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RESTON, Va. - Leidos (NYSE:LDOS) announced Tuesday that its B220-HT explosive trace detection system has received G1 Standard certification, meeting upcoming European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) regulatory requirements for airport security equipment. The company, with a market capitalization of $24.14 billion, continues to strengthen its position as a prominent player in the Professional Services industry.
The certification comes ahead of a late 2026 deadline when all explosive trace detection systems at European Union airport passenger checkpoints must comply with stricter detection standards outlined in the G1 Standard. Leidos has more than 750 B220-HT units currently deployed across European airports. According to InvestingPro data, the company’s stock has shown impressive momentum with a 33.67% price return over the past six months, reflecting investor confidence in its strategic initiatives.
"This certification reflects our commitment to delivering detection capabilities to our customers that meet the highest global security standards," said Michael Van Gelder, senior vice president and business area leader within Leidos’ Commercial & International sector, according to the company’s press release.
The B220-HT is a desktop system that analyzes trace samples collected from objects or skin to detect explosives and narcotics. The system is designed for high-throughput environments like busy airport security checkpoints.
The certification allows Leidos to implement required software updates for existing customers before the regulatory deadline takes effect. The B220-HT is part of Leidos’ broader portfolio of trace detection systems, which includes the QS-B220 model used at U.S. airports.
Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025, and employs 47,000 people globally. The company provides various aviation solutions including security screening, checkpoint deployment, and air traffic management. With current revenue of $17.33 billion in the last twelve months and a P/E ratio of 17.74, Leidos trades at a low P/E ratio relative to its near-term earnings growth potential. InvestingPro analysis indicates the company is slightly undervalued against its Fair Value, with an overall financial health score rated as "GREAT." Discover comprehensive insights on Leidos and 1,400+ other US equities through detailed Pro Research Reports available on InvestingPro.
In other recent news, Leidos Holdings reported a strong performance for the third quarter of 2025, surpassing market expectations. The company achieved an earnings per share of $3.05, exceeding the forecast of $2.71, and reported a revenue of $4.5 billion, which was higher than the anticipated $4.28 billion. Jefferies has subsequently raised its price target for Leidos to $230 from $215, maintaining a Buy rating, citing improved EBITDA margin expectations and an increase in the company’s 2025 earnings per share guidance by 3%. In addition, Leidos will lead the U.S.-based assembly, integration, and testing activities for the Starlab commercial space station, taking charge of safety, mission assurance, and systems engineering responsibilities. The company is also partnering with Quadridox to develop an integrated baggage screening system using advanced imaging technologies to enhance threat detection at airports. These developments reflect Leidos’ ongoing efforts to expand its capabilities and strengthen its market position.
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