CACI International Shares Soar 3.27% on Analyst Upgrade, Contract Wins

CACI International (CACI) shares surged 3.27% today, marking the fifth consecutive day of gains, with a cumulative increase of 8.98% over the past five days. The stock price reached its highest level since November 2024, with an intraday gain of 3.71%.

The strategy of buying CACI shares after they reached a recent high and selling them one week later delivered moderate returns but underperformed the benchmark. The strategy’s CAGR was 18.61%, trailing the benchmark by 4.41 percentage points. With a maximum drawdown of -38.35% and a Sharpe ratio of 0.75, the strategy indicated a challenging risk-return profile, highlighting the importance of risk management in such a volatile scenario.

One of the key drivers behind the recent surge in CACI International's stock price is the analyst upgrade by William Blair to "Outperform" on July 7, 2025. This upgrade has been highlighted as a pivotal moment, contributing to a rise in the company's shares by over 3% in recent Monday trading. The positive outlook from analysts has bolstered investor confidence in the company's future prospects.

In addition to the analyst upgrade, CACI International has secured significant contracts valued at approximately $638 million with the intelligence community. These contracts not only enhance the company's financial position but also solidify its role as a key player in the intelligence sector. The strategic importance of these contracts has further driven investor interest, contributing to the stock's upward trajectory.