Group 1 - Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Inc (NASDAQ:KTOS) shares increased by 2.7% to $70.79, reaching 20-year highs after an upgrade from BTIG to "buy" from "neutral" [1] - BTIG raised its price target for KTOS to $72 from $55, highlighting potential growth in the Unmanned Aerial Systems unit [1] - The company raised its full-year forecast following strong second-quarter revenue, with Canaccord Genuity initiating coverage with a "buy" rating [2] Group 2 - Currently, 12 out of 15 analysts covering KTOS have a "buy" or better rating, with a 12-month consensus price target of $70.85, aligning closely with current stock levels [2] - Year-to-date, KTOS has outperformed with a 167% increase, and a 105% rise in the last three months [3] - There remains short covering potential, as short interest accounts for 6% of the stock's available float [3]