KBR, Inc. (KBR) — Stock Score Summary

KBR, Inc. (KBR) has a MoatMap StockRank of 49/100 based on Quality (56/100), Value (57/100), and Momentum (21/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. KBR is well-positioned to capture capital flows from supply chain nearshoring and energy infrastructure modernization. However, its low momentum score and historically low-margin project execution profile prevent us from taking a high-conviction position at this stage.

KBR, Inc. is a global provider of scientific, technical, and engineering solutions primarily for government and commercial clients across defense, space, and sustainable technology sectors. The company secures its market position through deep domain expertise, proprietary technology, and long-term contracts for mission-critical services. This specialization in complex, high-value engineering and consulting projects creates a substantial competitive moat.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$35.26
Market Cap$4.4B
P/E (TTM)10.66
P/E (Forward)8.71
Price/Book2.89
Return on Equity29.1%
Return on Invested Capital15.8%
Debt/Equity176.90
Gross Margin14.5%
Operating Margin6.7%
Revenue Growth-4.7%
Dividend Yield1.8%
Free Cash Flow$250M

KBR, Inc. operates in the Engineering & Construction industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KBR, Inc.’s (KBR) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for KBR, Inc. (KBR) is 49/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (56), Value (57), and Momentum (21) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does KBR, Inc. have an economic moat?
KBR, Inc. (KBR) has a Quality factor score of 56/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is KBR, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for KBR, Inc. (KBR) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 49/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is KBR, Inc. in?
KBR, Inc. (KBR) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Engineering & Construction industry (United States).
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