Citigroup has initiated coverage on VSE Corp (VSEC) with a Buy rating, reflecting its assessment of the company’s potential within the aerospace and defense industry. This marks Citigroup's first evaluation of VSE Corp, which is headquartered in Miramar, Florida, and specializes in providing repair services, parts distribution, and logistics for transportation assets across land, sea, and air.
As of December 11, 2025, VSE Corp's stock is priced at $171.03, and the company boasts a market capitalization of $4.1 billion. It reported a trailing twelve-month (TTM) price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 364.86 and earnings per share (EPS) of 0.55. The firm also offers a significant dividend yield of 22.4%.
Looking ahead, VSE Corp is expected to announce earnings on July 28, 2026, with analysts estimating an EPS of $1.08 and revenue of $325.0 million. Recent performance has shown positive surprises, including a 15.5% earnings beat in Q3 2025, where EPS reached $0.99 against an estimate of $0.86.
The move underscores Citigroup's confidence in VSE Corp's growth prospects amid a competitive landscape. Analyst ratings, while informative, should be considered alongside other factors such as company fundamentals and industry trends as investors make decisions. As of December 1, 2025, the consensus among analysts stands at Buy, with 6 Strong Buy, 8 Buy, and 1 Hold ratings.
This update provides insight into VSE Corp's market position and the positive outlook from analysts, reflecting the company's strategic importance in the aerospace and defense sector.