Telos (TLS.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 55% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Telos Price Target 2026: Analysts See 57% Upside

The average price target for Telos is $6.33. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 57.27% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Telos overvalued or undervalued?

Telos is currently undervalued with a gap of 57.3% relative to the price target.


The current price is $4.03, which places Telos in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $5.70, and overvalued when the price exceeds $6.96.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Telos, the fair value range lies between $5.70 and $6.96.


See the full price target analysis for Telos →

Analyst Ratings for Telos stock in 2026: Buy

4 analysts cover Telos. Analysts are mostly neutral — 50% recommend Hold. The average price target is $6.33, which gives an upside of 57.3% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.00/5)
Strong Buy
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4.00 out of 5 based on 4 analysts

About Telos – Software - Infrastructure

Telos Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides cyber, cloud, and enterprise security solutions in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments: Security Solutions and Secure Networks. The company offers Xacta, a platform delivering automated cyber risk management and compliance processes for systems based in the cloud, on-premises, and in hybrid environments; Xacta.ai, an artificial intelligence capability at Xacta cyber GRC platform; and risk management framework consulting services, security assessment and compliance, engineering and evaluation, operations, penetration testing, and digital forensics. It also provides Telos Automated Message Handling System, a web-based organizational message distribution and management for mission-critical communications used by military field operatives. In addition, the company offers Telos Identity Solutions, a portfolio of identity solutions that support secure identity verification, biometric enrollment, and trusted identity services for government and commercial customers; TSA PreCheck enrollment services, IDVetting, and Aviation Channeling Services, which provide identity enrollment, FBI background check submission, and biometric services for government agencies, transportation security programs, and regulated industries; and ONYX, a proprietary touchless fingerprint biometric technology designed to enable secure and scalable biometric authentication across mobile and enterprise environments. Further, the company provides secure mobility solutions that enable work off-premise and minimize operational and security concerns across and beyond the enterprise; and network management and defense services for operating, maintaining, and defending complex enterprise networks. It serves the United States federal government, large commercial businesses, state and local governments, and international customers. Telos Corporation was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Telos

$ 312M Market cap
$ 194M Revenue
Software - Infrastructure Industry
- P/E
1.61 P/S
3.27 P/B
United States Listed on exchange
telos.com Website

What kind of stock is Telos?

Speculative stock

Telos is classified as a speculative stock.

Score Overview for Telos

💰 Value Score 31/100 (Low)
⭐ Quality Score 26/100 (Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 16/100 (Very Low)
📊 Total Score 24/100

⚠️ 3 red flags identified 1 critical

Our analysis has identified 3 potential risk factors in Telos that investors should be aware of.

🚨 Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is -4.44 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.
⚠️ Negative profit margin: The profit margin is -8.1% – the company is losing money on its operations.
⚠️ Negative return on equity: ROE is -14.9% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.

📈 Valuation

The P/S ratio is 1.6. The P/B ratio is 3.3.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Telos and an operating margin of 0.7%.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 5 out of 9 — average financial health. Altman Z2 is -4.44 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 24.5% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 5.12% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

Insider Trading in Telos 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Telos have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 4,356,065 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Bendza Gary Mark, Robbins Edward Hutchinson Jr., Dockery Derrick D. and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 11 sales. A net 2,770,811 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 4,356,065 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Bendza Gary Mark sold 25,461 shares at 4 $ each on 2026-09-11.

Who is selling: Bendza Gary Mark, Robbins Edward Hutchinson Jr., Dockery Derrick D., Terreri Donald Joseph, Jacobs Bradley W. and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Telos (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Telos. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-09-11 Bendza Gary Mark Sell 25,461 4 110,246
2026-09-09 Bendza Gary Mark Sell 200,000 5 910,000
2026-09-02 Robbins Edward Hutchinson Jr. Sell 62,398 5 295,143
2026-08-21 Dockery Derrick D. Sell 12,000 4 53,160
2026-08-14 Terreri Donald Joseph Sell 1,382 5 6,274
2026-08-12 Dockery Derrick D. Sell 11,000 4 47,740
2026-06-26 Bendza Gary Mark Sell 80,140 4 353,417
2026-06-25 Bendza Gary Mark Sell 97,976 4 410,519
2026-06-24 Dockery Derrick D. Sell 7,000 4 30,520
2026-06-24 Bendza Gary Mark Sell 71,884 4 313,414

Who is buying and selling Telos shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Bendza Gary Mark, Robbins Edward Hutchinson Jr., Dockery Derrick D., Terreri Donald Joseph, Jacobs Bradley W. and others. In total, 4,356,065 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Telos Short Selling 2026: 5.1% Sold Short

High short interest: 5.1% of the free float
Short % of free float
5.1%
Assessment
High short interest
Short squeeze risk
Moderate
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a high share of short selling. Between 5-10% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 5.1% means that 5.1% of the freely traded shares in Telos have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on 11/9/2026. With a short interest of 5.1%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does Telos Report Earnings – Next Date: 11/9/2026

The next earnings report from Telos is scheduled for November 9, 2026, before the market opens. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Telos 2026 – Signal: Strong Sell

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Sell

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated September 19, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Telos Corporation

Telos Corporation is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $4.07 is 9.5% below the 20-day average ($4.50). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 10.3% below the 50-day average ($4.54). Long term, the stock is 12.8% below the 200-day average ($4.67), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (4.54) is below the 200-day average (4.67), which is a classic bearish signal for Telos Corporation.

Is Telos Corporation overbought or oversold?

Telos Corporation has an RSI of 40.3. The stock sits in the lower part of the neutral zone, which points to weak momentum without being oversold. In the current downtrend, be careful about reading this as a buying opportunity.

MACD Analysis for Telos Corporation

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-0.111), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (-0.046) by 0.065, which confirms growing negative momentum in the downtrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-0.072), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (-0.069) by 0.003, which confirms continued negative long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly MACD are negative and below their signal lines. Trend and momentum are negative across time horizons – the strongest bearish signal.

Risk Profile for Telos Corporation

Telos Corporation has an annual standard deviation of 65.2%, which classifies the stock as Speculative. Sizeable price swings are normal, and the stock requires a higher risk tolerance.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Telos Corporation

Trend: Negative. The price trades below SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-0.111). Weekly bearish (-0.072).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly falling.

RSI: 40.3 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Sell

The price is in a downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is negative on both a daily and weekly basis. Avoid buying and consider closing existing positions.

Frequently Asked Questions About Telos stock in 2026

Should you buy Telos stock now?
No, the technical signal for Telos is currently SELL. Telos trades at $4.03 as of 9/19/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Sell. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.111 with falling momentum (signal: -0.046); RSI is at 40.3 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $6.33 points to 57.3% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Telos stock?
The average analyst price target for Telos is $6.33. The current price is $4.03, which gives an upside of 57.3%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $5.70 and $6.96.
Is Telos a dividend stock?
No, Telos does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Telos stock?
Telos is rated as a stock in the risk category Speculative. the annual standard deviation is 65.2%, which classifies the stock as Speculative.
Is Telos overvalued?
No, Telos is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (57.3% upside). Telos has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 1.6, a P/B ratio of 3.3. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 57.3%.
Is Telos overbought?
No, Telos is not overbought. RSI is at 40.3 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 40.3 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 10.5% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish).
When is the next Telos earnings report?
Telos reports its next earnings on November 9, 2026. The stock currently trades at $4.03.
Is Telos shorted?
Yes, Telos is shorted with 5.1% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Telos stock?
No, insiders are not buying Telos shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 11 sales. On a net basis, 2,770,811 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 4,356,065 $ sold. Active sellers include Bendza Gary Mark, Robbins Edward Hutchinson Jr., Dockery Derrick D. and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Telos a good stock?
Based on our total score, Telos is rated as a poor stock with a total score of 24 out of 100. The stock scores below average on value, quality and momentum – it sits at the lower end of the market. The score is made up of Value: 31/100, Quality: 26/100, Momentum: 16/100. In addition: analysts see 57.3% upside to the price target; technical signal: Strong Sell. Whether Telos is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Telos stock?
The outlook for Telos based on current data: the average analyst price target is $6.33 (+57.3%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 11/9/2026, which can move the price. Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Telos stock falling?
Telos is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 10.5% below the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); short interest is 5.1% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Telos go?
The average analyst price target for Telos is $6.33, which corresponds to a potential gain of 57.3% from the current price of $4.03. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Telos fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Telos. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Telos do?
Telos Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides cyber, cloud, and enterprise security solutions in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments: Security Solutions and Secure Networks. The company offers Xacta, a platform delivering autom... The company belongs to the Technology sector, more specifically the Software - Infrastructure industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Telos as an investment.
Did Telos raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Telos. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Telos making money or losing money?
No, Telos is currently not making money — the company is losing money with a negative profit margin of -8.1%, a noticeable loss. That means the business loses money on every dollar of revenue. The operating margin, however, is positive at 0.7% — the core business makes money; the loss comes from financing costs, taxes or one-off items. For growth stocks investing in expansion this is normal — but it raises the risk if the company does not reach break-even before its capital runs out.
Can Telos go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Telos is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -4.44 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 5 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 24% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Telos have a lot of debt?
No, Telos has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 24%. For the technology sector, anything below 60% counts as low debt. Tech companies are usually asset-light and need little borrowed capital — anything below 60% counts as low in this sector. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.

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