
| 2025-03 | $45.33 | 38.37% |
| 2025-04 | $45.35 | 38.43% |
| 2025-05 | $49.86 | 52.2% |
| 2025-06 | $48.71 | 48.69% |
| 2025-07 | $51.49 | 57.17% |
| 2025-08 | $52.63 | 60.65% |
| 2025-09 | $52.29 | 59.62% |
| 2025-10 | $55.08 | 68.13% |
| 2025-11 | $57.68 | 76.07% |
| 2025-12 | $59.49 | 81.59% |
In 2025, the KTOS stock price is expected to fluctuate between $44.65 and $59.49. According to the monthly forecast, the stock could rise to $59.49 by December 2024. If compared to the KTOS's current price, the stock could gain 81.59% by the end of this year.
Long-term KTOS Stock Price Prediction & Forecast
| Year | Year Start | Year Mid | Year End | Change% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $42.05 | $53.97 | $52.88 | 61.42% |
| 2027 | $48.45 | $62.90 | $81.55 | 148.93% |
| 2028 | $71.27 | $80.72 | $86.22 | 163.19% |
| 2029 | $86.21 | $96.66 | $94.58 | 188.71% |
| 2030 | $82.35 | $96.74 | $99.73 | 204.43% |
| 2031 | $115.39 | $113.38 | $138.76 | 323.57% |
| 2032 | $128.68 | $151.52 | $133.42 | 307.26% |
| 2033 | $139.17 | $155.49 | $158.25 | 383.06% |
| 2034 | $158.71 | $152.66 | $173.23 | 428.79% |
| 2035 | $183.59 | $163.89 | $186.04 | 467.89% |
| 2036 | $186.93 | $187.80 | $204.07 | 522.92% |
| 2037 | $196.30 | $239.71 | $201.28 | 514.41% |
| 2038 | $223.40 | $232.84 | $212.19 | 547.71% |
| 2039 | $222.00 | $243.19 | $229.94 | 601.89% |
| 2040 | $185.01 | $260.32 | $283.23 | 764.56% |
| 2041 | $299.09 | $271.72 | $317.01 | 867.67% |
| 2042 | $250.28 | $257.01 | $299.71 | 814.87% |
| 2043 | $297.01 | $258.12 | $227.64 | 594.87% |
| 2044 | $327.12 | $312.37 | $324.17 | 889.53% |
| 2045 | $309.31 | $266.79 | $341.78 | 943.28% |
| 2046 | $359.40 | $377.52 | $350.48 | 969.84% |
| 2047 | $359.05 | $390.20 | $326.11 | 895.45% |
| 2048 | $362.95 | $345.94 | $413.17 | 1161.2% |
| 2049 | $342.37 | $348.16 | $403.26 | 1130.95% |
| 2050 | $390.90 | $364.97 | $388.34 | 1085.41% |
| 2051 | $363.55 | $403.87 | $348.47 | 963.71% |
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2025
At the start of 2025, the KTOS stock was at $32.76. Today, it is trading at $32.76, which is 0.00% increase from price at the beginning of the year. By the end of this year, you can expect the stock to reach to $59.49 by December 2025 with a 81.59% change.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2026 - 2030
In the next five years, there will be a significant appreciation in the KTOS stock. During this period, the KTOS's price is forecasted to shift from $42.05 to $99.73, which is 137.17% gain.
In 2026, the stock would possibly open at $42.05, escalates to $53.97 by mid-year, and wraps up at $52.88, reflecting a 61.40% increase from today's price. Further moving to 2030, the stock can kick off the year at $82.35, soar to $96.74 by mid-year, and finish at $99.73, which is 204.42% change from current price.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2031 - 2040
During this period, the stock would move from $115.39 to $283.23, which is up 323.57%
In 2031, we can expect KTOS to fluctuate between $115.39 and $138.76, a shift indicating a 323.57% gain by year-end compared to current price. And Until 2040, KTOS can likely vary from $185.01 to $283.23. By the end of 2040, the stock could record a 764.57% rise from today's stock price.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2041 - 2050
According to long-term forecast, the KTOS stock can see an an upturn from $299.09 to $388.34 in this period. In 2041, the stock can experience a low of $271.72 by mid-year, closing the year at $317.01. This results in a 729.43% increase from today.
Moving towards the end of 2050, KTOS is projected to open the year at $390.90. The stock may dip to $364.97 during mid-year and finish the year at $388.34. Compared to the stock's current price, this translates to an overall gain of 1085.40% by 2050.
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KTOS : Buy, Sell Or Hold?
Analyst Ratings
Based on 11 analysts, 1 rated as a strong buy, 6 recommended a buy, 4 suggested a hold, 0 advised a sell, and 0 indicated a strong sell.Three months ago, out of 10 analysts, 1 analysts gave a strong buy rating, 4 a buy rating, 5 a hold rating, 0 advised selling, and 0 suggested a strong sell.So, according to analyst ratings, the recommendation for KTOS stock is Buy.
Expert Analysis
According to KTOS short-term and long-term forecast, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. shares are projected to go up by 1085.41%, and reach a value of $388.34 per share by 2050.
As per technical analysis, indicators show a Bullish sentiment, while Fear & Greed Index stands at 85.71428571428571, which signals Greed. Also, KTOS has recorded 12/30 green days, which reflects a 63.1578947368421% positivity rate with a price volatility of 0.03%.
Plus, Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 327.59998 suggests that KTOS stock is overvalued. So, Based on KTOS prediction and analysis, it may be the best time to hold KTOS stock right now.
Disclaimer: Stock predictions, forecasts and price targets provided for "KTOS” are solely for informational and educational purposes and should not be treated as investment or financial advice. Always conduct your own research or consider consulting with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
