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Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 271.83 is 100% below its 5-year average of 1082027522501172224.00, near the low end of its 5-year range (26.11–13062600647195576320.00).

As of Friday, June 26, 2026. 55.15% below its 12-month average of 606.12.

PE Ratio (271.83) = Close Price ($46.32) / Diluted TTM EPS ($0.17)

KTOS PE Ratio

KTOS PE Ratio Chart

271.83
-16.52% 1Y
KTOS PE Ratio

KTOS Average PE Ratio Chart

KTOS PE Ratio

KTOS Current vs Average PE Ratio Chart

KTOS PE Ratio Metrics

PE RATIO

271.83

PE RATIO AVG TTM

606.12

PE RATIO AVG 3Y

462.80

PE RATIO AVG 5Y

351.28

PE RATIO AVG 10Y

303.01

PE RATIO AVG 15Y

258.70

PE RATIO AVG 20Y

N/A

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-55.15%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-41.26%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-22.62%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-10.29%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+5.07%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

N/A

KTOS Competitors' PE Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPPE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)$9.00B271.83606.12462.80351.28
Aecom (ACM)vs ›$9.01B16.8623.1248.5846.59
Planet Labs PBC (PL)vs ›$8.83BN/AN/AN/AN/A
AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vs ›$8.54B11.4835.5322.3717.69
A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS)vs ›$8.54B16.2618.3523.8124.74
Gartner, Inc. (IT)vs ›$8.48B12.5117.5430.5732.93
Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)vs ›$9.54B33.9922.1016.6012.86
Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG)vs ›$8.35B37.5127.9524.6324.63
EnerSys (ENS)vs ›$8.27B29.3618.3416.3218.90
MYR Group Inc. (MYRG)vs ›$7.59B53.7345.0842.3033.79

P/E vs. its own history

At 271.8, P/E is at an extreme level (the multiple carries little signal here), sitting higher than 62% of its 16-year history.

16-year low

8.8

median

150.8

16-year high

13062600647195576320.0

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P/E Comparison

Trailing P/E

271.8

Forward P/E

N/A

Forward P/E Calculation

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Forward P/E is calculated using analyst consensus EPS estimates for the current or next fiscal year.

Calculation:

Current Price

$46.32

÷

Forward EPS (Est.)

$1.07

=

Forward P/E

N/A

Source: FMP Analyst Consensus Estimates. Forward EPS represents the average analyst estimate for the nearest fiscal year.

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The P/E ratio for KTOS stock is 271.83.
Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.'s P/E ratio high or low?
The P/E ratio of 271.83 is 100% below its 5-year average of 1082027522501172224.00, near the low end of its 5-year range (26.11–13062600647195576320.00).
What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The TTM average P/E ratio for KTOS stock is 606.12.
What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The 3Y average P/E ratio for KTOS stock is 462.80.
What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The 5Y average P/E ratio for KTOS stock is 351.28.
What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The 10Y average P/E ratio for KTOS stock is 303.01.
What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The 15Y average P/E ratio for KTOS stock is 258.70.

KTOS PE Ratio History

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2026-06-25271.83
2026-06-24281.40
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About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. primarily functions as a contractor for the United States Department of Defense. Its business operations are organized into two distinct divisions: Kratos Government Solutions and Unmanned Systems. The Kratos Government Solutions segment delivers a comprehensive suite of products and services, including advanced microwave electronics, solutions for space and satellite communications, specialized training and cybersecurity/warfare capabilities, C5ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) and modular systems, cutting-edge turbine technologies, and essential defense and rocket support services. Meanwhile, the Unmanned Systems division is dedicated to developing and supplying autonomous platforms, specifically unmanned aerial, ground, and maritime systems. Kratos caters to an extensive client base, which includes various national security organizations, the DoD, intelligence and classified agencies, international government bodies, and both domestic and global commercial enterprises. The company was established in 1994 and its corporate headquarters are located in San Diego, California.

San Diego, CA
4,000 employees
Industrials / Aerospace & Defense
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
CEO
Eric DeMarco