Elbit Systems ESLT
IsraelIndustrials · Aerospace & DefenseUSD
801.33 USD (+19.8%)
6 analysts
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Elbit Systems is an Israeli defense and security company that designs, develops, and manufactures aerospace, land, and naval systems, as well as cybersecurity and electro-optics solutions for government and military customers worldwide.
Key points
from its scores- ✓Good share-price trend9.0
- ✓Strong growth8.1
- ✓Favourable backdrop7.6
- ✕Demanding valuation1.6
- ✕Little competitive advantage4.5
AI analysis
bottom line, main risk, context and newsElbit Systems is a defense business with good growth and a sound balance sheet, but its valuation already prices in a lot and the geopolitical risk of Israel warrants caution.
Elbit Systems shows solid growth (revenue +15.9%, earnings +34.2%) and robust financial health with net cash, but its valuation is very demanding (P/E 50.35, EV/EBITDA 31.71) and free cash flow conversion is negative, which weighs on quality. The geopolitical risk of its domicile in Israel is a factor to watch.
The main risk is Israel's geopolitical exposure, which can affect the stability of its operations, supply chain, and investor perception, despite its solid financial position.
Context and risks
Elbit Systems is domiciled in Israel, a country with moderate governance risk and structural geopolitical exposure. Its defense business depends on government contracts and regional stability, adding a context risk not captured by financial metrics. Additionally, its high valuation (P/E 50.35) and dependence on the global supply chain make it sensitive to geopolitical disruptions.
Is Elbit Systems stock cheap or expensive?
at the analysis dateOn P/E and EV / EBITDA, it trades 108% above the Industrials median on average.
| Multiple | Company | Sector | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E | 50.3 | 25.4 | +98% |
| EV / EBITDA | 31.7 | 14.5 | +119% |
| Price / book | 7.1 | 4.1 | +75% |
| Price / sales | 3.7 | 2.1 | +78% |
Sector: median of the 388 Industrials companies analysed. In bold, the multiples used for the comparison.
Valuation score: 1.6 out of 10 (median for Industrials: 5.0).
Average analyst target: 801.33 USD, +19.8% versus the price.
A premium can be justified if the company is of higher quality or grows faster than its sector: Quality / Moat 4.5 (sector 5.8), Growth 8.1 (sector 6.6).
Classic formulas with standard assumptions (10.0% growth, 8-9% discount rate). Indicative only: they change a lot with the assumptions and are not a recommendation.
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Score by category
0 to 10 · hover overtap each one to see what it measuresKey metrics
at the analysis date · compared with the Industrials medianValuation
- P/E
- 50.3
- Forward P/E
- 36.4
- EV / EBITDA
- 31.7
- Price / book
- 7.1
- Price / sales
- 3.7
- PEG
- 8.79
- Market cap
- 31.4B USD
- Enterprise value
- 31.2B USD
Profitability
- ROE
- 15.2%
- ROA
- 3.9%
- ROIC (approx.)
- 15.5%
- Gross margin
- 25.0%
- Operating margin
- 9.6%
- Net margin
- 7.4%
- Free cash flow
- −38.5M USD
- FCF yield
- −0.1%
- Cash conversion
- −4%
Solvency
- Total debt
- 852.2M USD
- Net debt
- −110.7M USD
- Cash
- 962.9M USD
- EBITDA
- 983.3M USD
- Net debt / EBITDA
- −0.11
- Debt / equity
- 19.32
- Current ratio
- 1.40
- Quick ratio
- 0.89
Growth
- Revenue growth
- +15.9%
- Earnings growth
- +34.2%
- EPS (TTM)
- 13.29 USD
- EPS (forward)
- 18.36 USD
Dividend
- Dividend yield
- 0.6%
- Payout
- 23.3%
Risk and market
- Beta
- −0.30
- Analyst consensus
- Hold (6)
- Target price
- 801.33 USD
- 52-week range
- 453.00 – 1,016.06
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Is Elbit Systems stock cheap or expensive?
On P/E and EV / EBITDA, it trades 108% above the Industrials median on average. Valuation score: 1.6 out of 10 (median for Industrials: 5.0). Average analyst target: 801.33 USD, +19.8% versus the price. This is not investment advice.
What score does Elbit Systems get on MeridIAn Screener?
It scores 5.5 out of 10, rank 1,400 of 2,130 (better than 32% of the companies analysed). Its strongest category is Momentum (9.0) and its weakest, Valuation (1.6). Analysis of 08/10/2026.
What is Elbit Systems's P/E ratio?
Its P/E is 50.3: the share price equals 50.3 times earnings per share over the last 12 months. The Industrials median is 25.4. Based on the earnings analysts expect, the forward P/E is 36.4.
How much is Elbit Systems worth on the stock market?
Its market capitalisation is 31.4B USD and its enterprise value, debt included, is 31.2B USD.
How much debt does Elbit Systems have?
It has more cash than debt: net cash of 110.7M USD.
Does Elbit Systems pay a dividend?
Yes: its dividend yield is 0.60% and it pays out 23% of its earnings.
How has Elbit Systems stock performed over the last year?
It has risen 33.9% over the last year, excluding dividends. Over the last 52 weeks it has traded between 453.00 and 1,016.06 USD. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
What do analysts think of Elbit Systems?
6 analysts cover it; their average recommendation is “Hold” and their average target is 801.33 USD (+19.8% versus the price). It is an estimate, not market data.