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LDOS

Leidos Holdings Inc.

S&P 500
LDOS|Technology|Information Technology Services|$158.99|P/E 15.1|MCap 21.4B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Leidos Holdings Inc.

Leidos Holdings, Inc. is a global science and technology solutions provider serving government and commercial customers across defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company specializes in systems integration, cybersecurity, data analytics, and mission support services, delivering secure communications networks, sensors, and electronic warfare systems for mission-critical operations. Leidos' portfolio includes command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (C4ISR) technologies, aerospace and defense mission solutions, and advanced IT modernization projects for government agencies. In the civil and health sectors, the company modernizes transportation infrastructure, implements environmental monitoring programs, and delivers health IT solutions that improve data sharing and patient outcomes. Leidos also provides biometric identification systems, traveler processing and vetting software, and X-ray screening equipment to federal authorities for border security and immigration enforcement. The company serves federal, state, and local government customers in the United States while maintaining a growing international presence in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos operates as a leading systems integrator in science, technology, and engineering, collaborating with strategic partners to address national security and health challenges worldwide.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.97%

Annual Dividend

$1.63

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

14.63%

FCF Payout Ratio

12.98%

Stock Price

$158.99

52-Week Range

$128.32 $205.77

Dividend Health Score

78/ 100Safe

LDOS's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 14.6% earnings payout ratio & 13.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 17.6% gross margin & Volatile profit margin stability.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
14.6%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
13.0%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
12.1%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
10.4xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
30.6%Caution
Current Ratio
1.7xSafe
Debt-to-Equity
107.7Caution

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
31.0%Very Safe
Operating Margin
11.2%Caution
Gross Margin
17.6%Warning
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
3.7%Caution
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

LDOS annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

LDOS earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 16, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 31, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

4.22%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

3.69%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

0.19%

3-Year Total Growth

13.19%

5-Year Total Growth

19.85%

10-Year Total Growth

1.87%

Income Calculator

LDOS Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$15,899.00

Annual Income

$163.00

Quarterly Income

$40.75

Monthly Income

$13.58

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is LDOS's current dividend yield?
Leidos Holdings Inc. (LDOS) currently has a dividend yield of 0.97%, based on a stock price of $158.99 and an annual dividend of $1.63.
When is LDOS's next dividend payment date?
LDOS's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-16 and the next payment date is 2026-03-31. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does LDOS pay in dividends per year?
Leidos Holdings Inc. paid $1.63 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has LDOS been increasing its dividend?
Leidos Holdings Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 3.69% and a 10-year CAGR of 0.19%.
Is LDOS's dividend safe?
Leidos Holdings Inc. has a payout ratio of 14.63%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 12.98%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is LDOS's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Leidos Holdings Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for technology companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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