KBR
KBR, Inc. · Industrials · Engineering & Construction
Last
$36.97
−$0.53 (−1.41%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $36.96 −$0.01 (−0.03%) 8:06 PM ET
Prev close $37.50
Open $37.51
Day high $37.52
Day low $36.80
Volume 963,619
Avg vol 1,506,407
Mkt cap
$4.79B
EV/Sales
0.91
P/E ratio
11.31
FY Revenue
$7.72B
EPS
3.36
Gross Margin
14.48%
Div yield
1.77%
Sector
Industrials
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Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+20% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.20×
RSI
50.83 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.02 (Strong)
MACD: -0.01 Signal: -0.03
Short-Term
-0.11 (Weak)
MACD: 0.40 Signal: 0.51
Long-Term
-0.04 (Weak)
MACD: 0.80 Signal: 0.84
Intraday trend score 48.00

Latest news

KBR 12 articles Positive: 11 Neutral: 0 Negative: 1
Positive Zacks Investment Research • Na
Will KBR's e-NG Contract Strengthen Its Clean Energy Growth?

KBR, Inc. secured a front-end engineering design (FEED) contract for Live Oak's electric natural gas (e-NG) project in Nebraska, which will combine renewable hydrogen with biogenic CO2 using approximately 250 MW of water electrolysis. The project targets commercial operations by 2030. Despite the award, KBR shares declined 1.4% during trading. The company's Sustainable Technology Solutions backlog reached a record $5.5B in Q2 2026 with a near-term pipeline exceeding $6B.

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Sentiment note

KBR secured a significant FEED contract for an emerging low-carbon project, expanding its presence in the energy-transition market. The company achieved record STS backlog of $5.5B and strong near-term pipeline of $6B, with 80% of 2026 revenue guidance already under contract. These metrics indicate solid business momentum and growth prospects in clean energy markets, despite the short-term stock price decline.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions Wins Expanded Contract to Help Predict Extreme Weather, Improve Severe Storm Preparedness

KBR announced that its Mission Technology Solutions business (to be spun off as Trinzic in January 2027) has won an expanded $1.1 billion five-year contract from NOAA's National Weather Service to provide commercial weather data and observational information. The contract will help improve severe storm prediction and emergency preparedness across the United States, building on KBR's nine-year track record supporting the Commercial Data Program National Mesonet Program.

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Sentiment note

KBR secured a significant $1.1 billion five-year contract expansion with NOAA, demonstrating strong market demand for its weather data services and reinforcing its competitive position. The contract win validates the company's capabilities and provides substantial revenue visibility through 2031.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Na
KBR Strengthens U.K. Government Ties With MoJ Contract Win

KBR, Inc. has won a five-year Workplace Services Management contract from the U.K. Ministry of Justice, extendable to seven years, covering the entire prison and probation estate. The contract will leverage KBR's VIAverse-powered Estates Intelligence platform to enhance data transparency and decision-making. KBR ended Q2 FY26 with $23B in backlog and options, with mobilization beginning in Q3 2026 and full service commencement in June 2027.

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Sentiment note

KBR secured a significant five-year U.K. government contract with extension options, expanding its relationship with the Ministry of Justice and strengthening its backlog. The contract demonstrates solid project execution and healthy demand across core markets. Stock gained 0.7% on the news and 9.2% over three months, outperforming broader market declines.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
KBR Secures New Ministry of Justice Contract, Advancing UK Government Transformation Programme

KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business (to be renamed Trinzic post spin-off) has secured a five-year Workplace Services Management contract with the UK Ministry of Justice, expanding its services across the entire prison and probation estate. The contract, valued as part of the Ministry's Property Transformation Programme, will leverage KBR's Estates Intelligence solution and VIAverse® platform. Mobilisation begins Q3 2026 with full service commencement on June 1, 2027.

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Sentiment note

KBR secured a significant five-year contract with the UK Ministry of Justice, expanding its scope across the entire prison and probation estate. This represents business growth, strengthens an existing partnership of 8+ years, and positions the company as a trusted government contractor. The contract demonstrates confidence in KBR's capabilities and adds to its revenue pipeline ahead of the Trinzic spin-off.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Unipart, KBR and IBM launch Team ORION to future-proof defence operations

Three industry leaders—Unipart, KBR, and IBM—have announced Team ORION, a joint venture to provide operational resilience, logistics, and technology solutions to the UK Ministry of Defence. The partnership combines Unipart's supply chain expertise, KBR's defence experience, and IBM's digital capabilities to create a sovereign, integrated defence support capability.

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Sentiment note

KBR is partnering with established leaders to deliver complex defence programmes to the UK MoD, leveraging its defence pedigree and infrastructure capabilities for a high-value, long-term strategic engagement.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
KBR Highlights Safety, Sustainability and Solutions in 2025 Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Report

KBR released its 2025 Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Report, highlighting strong safety and sustainability performance with 35% sustainability-focused revenue, $2.7B in positive environmental impact, and a 0.033 total recordable incident rate. The company received AAA rating from MSCI, A List rating from CDP, and was recognized by Forbes and Fortune for corporate responsibility.

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Sentiment note

KBR demonstrated strong operational and sustainability metrics including 35% sustainability-focused revenue, $2.7B positive environmental impact, excellent safety record (0.033 incident rate), and top-tier ESG ratings (AAA from MSCI, A List from CDP). Recognition from Forbes and Fortune further validates strong corporate governance and responsibility performance.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Not Specified
KEPPT appoints J.P. Morgan to arrange financing of its strategic US$1.6bn urea plant in Iraq

KEPPT has engaged J.P. Morgan to arrange development financing for a $1.6 billion urea plant in Basra, Iraq. The facility will have an annual production capacity of 1.15 million tonnes and is expected to commence operations in 2030, reducing Iraq's urea imports and supporting the agricultural sector.

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Sentiment note

KBR conducted the front-end engineering design study for the project, positioning the company as a key technical partner in a major $1.6 billion infrastructure development, which enhances its portfolio and demonstrates its expertise in large-scale industrial projects.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Not Specified
KEPPT appoints J.P. Morgan to arrange financing of its strategic US$1.6bn urea plant in Iraq

KEPPT has engaged J.P. Morgan to arrange development financing for a landmark $1.6 billion urea plant in Basra, Iraq. The facility will have an annual production capacity of 1.15 million tonnes and is expected to commence operations in 2030, reducing Iraq's reliance on imported urea and supporting the agricultural sector.

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Sentiment note

KBR conducted the front-end engineering design study for the project, securing a role in a major $1.6 billion infrastructure development, which represents business opportunity and validates the company's engineering expertise.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
KBR to Hold Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call

KBR announced it will host a conference call on July 30, 2026 to discuss second quarter 2026 financial results. The company also announced that its PureSAF technology has been selected by Keppel and Aster for licensing and FEED services for Asia's first commercial-scale ethanol-to-jet sustainable aviation fuel plant. Additionally, KBR named executives for its Mission Technology Solutions spin-off business.

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Sentiment note

KBR secured a significant technology licensing and FEED contract for its PureSAF technology with Keppel and Aster for a commercial-scale sustainable aviation fuel plant in Asia, demonstrating market validation and revenue generation potential. The company is also progressing with its Mission Technology Solutions spin-off, indicating strategic business restructuring and growth initiatives.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions Wins New $95 Million Digital Engineering Contract Supporting US Space Force

KBR announced that its Mission Technology Solutions business has been awarded a $95 million Digital Engineering and Enterprise Decision Support (DEEDS) contract with the U.S. Space Force. The five-year cost-plus-fixed-fee contract will advance digital engineering capabilities for space systems development and warfighting technologies, with work performed at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico.

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Sentiment note

KBR secured a significant $95 million government contract demonstrating strong competitive positioning in defense and space technology sectors. The award validates the company's digital engineering capabilities and represents continued business growth in high-priority national security missions.

Negative Benzinga • Lekha Gupta
KBR Stock Falls Despite $8 Billion Antarctica Contract Win

KBR won an $8 billion Antarctica contract from the U.S. National Science Foundation with a 20-year performance period, yet the stock fell 1.09% on the news. Despite the significant contract award expected to provide long-term revenue stability, KBR shares remain under pressure due to broader market bearish sentiment, weak growth momentum, and a 31.99% decline over the past 12 months.

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Sentiment note

Despite winning a significant $8 billion contract, KBR stock declined 1.09% on the announcement. The stock is down 31.99% over 12 months, trading below its 50-day moving average. Technical analysis shows mixed momentum with weak growth indicators. The market's negative reaction suggests investor skepticism about near-term profitability despite the long-term contract value, and broader market headwinds are weighing on the stock.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
KBR Mission Technology Solutions Awarded $8 Billion Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract by the U.S. National Science Foundation

KBR has been awarded an $8 billion, 20-year Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract (ASESC) by the U.S. National Science Foundation. The contract involves providing full-scale operations, maintenance, logistics, science support, IT, AI, and cybersecurity services across three U.S. Antarctic stations and research sites.

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Sentiment note

KBR secured a substantial $8 billion contract with a 20-year period of performance, representing significant revenue and long-term business stability. This major government contract award demonstrates confidence in KBR's capabilities and expands its mission-critical operations portfolio.

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