We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience.
This includes personalizing content and advertising.
By pressing "Accept All" or closing out of this banner, you consent to the use of all cookies and similar technologies and the sharing of information they collect with third parties.
You can reject marketing cookies by pressing "Deny Optional," but we still use essential, performance, and functional cookies.
In addition, whether you "Accept All," Deny Optional," click the X or otherwise continue to use the site, you accept our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, revised from time to time.
You are being directed to ZacksTrade, a division of LBMZ Securities and licensed broker-dealer. ZacksTrade and Zacks.com are separate companies. The web link between the two companies is not a solicitation or offer to invest in a particular security or type of security. ZacksTrade does not endorse or adopt any particular investment strategy, any analyst opinion/rating/report or any approach to evaluating individual securities.
If you wish to go to ZacksTrade, click OK. If you do not, click Cancel.
KBR Wins $46M Key Infrastructure Contract From Iraqi Government
Read MoreHide Full Article
KBR, Inc. (KBR - Free Report) has secured a significant five-year contract, valued at $46 million, to bolster Iraq's infrastructure and energy sector. This contract, awarded by the Iraqi Government's Ministry of Planning, underscores KBR's pivotal role in advancing Iraq's economic and social landscape through the delivery of strategic megaprojects and sustainable development initiatives.
Under the contract terms, KBR will leverage its expertise in advisory and consultancy services to support the ministry's efforts in economic planning, strategy development, feasibility studies, technical reviews, and large-scale project management. This initiative aims to create an effective program environment conducive to the successful execution of Iraq's ambitious infrastructure projects.
KBR’s president of Sustainable Technology Solutions, Jay Ibrahim, emphasized the company's commitment to fostering regeneration and sustainable growth within Iraq.
The contract also involves establishing an operational office in Baghdad and creating an engineering design center to enhance the skills of local Iraqi engineers. This move not only solidifies KBR's presence in the region but also aligns with Iraq's long-term vision for growth and environmental stewardship.
KBR’s involvement will significantly contribute to Iraq's energy sector development by working closely with various ministries to identify, design, and implement critical projects. The company’s focus on innovation and sustainability will be integral in supporting Iraq's goals for energy security and sustainable growth.
This strategic contract reinforces KBR's position as a key player in global infrastructure and energy solutions, highlighting its ability to deliver comprehensive, sustainable development services on a large scale.
Share Price Performance
The increasing global emphasis on critical infrastructure sectors, national security, energy security, energy transition, and climate change has significantly supported KBR's growth.
As of Mar 29, 2024, the total backlog (including award options of $3.596 billion) was $20.8 billion compared with $21.73 billion at 2023-end. Of the total backlog, Government Solutions booked $12.89 billion. The Sustainable Technology Solutions segment accounted for $4.36 billion of the total backlog. At the end of the first quarter, the company delivered a trailing 12-month book-to-bill of 1.1x.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Shares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have gained 15.5% so far this year compared with the Zacks Engineering - R and D Services industry’s 22.5% growth. Although shares of the company have underperformed the industry this year, the ongoing contract wins are likely to boost its prospects in the forthcoming quarters. KBR’s earnings estimate for 2024 reflects 10.3% year-over-year growth on a 9.2% increase in revenues.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ACM’s 2024 sales and earnings per share (EPS) indicates a rise of 21% on 49.5% lower revenues from the prior-year levels.
Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (STRL - Free Report) presently carries a Zacks Rank #2. Sterling Infrastructure has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 22.3%, on average. Shares of STRL have gained 39.5% YTD.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for STRL’s 2024 EPS indicates a rise of 18.6% from the prior-year levels.
Gates Industrial Corporation plc (GTES - Free Report) presently carries a Zacks Rank #2. GTES has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 14.9%, on average. Shares of GTES have gained 21.3% YTD.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for GTES’ 2024 sales indicates a 0.2% decline but EPS growth of 2.9% from the prior-year levels.
See More Zacks Research for These Tickers
Normally $25 each - click below to receive one report FREE:
Image: Bigstock
KBR Wins $46M Key Infrastructure Contract From Iraqi Government
KBR, Inc. (KBR - Free Report) has secured a significant five-year contract, valued at $46 million, to bolster Iraq's infrastructure and energy sector. This contract, awarded by the Iraqi Government's Ministry of Planning, underscores KBR's pivotal role in advancing Iraq's economic and social landscape through the delivery of strategic megaprojects and sustainable development initiatives.
Under the contract terms, KBR will leverage its expertise in advisory and consultancy services to support the ministry's efforts in economic planning, strategy development, feasibility studies, technical reviews, and large-scale project management. This initiative aims to create an effective program environment conducive to the successful execution of Iraq's ambitious infrastructure projects.
KBR’s president of Sustainable Technology Solutions, Jay Ibrahim, emphasized the company's commitment to fostering regeneration and sustainable growth within Iraq.
The contract also involves establishing an operational office in Baghdad and creating an engineering design center to enhance the skills of local Iraqi engineers. This move not only solidifies KBR's presence in the region but also aligns with Iraq's long-term vision for growth and environmental stewardship.
KBR’s involvement will significantly contribute to Iraq's energy sector development by working closely with various ministries to identify, design, and implement critical projects. The company’s focus on innovation and sustainability will be integral in supporting Iraq's goals for energy security and sustainable growth.
This strategic contract reinforces KBR's position as a key player in global infrastructure and energy solutions, highlighting its ability to deliver comprehensive, sustainable development services on a large scale.
Share Price Performance
The increasing global emphasis on critical infrastructure sectors, national security, energy security, energy transition, and climate change has significantly supported KBR's growth.
As of Mar 29, 2024, the total backlog (including award options of $3.596 billion) was $20.8 billion compared with $21.73 billion at 2023-end. Of the total backlog, Government Solutions booked $12.89 billion. The Sustainable Technology Solutions segment accounted for $4.36 billion of the total backlog. At the end of the first quarter, the company delivered a trailing 12-month book-to-bill of 1.1x.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Shares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have gained 15.5% so far this year compared with the Zacks Engineering - R and D Services industry’s 22.5% growth. Although shares of the company have underperformed the industry this year, the ongoing contract wins are likely to boost its prospects in the forthcoming quarters. KBR’s earnings estimate for 2024 reflects 10.3% year-over-year growth on a 9.2% increase in revenues.
Key Picks
Some better-ranked stocks in the same space are:
AECOM (ACM - Free Report) presently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). ACM has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 3%, on average. Shares of ACM have lost 4.3% year to date (YTD). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ACM’s 2024 sales and earnings per share (EPS) indicates a rise of 21% on 49.5% lower revenues from the prior-year levels.
Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (STRL - Free Report) presently carries a Zacks Rank #2. Sterling Infrastructure has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 22.3%, on average. Shares of STRL have gained 39.5% YTD.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for STRL’s 2024 EPS indicates a rise of 18.6% from the prior-year levels.
Gates Industrial Corporation plc (GTES - Free Report) presently carries a Zacks Rank #2. GTES has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 14.9%, on average. Shares of GTES have gained 21.3% YTD.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for GTES’ 2024 sales indicates a 0.2% decline but EPS growth of 2.9% from the prior-year levels.