Is J a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 43.9/100. It is ranked #2,781 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 45/100, Momentum 41/100. The timing signal is "Bearish". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for J?

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 43.9 ranks it #2,781 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. operates in the Industrials sector (Construction industry) with a market cap of $15.08 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does J pay a dividend?

Yes, J pays a dividend with a current yield of 22.13%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $221.30 in annual dividend income.

What is J's P/E ratio?

J has a trailing P/E ratio of 30.99x. The Industrials sector average is 28.3x. This above-average P/E reflects growth expectations or premium valuation.

J's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 26.4%. ROE: 14.0% vs sector average 8.9%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is J valued compared to peers?

J's value factor score is 45/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 31.0x, EV/EBITDA 16.3x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is J's debt level?

J's debt-to-equity ratio is 237%. Sector average: 70%. Elevated leverage increases credit risk.

J has a beta of 0.93, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 74/100.

Does J have high short interest?

J's short interest factor score is 17/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

J Stock Analysis: Reduce (Score 43.9/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
J	-3.35%	-4.02%	-6.80%	-7.24%	+6.98%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLI	-0.39%	+4.73%	+0.88%	+10.57%	+38.89%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-3.28%	-7.63%	-7.14%	-6.88%	-22.54%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-2.96%	-8.76%	-7.69%	-17.81%	-31.91%	-	-	-

Metric	J	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	31.0x	+9%
EV/EBITDA	16.3x	+187%
Price / Book	4.3x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
STNG Scorpio Tankers Inc.	64	43	96	73	-	93.3%	63.1%	53.8%	-	30.0x	$3.8B	VS
TNK TEEKAY TANKERS LTD.	62	50	97	71	6.4x	91.9%	67.0%	32.8%	-	0.0x	$2.5B	VS
TEN TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD	61	50	86	75	7.6x	42.1%	97.8%	22.6%	-	103.0x	$1.2B	VS
HAFN Hafnia Ltd	60	42	79	77	-	439.1%	48.5%	27.0%	-	0.0x	$3.8B	VS
TPH Tri Pointe Homes, Inc.	57	50	67	66	13.6x	8.8%	47.5%	7.9%	-26.0%	50.0x	$4.0B	VS
GLDD Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP	57	50	69	70	16.3x	13.5%	22.2%	8.1%	14.8%	73.0x	$1.1B	VS
SOBO South Bow Corp	57	39	79	66	22.0x	48.4%	82.3%	14.9%	-	219.0x	$6.8B	VS
IMPP Imperial Petroleum Inc./Marshall Islands	54	44	98	58	2.8x	47.7%	100.0%	34.0%	-19.7%	0.0x	$156M	VS
CCO Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.	52	48	58	69	59.3x	-	53.4%	-0.3%	7.7%	-	$1.2B	VS
IMXI International Money Express, Inc.	52	50	73	52	11.6x	25.5%	0.0%	6.4%	-9.7%	221.0x	$476M	VS
J JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC.	44	50	45	41	31.0x	14.0%	26.4%	4.0%	15.7%	237.0x	$15.1B

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%
FCF Margin %	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	5.1%	-3.9%	2.6%	7.2%
ROE %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.0%	0.1%
ROA %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%
ROIC %	19.4%	5.3%	18.7%	12.0%	12.9%	11.9%	9.1%	6.4%	4.9%	6.9%	5.0%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.3%

0.2%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

FCF Margin %

5.1%

-3.9%

2.6%

7.2%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.0%

0.1%

ROA %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

ROIC %

19.4%

5.3%

18.7%

12.0%

12.9%

11.9%

9.1%

6.4%

4.9%

6.9%

5.0%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$12.1B	$12.0B	$11.5B	$16.4B	$14.9B	$14.1B	$13.6B	$12.7B	$15.0B	$6.3B	$11.0B	$12.1B
	—	$9.0B	$8.7B	$12.9B	$11.6B	$11.0B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$3.2B	$3.0B	$2.8B	$3.5B	$3.3B	$3.0B	$2.6B	$2.5B	$2.8B	$1.3B	$1.8B	$2.0B
Gross Margin	26.4%	24.8%	24.6%	21.2%	22.3%	21.6%	19.1%	19.4%	20.4%	19.9%	16.1%	16.3%
	—	$2.1B	$2.1B	$2.4B	$2.4B	$2.4B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$82M	$99M	$103M	$102M	$101M	$91M	$90M	$118M	$123M	$0	$0
Total Operating Expenses	—	$2.1B	$2.1B	$2.4B	$2.4B	$2.4B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$847M	$864M	$692M	$1.1B	$918M	$688M	$536M	$405M	$648M	$244M	$339M	$446M
EBIT	$847M	$864M	$692M	$1.1B	$918M	$688M	$536M	$405M	$648M	$244M	$339M	$446M
EBITDA	$914M	$946M	$792M	$1.2B	$1.0B	$789M	$590M	$516M	$517M	$369M	$466M	$442M
Operating Margin	7.0%	7.2%	6.0%	6.6%	6.2%	4.9%	4.0%	3.2%	3.7%	3.9%	3.1%	3.7%
EBITDA Margin	7.5%	7.9%	6.9%	7.2%	6.8%	5.6%	4.3%	4.0%	3.4%	5.8%	4.2%	3.7%
	—	—	—	$168M	$100M	$73M	$62M	$84M	$77M	$12M	$15M	$20M
	—	$543M	$777M	$917M	$876M	$696M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$216M	$131M	$196M	$161M	$275M	$55M	$37M	$382M	$73M	$72M	$101M
	$482M	$304M	$853M	$720M	$715M	$431M	$524M	$873M	$173M	$287M	$215M	$329M
Net Margin	4.0%	2.5%	7.4%	4.4%	4.8%	3.1%	3.9%	6.9%	1.6%	4.5%	2.0%	2.7%
	$1.12	$2.39	$6.35	$5.32	$5.01	$3.22	$3.74	$6.14	$1.18	$2.43	$1.75	$2.42
Diluted EPS	$1.12	$2.38	$6.32	$5.30	$4.98	$3.20	$3.74	$6.14	$1.18	$2.43	$1.75	$2.42
Weighted Avg Basic	—	121M	125M	127M	129M	130M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	122M	126M	127M	129M	131M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$12.1B

$12.0B

$11.5B

$16.4B

$14.9B

$14.1B

$13.6B

$12.7B

$15.0B

$6.3B

$11.0B

$12.1B

—

$9.0B

$8.7B

$12.9B

$11.6B

$11.0B

—

$3.2B

$3.0B

$2.8B

$3.5B

$3.3B

$3.0B

$2.6B

$2.5B

$2.8B

$1.3B

$1.8B

$2.0B

Gross Margin

26.4%

24.8%

24.6%

21.2%

22.3%

21.6%

19.1%

19.4%

20.4%

19.9%

16.1%

16.3%

—

$2.1B

$2.4B

—

Depreciation

—

$82M

$99M

$103M

$102M

$101M

$91M

$90M

$118M

$123M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$2.1B

$2.4B

—

$847M

$864M

$692M

$1.1B

$918M

$688M

$536M

$405M

$648M

$244M

$339M

$446M

EBIT

$847M

$864M

$692M

$1.1B

$918M

$688M

$536M

$405M

$648M

$244M

$339M

$446M

EBITDA

$914M

$946M

$792M

$1.2B

$1.0B

$789M

$590M

$516M

$517M

$369M

$466M

$442M

Operating Margin

7.0%

7.2%

6.0%

6.6%

6.2%

4.9%

4.0%

3.2%

3.7%

3.9%

3.1%

3.7%

EBITDA Margin

7.5%

7.9%

6.9%

7.2%

6.8%

5.6%

4.3%

4.0%

3.4%

5.8%

4.2%

3.7%

—

$168M

$100M

$73M

$62M

$84M

$77M

$12M

$15M

$20M

—

$543M

$777M

$917M

$876M

$696M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$216M

$131M

$196M

$161M

$275M

$55M

$37M

$382M

$73M

$72M

$101M

$482M

$304M

$853M

$720M

$715M

$431M

$524M

$873M

$173M

$287M

$215M

$329M

Net Margin

4.0%

2.5%

7.4%

4.4%

4.8%

3.1%

3.9%

6.9%

1.6%

4.5%

2.0%

2.7%

$1.12

$2.39

$6.35

$5.32

$5.01

$3.22

$3.74

$6.14

$1.18

$2.43

$1.75

$2.42

Diluted EPS

$1.12

$2.38

$6.32

$5.30

$4.98

$3.20

$3.74

$6.14

$1.18

$2.43

$1.75

$2.42

Weighted Avg Basic

—

121M

125M

127M

129M

130M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

122M

126M

127M

129M

131M

—

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. Do?

Jacobs Solutions Inc. provides consulting, technical, scientific, and project delivery services for the government and private sectors in the United States, Europe, Canada, India, rest of Asia, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Mexico, the Middle East, and Africa. The company operates in two segments, Critical Mission Solutions and People & Places Solutions. The Critical Mission Solutions segment provides cybersecurity, data analytics, systems and software application integration and consulting, enterprise and mission IT, engineering and design, nuclear, enterprise level operations and maintenance, and other technical consulting solutions. The People & Places Solutions segment offers data analytics, artificial intelligence and automation, software development, digitally driven consulting, planning and architecture, program management, and other technical consulting solutions. The company is also involved in the management and execution of wind-tunnel design-build projects; and design-build for water and construction management. Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Industrials sector, specifically within the Construction industry. The company is led by CEO Steven J. Demetriou and employs approximately 60,000 people, headquartered in Wilmington, Texas. With a market capitalization of $15.1B, J is one of the prominent companies in the Industrials sector.

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 43.9/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.J ranks #2,781 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Industrials sector, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. ranks #461 of 752 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Industrials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

J Stock Price and 52-Week Range

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) currently trades at $122.87. The stock lost $4.26 (3.4%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for J is $168.44, which means the stock is currently trading -27.1% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $106.23, putting the stock 15.7% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 853K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is J Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) carries a value factor score of 45/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 30.99x, compared to the Industrials sector average of 28.33x — a premium of 9%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 4.33x, versus the sector average of 2.23x. The price-to-sales ratio is 1.23x, compared to 0.50x for the average Industrials stock. On an enterprise value basis, J trades at 16.34x EV/EBITDA, versus 5.70x for the sector.

Overall, J's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 14.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 8.9%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 4.2% versus the sector average of 3.3%.

On a margin basis, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. reports gross margins of 26.4%, compared to 35.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 7.0% (sector: 6.2%). Net profit margin stands at 4.0%, versus 3.9% for the average Industrials stock. Revenue growth is running at 15.7% on a trailing basis, compared to 6.4% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

J Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 237.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 70.0%. This elevated leverage warrants close monitoring, as it increases the company's sensitivity to rising interest rates and economic downturns. The current ratio is 1.33x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage.

J has a beta of 0.93, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. is 74/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. reported revenue of $12.12B and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.12. Net income for the quarter was $482M. Gross margin was 26.4%. Operating income came in at $847M.

In Q1 2026, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. reported revenue of $3.29B and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.12. Net income for the quarter was $134M. Gross margin was 23.2%. Operating income came in at $233M.

In FY 2025, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. reported revenue of $12.03B and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.39. Net income for the quarter was $304M. Gross margin was 24.8%. Revenue grew 4.6% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $864M.

In Q3 2025, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. reported revenue of $3.03B and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.55. Net income for the quarter was $190M. Gross margin was 25.0%. Revenue grew 5.1% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $235M.

Over the past 8 quarters, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $2.85B to $12.12B. Investors analyzing J stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

J Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) currently pays a dividend yield of 22.1%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in J stock would generate approximately $$2213.00 in annual dividend income.

J Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) has a momentum factor score of 41/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 27/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 17/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

J vs Competitors — Industrials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Industrials sector, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) ranks #461 out of 752 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places J in the lower half of all Industrials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include South Bow Corp (SOBO) with a score of 56.5/100, TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD (TEN) with a score of 61.4/100, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP (GLDD) with a score of 56.7/100, Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. (TPH) with a score of 57.3/100, and Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (CCO) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing J against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full J vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

J Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy J? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. suggests caution. Low volatility (stability score 74/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, JACOBS SOLUTIONS INC. (J) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 43.9/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on J stock.

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