Truist Raises Price Target on Science Applications International to $130 From $110, Keeps Hold Rating

Truist increased its price target on Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) from $110 to $130, maintaining a Hold rating. SAIC offers IT and engineering solutions to defense, space, and civilian markets. The upgrade is based on a weighted average of ratings, including valuation and EPS revisions.

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Published Sep 1, 2026, 10:40 AM UTC
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Primary signal
$SAIC
Bullish
high confidence
Mentioned
$SAIC
Relevance
7/10
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$SAICBullishMed
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Why it matters

The upgrade may lead to modest buying pressure as investors adjust expectations.

02

Market read

Analyst target raise is a fresh piece of information that could influence SAIC's short‑term price action.

03

Timing

today

Relevance 7/10Novelty 6/10Timing: today

Background

The article provides a description of SAIC's business segments and the methodology behind the rating, but the primary news is the price‑target raise.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$SAICBullishHigh confidence
Context

Truist raised its price target on Science Applications International Corp to $130 from $110 and kept a Hold rating.

Expected impact

possible short-term price appreciation

Evidence & confidence

Target increase reflects improved earnings expectations and may attract buying interest.

Key entities

  • Science Applications International Corp

    US‑listed defense and technology integrator (ticker SAIC).

  • Truist

    Research firm that raised the price target.

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