Hensoldt AG (HAG.DE) Stock Analysis — Price Target, Reduce Rating & DCF Valuation (2026)

HAG.DE — Hensoldt at ~€86 on ~19x forward EV/EBITDA with Q1 2026 revenue +26% YoY (record), order intake +111% to €1.48B, book-to-bill 3x, €9.8B record backlog; FY2026 guided €2.75B revenue at 18.5-19% EBITDA margin with 2030 target of €6B revenue.

HAG.DE Price Target & Rating

HAG.DE's quantitative grade is Reduce, with elevated downside risk (CVaR -30.1%), and quality metrics (net margin 4%, ROE 10%). Hensoldt AG (HAG.DE) trades at $88.42 with a valuation grade of Reduce: a trailing P/E of 82.6x at a 276% premium to sector median, net margins of 3.9%, a DCF-implied intrinsic range of $56–$101 suggesting a -12% margin of safety, beta 0.39 (defensive risk profile).

VALUEFAIR RANGEPREMIUM BEAR$55.60BULL$100.64 BASE$80 CURRENT$88 MOS vs BASE-10.1% DCF VALUATION RANGE · HAG.DE
  • Valuation: Reduce grade — P/E 82.6x — DCF range $56–$101 implies -12% margin of safety
  • Risk: CVaR -30.1% (95th percentile, 1-month) indicates moderate tail exposure; beta of 0.39 amplifies broad market moves in both directions
  • Strengths: 4% net margin, 10% ROE dominate the factor profile
  • Catalyst: H1 2026 results confirming FY2026 revenue guidance trajectory; FCF turning positive in H2; Optronics deliveries
  • Bear catalyst: FY2026 revenue guidance cut below €2.5B; book-to-bill falls below 1.2x for two consecutive quarters
HAG.DE — Quantitative Snapshot May 2026
RatingReduce
Price$88.42
Why ReduceModestly above estimated intrinsic value — risk/reward skewed to the downside at current price; watch for a pullback to the Hold boundary
Main riskP/E of 82.6x creates asymmetric downside on any earnings disappointment
Tail riskCVaR -30.1% over one month at the 95th percentile
DCF range$56–$101 intrinsic range; margin of safety -12%
Best useCore large-cap Industrials holding — not a source of diversified sector exposure
Next watchEarnings delivery and valuation re-rating catalysts
HAG.DE Quantitative Factor Radar Chart Pentagon radar chart showing HAG.DE factor scores: Value 2.0, Quality 1.0, Momentum 3.0, Volatility 5.0, Size 3.0 — each scored on a 1 to 5 scale. VALUE 2.0 QUALITY 1.0 MOMENTUM 3.0 VOLATILITY 5.0 SIZE 3.0
Value
2.0 / 5
Quality
1.0 / 5
Momentum
3.0 / 5
Volatility
5.0 / 5
Size
3.0 / 5
HAG.DE Key Metrics — Hensoldt AG 2026
MetricValue
Current Price$88.42
P/E Ratio (TTM)82.6x
Forward P/E38.3x
P/S Ratio4.0
EV/EBITDA33.9
Beta0.39
Net Margin3.9%
ROE10.3%
Debt/Equity167.1%
Dividend Yield0.62%
CVaR (95%, 1M)-30.1%
Market Cap$10.2B
Analyst View
Anton Ladnyi, CFA · A.L. Capital Advisory Updated 2026-05-30

HAG.DE — Hensoldt at ~€86 on ~19x forward EV/EBITDA with Q1 2026 revenue +26% YoY (record), order intake +111% to €1.48B, book-to-bill 3x, €9.8B record backlog; FY2026 guided €2.75B revenue at 18.5-19% EBITDA margin with 2030 target of €6B revenue.

↑ Bull Case
  • Q1 2026 order intake €1.48B (+111% YoY) — extraordinary; book-to-bill 3.0x; backlog €9.8B (+41% YoY, record) covering 3.6 years of FY2026 revenue
  • Revenue +26% YoY in Q1 to €496M — strongest Q1 in company history; EBITDA margin expanding (+130bps to 8.9%)
  • FY2026 guided €2.75B revenue (+12% YoY) at 18.5-19% EBITDA margin; 2030 target €6B revenue at 20%+ EBITDA
  • Leonardo (25.1% stake) and German government strategic anchor; Optronics segment orders doubled FY2025 to €1.6B
  • Radar sensor suite on Eurofighter, radar for RHM.DE's Lynx IFV; direct NATO rearmament programme beneficiary
  • Deutsche Bank Buy with €101 price target (+17% from current); FY2026 EBITDA ~€510-520M visible from backlog
↓ Bear Case
  • Company still reporting IFRS net losses (-€20M in Q1 2026) due to amortisation and tax; adjusted metrics look much better but GAAP distorts headline earnings
  • Adjusted FCF negative in Q1 (-€95M to -€115M); meaningful positive FCF only expected in H2
  • Stock -27% from 52-week high (€117.70 → ~€86); Q4 FY2025 revenue slightly missed consensus
  • Capacity expansion requires sustained capex; execution at €6B (2030 target) requires 2.5x scale-up from today
  • Concentrated product portfolio (radar, optronics) vs broader-based European peers
Catalyst: Q2 book-to-bill above 2x confirmed; first 2030 roadmap milestone event hosted for investors
Stop / exit: FY2026 revenue guidance cut below €2.5B; book-to-bill falls below 1.2x for two consecutive quarters
The rating on HAG.DE is driven by a factor profile that is genuinely mixed — there is no clean narrative here, which is itself a signal worth taking seriously. The variable I track most closely is gross margin trajectory. That multiple can only be sustained if operating leverage is real — specifically whether the margin profile at scale supports what the market is already pricing in, or whether that future still needs to be earned. The scenario that changes my read is a genuine valuation reset — not a small pullback, but a re-rating that reflects the actual risk profile. Until that happens, the risk/reward is not there.
— Anton Ladnyi, CFA
HAG.DE Earnings History — EPS Surprise Rate 2026
QuarterEPS Est.EPS ActualSurprise
Q1 2026$0.05$-0.16-420.0%
Q2 2025$-0.02$-0.10-400.0%
Q1 2025$0.09$-0.26-388.9%
$-0.20$-0.15$-0.10$-0.05 -400.0% Q1'25Q2'25Q1'26 BEAT RATE0/3 ESTIMATEBEATMISS EPS ACTUAL vs ESTIMATE · HAG.DE
HAG.DE Forward EPS Consensus Estimates 2026
QuarterEPS Est.YoY EPSAnalysts
Q4 2026~$0.78+587.5%14
Q1 2027~$0.58+462.5%13
~ Estimated from annual consensus — not a direct analyst survey
$0.00$0.30$0.60$0.90 +588%+462% Q4 2026Q1 2027 ESTIMATE TRENDACCELERATING CONSENSUS EPSANALYST RANGEBased on 14 analyst estimates EPS FORWARD ESTIMATES · HAG.DE
HAG.DE Peer Valuation Comparison 2026
TickerP/E (TTM)Fwd P/EBetaCVaR-95Net Margin
HAG.DE82.6x38.3x0.39-30.1%3.9%
RHM.DE58.1x23.7x0.42-23.6%7.2%
THLEF29.2x27.0x0.10-16.4%7.6%
BAESY29.9x20.8x-0.06-15.6%7.3%
EADSY28.3x22.1x0.89-16.2%6.9%
Hover each scenario for detail · current price $88.42
BEAR$62BASE$100BULL$145 $88 DCF SCENARIO RANGE · HAG.DE
Bear Case
$62
-29.9%
Fwd P/E: 24.7x
8.0 revenue CAGR · 13.0 exit multiple
Base Case
$100
+13.1%
Fwd P/E: 39.8x
18.0 revenue CAGR · 19.0 exit multiple
Bull Case
$145
+64.0%
Fwd P/E: 57.7x
28.0 revenue CAGR · 25.0 exit multiple
Pairwise Correlation Matrix — HAG.DE vs RHM.DE vs BAESY vs THLEF vs EADSY 5×5 pairwise correlation matrix showing co-movement between HAG.DE, RHM.DE, BAESY, THLEF, EADSY over a trailing 12-month window. HAG.DE RHM.DE BAESY THLEF EADSY HAG.DE RHM.DE BAESY THLEF EADSY 1.00 0.70 0.27 0.19 0.16 0.70 1.00 0.25 0.19 0.11 0.27 0.25 1.00 0.39 0.38 0.19 0.19 0.39 1.00 0.24 0.16 0.11 0.38 0.24 1.00
1 of 10 peer pairs correlated above 0.60 — diversification benefit within this cluster is structurally limited.
Extended Analysis — Buy, Hold or Sell? Risk Factors. Portfolio Fit.

Is HAG.DE a buy, hold, or sell?

HAG.DE carries a valuation grade of Reduce. The trailing P/E of 82.6 sits 276% above the Industrials sector median of 22.0x — a premium that demands sustained earnings delivery. Our discounted cash flow model produces an intrinsic range of $56–$101 — implying a -12% margin of safety at the current price of $88.42. The width of the DCF range reflects genuine uncertainty in the terminal growth rate assumption: the correct framework is a probability-weighted distribution over scenarios, not a single point estimate. See the DCF valuation framework for full methodology.

With a 0% beat rate on recent quarters, earnings predictability has been mixed. Analyst estimate revisions are trending upward.

What are HAG.DE's key risk factors?

With a beta of 0.39, HAG.DE exhibits a low-volatility risk profile relative to the broad market. The 95th-percentile CVaR of -30.1% on a one-month horizon should inform position sizing directly: at a 10% portfolio weight, this tail event contributes approximately 3.0% of total portfolio loss in the worst 5% of months. Net margins of 3.9% fall below the Industrials sector average of 11%, suggesting margin pressure. Leverage is moderate with debt-to-equity at 167%.

How does HAG.DE fit in a diversified portfolio?

At typical HENRY portfolio weights — 10–20% of the equity allocation — HAG.DE carries a beta of 0.39, meaning it amplifies broad market moves proportionally. The appropriate weight is not a function of conviction alone, but of the full covariance structure across all holdings. See the Ledoit-Wolf covariance framework for the methodology behind these calculations.

Among closely correlated names, HAG.DE shows the strongest co-movement with RHM.DE (0.70), BAESY (0.27), THLEF (0.19). Investors seeking diversification should note these correlation dynamics when constructing multi-asset portfolios.

True portfolio risk is a function of the full covariance structure across all holdings — not individual stock metrics. The Portfolio Health Check quantifies this at the portfolio level: it surfaces hidden concentration, marginal CVaR contributions, and the degree to which your overall allocation deviates from an optimal risk-adjusted mandate. The HAG.DE analysis here is a single node in that larger structure.

Is HAG.DE a buy or sell in 2026?

Hensoldt AG (HAG.DE) carries a Reduce quantitative rating from A.L. Capital Advisory, derived from Discounted Cash Flow intrinsic value analysis, five-factor model scoring (Value, Quality, Momentum, Volatility, Size), and CVaR tail risk measurement. At $88.42, the DCF midpoint margin of safety is -12% (intrinsic value range: $56 bear – $101 bull). Composite factor score: 2.8/5. Strongest factor: Volatility (5.0/5). Weakest factor: Quality (1.0/5). Trailing P/E: 82.6x. Analysis by Anton Ladnyi, CFA (ex-Goldman Sachs, ex-J.P. Morgan) · A.L. Capital Advisory. Full methodology: Portfolio Construction Framework →

What is the average analyst target price for HAG.DE?

Wall Street consensus target for HAG.DE: $91.30 (+3.3% upside from the current price of $88.42). The analyst target range spans $62.00 (most bearish) to $114.00 (most bullish). Consensus recommendation: Buy. Note that analyst price targets typically reflect a 12-month forward horizon and are derived from a blend of DCF, comparable-company, and sum-of-the-parts analysis. A.L. Capital Advisory’s quantitative Reduce rating is produced independently — from DCF intrinsic value, five-factor model scores, and CVaR tail risk — and does not mechanically track Street consensus. When the two diverge, the divergence itself is informative: it can reflect differences in time horizon, valuation methodology, or the degree to which the current price already discounts the consensus case. Analysis by Anton Ladnyi, CFA (ex-Goldman Sachs, ex-J.P. Morgan) · A.L. Capital Advisory. Full methodology: Monte Carlo Simulation Framework →

How does HAG.DE score on Value, Quality, Momentum, Volatility, and Size?

HAG.DE five-factor scores (A.L. Capital Advisory, 1–5 scale): Value 2.0/5 (below average) — measures current price versus DCF intrinsic range and trailing earnings multiples; Quality 1.0/5 (weak) — captures profitability metrics including return on equity, net margin (ROE: 10.3%) and net margin (3.9%); Momentum 3.0/5 (neutral) — reflects recent price trajectory and earnings surprise consistency; Volatility 5.0/5 (strong) — inverse measure derived from beta, where lower historical volatility earns a higher score; Size 3.0/5 (neutral) — market capitalisation rank (mega-cap $1T+ scores 5/5). Composite: 2.8/5. Factor scores above 4.0 signal a tailwind in that dimension; below 2.0 signals a material headwind. Analysis by Anton Ladnyi, CFA (ex-Goldman Sachs, ex-J.P. Morgan) · A.L. Capital Advisory. Full methodology: Black-Litterman Model →

What is HAG.DE's tail risk and CVaR?

The 95th-percentile Conditional Value at Risk (CVaR) for HAG.DE on a one-month horizon is -30.1%. CVaR represents the expected average loss in the worst 5% of monthly outcomes — a more conservative tail risk measure than standard VaR, which only marks the loss threshold. Beta of 0.39 indicates below-market volatility. For reference, a diversified S&P 500 ETF carries a one-month CVaR of roughly -8% to -12% in normal market conditions; individual equity CVaR is higher due to idiosyncratic risk. At the portfolio level, what matters is the marginal CVaR contribution of each holding — not its standalone figure. The A.L. Capital Advisory Portfolio Health Check quantifies each position's marginal tail-risk contribution across your entire holdings. Analysis by Anton Ladnyi, CFA (ex-Goldman Sachs, ex-J.P. Morgan) · A.L. Capital Advisory. Full methodology: CVaR & Tail-Risk Methodology →

What is HAG.DE's intrinsic value and DCF price target?

A.L. Capital Advisory's DCF model produces an intrinsic value range of $56 (bear case) to $101 (bull case) for Hensoldt AG (HAG.DE). At $88.42, the midpoint margin of safety is -12% (positive = discount to intrinsic mid; negative = premium). The bear-to-bull spread reflects genuine sensitivity to the two dominant DCF inputs: the terminal growth rate and WACC. Terminal value typically accounts for 60-80% of total intrinsic value in most equity DCF models, which is why a range is more analytically sound than a point estimate. The central analytical question is not what the DCF outputs as a single number but which growth trajectory the current market price already discounts. All DCF analysis follows CFA Institute standards and is conducted by Analysis by Anton Ladnyi, CFA (ex-Goldman Sachs, ex-J.P. Morgan) · A.L. Capital Advisory. Full methodology: DCF Valuation Framework →

What would trigger a rating upgrade or downgrade for HAG.DE?

Upgrade trigger: Upgrade to Strong Buy on evidence of accelerating earnings surprise magnitude combined with improvement in the Value factor score — specifically if the current 82.6x P/E is supported by an upward revision to DCF terminal growth assumptions. Downgrade trigger: Continued earnings misses or deteriorating balance sheet quality reducing the Quality factor score below 2.0/5. Analysis by Anton Ladnyi, CFA (ex-Goldman Sachs, ex-J.P. Morgan) · A.L. Capital Advisory. Full methodology: Investment Policy Statement Framework →

How does HAG.DE contribute to portfolio risk and diversification?

HAG.DE carries a beta of 0.39 (low-volatility / defensive relative to the broad equity market). A beta above 1.0 means the position amplifies market moves in both directions at a typical portfolio weight. Strongest peer co-movement: RHM.DE (0.70), BAESY (0.27), THLEF (0.19). Holding HAG.DE alongside these names in the same portfolio increases concentration risk. True portfolio risk is a function of the full covariance structure — a single stock's beta does not reveal its marginal contribution to portfolio tail loss. The A.L. Capital Advisory Portfolio Health Check quantifies concentration risk (Herfindahl-Hirschman Index), pairwise correlations, and marginal CVaR contribution across all your holdings. Analysis by Anton Ladnyi, CFA (ex-Goldman Sachs, ex-J.P. Morgan) · A.L. Capital Advisory. Full methodology: Ledoit-Wolf Covariance Framework →

What quantitative methodology does A.L. Capital Advisory use to analyse HAG.DE?

A.L. Capital Advisory analyses Hensoldt AG (HAG.DE) using a four-component quantitative framework grounded in CFA Institute standards. (1) DCF Valuation: projects free cash flows under bear and bull assumptions, discounts at WACC to produce an intrinsic value range with margin-of-safety calculation. (2) Five-Factor Scoring: each equity is scored 1–5 on Value, Quality, Momentum, Volatility, and Size. (3) CVaR Tail Risk: 95th-percentile Conditional Value at Risk from historical simulation of daily returns on a one-month horizon. (4) Earnings Surprise Analysis: quarterly beat rate and magnitude are incorporated into the Momentum and Quality factor scores. The current Reduce rating for HAG.DE is the output of applying this complete framework to current data. Analysis by Anton Ladnyi, CFA (ex-Goldman Sachs, ex-J.P. Morgan) · A.L. Capital Advisory. Full methodology: DCF Valuation Framework →  ·  CVaR & Tail-Risk Methodology →

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Anton Ladnyi — Founder & Portfolio Architect, A.L. Capital Advisory, ex-Goldman Sachs, CFA
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This analysis is produced using a systematic quantitative framework applied to market data and does not constitute investment advice. Prose commentary is AI-assisted and generated from structured quantitative inputs. All data and metrics are as of 2026-05-30 and are point-in-time estimates subject to revision without notice. CVaR figures are based on historical simulation and do not guarantee future outcomes. DCF ranges and upgrade/downgrade triggers are forward-looking statements based on current assumptions and may not materialise. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This analysis does not account for individual circumstances, tax position, or investment objectives — consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. This content is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute regulated investment advice under MiFID II or FCA guidelines. This content is not intended for US persons or residents of jurisdictions where its distribution would be contrary to local law or regulation. This service is not directed at residents of Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Iceland, or Poland. The author may hold long or short positions in securities mentioned in this analysis. Nothing on this page represents a solicitation to buy or sell any security. A.L. Capital Advisory is an independent private advisory practice and is not affiliated with Hensoldt AG.

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