Leidos Holdings [LDOS] vs Cognizant Technology [CTSH] Detailed Stock Comparison
Leidos Holdings
NYSE
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Cognizant Technology
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Leidos Holdings wins in 7 metrics, Cognizant Technology wins in 13 metrics, with 0 ties. Cognizant Technology appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Leidos Holdings | Cognizant Technology | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.64 | 14.11 | Cognizant Technology |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 4.86 | 2.23 | Cognizant Technology |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 121.14 | 7.70 | Cognizant Technology |
| PEG Ratio | 16.89 | 13.94 | Cognizant Technology |
| EV/EBITDA | 11.88 | 9.04 | Cognizant Technology |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 8.22% | 11.89% | Cognizant Technology |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 13.28% | 15.58% | Cognizant Technology |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 13.28% | 15.58% | Cognizant Technology |
| Return on Equity | 30.42% | 16.69% | Leidos Holdings |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 9.55% | 10.26% | Cognizant Technology |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.24B | $1.83B | Cognizant Technology |
| Dividend Yield | 0.80% | 2.13% | Cognizant Technology |
| 1-Year Return | 19.67% | -9.35% | Leidos Holdings |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 1.33 | 1.66 | Leidos Holdings |
| Enterprise Value | $27.46B | $33.35B | Cognizant Technology |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 1.61 | 1.63 | Leidos Holdings |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 18.39% | 33.67% | Cognizant Technology |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $130 | $41 | Leidos Holdings |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $10.61 | $4.93 | Leidos Holdings |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.66 | 0.89 | Leidos Holdings |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Leidos Holdings vs Cognizant Technology Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leidos Holdings | 0.50% | 2.94% | 8.77% | 14.05% | 30.08% | 24.23% |
| Cognizant Technology | -0.55% | -1.62% | -8.78% | -15.94% | -21.92% | -10.00% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leidos Holdings | 19.67% | 72.68% | 98.65% | 312.24% | 361.30% | 382.54% |
| Cognizant Technology | -9.35% | 0.25% | 4.64% | 9.42% | 130.69% | 501.66% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Leidos Holdings vs Cognizant Technology
| Metric | LDOS | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $22.64B | $33.98B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,094,010 | 5,320,480 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 911,743 | 3,819,703 |
| Last Close | $178.02 | $68.77 |
| 52 Week Range | $123.62 - $202.90 | $65.52 - $90.82 |
| % from 52W High | -12.26% | -24.28% |
| All-Time High | $202.90 (Nov 11, 2024) | $93.47 (Mar 21, 2022) |
| % from All-Time High | -12.26% | -26.43% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.03% | 0.08% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.21% | 0.14% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.08% | 0.12% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.13% | 0.16% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.30% | 0.17% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 121.14 | 7.70 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $36.34 | $31.26 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $7.26 | $3.70 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.44B | $2.56B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $809.00M | $1.84B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.80% | 2.13% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.18 | $1.53 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Leidos Holdings vs Cognizant Technology
| Metric | LDOS | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.64 | 14.11 |
| Forward P/E | 16.89 | 13.94 |
| PEG Ratio | 16.89 | 13.94 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 1.33 | 1.66 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 4.86 | 2.23 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $22.64B | $33.98B |
| Enterprise Value | $27.46B | $33.35B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 1.61 | 1.63 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 11.88 | 9.04 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.66 | 0.89 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $36.34 | $31.26 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Leidos Holdings vs Cognizant Technology
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LDOS | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $4.25B | $5.12B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $3.49B | $3.40B |
| Gross Profit | $757.00M | $1.72B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $527.00M | $791.00M |
| EBITDA | $600.00M | $956.00M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $478.00M | $872.00M |
| Income Tax | $113.00M | $213.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $365.00M | $663.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LDOS | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $842.00M | $1.98B |
| Total Current Assets | $4.55B | $7.55B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $2.96B | $3.41B |
| Long-Term Debt | $5.62B | $991.00M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $4.30B | $14.90B |
| Retained Earnings | $3.72B | $15.04B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $1.52B | $1.54B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LDOS | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $206.00M | $462.00M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-22.00M | $-7.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $36.00M | $323.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-529.00M | $-312.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-528.00M | $-209.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | LDOS | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 3.08M | 19.21M |
| Short Ratio | 2.78 | 5.27 |
| Short % of Float | 0.03% | 0.05% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,094,010 | 5,320,480 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 911,743 | 3,819,703 |
| Shares Outstanding | 131.16M | 495.00M |
| Float Shares | 126.98M | 486.99M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.81% | 1.03% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Leidos Holdings vs Cognizant Technology
| Metric | LDOS | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.18 | $1.53 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.80% | 2.13% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $1.37 | $1.28 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.33% | 0.41% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $4.12 | $3.83 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 14, 2025 | Aug 18, 2025 |