Mercury Systems Stock Today
| MRCY Stock | USD 89.48 1.42 1.61% |
Performance 0High 2 · Soft | Odds Of Distress HighLow 7 · Low |
As of May 8, 2026, Mercury Systems is priced at $89.48, reflecting a 1.61% increase today after opening at $88.06. Current risk models assign Mercury Systems a 7% probability of financial distress, reflecting a relatively small probability within its current risk profile. Return data over the last 90 trading days classifies Mercury Systems as soft in terms of performance. The performance scores are based on the time frame from February 7, 2026 to May 8, 2026. Learn more.
IPO Date 30th of January 1998 | Asset Type Stock | Category Industrials |
Follow Valuation Options Odds of Bankruptcy
Mercury Systems (MRCY) is listed on NASDAQ Exchange in USA. Mercury Systems operates within the Aerospace & Defense segment. Mercury Systems carries a mid-cap market capitalization of $5.29 billion when compared with aerospace & defense companies. To frame that market cap reading, note enterprise value near $5.82 billion, about 60.04 million shares outstanding, and a workforce of about 2,135 people. Mercury Systems has 4.67 million shares sold short (8.01 days to cover). A negative net margin of 1.46% indicates the company is not currently profitable on a net income basis. The elevated P/E of 34.06 combined with ROE of -0.96% may reflect growth expectations beyond current return levels. Mercury Systems is a long-cycle aerospace and defense contractor where revenue is driven by contract backlog, government demand, and execution. MRCY has return on total asset (ROA) of 0.53% which points to positive returns generated from the asset base. This is modestly below the industry benchmark. Mercury Systems also reports a return on stockholder's equity (ROE) of -0.96%, which indicates that the return on shareholder capital is below zero. Mercury Systems financial risk analysis Ownership Allocation The majority of Mercury Systems' outstanding shares are owned by institutions. This level of institutional concentration typically reflects the stock's inclusion in major indices, consistent liquidity, and long-term investment attractiveness for funds managing assets on behalf of pensions, endowments, and other institutional clients. With institutions controlling the majority of the float, changes in quarterly 13F filings can provide meaningful signals about shifts in professional investor sentiment.
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Attention-to-Price Pattern - Mercury Systems
As of 2026-05-06, prevailing market sentiment toward Mercury Systems appears strongly positive, based on limited recent coverage and sentiment signals. The gap between media-driven sentiment and actual performance is a measurable signal for the company.
Open Interest Against 2026-07-17 Mercury Systems Option Contracts
Current option-chain data for Mercury Systems covers the July 17, 2026 expiration. The chain lists 52 contracts (29 calls, 23 puts). Primary chain signals include implied volatility near 0.69, put/call open-interest ratio around 0.96, and max pain near strike 85.0. Open interest and volume details are available in the full chain. View more details.Open interest in Mercury Systems options reflects the number of outstanding contracts. Open interest is often compared with Mercury Systems price action to assess positioning.
ESG SustainabilityMercury Systems (MRCY) recorded an ESG Environmental Score of 50, an ESG Governance Score of 63.57, and an ESG Social Score of 49.44. Mercury Systems falls within the moderate ESG range when compared across Aerospace & Defense. Sustainability metrics may complement traditional financial analysis. All metrics are presented as contextual information.
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Stock Notable Updates
| Legal Name | Mercury Systems Inc |
| President CEO & Chairman | William Ballhaus |
| Business Concentration | Aerospace & Defense, Industrials, Nasdaq Industrial, Industrials, Aerospace & Defense, Aerospace & Defense, Industrials, (View all Sectors) |
Mercury Systems Inc NAV Analysis
Above Model Estimate
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The intrinsic value estimate for Mercury Systems is based on a 3 months horizon. Negative profit margins (-1.46%) signal ongoing profitability risk influencing market valuation. Extending the time horizon generally improves valuation stability.
Mercury Systems (MRCY) recorded a Gross Profit Margin of 22.0%, an Operating Margin of 3.2%, and a Return On Assets of -5.5%. Mercury Systems retains mixed financial positioning across capital structure and cash-generation signals. Profitability remains positive at the asset level, but ROE is not a clean read while the equity base is unusually compressed.
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| Asset Turnover | 0.33 | 0.35 |
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| Gross Profit Margin | 22.00% | 23.45% |
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| Total Current Liabilities | $362.71 million | $345.43 million |
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| Non Current Liabilities Total | $798.07 million | $760.06 million |
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| Total Assets | $2.94 billion | $2.8 billion |
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| Total Current Assets | $1.28 billion | $1.22 billion |
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Current Assets
Mercury Systems (MRCY) recorded $0.31 in Intangibles To Total Assets, $2.9 billion in Total Assets, and a Return On Assets of -5.5%. Additional disclosures note a Return On Tangible Assets of -11.0%, relevant to Mercury Systems's position within the Industrials sector.
Earnings per Share Projection vs Actual
EPS projections for Mercury Systems aggregate analyst models into a benchmark against which actual results are measured. Return on equity of -0.96% provides context for how efficiently Mercury Systems generates earnings from shareholder capital. The gap between Mercury Systems' EPS and free cash flow per share signals how much of reported earnings converts to cash. Mercury Systems' EPS estimates are updated as new analyst reports and company disclosures become available.
Analyst EPS estimates for Mercury Systems' are forward-looking and can change as coverage updates; actual results may differ materially. EPS TTM reflects trailing reported results and does not imply future performance.
Top Institutional Holders
The institutional footprint in Mercury Systems includes ownership by large pension funds, endowments, and financial firms. These holders can acquire large positions in Mercury Systems and exert significant management influence. Institutional ownership levels for Mercury Systems' can influence liquidity and price discovery. Consider Mercury Systems' institutional ownership data alongside earnings quality and balance sheet metrics.| Instituion | Recorded On | Shares | |
| The Goldman Sachs Group Inc | 2025-12-31 | 1.2 M | |
| Fmr Inc | 2025-12-31 | 1.2 M | |
| Neuberger Berman Group Llc | 2025-12-31 | 1 M | |
| William Blair Investment Management, Llc | 2025-12-31 | 984.3 K | |
| T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. | 2025-12-31 | 867.7 K | |
| Fisher Asset Management, Llc | 2025-12-31 | 860.4 K |
Mercury Systems Historical Income Statement
Depreciation And Amortization stood at $94.33 million as of December 31, 2025. Meanwhile, Interest Expense remains stable near $38.44 million, although Gross Profit is broadly unchanged around $292.67 million. View More FundamentalsMercury Systems Against Markets
| MRCY | 1.61 | ||||
| NYA | 1.17 |
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Stock Overview, Methodology & Data Sources
Mercury Systems, Inc., a technology company, manufactures and sells components, products, modules, and subsystems for aerospace and defense industries in the United States, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. Mercury Systems was incorporated in 1981 and is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts. Mercury Systems employs 2,135 people. Headquarters are in 50 Minuteman Road, Andover, MA, United States, 01810. Recent market snapshot indicates market cap 5.29 billion, P/E 34.06. Mercury Systems operates in Aerospace & Defense, Industrials, Nasdaq Industrial. Operating metrics are tied to how the market is pricing risk. Reduced trading volume may increase short-term pricing variability.
Methodology
Unless otherwise specified, financial data for Mercury Systems is derived from periodic company reporting (annual and quarterly where available). Asset-level metrics are computed daily by Macroaxis LLC and refreshed regularly based on asset type. Mercury Systems (USA Stocks:MRCY) prices are typically delayed by approximately 20 minutes from primary exchanges for listed equities. Data may be delayed depending on reporting sources and market conventions. All analytics presented are generated using Macroaxis quantitative models that incorporate financial statement analysis, market data, and risk metrics to ensure consistency and comparability. Assumptions: Inputs rely on public filings and market reference sources and institutional disclosures from U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) via EDGAR. Publication cadence can introduce timing differences. All analytics are generated using standardized, rules-based models designed to promote consistency and comparability across instruments. Model assumptions, reference parameters, and selected computational inputs are available in the Model Inputs section. If you have questions about our data sources or methodology, please contact Macroaxis Support.
Analyst Sources
Mercury Systems has active sell-side coverage. Source-validated coverage currently shows 9 approved analysts, while broader market-consensus totals may differ across providers due to methodology and update timing. 4 analysts have submitted revenue and/or earnings estimates that may be incorporated into Macroaxis consensus inputs where available. Representative analyst firms may include Stifel, Barclays, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo Securities, Evercore ISI, BMO Capital Markets, HSBC Global Research, Jefferies, among others. Updates may occur throughout the day.
Editorial review and methodology oversight provided by: Gabriel Shpitalnik, Member of Macroaxis Editorial Board
Mercury Systems Corporate Management
| Steven Ratner | Executive VP & Chief Human Resources Officer | Profile | |
| Tod Brindlinger | Senior Vice President of Operations | Profile | |
| Tyler Hojo | VP of Investors Relations | Profile | |
| Krishna Sinha | Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development | Profile |