Jacobs Engineering Group Inc (J)

Currency in USD
107.27
-6.88(-6.03%)
Closed·
107.270.00(0.00%)
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Unusual trading volume
Trading near 52-week Low
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Fair Value
Day's Range
105.68114.72
52 wk Range
105.68168.44
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
107.27
Open
113.78
Day's Range
105.68-114.72
52 wk Range
105.68-168.44
Volume
2.65M
Average Vol. (3m)
1.03M
1-Year Change
-14.3499%
Book Value / Share
28.04
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
158.27
Upside
+47.54%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Has raised its dividend for 7 consecutive years
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Analyst Ratings

11 Buy
6 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
17 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 158.27
(+47.54% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Wells Fargo
Hold131.00+22.12%137.00MaintainMay 07, 2026
Truist Securities
Hold150.00+39.83%151.00MaintainMay 06, 2026
Baird
Hold148.00+37.97%126.00MaintainMay 06, 2026
KeyBanc
Buy150.00+39.83%154.00MaintainMay 06, 2026
RBC Capital
Buy169.00+57.55%160.00MaintainMay 06, 2026

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc SWOT Analysis


Future Outlook
Investor Day on February 18, 2025, to reveal medium-term targets; analysts' price targets range from $150 to $157, signaling confidence in growth trajectory
Margin Expansion Plans
Analysts anticipate 50-80 basis points annual margin growth, driven by global delivery efficiencies, positioning Jacobs competitively within the industry
Financial Resilience
Strong Q1 FY2025 performance surpasses expectations, with projected EPS of $6.00 for FY2025 and $6.86 for FY2026, showcasing robust growth potential
Strategic Positioning
Jacobs Engineering Group focuses on high-growth sectors, particularly advanced facilities and water/environmental services, driving long-term value and market share
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Jacobs Engineering Group Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Jacobs Engineering Q2 2026 EPS of $1.75 beat forecast of $1.64 by 6.71%; revenue rose 27% YoY to $2.3B, surpassing $2.28B estimate.
  • Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 14.1%, up 70 bps YoY; adjusted EBITDA reached $327M, representing 14% YoY growth.
  • Company raised FY 2026 EPS guidance to $7.10-$7.35 range and increased adjusted EBITDA margin outlook to 14.6%-14.9%.
  • Stock declined 3.15% in after-hours to $126.62 despite earnings beat, trading near 52-week low of $118.38 amid investor concerns.
  • CEO cited successful strategic execution in digital enablement and AI; PA Consulting integration expected to drive cost synergies in FY 2027.
Last Updated: 05/11/2026, 12:27 PM
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Jacobs Engineering investor slides for Q2/2026
Jacobs Q2 2026 slides
Last Update: May 11, 2026
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Earnings

Latest Release
May 05, 2026
EPS / Forecast
1.75 / 1.64
Revenue / Forecast
2.3B / 2.28B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 3.43%
Dividend Yield
1.22%
Industry Median 1.39%
Annualized Payout
1.44
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+11.10%
Growth Streak

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P/E Ratio
30.9x32.8x12.8x
PEG Ratio
−3.410.870.03
Price / Book
3.8x3.6x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
1.0x1.5x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
26.4%25.4%20.2%
Fair Value Upside
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Jacobs Solutions Inc. engages in the infrastructure and advanced facilities, and consulting businesses in the United States, Europe, Canada, India, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, and Africa. The company provides consulting, planning, architecture, design, engineering, and infrastructure delivery services including project, program, and construction management and long-term operation of facilities. It also offers consulting services for consumer and manufacturing, defense and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government, health and life sciences, and transport sectors. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
55.87M47.32%6.38B
Other Institutional Investors
51.59M43.69%5.89B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
10.61M8.99%1.21B
Total
118.08M100.00%13.48B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
The Vanguard Group, Inc.11.57%13,662,1931,559,539
BlackRock, Inc.8.15%9,623,9321,098,572

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FAQ

What Is the Jacobs Engineering (J) Stock Price Today?

The Jacobs Engineering stock price today is 107.27 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Jacobs Engineering Trade On?

Jacobs Engineering is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Jacobs Engineering?

The stock symbol for Jacobs Engineering is "J."

Does Jacobs Engineering Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Jacobs Engineering dividend yield is 1.34%.

What Is the Jacobs Engineering Market Cap?

As of today, Jacobs Engineering market cap is 12.67B USD.

What Is Jacobs Engineering's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Jacobs Engineering EPS (TTM) is 3.43.

When Is the Next Jacobs Engineering Earnings Date?

Jacobs Engineering will release its next earnings report on Aug 11, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is J a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Jacobs Engineering Stock Split?

Jacobs Engineering has split 8 times.

How Many Employees Does Jacobs Engineering Have?

Jacobs Engineering has 47000 employees.

What is the current trading status of Jacobs Engineering (J)?

As of May 14, 2026, Jacobs Engineering (J) is trading at a price of 107.27 USD, with a previous close of 107.27 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 105.68 USD to 114.72 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 105.68 USD to 168.44 USD.

What Is Jacobs Engineering (J) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Jacobs Engineering is 158.27 USD, with a high estimate of 181 USD and a low estimate of 131 USD. 11 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +47.54% Upside potential.
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