BAE Systems plc Share Price and Company Fundamentals
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BAE Systems plc provides defense, aerospace, and security solutions in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, Australia, Japan, Europe, and internationally. The company operates through five segments: Electronic Systems, Platforms & Services, Air, Maritime, and Cyber & Intelligence. The Electronic Systems segment offers electronic warfare systems, navigation systems, electro-optical sensors, military and commercial digital engine and flight controls, precision guidance and seeker solutions, generation military communications systems and data links, persistent surveillance capabilities, and electric drive propulsion systems, as well as space electronics, spacecraft, and ground and tactical systems. The Platforms & Services segment manufactures and sells combat vehicles, weapons, and munitions; and offers naval ship repair services, as well as operates and manages two government-owned and contractor-operated ammunition plants. The Air segment develops future combat air systems and falconworks alongside eurofighter and MBDA. The Maritime segment provides maritime and land services, including submarine, ship build, and support programs. The Cyber & Intelligence segment offers cyber security services for national security, central government, and government enterprises. The company was formerly known as British Aerospace plc and changed its name to BAE Systems plc in May 2000. BAE Systems plc was incorporated in 1979 and is headquartered in Camberley, the United Kingdom.
Key Metrics
PE ratio
31.62
PB ratio
546.38
Dividend yield
1.60%
Beta
0.01
Market cap
£62.70B
Enterprise value
£70.16B
Company profile
| Industry / Sector | Aerospace & Defense / Industrials |
|---|---|
| Full time employees | 111400 |
| Website | https://www.baesystems.com |
| Mailing address | Victory Point Frimley Camberley GU16 7EX United Kingdom |
| Phone / Fax | 44 87 0414 9034 / |
Dividends
Dividend yield
1.60%
Dividend amount
£0.36
Payout ratio
50.15%
5Y Avg. yield
-%
BAE Systems plc paid £0.36 dividend and the ex-dividend date was 23 Apr 2026.The dividend payout ratio is 50.15%. The dividend payout ratio is defined as the amout of dividend paid divided by the earnings of the company.BA dividend payout ratio is less than 70. This is ideal as it gives company room to grow the dividends and also the excess earnings can be invested in company for growth.
Company Executives
As of Mar 2026, following are the company executives and directors listed on BAE Systems plc.
| Name | Title | Age | Total Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Nicholas Woodburn CBE, Ph.D. | Group CEO & Executive Director | 54 | |
| Mr. Bradley Madsen Greve | CFO & Executive Director | 58 | |
| Mr. Thomas Arnold Arseneault | Executive Director | 62 | |
| Mr. Julian Cracknell | Chief Technology & Information Officer | ||
| Mr. Martin Cooper | Investor Relations Director | ||
| Mr. Ed Gelsthorpe | Group General Counsel | ||
| Ms. Caitlin Hayden | Group Communications Director | ||
| Neils Petersen | Chief of Staff and Executive Vice President of Marketing Operations | ||
| Ms. Tania Gandamihardja | Group Human Resources Director | ||
| Ms. Karin Hoeing | Group ESG, Culture & Business Transformation Director | 54 |
Profitability and management effectiveness
Profit margin
7.28%
Operating margin
10.38%
Return on assets
4.59%
Return on equity
18.14%
Profitability ratios are a class of financial metrics that are used to assess a business's ability to generate earnings relative to its revenue, operating costs, balance sheet assets, and shareholders' equity over time, using data from a specific point in time.
The return on equity signifies how well the management is running the company in terms of capital management. The ideal return on equity is greater than 10%. The return on equity is calculated as net income divided by total share holders equity.
Valuation and Trading Info
The market capitalization of BAE Systems plc is 62.70B and its enterprise value is 70.16B. The enterprise value to revenue ratio of BA is 2.48. The enterprise value to EBITDA ratio of BA is 17.73.
The BA's stocks Beta value is 0.01 making it 99% less volatile compared to LSE market index. Technology stocks and small caps tend to have higher betas than the market benchmark. This indicates that adding the stock to a portfolio will increase the portfolio’s risk, but also increase its expected return. On the other hand utility stocks often have low betas because they tend to move more slowly than market averages.
BAE Systems plc (LSE:BA) Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is BAE Systems plc's Stock Symbol?
BAE Systems plc trades on LSE under the ticker symbol "BA".
2. What is BAE Systems plc's stock price today?
One share of BA stock can currently be purchased for approximately £2150.
3. How can I contact BAE Systems plc?
BAE Systems plc's mailing address is Victory Point Frimley Camberley GU16 7EX United Kingdom. The company can be reached via phone at 44 87 0414 9034.
4. What is BAE Systems plc's official website?
The official website of BAE Systems plc is https://www.baesystems.com.