Jacobs Solutions Inc. (j)
J — Company Overview
Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) trades on NYQ as part of the Industrials peer group (Engineering & Construction).
| Ticker | J |
| Sector | Industrials |
| Industry | Engineering & Construction |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $16.52B |
| Last price | $141.12 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
J — Business Description
J represents a Engineering & Construction business in the Industrials segment. Jacobs Solutions Inc. engages in the infrastructure and advanced facilities, and consulting businesses in the United States, Europe, Canada, India, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, and Africa. The company provides consulting, planning, architecture, design, engineering, and infrastructure delivery services including project, program, and construction management and long-term operation of facilities. It also offers consulting services for consumer and manufacturing, defense and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government, health and life sciences, and transport sectors. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Official website: https://www.jacobs.com.
J — Investment Thesis
At a high level, J offers exposure to Industrials with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 34.5% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 47.68× implies elevated growth expectations at the current price.
- Forward P/E (17.09×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 1.0% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $16.52B.
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J — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for Jacobs Solutions Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin near 2.4% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $645.68M supports balance-sheet flexibility. Debt-to-equity of 124.73 warrants monitoring in a higher-rate environment.
| Trailing P/E | 47.68× |
| Forward P/E | 17.09× |
| Price / Sales | 1.17× |
| Price / Book | 5.06× |
| Gross margin | 22.1% |
| Operating margin | 7.4% |
| Profit margin | 2.4% |
| Return on equity | 8.0% |
| Debt / Equity | 124.73 |
| Free cash flow | $645.68M |
J — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) depends on demand trends in Engineering & Construction and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 34.5% indicates strong top-line momentum.
- Earnings declined -25.4% year-over-year — margin or volume pressure may be in play.
- Price is 16.2% below the 52-week high.
J — Competitive Position
Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Industrials.
- Competes within Industrials, specifically in Engineering & Construction.
- Market capitalization of $16.52B places J among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 22.1% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
J — Strengths
Strengths for Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Revenue growth of 34.5% year-over-year.
- Positive free cash flow ($645.68M).
- Large Cap scale ($16.52B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
J — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) based on available data:
- Earnings decline of -25.4% year-over-year.
- Elevated trailing P/E (47.68×) limits valuation margin of safety.
- Thin profit margin (2.4%).
J — Opportunities
- Sustained revenue growth (34.5%) could support multiple expansion if margins hold.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
J — Risks
- Rich valuation (P/E 47.68×) increases downside if growth slows.
- Thin margins leave less room for operational missteps.
J — Summary
Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) is a large-cap Industrials company focused on Engineering & Construction, listed on NYQ. Last price $141.12 with market cap $16.52B. Trailing P/E 47.68×. Revenue grew 34.5% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include revenue growth of 34.5% year-over-year. Key watch items include earnings decline of -25.4% year-over-year. Premium Terminal tools for Jacobs Solutions Inc. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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Jacobs Solutions Inc. FAQ
What does Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J) do?
Jacobs Solutions Inc. engages in the infrastructure and advanced facilities, and consulting businesses in the United States, Europe, Canada, India, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, and Africa. The company provides consulting, planning, architecture, design, enginee…
What is J's P/E ratio?
Jacobs Solutions Inc. has a trailing P/E of 47.68× based on publicly available market data.
Does J pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 1.0%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is J in?
Jacobs Solutions Inc. is classified in Industrials (Engineering & Construction) on NYQ.
What is J's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $16.52B.
What are the main risks for J?
Key risks include elevated valuation, among factors on this page.
What are the strengths of J?
Potential positives include revenue growth of 34.5% year-over-year, positive free cash flow ($645.68m).
Where can I get analyst estimates for J?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for Jacobs Solutions Inc. are on the free /stocks/j/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.