BAE Systems plc
BA.LIndustrialsLSEAerospace & Defense
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Daily timeframeBAE Systems plc provides defense, aerospace, and security solutions in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, Australia, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Europe, and internationally. The $56.01B market capitalization puts BA.L squarely in large-cap range for its industry. The company operates through five segments: Electronic Systems, Platforms & Services, Air, Maritime, and Cyber & Intelligence.
Market Cap
$56.01B
Beta
-0.06
P/E (TTM)
28.07
P/E (Fwd)
20.17
EPS (TTM)
$0.68
EPS (Fwd)
$0.95
ROE
18.1%
ROA
4.5%
Cash
$3.47B
Total Debt
$9.16B
Free CF
$1.78B
52W Change
-2.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $3.47B in cash, though total debt stands at $9.16B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Annual free cash flow of $1.78B supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. ROE of 18.1% points to strong capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 4.5% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $19.52B (2021) to $28.34B (2025), reflecting a 45% increase over the period.
The relatively low beta of -0.06 suggests BA.L is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for BAE Systems plc and its sector.