BAE Systems plc
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At a glance
BAE Systems plc (BA.L) operates in the Aerospace & Defense industry and is based in the United Kingdom. It pays a twice-yearly dividend of p36.30 a year, a yield of 1.88% at the current price of p1933.00. BAE Systems has raised its dividend for 21 consecutive years, which makes it a Dividend Contender. Over the last five years the dividend has grown by an average of 8.0% a year. It paid out 52% of its earnings as dividends, leaving most of its profit in the business. 20 analysts cover it; their average 12-month price target of p2314.15 is 19.7% above the current price.
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About BAE Systems plc
BAE Systems plc provides defense, aerospace, and security solutions in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, Australia, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Europe, and internationally. The company operates through five segments: Electronic Systems, Platforms & Services, Air, Maritime, and Cyber & Intelligence. The Electronic Systems segment offers electronic warfare systems, navigation systems, electro-optical sensors, military and commercial avionics, and precision guided solutions and communications systems, as well as space electronics, spacecraft, and ground and tactical systems.
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