Compared to Estimates, Booz Allen (BAH) Q4 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics

Core Insights - Booz Allen Hamilton (BAH) reported revenue of $2.97 billion for the quarter ended March 2025, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 7.3% [1] - Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter was $1.61, up from $1.33 in the same quarter last year, indicating a positive trend in profitability [1] - The reported revenue was below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.02 billion by 1.50%, while the EPS exceeded the consensus estimate of $1.59 by 1.26% [1] Financial Performance Metrics - Total backlog for Booz Allen stood at $37.03 billion, which was below the two-analyst average estimate of $38.61 billion [4] - Revenue from U.S. Government Defense Clients was $1.53 billion, surpassing the average estimate of $1.50 billion, with a year-over-year increase of 14.2% [4] - Revenue from U.S. Government Civil Clients was reported at $989 million, below the average estimate of $1.03 billion, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 4.7% [4] - Revenue from U.S. Government Intelligence Clients was $458 million, which was lower than the average estimate of $496.32 million, with a year-over-year increase of 3% [4] Stock Performance - Booz Allen's shares have returned +8.2% over the past month, compared to a +10.7% change in the Zacks S&P 500 composite [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 4 (Sell), suggesting potential underperformance relative to the broader market in the near term [3]