JP Morgan lifts Leidos PT on defense-led growth

Leidos Holdings

07/11/2025 13:36

** JP Morgan raises PT on defense contractor Leidos Holdings LDOS.N to $230 from $205, maintains rating at "overweight"

** New PT shows an upside of 18% from the stock's last close

** Brokerage says Leidos is set to grow next year, led by defense and intelligence programs, while health services face headwinds and international opportunities remain mixed

     ** Adds co has strong cash reserves and low debt, giving it flexibility for both acquisitions and buy backs

** Ten of seventeen brokerages rate the stock "buy" or higher, seven "hold" ; their median PT is $218- data compiled by LSEG

** Stock up 35.2% YTD, as of last close

 (Reporting by Apratim Sarkar in Bengaluru)

 ((Apratim.Sarkar@thomsonreuters.com))