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May 26, 2026

Booz Allen Hamilton: A Lower Bar

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Goldman Sachs reiterates its Sell rating on Booz Allen Hamilton (BAH) following mixed F4Q26 results, citing concerns over a 12% headcount reduction and muted FY27 revenue growth guidance.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Maintain Sell rating due to expectations of limited multi-year revenue and earnings growth despite a de-rated valuation.
  • 2.F4Q26 results were mixed, with revenue missing consensus while EBITDA and EPS exceeded expectations.
  • 3.Headcount saw a significant decline of 12% year-over-year, indicating potential operational contraction.

Table of Contents

  • Our view on the stock post F4Q26 earnings
  • Key elements of the quarter
  • SELL
  • Revenue and margins
  • Guidance
  • Price target methodology and risks
  • Disclosure Appendix
  • Ratings, coverage universe and related definitions
  • Global product; distributing entities
  • General disclosures

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