Booz Allen Hamilton 株価情報 (NYSE: BAH)

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Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp is a provider of management consulting services to the U.S. government. Other services offered include technology, such as cloud computing and cybersecurity consulting, and engineering consulting. The consulting services are focused on defense, intelligence, and civil markets. In addition to the U.S. government, Booz Allen Hamilton provides its management and technology consulting services to large corporations, institutions, and nonprofit organizations. The company assists clients in long-term engagements around the globe.

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President Donald Trump has pledged to cut spending in a number of areas, but one place that's likely to see a budget increase is the Department of Defense. Increased defense spending is one of the few issues reaching bipartisan agreement in Washington, as outgoing Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin recently recommended a <a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/top-news/articles/2025-01-13/austin-recommends-defense-spending-boost-by-more-than-50-billion-in-2026-bloomberg-news-reports">$50 billion boost</a> over current 2026 projections.
As global geopolitics becomes increasingly volatile and the nature of conflicts changes, upgrades are especially needed in certain critical areas like missile defense systems, autonomous drone technology, and cybersecurity.
These five companies are set to benefit the most from the drive to modernize America&#8217;s defense.
These five stocks were chosen based on their past success with federal projects, current financial and technical standing, and likelihood of avoiding any axes from the incoming Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HII#NYSE">HII</a>)</h2>
Huntington Ingalls is one of the largest manufacturers of nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers, with two major manufacturing facilities in Virginia and Mississippi and a large cybersecurity and IT facility outside the Pentagon in Fairfax, VA. The company also manufactures autonomous amphibious technology, such as unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs).&nbsp;
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HII stock had a rough 2024 despite a promising start. Shares hit an all-time high of $299 in early March before tumbling below $200 by the end of the year. Despite this recent decline, there's reason for optimism moving forward.
Gross profits have returned to pre-pandemic levels and the stock currently trades with a 11.2 price-to-earnings ratio, 1.84 price-to-book value, and 0.67 price-to-sales ratio; all metrics showing a cheaper valuation than competitors like Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, and Northrop Grumman. The stock also pays a 2.74% dividend yield.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LHX#NYSE">LHX</a>)</h2>
L3Harris has been a public company for only five years, but they're already making a mark on the defense industry through innovations in command and control systems, intelligence and surveillance equipment, and navigation products for both commercial and government clients.
Formed through a merger of L3 Technologies and Harris Corp in 2019, the company is now one of the 10 largest US defense contractors and has shown impressive growth since the two original firms combined forces.
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L3Harris has a loftier valuation than Huntington Ingalls, but it&#8217;s justified considering the company's revenue growth of 7.7% year-over-year, outpacing larger competitors like Lockheed and Northrop while maintaining healthy cash flow.
Last quarter, the company saw gross margins of 26.4% (far above industry average) and $5.52 billion in institutional money has flowed into the stock in the last 12 months. LHX has a $40.6 billion market cap and pays a 2.2% dividend yield. The stock chart shows upward momentum has petered out recently, but the RSI indicates it could be time to start accumulating shares again.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Palo Alto Networks Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>)</h2>
The future of defense isn't just on land, air, and water, but also online through the various information networks connecting governments and businesses all over the globe. Protecting private information is a crucial aspect for any large organization, and Palo Alto Networks has been providing cybersecurity solutions to public and private clients for nearly 20 years.
The company's main product is a line of firewalls designed to protect networks of all shapes and sizes, but it also operates Unit 42, an advance threat detection team. The FBI has credited Unit 42 with catching numerous hacking groups and cybercriminals, including the Gorgon hacking syndicate and the Xbash ransomware program.
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Palo Alto Networks has a few tailwinds working for it that investors should keep an eye on. For starters, the company is a serial acquirer of smaller cybersecurity firms, with seven major acquisition announcements since 2020 (six have closed as of this writing). The incoming administration is expected to be much friendlier to merger and acquisition activity, which could greenlight Palo Alto to dig deeper into its cash horde for new companies.
Cybersecurity firms also have less capital expenditures since they aren't building ships or planes or tanks, but computer programs to protect from invisible threats. This allows companies like Palo Alto to operate leaner than traditional defense firms, and retain more of their revenue as profit.
But even compared to other cybersecurity firms, Palo Alto stands out. The company has 33% profit margins and quarterly revenue growth of 12% year-over-year.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">General Dynamics Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>)</h2>
General Dynamics has roots tracing back to the Electric Boat Company in 1899, but stands today as the fifth largest defense contractor in the United States. The company manufactures five major product lines: aircraft systems like the Aardvark and Fighting Falcon, marine systems like Electric Boat and Bath Iron Works, missile systems like the Redeye and Stinger, combat systems like the M1 Abrams and LAV series, and launch vehicles like the Atlas system.
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GD shares are down 11% over the last three months, but this correction could be a chance for investors to add shares. The company has grown revenue 10.4% year-over-year and has profit margins of 7.9%, higher than Northrop Grumman, RTX, and even L3Harris. Shares are trading below the 50-day moving average for the first time since October 2023, but other technical indicators show that the long-term uptrend remains in place.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>)</h2>
Booz Allen Hamilton might sound like an upscale clothing store, but it&#8217;s actually another major defense contractor, although not as well-known (or capitalized) as the big boys like Lockheed or Raytheon.
Founded at Northwestern University in 1914, Booz Allen Hamilton specializes in consulting, analytics, engineering, and cybersecurity services for governments, nonprofits, and private sector clients. The company has a $17.4 billion market cap and 1.5% dividend yield.
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The BAH stock chart looks very similar to GD&#8217;s, only with a more pronounced dip. Shares are down 16% in the last three months despite consistent revenue growth and a 7.2% profit margin in the most recent quarter. Like GD shares, the stock has dipped below the 50-day moving average for the first time in over a year, but the long-term uptrend still looks strong. If defense contractors get a boost under the second Trump administration, Booz Allen Hamilton already has the stock momentum in place.
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What To Know: Noem has served as the Republican governor of South Dakota since 2019 and is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives. She is known for her hardline views on border control and immigration and has dispatched the South Dakota National Guard to the U.S.-Mexico border multiple times.&nbsp;
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If confirmed as Secretary of Homeland Security, Noem will oversee more than 260,000 federal employees at the Coast Guard, the U.S. Secret Service, Transportation Security Administration, U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Federal Emergency Management Administration. 
Noem will likely face questions regarding potential mass deportations and ending birthright citizenship, which she has previously supported.&nbsp;
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&#8220;Securing our homeland is a serious, sacred trust that must be relentlessly pursued and can never be taken for granted. Being safe within our borders is an American right, yet Americans feel less safe than they have in decades. For the first time in 30 years, more than 40% of Americans are afraid to walk alone at night within a mile of their home,&#8221; Noem is expected to tell the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.&nbsp;
Stocks To Watch: Stocks in the defense and security sectors are on watch as Noem begins her Senate confirmation hearings.&nbsp;
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) provides management consulting services to the U.S. government in the areas of defense, intelligence and civil markets and could be affected by a change in DHS leadership. 
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TD Cowen analyst Gautam Khanna maintains Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $200 to $155.

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TD Cowen Maintains Buy on Booz Allen Hamilton, Lowers Price Target to $155

In the last three months, 10 analysts have published ratings on Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $171.6, a high estimate of $206.00, and a low estimate of $140.00. A decline of 5.32% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736359232_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
The perception of Booz Allen Hamilton by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Akers</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$171.00</td>
<td>$177.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Strauss</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Noah Poponak</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$158.00</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gavin Parsons</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$159.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Akers</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$177.00</td>
<td>$206.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tobey Sommer</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Howard Rubel</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Strauss</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$142.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Akers</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$206.00</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tobey Sommer</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Booz Allen Hamilton. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Booz Allen Hamilton compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Booz Allen Hamilton's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Booz Allen Hamilton's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Booz Allen Hamilton: A Closer Look</h2>
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp is a provider of management consulting services to the U.S. government. Other services offered include technology, such as cloud computing and cybersecurity consulting, and engineering consulting. The consulting services are focused on defense, intelligence, and civil markets. In addition to the U.S. government, Booz Allen Hamilton provides its management and technology consulting services to large corporations, institutions, and nonprofit organizations. The company assists clients in long-term engagements around the globe.
<h3>Booz Allen Hamilton: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Booz Allen Hamilton's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 18.01%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Booz Allen Hamilton's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 12.4%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Booz Allen Hamilton's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 34.15%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Booz Allen Hamilton's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 5.77%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Booz Allen Hamilton's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 3.01. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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What Analysts Are Saying About Booz Allen Hamilton Stock

Wells Fargo analyst Matthew Akers maintains Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $177 to $171.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Booz Allen Hamilton, Lowers Price Target to $171

In the current market session, Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) share price is at $135.53, after a 2.73% increase. Moreover, over the past month, the stock fell by 6.02%, but in the past year, went up by 4.70%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736181008_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Booz Allen Hamilton P/E Ratio Analysis in Relation to Industry Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Booz Allen Hamilton has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 40.9 of the Professional Services industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736181008_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

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Barclays analyst David Strauss upgrades Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) from Underweight to Equal-Weight and announces $140 price target.

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Barclays Upgrades Booz Allen Hamilton to Equal-Weight, Announces $140 Price Target

The launch of the U.S. Global Technology and Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAR#NYSE">WAR</a>) on Dec. 30, 2024, and its subsequent debut on the New York Stock Exchange, is another feather in the cap for U.S. Global Investors Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GROW#NASDAQ">GROW</a>) extensive suite of ETFs targeting specific sectors. The fund aims to bring investors into the areas of advanced technology, defense and aerospace with an expense ratio of 0.6%.
The ETF holds total net assets of $1 million, per the company&#8217;s fact sheet, and rebalances quarterly. Holdings are split, with the following 10 holdings equally representing seven percent each of the fund: Applied Materials (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>), Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>), General Dynamics Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>), Hexcel Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HXL#NYSE">HXL</a>), Leidos Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LDOS#NYSE">LDOS</a>), and NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>). Other notable holdings include Rheinmetall AG, Cohort plc, Cognyte Software and F5, each constituting 4% of the portfolio.
A general breakdown of the ETF holdings looks like this: data centers, homeland protection, aerospace and defense, cybersecurity, and semiconductor. All these sectors are interconnected in today&#8217;s global economy.
Interestingly, <a href="https://www.usglobaletfs.com/app/uploads/2024/12/WAR-Factsheet.pdf">28%</a> of the ETF's technology sector exposure will consist of semiconductor stocks. This is important as the chip industry has been in the spotlight for a while now for its lucrative outlook. According to a recent <a href="https://www.pwc.com/gx/en/industries/technology/state-of-the-semicon-industry.html">PwC report</a>, global semiconductor revenues are anticipated to grow "more than twice as fast as global GDP, reaching over $1 trillion by 2030." Thus, a larger exposure in this area makes sense.
Also, another 28% of the fund's overall holdings will go to Cybersecurity, an area that needs intense R&amp;D and consistent advancements to tackle the growing sophistication of global cybercrimes, including cyberespionage, a major headache for governments.
The stocks included in this actively managed fund will be chosen subject to some quantitative and fundamental parameters. Also, there is a possibility for the fund to invest in foreign companies and emerging markets. The fund prospectus currently states that its exposure to companies in the U.S. is 83%, U.K. is 7%, Germany is 7%, France 3% and Norway 3%.
The ETF issuer has a note of warning to investors in its press release: "The fund's concentration in the securities of a particular industry namely Aerospace and Defense, Cybersecurity and Semi-conductor industries as well as geographic concentration may cause it to be more susceptible to greater fluctuations in share price and volatility due to adverse events that affect the Fund's investments."
Nonetheless, the defense industry presents a significant investment opportunity due to various global factors. 
Russia&#8217;s invasion of Ukraine, tensions with China and heightened military spending especially in Europe due to the almost doubling of arms imports between 2019 and 2023 will require high levels of defense spending. 
Advanced technologies in warfare are transforming war; countries are heavily investing in AI, hypersonic missiles, and autonomous weapons, with the example being China. 
As detailed by U.S. Global ETFs, cyber threats are also rising, with a 75% increase in global cyberattacks and leading to high investments in cyber security infrastructure. Bipartisan U.S. defense spending and increases in NATO military spending add weight to the potential growth of this sector. Another reason for European defense system modernization and the reduction of U.S. reliance on their systems is to grow more independent.
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Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 5.96% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.18%. Currently, Booz Allen Hamilton has a market capitalization of $16.57 billion. 
Buying $100 In BAH: If an investor had bought $100 of BAH stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $488.69 today based on a price of $129.65 for BAH at the time of writing.
<h3>Booz Allen Hamilton's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$100 Invested In Booz Allen Hamilton 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Goldman Sachs analyst Noah Poponak maintains Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $210 to $158.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Buy on Booz Allen Hamilton, Lowers Price Target to $158

Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) Chief Technology Officer Shyam Sankar highlighted the critical role of artificial intelligence in national defense and outlined the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42377387/palantir-co-founder-joe-lonsdale-cheers-trumps-new-sec-pick-calls-out-gary-gensler-for-purposely-not-defining-crypto-rules">company&#8217;s vision for rebuilding America&#8217;s industrial base</a> during a CNBC &#8220;Closing Bell Overtime&#8221; appearance on Saturday.
What Happened: Sankar, who is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/12/42331892/trump-eyes-shyam-sankar-for-pentagon-role-while-palantir-gains-from-border-crisis-contracts-analyst-says-this-is-a-win-for-the-stock">reportedly under consideration for a top Pentagon research</a> position in President-elect Donal Trump&#8216;s administration, emphasized how only 6% of defense spending historically went to defense specialists, with most funds directed to dual-purpose companies until 1990.
&#8220;We need to rally together as a country to organize around this problem,&#8221; Sankar <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/video/2024/12/06/palantir-has-been-doing-a-lot-to-rebuild-the-american-industrial-base-says-palantirs-shyam-sankar.html?__source=sharebar%7Ctwitter&amp;par=sharebar">said</a>, citing current global challenges including North Korea&#8217;s involvement in Ukraine and Iran&#8217;s nuclear developments. &#8220;AI is the determinative factor because you need a technological offset.&#8221;
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Why It Matters: The company has seen significant transformation in its government and commercial sectors. While discussing Palantir&#8217;s partnership with Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) and recent collaboration with Amazon.com Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Amazon Web Services for providing Anthropic&#8216;s Claude AI models to U.S. intelligence agencies, Sankar noted the commercial market&#8217;s rapid AI adoption.
Palantir&#8217;s expanding influence comes as its market value reached $173 billion, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/41891026/palantir-overtakes-lockheed-martin-in-market-cap-how-does-the-messi-of-ai-stack-up-against-the-traditional-defense-player">surpassing traditional defense contractor</a> Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>). 
Addressing speculation about a Pentagon position, Sankar expressed commitment to Palantir: &#8220;I&#8217;m very happy&#8230; I&#8217;ve been here 19 years as the 13th employee, and I think we have an opportunity to build a generational company.&#8221;
Wedbush Securities Managing Director Dan Ives has identified Palantir as a leader in enterprise AI transformation. The company&#8217;s stock has surged 93% since joining the S&amp;P 500 in September, reflecting growing investor confidence in its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/12/42307179/salesforce-palantir-and-oracle-spearhead-an-ai-revolution-says-wedbushs-dan-ives-a-renaissance-of-growth">government contracts and AI partnerships</a>.
Price Action: Palantir stock closed at $76.34 on Friday, up 6.22% for the day. In after-hours trading, the stock gained an additional 1.52%. Year-to-date, Palantir has surged 360.43%.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLTR/analyst-ratings">data from Benzinga Pro</a>, Palantir has a consensus price target of $30.22 from 18 analysts, with a high of $75 and a low of $7.50. The three most recent ratings, issued by BofA Securities, Wedbush, and Goldman Sachs, average a price target of $63.67, suggesting a potential downside of 17.85% from current levels.
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Palantir's Shyam Sankar Says AI The New Frontier In Defense — Reflects On Possible Pentagon Rule Under Trump As Stock Soars

Shares of Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) are trading higher following company's partnership announcement with Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>). Here&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/12/42369000/booz-allen-and-palantir-partner-to-drive-us-defense-operations">what you need to know.</a>
What To Know: The partnership focuses on two primary objectives: modernizing information infrastructure to ensure secure interoperability and accelerating integrated warfighting operations with coalition partners through data-centric systems. These initiatives are designed to improve communication and collaboration between the U.S., its allies, and its partners on a global scale.
Booz Allen Chairman and CEO Horacio Rozanski emphasized the importance of an agile approach to national defense, stating that the joint effort had already produced a prototype within 45 days.
Palantir CEO Alex Karp underscored the company&#8217;s commitment to supporting Western defense efforts, noting that the collaboration will integrate artificial intelligence and advanced hardware to enhance the U.S. military's operational capabilities.
This partnership builds on prior collaborations between Palantir and Booz Allen, which have supported multiple programs for the U.S. government. The companies intend to explore further opportunities for co-creation, intellectual property development, and teaming across various defense missions.
The announcement also follows other recent developments for Palantir, including its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42362578/ai-driven-defense-palantirs-new-partnership-with-shield-ai-aims-for-scalable-precision-solutions">expanded collaboration with Shield AI </a>to develop large-scale autonomous command and control systems. Shield AI's technology, combined with Palantir's software solutions, aims to address critical defense challenges, even in GPS- and communication-denied environments.
The broader context for these partnerships includes the potential impact of future U.S. government defense budget adjustments. Proposals for increased government efficiency under a possible Trump administration could potentially place additional pressure on defense spending, a sector that has already reached historic highs. Analysts have noted that defense contractors, including Booz Allen, could face challenges in maintaining growth in light of these dynamics.
Price Action: Palantir shares up 5.88% at $76.10 and Booz Allen shares were up 1.97% at $145.51 at the time of writing, according to<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard"> Benzinga Pro.</a>
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On Friday, Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>)&nbsp;and Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) collaborated to accelerate <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/b42360655/booz-allen-and-palantir-partner-to-advance-and-accelerate-u-s-national-defense" rel="noreferrer noopener">defense mission innovation</a>.
The partnership focuses on driving transformational information infrastructure modernization&nbsp;and accelerating integrated warfighting operations with coalition partners.
The partnership builds on multiple previous strategic collaborations between the companies to support signature programs for the U.S. government.
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It has additional potential for co-creation, IP development, and teaming across various critical missions.
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Meanwhile, Donald Trump&#8217;s proposed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy would lead, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/42013424/trumps-musk-ramaswamy-doge-plan-what-it-means-for-defense-and-it-stocks" rel="noreferrer noopener">raises concerns about</a> the future of U.S. defense contractors and government IT firms.
Trump&#8217;s DOGE could significantly impact the defense budget as part of his broader plan to restructure federal agencies and reduce wasteful spending.
Trump has long emphasized his support for a stronger U.S. military. Yet, his broader push for government efficiency could mean tough decisions for defense spending, which currently accounts for 13% of the federal budget or about $877 billion in 2023.
The risk for defense contractors is heightened, as Trump&#8217;s focus on reducing government waste may pressure the defense sector, especially since defense spending is currently at an all-time high.
According to Goldman Sachs analyst Noah Poponak, it was nearing the peak of this spending cycle, making it difficult for defense companies to see further growth. Booz Allen Hamilton Holding stock gained 12% year-to-date.
Wedbush&#8217;s Dan Ives sees Palantir as a key leader in <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/12/42307179/salesforce-palantir-and-oracle-spearhead-an-ai-revolution-says-wedbushs-dan-ives-a-renaissance-of-growth" rel="noreferrer noopener">the AI transformation</a> of the enterprise software industry. He notes the company&#8217;s strong position following its surge in stock price after receiving FedRAMP High Authorization.
He views the AI revolution as a broad trend affecting multiple sectors, including software, cybersecurity, and storage. Looking ahead to 2025, Ives expects Palantir to lead this transformation. Palantir Technologies stock surged over 333% year-to-date.
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Booz Allen and Palantir Partner To Drive US Defense Operations

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Palantir and Booz Allen shares are trading higher after announcing a partnership to modernize US military operations and strengthen national security.

Booz Allen Hamilton shares are trading higher after the company announced a co-creation partnership with Palantir Technologies to accelerate U.S. national defense.

Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) and Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) jointly announced today a groundbreaking co-creation partnership to accelerate defense mission innovation and help the U.S. maintain superiority against its adversaries.
The effort expands collaboration between two industry innovators that recognize the urgent need for agile, field-ready approaches that help the U.S., and its allies and partners, communicate and coordinate in a complex global security landscape. The partnership will initially focus on two critical components:
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<li>Rapidly accelerating integrated warfighting operations with coalition partners through data-centric systems that improve collaboration and combined mission planning with U.S. allies and partners.</li>
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"America is facing the most challenging national security environment in half a century, and we need to move faster to address these challenges. Combatting our adversaries requires change—starting with activating a whole-of-nation approach that accelerates results, pushes boundaries, and disrupts long-standing barriers," said Horacio Rozanski, chairman, CEO, and president of Booz Allen.
"We have seen the positive results of embracing this type of change already," continued Rozanski. "By working together, Alex and I are creating new mission capabilities that leverage Palantir's and Booz Allen's unique technologies and expertise to close mission gaps at the speed of now. Our joint team created a prototype in only 45 days."
As a leading defense technology provider for the U.S. Department of Defense, Booz Allen combines its deep mission expertise with advanced technology to accelerate results across the warfighting lifecycle and provide warfighters with an asymmetric advantage.
"We founded Palantir to defend Western society, and we are proud to maximally support our warfighters. To win on the battlefield, the U.S. and its allies must field their greatest assets: superior AI and hardware capability," said Alex Karp, co-founder and CEO of Palantir. "We're partnering with Booz Allen Hamilton to create a future where AI-infused hardware keeps our allies safe, and our enemies scared."
Palantir enables organizations to take advantage of best-in-class Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Integration, Data Storage, Data Processing, Analytics, Visualization, Operations, Cybersecurity, and Software Deployment capabilities.
The partnership builds on multiple previous strategic collaborations between the companies to support signature programs for the U.S. government and has additional potential for co-creation, IP development, and teaming across a variety of critical missions.

Booz Allen and Palantir Join Forces to Modernize US Military Operations and Strengthen National Security

Booz Allen Hamilton's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) short percent of float has risen 130.14% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.79 million shares sold short, which is 3.36% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.93 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Booz Allen Hamilton Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Booz Allen Hamilton has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Booz Allen Hamilton's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Booz Allen Hamilton's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.98%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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How Is The Market Feeling About Booz Allen Hamilton?

UBS analyst Gavin Parsons initiates coverage on Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) with a Neutral rating and announces Price Target of $159.

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UBS Initiates Coverage On Booz Allen Hamilton with Neutral Rating, Announces Price Target of $159

Joan Lordi Amble, Director at Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>), disclosed an insider purchase on November 25, based on a new SEC filing.
What Happened: Amble's recent purchase of 2,000 shares of Booz Allen Hamilton, disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001443646/000144364624000218//Archives/edgar/data/1443646/000144364624000218/0001443646-24-000218-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Monday, reflects confidence in the company's potential. The total transaction value is $294,260.
Booz Allen Hamilton's shares are actively trading at $149.69, experiencing a up of 1.51% during Tuesday's morning session.
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind Booz Allen Hamilton</h3>
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp is a provider of management consulting services to the U.S. government. Other services offered include technology, such as cloud computing and cybersecurity consulting, and engineering consulting. The consulting services are focused on defense, intelligence, and civil markets. In addition to the U.S. government, Booz Allen Hamilton provides its management and technology consulting services to large corporations, institutions, and nonprofit organizations. The company assists clients in long-term engagements around the globe.
<h3>Key Indicators: Booz Allen Hamilton's Financial Health</h3>
Revenue Growth: Booz Allen Hamilton displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 18.01%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Key Insights into Profitability Metrics:
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Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 56.7%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Booz Allen Hamilton's EPS is notably higher than the industry average. The company achieved a positive bottom-line trend with a current EPS of 3.02.
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Debt Management: Booz Allen Hamilton's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 3.01, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
Financial Valuation Breakdown:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current P/E ratio of 23.22 is below industry norms, indicating potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/S ratio of 1.68, the stock presents an attractive valuation, potentially signaling a buying opportunity for investors interested in sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With an EV/EBITDA ratio lower than industry averages at 14.47, Booz Allen Hamilton could be considered undervalued.
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Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
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<h3>Delving Into the Significance of Insider Transactions</h3>
In the complex landscape of investment decisions, investors should approach insider transactions as part of a comprehensive analysis, considering various elements.
When discussing legal matters, the term "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
A new purchase by a company insider is a indication that they anticipate the stock will rise.
On the other hand, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Navigating the World of Insider Transaction Codes</h3>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">Investors</a> prefer focusing on transactions that take place in the open market, indicated in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S indicates a sale. Transaction code C indicates the conversion of an option, and transaction code A indicates grant, award or other acquisition of securities from the company.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/search/index?company_cik=0001443646">Check Out The Full List Of Booz Allen Hamilton's Insider Trades.</a>
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Joan Lordi Amble's Recent Buy: Acquires $294K In Booz Allen Hamilton Stock

Wells Fargo analyst Matthew Akers maintains Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $206 to $177.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Booz Allen Hamilton, Lowers Price Target to $177

Barclays upgraded Booz Allen (BAH) to Equal Weight from Underweight with an unchanged price target of $140. Government services has significantly u...

Booz Allen upgraded to Equal Weight from Underweight at Barclays

Jefferies lowered the firm's price target on Booz Allen (BAH) to $135 from $190 and keeps a Hold rating on the shares. The Defense and IT services ...

Booz Allen price target lowered to $135 from $190 at Jefferies

TD Cowen analyst Gautam Khanna downgraded Leidos (LDOS) to Hold from Buy with a price target of $165, down from $200. The company faces a transitio...

Leidos downgraded to Hold from Buy at TD Cowen

TD Cowen lowered the firm's price target on Booz Allen to $155 from $200 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The December quarter results for the...

Booz Allen price target lowered to $155 from $200 at TD Cowen

The aerospace and defense industry plays a pivotal role not just in national security but also the stock market.

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Booz Allen (BAH) Hamilton announced that its corporate venture capital arm, Booz Allen Ventures, has made a strategic investment in SEEQC, a quantu...

Booz Allen reports strategic investment in quantum computing company SEEQC

In a blog posted dated January 14, Nvidia (NVDA) stated in part: "Quantum computing is one of the most exciting areas in computer science, promisin...

Nvidia to host first Quantum Day at GTC 2025 on Thursday, March 20

Northrop, Booz Allen, RocketLab are among top defense picks, Bank of America says

JPMorgan and other big banks kick off earnings season on Wednesday, with chip-making powerhouse Taiwan Semi set to release its potential bellwether earnings report on Thursday.

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