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Elbit America secures CBP contracts totaling $370M, signaling sustained U.S. defense revenue

Jul 20, 2026, 2:35 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The awards provide material, multi-year revenue visibility and backlog expansion; similar government contract wins have historically supported valuation and earnings growth for defense names. This is a credible, price-relevant catalyst due to lengthened contracts and scale.

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Elbit Systems announced that its U.S. subsidiary, Elbit America, won CBP awards totaling over $370 million for work through May 2029, boosting its U.S. defense footprint. The company reported $2,188.8 million in revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2026, and a backlog of $30.2 billion, underscoring strong mid-term revenue visibility. The awards augment ESLT's U.S. footprint and long-term revenue potential.

  • CBP awards Elbit America over $370M; work through May 2029.
  • CEO says awards enhance U.S. security capabilities.
  • Q3 2026 revenue: $2,188.8M; backlog: $30.2B.
  • Elbit Systems employs over 20,000 people across dozens of countries.

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