Elbit Systems Ltd. (ESLT) - Stock Analysis
Last updated: Apr 4, 2026
Research Idea
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Elbit has reported record Q4/FY results and a $28.1B backlog with multiple new defense contracts worth hundreds of millions of dollars, driving a ~36% share surge over 21 days and a breakout to new highs. Defenseâsector tailwinds plus strong contract momentum make this a highâpotential shortâterm momentum trade despite rich valuation.
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Valuation Metrics
Fundamental Analysis
Key Financial Insights: ⢠Strong free cashflow ⢠Low net leverage ⢠High valuation multiples Elbit is a cash-generative, lowâleverage defense contractor with solid gross margins and conservative payouts but modest asset returns and sizable workingâcapital needs, while being priced at very rich multiples (P/E â88, EV/EBITDA â52.7).
Price Behavior
Key Price Behavior Insights: ⢠Rangebound action ⢠Failed highs ⢠Rebound off low Support Level: $816.77 (primary); $870â$890 (secondary) Resistance Level: $920â$1,014 (notably $1,014.33) Over the last month the stock has been rangebound with nearâzero net return (888.97 vs 888.10) amid high intraâperiod volatility, failing to sustain March peaks and bouncing off a recent lowâbuyers must clear $920â$956 to resume an uptrend, while a break below $816â$820 would indicate renewed downside.
Sentiment & News
Key News Insights: ⢠Strong revenue/EPS ⢠Large international backlog ⢠Institutional rebalancing Elbit reported strong FY25 results and a $28B backlog fueling demand-led growth in unmanned systems, lifting shares while high forward multiples and notable stake cuts temper the outlook.
AI Summary
Elbit has reârated from a midâcycle defense contractor to a highâgrowth, highâmultiple defenseâtech platform backed by a $28B international backlog and fastâgrowing highâmargin electronics, but investors should remain on hold until management proves repeatable margin expansion and sustained freeâcashâflow conversion in 2026â27 because current valuation leaves minimal room for execution or workingâcapital slippage.
Description
Elbit Systems Ltd. is an Israeli defense contractor that develops and supplies a broad range of airborne, land and naval platforms, sensors, weapons, communications and cyber systems for military, homeland security and commercial aviation customers. The company serves governments and industrial partners as both prime contractor and subcontractor and also provides training, support and integration services. Founded in 1966 and headquartered in Haifa, Elbit operates across the United States, Europe, Latin America, the AsiaâPacific region and other international markets.
Idea History
| Date | Close | Ticker | Company | Summary | Status | P/L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 18 | Mar 25 | ESLT | Elbit Systems Ltd. | Elbit has reported record Q4/FY results and a $28.1B backlog with multiple new defense contracts worth hundreds of millions of dollars, driving a ~36% share surge over 21 days and a breakout to new highs. Defenseâsector tailwinds plus strong contract momentum make this a highâpotential shortâterm momentum trade despite rich valuation. | Closed | -4.4% |