Citigroup has initiated coverage on Loar Holdings Inc (LOAR) with a Buy rating, marking the firm's first assessment of the company. This decision reflects their analysis of Loar's business fundamentals and growth prospects within the aerospace and defense industry.
Loar Holdings, headquartered in White Plains, New York, designs, manufactures, and sells niche components for aircraft and defense systems. The company has established relationships with original equipment manufacturers and Tier Ones worldwide, serving core markets including commercial aerospace, business jets, and general aviation. As of December 11, 2025, Loar's stock trades at $68.75, with a market capitalization of $6.2 billion and a trailing P/E ratio of 97.42.
Upcoming earnings reports are anticipated, with estimates for August 11, 2026, projecting an EPS of $0.27 on revenues of $145.3 million. Recent performance has shown positive surprises, including a Q3 2025 EPS of $0.35 compared to an estimate of $0.22.
As of December 1, 2025, the analyst consensus for Loar Holdings stands at Buy, with 3 Strong Buy, 6 Buy, 1 Hold, and no Sell ratings among 10 analysts. Analyst opinions can shift as new information becomes available, and investors are encouraged to consider a range of factors when making decisions.