Jacobs Engr Group Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Jacobs (NYSE:J) revealed a new three-year strategy aimed at leveraging its business portfolio to capitalize on market opportunities through 2025. The strategy focuses on three growth accelerators: Climate Response, Consultancy & Advisory, and Data Solutions. A new unit called Divergent Solutions will enhance its Data Solutions capabilities. Jacobs projects fiscal 2022 adjusted EBITDA between $1.37 billion and $1.45 billion and adjusted EPS of $6.85 to $7.45. It anticipates earnings of ~$11.00 to ~$12.00 adjusted EPS by fiscal 2025.

Electreon and Jacobs have announced a strategic collaboration to advance wireless charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) in the U.S. The partnership aims to implement wireless EV charging projects across various locations, enhancing Electreon’s presence in the U.S. market. Both companies are committed to innovative technology; Jacobs has recently acquired mobility analytics and edge computing firms to support this initiative. This partnership builds on prior successful projects, including a wireless charging pilot in Detroit, supported by multiple industry players.

Jacobs (NYSE:J) has appointed Steve Arnette as EVP and President of Critical Mission Solutions (CMS), effective April 1, 2022, succeeding Dawne Hickton. Hicken's tenure saw significant growth and cultural transformation in the CMS division. Arnette, with over 25 years at Jacobs, previously led CMS's largest business unit. The leadership change aligns with Jacobs' new three-year strategy starting March 7 in the U.S. and March 15 in the U.K. Jacobs aims to leverage major trends in global security and energy for future growth.

On March 2, 2022, Jacobs (NYSE:J) and Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing data and technology solutions in the infrastructure and national security sectors. The initial focus is on the water sector, launching a joint data analytics service to address complex water infrastructure challenges, ultimately reducing costs and improving operational efficiency. The partnership intends to leverage Jacobs' expertise and Palantir's advanced platforms to optimize water treatment processes, manage cyber threats, and expand their services to federal government clients.

C5 Acquisition Corporation announces that starting February 28, 2022, holders of its IPO units can trade Class A common stock and public warrants separately. The stock will trade under the symbols "CXAC" for common shares and "CXAC WS" for warrants, with unchanged units trading as "CXAC.U". This follows the SEC's effective declaration of their registration statement on January 6, 2022. The company aims to focus on mergers in national security sectors including Space, Cybersecurity, and Energy Transition.

Jacobs has been appointed as the Subsurface Project Management Consultant by PT Geo Dipa Energi to expand the Dieng and Patuha geothermal power plants in Java, Indonesia. The project aims to double the output from 110 MW to 220 MW, supporting Indonesia's renewable energy transition. Jacobs will conduct a geoscientific study and provide expertise on geothermal resource utilization. This initiative, financed by the Asian Development Bank, promises job creation, reduced carbon emissions by 700,000 tons annually, and enhanced local energy access.

Mace and Jacobs have been appointed as the Program Management Consultant for the regeneration of The Ellinikon in Greece, one of Europe's largest urban redevelopment projects. This initiative will create a 2 million square meter Metropolitan Park and is expected to attract 1 million tourists annually. The project aims to generate approximately 10,000 construction jobs and 75,000 long-term jobs. The joint venture will leverage the firms' extensive experience from past iconic projects such as the London 2012 Olympics.

Jacobs (NYSE:J) is part of a consortium awarded a project by the Michigan Department of Transportation to implement the first inductive vehicle charging pilot in the U.S. The team, led by Electreon, will create a one-mile stretch of dynamic and stationary wireless EV charging technology in Detroit. This project aims to enhance the efficiency of electric vehicles and reduce CO2 emissions from the transportation sector, which is a top priority for Jacobs. With $14 billion in revenue and approximately 55,000 employees, Jacobs focuses on solutions to address climate change and urban mobility challenges.