Mercury Systems (MRCY)


Market Price (9/15/2026): $86.96 | Market Cap: $5.2 BilSector: Industrials | Industry: Electrical Components & Equipment

Mercury Systems (MRCY)


Market Price (9/15/2026): $86.96
Market Cap: $5.2 Bil
Sector: Industrials
Industry: Electrical Components & Equipment

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

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Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 10%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and Advanced Aviation & Space. Themes include Software Security, Show more.

Expensive valuation multiples
P/EBITPrice/EBIT or Price/(Operating Income) ratio is 6,899x, P/CFOPrice/(Cash Flow from Operations). CFO is cash before capital expenditures. is 47x

Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is 0.9%

Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -4.8%

Key risks
MRCY key risks include [1] an inability to achieve sustained profitability, Show more.

0 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 10%
1 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and Advanced Aviation & Space. Themes include Software Security, Show more.
2 Expensive valuation multiples
P/EBITPrice/EBIT or Price/(Operating Income) ratio is 6,899x, P/CFOPrice/(Cash Flow from Operations). CFO is cash before capital expenditures. is 47x
3 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is 0.9%
4 Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -4.8%
5 Key risks
MRCY key risks include [1] an inability to achieve sustained profitability, Show more.

MRCY in ETFs

Weight = MRCY's share of each fund

VTI0.01%
ITOT0.01%
IWM0.15%
IJR0.32%
VB0.07%
IJT0.66%
MISL0.55%
SLYG0.50%
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Valuation & Metrics

Price Chart

Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 9/1/2026

Mercury Systems (MRCY) stock has lost about 25% since 5/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Mercury Systems (MRCY) reported a miss on adjusted earnings per share (EPS) and declining profitability metrics for its fiscal Q4 2026, which ended July 3, 2026.

Despite achieving record revenue of $290 million and record bookings of $660 million (up 6.1% and 93.1% year-over-year, respectively), the company's adjusted EPS of $0.37 missed analysts' consensus estimates of $0.38 by $0.01. This also represented a decline from $0.47 in the prior year's comparable quarter. Additionally, the adjusted EBITDA margin contracted to 16.7% from 18.8% in fiscal Q4 2025, and free cash flow decreased from $34 million to $29 million. The full fiscal year 2026 concluded with a GAAP net loss of $29.7 million. These profitability and cash flow concerns likely overshadowed the strong top-line performance and record backlog, negatively impacting investor sentiment.

2. Significant insider selling activity by the CEO raised concerns among investors.

Mercury Systems' Chairman, President & CEO, William L. Ballhaus, conducted multiple substantial stock sales during August 2026. Notably, on August 21 and 24, 2026, he sold 173,209 shares of common stock, with gross proceeds estimated at approximately $15.69 million. While these sales were indicated as being primarily to cover the exercise price of stock options, applicable withholding taxes, and related transaction costs, such a large volume of insider selling can be perceived negatively by the market and contribute to a decline in investor confidence.

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Updated on 9/1/2026

Mercury Systems (MRCY) stock has lost about 25% since 5/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Mercury Systems (MRCY) reported a miss on adjusted earnings per share (EPS) and declining profitability metrics for its fiscal Q4 2026, which ended July 3, 2026.

Despite achieving record revenue of $290 million and record bookings of $660 million (up 6.1% and 93.1% year-over-year, respectively), the company's adjusted EPS of $0.37 missed analysts' consensus estimates of $0.38 by $0.01. This also represented a decline from $0.47 in the prior year's comparable quarter. Additionally, the adjusted EBITDA margin contracted to 16.7% from 18.8% in fiscal Q4 2025, and free cash flow decreased from $34 million to $29 million. The full fiscal year 2026 concluded with a GAAP net loss of $29.7 million. These profitability and cash flow concerns likely overshadowed the strong top-line performance and record backlog, negatively impacting investor sentiment.

2. Significant insider selling activity by the CEO raised concerns among investors.

Mercury Systems' Chairman, President & CEO, William L. Ballhaus, conducted multiple substantial stock sales during August 2026. Notably, on August 21 and 24, 2026, he sold 173,209 shares of common stock, with gross proceeds estimated at approximately $15.69 million. While these sales were indicated as being primarily to cover the exercise price of stock options, applicable withholding taxes, and related transaction costs, such a large volume of insider selling can be perceived negatively by the market and contribute to a decline in investor confidence.

3. Analyst downgrades and mixed valuation signals created investor uncertainty.

In the period following the fiscal Q4 2026 earnings report, several analysts adjusted their ratings and price targets for Mercury Systems. For instance, Zacks Research downgraded the stock from a "strong-buy" to a "hold" rating on August 4, 2026, and Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft also lowered its rating to "hold" on August 12, 2026. While some analysts did raise their price targets (e.g., Robert W. Baird to $130, Piper Sandler to $131), other analyses suggested the stock was potentially overvalued, with one model estimating a fair value of around $45.58 against a closing price of $87.74. This combination of downgrades and conflicting valuation assessments contributed to a cautious outlook and likely weighed on the stock price.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The -27.5% change in MRCY stock from 5/31/2026 to 9/14/2026 was primarily driven by a -28.4% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)53120269142026Change
Stock Price ($)111.7081.03-27.5%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)9679841.7%
P/S Multiple6.94.9-28.4%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)5960-0.4%
Cumulative Contribution-27.5%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

5/31/2026 to 9/14/2026
ReturnCorrelation
MRCY-27.5% 
Market (SPY)0.6%46.7%
Sector (XLI)-1.8%56.5%

Fundamental Drivers

The -9.0% change in MRCY stock from 2/28/2026 to 9/14/2026 was primarily driven by a -12.4% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)22820269142026Change
Stock Price ($)89.0381.03-9.0%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)9439844.4%
P/S Multiple5.64.9-12.4%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)5960-0.4%
Cumulative Contribution-9.0%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

2/28/2026 to 9/14/2026
ReturnCorrelation
MRCY-9.0% 
Market (SPY)11.2%54.1%
Sector (XLI)-3.8%54.8%

Fundamental Drivers

The 20.0% change in MRCY stock from 8/31/2025 to 9/14/2026 was primarily driven by a 12.2% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)83120259142026Change
Stock Price ($)67.5581.0320.0%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)9129847.9%
P/S Multiple4.44.912.2%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)5960-0.9%
Cumulative Contribution20.0%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

8/31/2025 to 9/14/2026
ReturnCorrelation
MRCY20.0% 
Market (SPY)19.0%51.0%
Sector (XLI)13.0%54.1%

Fundamental Drivers

The 106.4% change in MRCY stock from 8/31/2023 to 9/14/2026 was primarily driven by a 113.0% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)83120239142026Change
Stock Price ($)39.2581.03106.4%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)9749841.0%
P/S Multiple2.34.9113.0%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)5760-4.0%
Cumulative Contribution106.4%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

8/31/2023 to 9/14/2026
ReturnCorrelation
MRCY106.4% 
Market (SPY)74.9%33.8%
Sector (XLI)63.5%41.7%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
MRCY Return-37%-19%-18%15%74%10%-8%
Peers Return5%-6%32%26%66%-7%155%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%12%104%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
MRCY Win Rate42%58%42%50%58%44% 
Peers Win Rate50%40%58%68%62%40% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%44% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
MRCY Max Drawdown-49%-42%-44%-28%-21%-36% 
Peers Max Drawdown-21%-31%-17%-17%-21%-35% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: CW, HEI, KTOS, TDY, LHX. See MRCY Returns vs. Peers.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 9/14/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventMRCYS&P 500
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-13.4%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven15.5%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven32 days24 days
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-42.5%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven73.8%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven778 days31 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-28.5%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven39.9%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven1047 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-34.0%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven51.4%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven37 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-23.6%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven31.0%23.8%
  Time to Breakeven37 days105 days
2011 US Debt Ceiling Crisis & European Contagion
  % Loss-36.3%-17.9%
  % Gain to Breakeven56.9%21.8%
  Time to Breakeven1486 days123 days

Compare to CW, HEI, KTOS, TDY, LHX

In The Past

Mercury Systems's stock fell -5.6% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 6.0% gain to breakeven.

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EventMRCYS&P 500
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-42.5%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven73.8%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven778 days31 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-28.5%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven39.9%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven1047 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-34.0%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven51.4%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven37 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-23.6%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven31.0%23.8%
  Time to Breakeven37 days105 days
2011 US Debt Ceiling Crisis & European Contagion
  % Loss-36.3%-17.9%
  % Gain to Breakeven56.9%21.8%
  Time to Breakeven1486 days123 days
2010 Eurozone Sovereign Debt Crisis / Flash Crash
  % Loss-25.4%-15.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven34.1%18.2%
  Time to Breakeven135 days125 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-84.2%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven532.9%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven709 days1085 days

Compare to CW, HEI, KTOS, TDY, LHX

In The Past

Mercury Systems's stock fell -5.6% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 6.0% gain to breakeven.

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Limiting losses and compounding gains is essential to preserving wealth.

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About Mercury Systems (MRCY)

Mercury Systems (MRCY) is a technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced electronic components, modules, and integrated subsystems primarily for the aerospace and defense industries. Operating globally across the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company provides critical technology solutions deployed in a wide array of defense programs and commercial aviation applications.

Its extensive product portfolio ranges from foundational electronic components like power amplifiers, switches, and memory devices, to more complex embedded processing modules, digital receiver boards, and integrated radio frequency (RF) and microwave assemblies. Beyond these building blocks, Mercury Systems also develops sophisticated integrated subsystems and specialized solutions.

These advanced offerings include Digital Radio Frequency Memory (DRFM) units for electronic warfare, radar environment simulation and test systems, and signals intelligence payloads for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). By supplying these essential technologies, Mercury Systems serves as a key partner to defense contractors and commercial aviation customers, contributing significantly to national security and the technological capabilities of modern aerospace and defense systems.

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Here are 1-2 brief analogies to describe Mercury Systems (MRCY):

  • A specialized Intel or Nvidia for the aerospace and defense industry.

  • The 'brains' and 'nervous system' supplier for critical defense systems, much like how Qualcomm provides essential chips and technology for almost every smartphone.

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  • Electronic Components: Fundamental electronic building blocks such as power amplifiers, switches, oscillators, filters, converters, chips, and memory devices.
  • Advanced Electronic Modules & Sub-assemblies: Specialized boards and multi-chip modules for embedded processing, digital receivers, RF/microwave functions, and input/output.
  • Integrated Subsystems: Complete, integrated systems combining various components and modules for specific aerospace and defense applications.
  • Digital Radio Frequency Memory (DRFM) Units: Advanced electronic systems designed for various modern electronic warfare applications.
  • Radar Environment Simulation & Test Systems: Specialized systems for simulating radar environments and testing defense and intelligence applications.
  • UAV Payloads & Processor Systems: Technologies for small unmanned aerial vehicles, including signals intelligence, EO/IR capabilities, and onboard real-time processing systems.

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Mercury Systems (MRCY) sells primarily to other companies.

Based on the provided company description, Mercury Systems' major customers are other companies in the aerospace and defense industries. The company's products and solutions are deployed in approximately 300 programs with 25 defense contractors and commercial aviation customers.

The provided background description does not list the specific names of these customer companies.

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William L. Ballhaus President and Chief Executive Officer

William L. Ballhaus was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Mercury Systems in August 2023, having served as interim President and CEO since June 2023. He also assumed the role of Chairman of the Board. Ballhaus has extensive experience in the aerospace, defense, and technology industries, including multiple CEO roles. He previously served as Chairman and CEO of Blackboard, Inc., an EdTech company, from 2016 until its merger with Anthology in 2021. Prior to that, he was CEO and President of SRA International, Inc., an IT services provider, from 2011 until the creation of CSRA Inc. in 2015 from the combination of SRA and CSC's U.S. public sector business. From 2008 to 2010, he served as CEO and President of government contractor DynCorp International. Ballhaus also held senior leadership positions at BAE Systems, Boeing, and Hughes, where he led global government and commercial technology businesses. He is the founder of MilestoneRoad Partners LLC, established in 2021. He currently serves on several private company boards, including as Executive Chairman at Catalis and on the Board of Directors of Everfox. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Master's and Doctorate degrees in Aeronautics and Astronautics, and a Master's degree in Business Administration.

David Farnsworth Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

David Farnsworth was appointed Chief Financial Officer of Mercury Systems, effective July 2023. In this role, he is responsible for the company's financial reporting, accounting, and tax operations. Before joining Mercury Systems, Farnsworth served as Chief Financial Officer of HawkEye 360, a radio frequency data analytics company operating a commercial satellite constellation. Prior to HawkEye 360, he held several leadership positions at Raytheon, including Vice President and CFO of its Integrated Defense Systems business, CFO of its Intelligence, Information and Services segment, and CFO of its Technical Services business. He also worked at Raytheon Corporate headquarters, where he collaborated with the CEO and COO on strategic initiatives. Farnsworth currently serves on the Boards of Directors of Merrimack Valley Credit Union and USA Diving. He holds a bachelor's degree from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and a master's degree in business administration from Boston University.

Stuart Kupinsky Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer

Stuart Kupinsky is Mercury's Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, overseeing the company's legal strategy, including mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, and enterprise contracts. He has previously served as Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel for five public and private technology companies, including Blackboard Inc. (through its sale to Anthology Inc.) and Tekelec, Inc. (until its sale to Oracle). Kupinsky also served as Chief Counsel for FirstNet, an independent government agency.

Steve Ratner Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer

Ghassan Alaka Chief Information Officer

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Key Risks to Mercury Systems (MRCY)

The key risks to Mercury Systems' business operations include persistent operational losses and challenges in profitability, risks associated with contract execution and program delays, and intense competition within the defense industry necessitating continuous, substantial investment in research and development.

The most significant risk stems from Mercury Systems' ongoing operational losses and struggles with profitability. Recent financial reports indicate that "challenged programs" have adversely impacted earnings, with the company recording negative sales and net income in the second quarter of FY2024. The company has faced operational losses, with an $8.6 million loss from operations reported in a 10-Q filing, indicating difficulties in converting revenue growth into bottom-line profitability. Over the last five years, Mercury Systems has experienced a 7.6 percentage point decrease in its operating margin and an 18.3% annual decline in earnings per share, despite revenue growth, suggesting rising costs that it has been unable to pass on to customers. There is also a risk that legacy low-margin contracts could undermine future earnings.

Secondly, Mercury Systems faces significant risks related to contract execution and potential program delays. As a crucial supplier to major defense programs, the company's performance is highly exposed to the complexities, budget constraints, political decisions, and technological hurdles inherent in these initiatives. Any substantial delays or issues in key programs, such as the LTAMDS radar or the potential Golden Dome initiative, could directly impact the company's revenue and profitability. The company's sales growth has also been affected by supply chain issues and program delays, particularly in the wake of the pandemic.

Finally, the highly competitive landscape of the defense industry and the imperative for continuous investment in research and development (R&D) pose a substantial risk. Mercury Systems operates in a market characterized by numerous competitors vying for contracts and market share, including both established defense contractors and new entrants with innovative technologies. To maintain its competitive edge and meet evolving customer demands, the company must continually invest in R&D to develop new capabilities and differentiate its offerings. These R&D expenses represent a significant cost, and the company must ensure these investments translate into commercially viable products and solutions to drive future revenue and profitability.

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Mercury Systems (MRCY) operates in several addressable markets within the aerospace and defense industries, including digital radio frequency memory (DRFM), signals intelligence (SIGINT), radar environment simulation and test systems, electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) technologies, and onboard processor systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

  • Digital Radio Frequency Memory (DRFM): The global digital radio frequency memory (DRFM) market was estimated at USD 1.16 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2.68 billion by 2031, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 11.07% from 2024 to 2031. North America held the largest share of this market. Another estimate values the global DRFM market at USD 1.3 billion in 2025, expected to grow to USD 3.9 billion by 2035 at an 11.1% CAGR. The North America DRFM market was valued at USD 0.91 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1.56 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 9.41%.
  • Signals Intelligence (SIGINT): The global signals intelligence (SIGINT) market was estimated at USD 30.4 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 60.9 billion by 2035, exhibiting a CAGR of 7.6%. North America is the largest market for SIGINT, with the U.S. alone accounting for approximately 93% share and generating USD 16.4 billion in revenue in 2025.
  • Radar Environment Simulation and Test Systems: The global radar simulator market size was estimated at USD 3.13 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 4.28 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 5.6%. North America accounted for the largest share, over 31% in 2024. Another report projects the global radar simulator market to reach USD 3.48 billion by 2031 from USD 1.91 billion in 2023, with a CAGR of 7.8%. North America dominated this market in 2023.
  • EO/IR Technologies for Small UAV Platforms (Military Electro-Optics & Infrared Systems and EO/IR Gimbals): The global military electro-optics & infrared systems market size was approximately USD 10.7 billion in 2024, with projections to grow to USD 14.4 billion by 2033. The North America military EO/IR systems market is expected to exceed USD 4.1 billion by 2034. For EO/IR gimbals, the global market size was valued at USD 1.02 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow to USD 3.36 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 14.13%. North America is predicted to have the most significant market share for EO/IR gimbals.
  • Onboard UAV Processor Systems (UAV Chips and Drone Onboard Computers, as part of the broader Military Embedded Systems and Embedded Processor markets):
    • UAV Chips: The global UAV Chips market was valued at USD 1,379.73 million in 2024 and is anticipated to reach USD 3,514.69 million by 2032, with a CAGR of 12.46%. North America leads this market with a 36% share. Another projection for the global UAV Chips market is from US$ 3,360 million in 2025 to US$ 6,091 million by 2032.
    • Drone Onboard Computers: The drone onboard computer market was valued at USD 381.29 million in 2025 and is expected to increase to USD 897.03 million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 13.0%. Another estimate projects this market to expand from USD 490.5 million in 2024 to USD 1802.3 million by 2034.
    • Military Embedded Systems / Embedded Processors for Aerospace & Defense: The global embedded processor market size was valued at USD 21.15 billion in 2024 and is estimated to reach USD 36.63 billion by 2033. North America dominates the embedded processor market, holding over 35.6% share in 2024. The U.S. military embedded systems market alone was valued at USD 769.5 million in 2025, and North America held a 42.6% share of the global military embedded systems market in the same year.

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Mercury Systems (MRCY) anticipates several key drivers for its revenue growth over the next two to three years:

  1. Conversion of Record Backlog and Higher-Margin Bookings: The company has achieved a record backlog approaching $1.5 billion, with a book-to-bill ratio of 1.23 in the second quarter of fiscal year 2026. This substantial backlog indicates a strong pipeline of future revenue. Management also expects new, higher-margin bookings to gradually replace legacy lower-margin programs, improving both revenue quality and growth.
  2. Expansion of Production Capacity and Operational Efficiency: Strategic investments in automated factory capacity, including an additional 50,000 square feet in Phoenix, Arizona, are expected to support the ramp-up of common processing architecture production. These efficiency initiatives and increased capacity enable the company to accelerate customer deliveries and pull forward revenue.
  3. Growth in Critical Technology Segments and Strategic Acquisitions: Continued success and follow-on awards in the common processing architecture segment are expected to drive revenue. Furthermore, the strategic value derived from acquisitions, such as StarLab's cyber capabilities, strengthens Mercury Systems' offerings and contributes to growth in key technology areas.
  4. Increased Global Defense Budgets and International Sales: While management maintains a conservative outlook, the potential for increased U.S. and international defense budgets presents an upside for Mercury Systems. Foreign Military Sales and other international revenues accounted for approximately 15% of total revenue in a recent quarter, highlighting the opportunity for growth in global defense spending.

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Share Repurchases

  • On November 3, 2025, Mercury Systems' Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase program for the purchase of up to $200.0 million of the company's outstanding common stock, with no expiration date.
  • During the second quarter of fiscal year 2026 (ended around December 2025), the company spent $15 million on share repurchases.

Share Issuance

  • There were no significant public offerings by Mercury Systems for share issuance reported within the last 3-5 years.
  • The company's institutional ownership remained largely unchanged at 114.12% in February 2026, indicating trading of existing shares rather than new company-initiated issuances.
  • Some shares were issued in February 2026 through restricted stock vesting as compensation, though a total dollar amount for the period was not specified.

Inbound Investments

  • No large, strategic inbound investments made in Mercury Systems by third-parties like private equity firms or strategic partners were reported within the last 3-5 years.
  • A strategic review in 2023 explored a potential company sale following activist investor pressure, but no acquisition or major inbound investment was announced as completed.

Outbound Investments

  • In March 2026, Mercury Systems acquired SolderMask, Inc., a specialized manufacturing processes provider, to enhance production capabilities and support higher-rate production.
  • In May 2025, the company acquired Star Lab, which focuses on security for OS and embedded systems.
  • In 2021, Mercury Systems made two notable acquisitions: Atlanta Micro for $90 million in November and Pentek for $65 million in May.

Capital Expenditures

  • For the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, capital expenditures were reported as $6 million.
  • Mercury Systems plans to bring over 50,000 square feet of factory space online in Q3 of fiscal year 2026 to support ramped production for its Common Processing Architecture programs.
  • As part of the SolderMask acquisition in March 2026, Mercury intends to establish a parallel manufacturing process line at its Phoenix facility to boost production capacity and efficiency.

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Peer Outperformance in Electrical Components & Equipment

MRCY has outperformed 68% of its 40 Electrical Components & Equipment peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it is ENS. Electrical Components & Equipment ranks 11th of 23 industries in Industrials by median 5Y return.
Share of Electrical Components & Equipment constituents that MRCY has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
50%
of 48 industry peers · 12.2% return
3Y
73%
of 45 industry peers · 113.6% return
5Y
68%
of 40 industry peers · 75.3% return
Electrical Components & Equipment peers with revenue growth within 4pp of MRCY's that beat it on at least 2 of 3 windows, and by at least 20pp over 5Y. Growth is matched by construction, so the gap is largely a re-rating gap. The multiple column is the context for it.
Ticker Name Rev Growth 3Y Avg P/E 1Y3Y5Y 5Y Gap
MRCY Mercury Systems 0.9% -163.0x 12.2%113.6%75.3%
ENS EnerSys 0.8% 17.5x 59.2%79.4%129.4% +54pp
Price returns, excluding dividends. P/E shown for context only and not used for matching.
Median price return by industry across the Industrials sector, ranked by 5Y. Electrical Components & Equipment is MRCY's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
Industry Names 1Y med3Y med5Y med Top 3 by 5Y
Construction & Engineering 31 9.7%97.1%177.4% CDNL 2480% · FIX 2192% · STRL 1980%
Marine Transportation 5 76.2%62.9%160.6% HOS 44584% · MATX 198% · KEX 161%
Construction Machinery & Heavy Transportation Equipment 13 6.3%60.9%118.4% CAT 315% · ALSN 262% · WAB 216%
Aerospace & Defense 54 -2.5%75.1%69.9% ATI 948% · FTAI 881% · HWM 620%
Rail Transportation 7 33.8%65.3%43.0% FSTR 145% · CSX 70% · UNP 56%
Passenger Ground Transportation 3 -23.7%41.0%38.8% UBER 89% · CAR 39% · LYFT -69%
Trading Companies & Distributors 19 6.6%37.2%38.0% DXPE 543% · AIT 283% · URI 202%
Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components 71 6.1%43.1%36.7% CRS 1250% · PSIX 925% · GHM 579%
Cargo Ground Transportation 16 37.0%5.2%32.8% XPO 256% · R 234% · CVLG 227%
Diversified Support Services 33 10.1%31.6%26.4% LIME 3473% · TH 425% · WLFC 348%
Electrical Components & Equipment ← 41 12.2%53.3%18.2% POWL 2153% · BE 1230% · VRT 913%
Building Products 33 -12.2%3.2%17.7% LMB 672% · GFF 383% · PPIH 285%
Industrial Conglomerates 17 4.5%1.7%5.8% RCMT 428% · CSW 134% · CSL 76%
Environmental & Facilities Services 29 -9.5%25.1%-3.2% CECO 911% · ADUR 390% · NVRI 358%
Research & Consulting Services 13 -10.4%-21.9%-5.8% HURN 212% · CRAI 92% · GRNQ 86%
Agricultural & Farm Machinery 17 7.7%5.2%-9.7% BLBD 219% · DE 102% · GENC 50%
Data Processing & Outsourced Services 6 -30.8%-11.1%-22.8% EXLS 47% · BR 13% · G -22%
Passenger Airlines 11 1.9%2.4%-27.7% LTM 3279% · UAL 148% · SKYW 115%
Office Services & Supplies 9 8.3%22.4%-29.0% PBI 199% · TILE 144% · HNI 50%
Air Freight & Logistics 12 -8.0%-22.1%-36.6% CHRW 95% · FDX 68% · EXPD 60%
Security & Alarm Services 10 -31.9%16.1%-37.3% CIX 154% · MG 106% · NL 67%
Human Resource & Employment Services 22 2.8%-20.1%-38.0% BBSI 85% · ADP 54% · PAYX 26%
Airport Services 3 -70.8%-79.3%-58.0% JOBY -23% · ASLE -58% · UP -100%
Median of constituents with a full price history over each window. Top names are unfiltered by size in this render.

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Peer Comparisons

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Financials

MRCYCWHEIKTOSTDYLHXMedian
NameMercury .Curtiss-.Heico Kratos D.Teledyne.L3Harris. 
Mkt Price81.03551.21303.7547.58597.11248.93276.34
Mkt Cap4.820.442.49.027.646.424.0
Rev LTM9843,6545,1771,5226,37422,9324,415
Op Inc LTM76901,245231,2402,313965
FCF LTM686251,030-1291,1422,808828
FCF 3Y Avg71526790-621,0172,152658
CFO LTM1027211,111-401,2713,292916
CFO 3Y Avg101597857121,1252,594727

Growth & Margins

MRCYCWHEIKTOSTDYLHXMedian
NameMercury .Curtiss-.Heico Kratos D.Teledyne.L3Harris. 
Rev Chg LTM7.9%10.5%20.7%25.5%7.9%7.3%9.2%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg0.9%10.3%25.8%16.6%4.5%8.6%9.4%
Rev Chg Q6.1%5.4%23.1%30.5%9.8%8.4%9.1%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM1.7%1.3%5.4%7.6%2.4%2.0%2.2%
Op Inc Chg LTM172.0%15.3%29.8%13.2%12.9%4.5%14.2%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg-517.2%14.8%29.0%109.1%6.9%9.9%12.3%
Op Mgn LTM0.8%18.9%24.0%1.5%19.4%10.1%14.5%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg-4.9%18.2%22.5%2.3%18.8%9.9%14.0%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM-1.0%0.4%0.5%-0.4%0.4%0.2%0.3%
CFO/Rev LTM10.4%19.7%21.5%-2.6%19.9%14.4%17.0%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg11.0%17.9%19.1%1.4%18.9%11.9%14.9%
FCF/Rev LTM6.9%17.1%19.9%-8.5%17.9%12.2%14.7%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg7.7%15.8%17.6%-4.4%17.1%9.8%12.8%

Valuation

MRCYCWHEIKTOSTDYLHXMedian
NameMercury .Curtiss-.Heico Kratos D.Teledyne.L3Harris. 
Mkt Cap4.820.442.49.027.646.424.0
P/S4.95.68.25.94.32.05.2
P/Op Inc645.329.534.1386.822.320.031.8
P/EBIT6,898.827.834.0229.522.216.530.9
P/E-163.037.650.1290.428.424.933.0
P/CFO47.228.238.2-226.621.714.125.0
Total Yield-0.6%2.8%2.1%0.3%3.5%6.0%2.4%
Dividend Yield0.0%0.1%0.1%0.0%0.0%2.0%0.0%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg2.1%3.1%1.9%-0.7%4.3%4.4%2.6%
D/E0.10.10.10.00.10.20.1
Net D/E0.10.00.1-0.10.10.20.1

Returns

MRCYCWHEIKTOSTDYLHXMedian
NameMercury .Curtiss-.Heico Kratos D.Teledyne.L3Harris. 
1M Rtn-27.1%-21.2%-18.9%-26.3%-12.1%-14.3%-20.1%
3M Rtn-30.1%-27.7%-9.6%-16.6%-5.0%-17.8%-17.2%
6M Rtn0.4%-19.3%4.3%-46.9%-7.5%-31.4%-13.4%
12M Rtn12.2%8.5%-4.7%-31.2%7.3%-9.4%1.3%
3Y Rtn113.6%176.9%85.1%225.9%43.9%52.7%99.3%
1M Excs Rtn-23.9%-17.7%-16.0%-21.9%-9.1%-11.0%-16.8%
3M Excs Rtn-35.2%-29.8%-10.9%-20.1%-7.2%-21.3%-20.7%
6M Excs Rtn-11.2%-30.8%-9.6%-60.5%-21.4%-44.9%-26.1%
12M Excs Rtn-4.8%-7.7%-20.9%-45.4%-10.2%-25.5%-15.6%
3Y Excs Rtn47.9%104.5%11.4%144.3%-25.6%-14.8%29.6%

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Integrated Solutions476457576654591
Modules and Sub-assemblies246186200167157
Components190192197167176
Total912835974988924


Operating Income by Segment
$ Mil20112010200920072006
Advanced Computer Systems (ACS)322213  
Elimination-10-0  
Mercury Federal Systems-1-1   
Stock Compensation Expense-6-4-5  
EBU  -1  
Advanced Solutions   -70
Defense Electronics   -10-3
Imaging and Visualization Solutions Group   -8-5
Modular Products and Services   0-2
Total25178-24-9


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$81.03 
Market Cap ($ Bil)4.8 
First Trading Date01/30/1998 
Distance from 52W High-35.8% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$98.10$90.81
DMA Trendupdown
Distance from DMA-17.4%-10.8%
 3M1YR
Volatility63.9%57.9%
Downside Capture343.20292.52
Upside Capture137.02255.58
Correlation (SPY)39.3%51.3%
MRCY Betas & Captures as of 8/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta4.133.242.332.372.281.14
Up Beta5.355.093.472.361.870.98
Down Beta8.983.001.061.131.590.63
Up Capture154%97%191%353%593%405%
Bmk +ve Days10213268138427
Stock +ve Days9203062129381
Down Capture501%392%257%225%174%109%
Bmk -ve Days11213259113324
Stock -ve Days11213364120365

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with MRCY
MRCY10.9%57.7%0.40-
Sector ETF (XLI)12.4%17.2%0.5154.1%
Equity (SPY)16.8%12.8%0.9351.2%
Gold (GLD)17.4%29.3%0.5526.1%
Commodities (DBC)49.5%20.6%1.85-9.7%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.1%13.5%0.128.7%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-33.3%43.9%-0.8023.8%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with MRCY
MRCY9.9%47.7%0.35-
Sector ETF (XLI)11.8%17.6%0.5140.6%
Equity (SPY)12.4%17.2%0.5535.0%
Gold (GLD)18.1%18.8%0.7814.6%
Commodities (DBC)11.4%19.5%0.465.2%
Real Estate (VNQ)0.6%18.9%-0.0723.5%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)9.1%52.6%0.3618.4%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with MRCY
MRCY13.4%45.0%0.44-
Sector ETF (XLI)13.1%20.1%0.5746.9%
Equity (SPY)15.2%17.9%0.7244.1%
Gold (GLD)12.1%16.4%0.619.4%
Commodities (DBC)8.8%18.1%0.4010.5%
Real Estate (VNQ)4.7%20.7%0.1933.6%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)63.3%66.2%1.0312.9%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date8312026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity5.2 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 81520265.1%
Average Daily Volume1.1 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest4.9 days
Basic Shares Quantity59.7 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares8.8%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 8/27/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
8/18/2026-3.6%-16.4% 
5/5/202610.5%11.3%42.0%
2/3/2026-22.3%-15.0%-14.4%
11/4/20253.3%-3.9%-6.8%
5/6/2025-4.9%-7.3%3.2%
2/4/202518.5%11.1%4.1%
11/5/202423.5%27.6%12.2%
8/13/202417.6%13.9%8.3%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive11912
# Negative131511
Median Positive7.0%11.1%7.6%
Median Negative-11.4%-7.3%-6.8%
Max Positive23.5%27.6%42.0%
Max Negative-22.3%-16.4%-21.5%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
8/18/2026-3.6%-16.4% 
5/5/202610.5%11.3%42.0%
2/3/2026-22.3%-15.0%-14.4%
11/4/20253.3%-3.9%-6.8%
5/6/2025-4.9%-7.3%3.2%
2/4/202518.5%11.1%4.1%
11/5/202423.5%27.6%12.2%
8/13/202417.6%13.9%8.3%
5/7/2024-1.2%-0.6%3.6%
2/6/2024-11.4%-0.7%1.6%
11/7/2023-12.6%-5.7%-1.8%
8/15/20236.9%12.2%12.3%
5/2/2023-17.3%-11.4%-11.3%
1/31/202312.4%9.2%6.9%
11/1/20222.9%4.0%5.9%
8/2/2022-13.3%-12.6%-16.3%
5/3/20227.0%-1.6%13.7%
2/1/2022-7.4%-7.9%22.4%
11/2/20212.4%0.1%-6.7%
8/3/2021-12.0%-13.4%-21.5%
5/4/2021-17.8%-10.1%-6.7%
2/2/2021-5.6%-0.1%-15.3%
11/3/2020-4.4%-5.8%-3.0%
8/4/20200.5%1.3%-1.0%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive11912
# Negative131511
Median Positive7.0%11.1%7.6%
Median Negative-11.4%-7.3%-6.8%
Max Positive23.5%27.6%42.0%
Max Negative-22.3%-16.4%-21.5%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202608/18/202610-K
03/31/202605/05/202610-Q
12/31/202502/03/202610-Q
09/30/202511/04/202510-Q
06/30/202508/11/202510-K
03/31/202505/06/202510-Q
12/31/202402/04/202510-Q
09/30/202411/05/202410-Q
06/30/202408/13/202410-K
03/31/202405/07/202410-Q
12/31/202302/06/202410-Q
09/30/202311/07/202310-Q
06/30/202308/15/202310-K
03/31/202305/09/202310-Q
12/31/202202/07/202310-Q
09/30/202211/08/202210-Q
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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202608/18/202610-K
03/31/202605/05/202610-Q
12/31/202502/03/202610-Q
09/30/202511/04/202510-Q
06/30/202508/11/202510-K
03/31/202505/06/202510-Q
12/31/202402/04/202510-Q
09/30/202411/05/202410-Q
06/30/202408/13/202410-K
03/31/202405/07/202410-Q
12/31/202302/06/202410-Q
09/30/202311/07/202310-Q
06/30/202308/15/202310-K
03/31/202305/09/202310-Q
12/31/202202/07/202310-Q
09/30/202211/08/202210-Q
06/30/202208/16/202210-K
03/31/202205/10/202210-Q
12/31/202102/08/202210-Q
09/30/202111/09/202110-Q
06/30/202108/17/202110-K
03/31/202105/11/202110-Q
12/31/202002/09/202110-Q
09/30/202011/10/202010-Q
06/30/202008/18/202010-K
03/31/202005/05/202010-Q
12/31/201902/04/202010-Q
09/30/201911/05/201910-Q

Insider Activity

Updated 9/15/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Ratner, StevenEVP, CHRODirectSell908202684.514,000338,0301,628,884Form
2Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell827202689.1049,0904,373,72632,236,944Form
3Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell827202687.12111,0769,676,61529,832,046Form
4Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell825202689.50108,2099,684,87026,835,806Form
5Ratner, StevenEVP, CHRO401K PlanSell825202691.36356  Form
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Ratner, StevenEVP, CHRODirectSell908202684.514,000338,0301,628,884Form
2Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell827202689.1049,0904,373,72632,236,944Form
3Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell827202687.12111,0769,676,61529,832,046Form
4Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell825202689.50108,2099,684,87026,835,806Form
5Ratner, StevenEVP, CHRO401K PlanSell825202691.36356  Form
6Kupinsky, StuartEVP, CLO & Corp SecDirectSell825202695.231,00095,2305,366,401Form
7Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell825202692.4165,0006,006,48523,660,684Form
8Munro, DouglasSVP, CAODirectSell821202697.6710910,6461,267,996Form
9Ratner, StevenEVP, CHRODirectSell821202697.671,026100,2132,273,348Form
10Farnsworth, David EEVP, CFODirectSell821202697.676,612645,81711,522,238Form
11Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell821202697.6722,0102,149,79222,288,809Form
12Munro, DouglasSVP, CAODirectSell8212026100.3154854,9681,313,106Form
13Ratner, StevenEVP, CHRODirectSell8212026100.312,187219,3692,437,536Form
14Kupinsky, StuartEVP, CLO & Corp SecDirectSell8212026100.311,308131,2005,752,750Form
15Farnsworth, David EEVP, CFODirectSell8212026100.318,155817,99512,496,021Form
16Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell8212026100.3126,8022,688,40125,097,296Form
17Munro, DouglasSVP, CAODirectSell8192026111.3649455,0111,518,808Form
18Ratner, StevenEVP, CHRODirectSell8192026111.361,971219,4862,949,643Form
19Kupinsky, StuartEVP, CLO & Corp SecDirectSell8192026111.361,178131,1796,532,243Form
20Farnsworth, David EEVP, CFODirectSell8192026111.367,347818,14514,780,953Form
21Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell8192026111.3624,1442,688,62030,847,121Form
22Munro, DouglasSVP, CAODirectSell8192026109.9540444,4201,553,936Form
23Ratner, StevenEVP, CHRODirectSell8192026109.951,084119,1873,129,093Form
24Kupinsky, StuartEVP, CLO & Corp SecDirectSell8192026109.951,195131,3916,579,242Form
25Farnsworth, David EEVP, CFODirectSell8192026109.951,345147,88415,402,032Form
26Ballhaus, William LChairman, President & CEODirectSell8192026109.953,536388,78633,112,079Form
27Lance, Howard L The Howard L. Lance Revocable Living Trust Dated 9/1/2006Sell527202699.769,250  Form
28Ratner, StevenEVP, CHRODirectSell512202692.462,000184,9202,980,725Form
29Farnsworth, David EEVP, CFODirectSell417202684.873,625307,66113,384,384Form
30Jana, Partners Management, LPSee footnoteSell304202689.68100,8999,048,622368,998,942Form
31Jana, Partners Management, LPSee footnoteSell304202690.12168,64815,198,558379,902,392Form
32Jana, Partners Management, LPSee footnoteSell304202694.05182,51017,165,066412,330,718Form
33Lance, Howard L DirectSell227202688.984,832429,9602,426,709Form
34Kupinsky, StuartEVP, CLO & Corp SecDirectSell219202683.562,287191,0915,682,603Form
35Munro, DouglasSVP, CAODirectSell219202683.5658248,6291,197,182Form
36Jana, Partners Management, LPSee footnoteSell211202681.00400,00032,400,000369,900,675Form
37Munro, DouglasSVP, CAODirectSell1113202573.421,32997,5701,077,599Form
38Plunkett, Debora A DirectSell1110202573.991,700125,7841,245,484Form
39Jana, Partners Management, LPSee footnoteSell1110202575.451,000,00075,450,000374,735,629Form
40Munro, DouglasVP, CAODirectSell917202573.40674,9181,174,981Form

Investor Activity (13F)

Updated Sep 15, 2026
13F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)

Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.

Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
JANA Partners Management, LP$299.5 Mil18.6%10TRIM -17.2%13F
Active Manager
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
JANA Partners Management, LP$299.5 Mil18.6%10TRIM -17.2%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
JANA Partners Management, LP$299.5 Mil18.6%10TRIM -17.2%13F
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