TLDR
- Q2 2025 revenue up 21% YoY to $1.97B; GAAP EPS at $2.69, Non-GAAP EPS at $3.23
- Order backlog hits $23.8B, with 68% from international customers
- Strong demand driven by Israel Ministry of Defense amid Middle East conflicts
- Key contracts include $260M Airbus Bundeswehr deal and $260M airborne munitions orders
- Dividend declared at $0.75 per share, payable October 27, 2025
Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT) traded at $462.06, up 5.69% midday on August 13, 2025, after reporting robust second-quarter results.
The international defense technology leader delivered solid growth in revenue, earnings, and order backlog, fueled by heightened global defense demand and major contract wins.
Revenue and Earnings Performance
For Q2 2025, revenues rose 21% year-over-year to $1.97 billion, up from $1.63 billion in Q2 2024. GAAP net income surged to $125.7 million (EPS: $2.69), while Non-GAAP net income reached $151 million (EPS: $3.23), representing a 55% increase in adjusted EPS.
GAAP operating income grew to $157.8 million (8.0% margin), with Non-GAAP operating income at $175.1 million (8.9% margin). Gross profit margins held steady at 24.0% GAAP and 24.4% Non-GAAP.
Elbit Systems reports Q2 2025 results: $23.8bn backlog, $ 2.0bn of revenues, GAAP net EPS of $2.69 and Non-GAAP net EPS of $3.23.
Bezhalel (Butzi) Machlis, President and CEO of Elbit Systems: "Elbit Systems continues its upward momentum, driven by sustained demand for its proven… pic.twitter.com/kuLd0cnjx4
— Elbit Systems (@ElbitSystemsLtd) August 13, 2025
Segment and Regional Highlights
- Aerospace: +12% YoY, driven by higher Precision Guided Munition sales in Israel and Asia Pacific, and increased UAS sales in Europe
- C4I & Cyber: +21% YoY, led by radio and command & control system demand in Israel and Europe
- ISTAR & EW: +15% YoY, with strong Electro-Optics and EW systems sales in Israel and Europe
- Land Systems: +45% YoY, boosted by ammunition sales in Israel and Europe
- Elbit Systems of America: +4% YoY, supported by Maritime and Warfighter systems sales
Geographically, 68% of the order backlog is from outside Israel, with 46% set for completion by the end of 2026.
Strategic Contracts and Growth Drivers
In July 2025, Elbit secured a $260 million Airbus Defence and Space contract for its J-MUSIC™ DIRCM systems on German Air Force A400M aircraft, spanning six years. In August 2025, it won two contracts totaling $260 million for advanced airborne munitions from the Israel Ministry of Defense.
CEO Bezhalel Machlis emphasized that sustained demand, strategic investments, and strong European presence are driving growth.
Impact of Geopolitical Tensions
The ongoing “Swords of Iron” conflict since October 2023 has led to increased orders from the Israel Ministry of Defense. While operations remain largely uninterrupted, the company faces challenges from supply chain constraints, global shipping disruptions, and export restrictions.
Financial Position and Shareholder Returns
Operating cash flow for the first half of 2025 reached $304 million, a significant jump from $26 million in the prior year. The company completed a $588.8 million public share offering in May 2025.
The Board declared a $0.75 per share dividend, payable October 27, 2025 to shareholders of record on October 14, 2025.
