Leonardo DRS, Inc. Common Stock
DRSLeonardo DRS, Inc. is a defense contractor specializing in the development and manufacturing of military technology and systems. The company provides a range of products including military communication systems, sensor and fire control systems, and surveillance solutions, serving various branches of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied militaries. It operates through segments focused on defense electronics, security, and other advanced technology solutions.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 2, 2025 | $0.09 | 2025-11-18 | 2025-11-18 |
| September 3, 2025 | $0.09 | 2025-08-20 | 2025-08-20 |
| June 5, 2025 | $0.09 | 2025-05-22 | 2025-05-22 |
| March 27, 2025 | $0.09 | 2025-03-13 | 2025-03-13 |
| September 30, 2008 | $0.03 | 2008-09-11 | 2008-09-15 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Leonardo DRS, Inc. Common Stock has rewarded shareholders with 18 dividend payments over the past 20 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held DRS shares during this period received a total of $0.78 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.09/share was paid 52 days ago, on December 2, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: DRS currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 0.87%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2005, the dividend payout has grown by 200.0%, from $0.03 to $0.09.
- Dividend Reliability: DRS has maintained or increased its dividend for 18 consecutive payments.
Company News
While American defense stocks like Leonardo DRS are growing steadily, European defense stocks are booming. Germany's Rheinmetall AG significantly outperforms Leonardo DRS with a one-year return of 232% versus Leonardo's 24%, driven by Germany's pledge to spend 650 billion euros on defense over the next five years and NATO spending commitments.
Defense stocks surged Thursday after President Trump proposed increasing the U.S. military budget from $900 billion to $1.5 trillion by 2027. Defense ETFs and contractors rallied, with small-cap defense companies leading gains. The broader market showed mixed performance, with consumer staples outperforming and technology stocks lagging due to we...
Leonardo DRS experienced a stock decline of nearly 6% after two analysts reduced their price targets following the company's Q3 earnings report, despite beating consensus revenue and earnings numbers.
Leonardo DRS reported strong Q2 2025 financial results, with revenue of $829 million and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.23, exceeding analyst estimates. The defense technology firm saw 10% revenue growth, 42% net earnings increase, and raised its full-year guidance.
The shocking scenes of President Trump and Vice President Vance dressing down Ukrainian President Zelensky led to a surge in European defense stocks, with double-digit gains seen for major companies like Rheinmetall, BAE Systems, Leonardo, Dassault Aviation, and Hensoldt.
