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Castellum, Inc. CTM

Services-Management Consulting Services · SIC 8742

0.49USD+2.08% · 1 dayClose 04 Nov 2026

Castellum is a technology services company working mainly for the U.S. government in cybersecurity, electronic warfare, software development and information operations. The company reported revenue growth in the first half of 2026 and a total backlog of over 271 million USD, which makes it relevant for investors watching defense budgets, though profitability remains an open question with net losses still present.

At the close of 04 Nov 2026, Castellum, Inc. (CTM) stock was 0.49 USD (+2.08% on the day), with market capitalisation 46.4 m USD, beta 1.63, 52-week range 0.48–1.23 USD. Latest reported quarter (Q2 2026): revenue of 13.9 m USD (−1.1% YoY), net income of -1.0 m USD, diluted EPS -0.01 USD.

Data as of · AI analysis dated · Source: SEC filings and closing prices, computed by olivLaw.

Market cap
46.4 m USD
shares as of 05 Aug 2026
P/E (TTM)
unavailable
Diluted EPS TTM -0.02 · TTM to 30 Jun 2026
E/P (TTM)
-4.48%
TTM to 30 Jun 2026
Dividend yield
unavailable
Beta (2y)
1.63
Volatility (1y) 69%
52-week range
0.481.23

Price history

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Technical reading

RSI (14)
32.8
weak (30–45)
Bollinger (20, 2)
0.46 – 0.64
in the lower half of the band · %B 0.18 · band width 33.8%
SMA 50 / 200
0.59 / 0.71
downtrend (price < SMA50 < SMA200)
MACD (12, 26, 9)
-0.03 / -0.03
MACD below signal

Indicators describe past prices; on their own they do not predict direction. On our history the RSI ≤ 40 filter added no return (see the signals methodology).

Performance

CompanyS&P 500vs S&P 500Vertical median
1 month−21.5%−1.1%−20.4 pp—
3 months−37.7%−0.5%−37.2 pp—
6 months−29.2%+4.4%−33.6 pp—
Year to date−45.7%+12.3%−58.1 pp—
1 year−62.6%+13.5%−76.1 pp—
3 years+26.6%+76.4%−49.8 pp—
5 yearsunavailable+63.7%unavailable—
Max drawdown (1y)
−61.3%
05 Nov 2025 → 02 Nov 2026
Max drawdown (5y)
−92.3%
15 Dec 2022 → 07 Aug 2024
Compound annual growth (5y)
unavailable
S&P 500 +10.4%

Price returns, dividends excluded.

Quarterly results

Latest quarter: Q2 2026 · 30 Jun 2026

Revenue
13.9 m USD
−1.1% YoY
Net income
-1.0 m USD
unavailable YoY
Diluted EPS
-0.01
unavailable YoY
net / operating
-7.4% / -7.9%

Quarterly margins

Quarterly statements · USD

Fiscal yearQ3 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q4 '25Q1 '26Q2 '26
Revenue11.6 m10.3 m11.7 m14.0 m14.6 m12.6 m14.3 m13.9 m
Cost of revenue6.7 m6.2 m7.1 m9.0 m9.1 m8.3 m9.2 m9.1 m
Gross profit5.0 m4.1 m4.6 m5.1 m5.5 m4.3 m5.1 m4.7 m
Operating income-1.4 m-1.6 m-1.5 m-383.5 k445.3 k-1.4 m-698.0 k-1.1 m
Depreciation & amortisation556.5 k ≈496.6 k378.2 k372.0 k ≈374.3 k ≈374.4 k325.0 k324.3 k ≈
Interest expense181.5 k100.1 k28.7 k126.1 k69.6 k-28.7 k00
Pre-tax income-1.5 m-2.7 m-1.1 m-397.9 k522.1 k-1.2 m-344.6 k-989.6 k
Income tax-257.5 k71.1 k74.3 k-75.8 k106.7 k102.8 k6.7 k36.9 k
Net income-1.3 m-2.7 m-1.2 m-322.1 k415.4 k-1.3 m-351.3 k-1.0 m
Diluted EPS-0.02-0.05 ≈-0.010.000.00-0.01 ≈0.00-0.01
Operating cash flow742.2 k ≈-394.4 k-2.5 m214.2 k ≈1.0 m ≈-661.7 k1.3 m1.1 m ≈
Capex3.3 k ≈0097.2 k ≈44.7 k ≈9.8 k9.7 k17.5 k ≈

≈ derived quarter (cumulative difference / share-days average)

E/P over time

E/P = trailing-12-month diluted EPS / price at quarter end. E/P is the inverse of P/E and stays defined when earnings are negative.

Fiscal years

Fiscal year202020212022202320242025
Revenue13.3 m25.1 m42.2 m45.2 m44.8 m52.9 m
Revenue YoYunavailable+87.9%+68.3%+7.2%−1.1%+18.1%
Net income-2.7 m-7.5 m-14.9 m-17.8 m-10.0 m-2.4 m
Net income YoYunavailableunavailableunavailableunavailableunavailableunavailable
Diluted EPS-0.17-0.41-0.55-0.38-0.18-0.03
Diluted EPS YoYunavailableunavailableunavailableunavailableunavailableunavailable
net %-20.3%-30.1%-35.3%-39.3%-22.3%-4.5%
Free cash flow1.0 m-1.4 m900.9 k-2.3 m1.1 m-2.1 m

Reported results vs expectations

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Balance sheet & financial health

Fiscal year 2025 · 31 Dec 2025

Cash
14.9 m USD
Financial debt
unavailable USD
Net debt
unavailable USD
Equity
35.8 m USD
Total assets
41.9 m USD
Debt / equity
unavailable
Current ratio
4.40x
ROE
-8.6%
ROA
-6.0%
FCF margin
-4.0%

Financial statements (source on every figure)

Revenue and net income (USD)

Margins

Income statement · USD

Revenue
2023
45.2 m
2024
44.8 m
2025
52.9 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Cost of revenue
2023
26.6 m
2024
26.5 m
2025
33.5 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Gross profit
2023
18.7 m
2024
18.3 m
2025
19.4 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Operating income
2023
-16.7 m
2024
-7.2 m
2025
-2.8 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Depreciation & amortisation
2023
2.5 m
2024
2.2 m
2025
1.5 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

EBITDA
2023
-14.1 m ≈
2024
-5.0 m ≈
2025
-1.3 m ≈

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026derived

Interest expense
2023
1.4 m
2024
209.6 k
2025
0

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Pre-tax income
2023
-19.1 m
2024
-9.9 m
2025
-2.2 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Income tax
2023
-1.3 m
2024
68.0 k
2025
208.0 k

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Net income
2023
-17.8 m
2024
-10.0 m
2025
-2.4 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Diluted EPS
2023
-0.38
2024
-0.18
2025
-0.03

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Weighted average diluted shares
2023
47.2 m
2024
55.3 m
2025
93.0 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Balance sheet · USD

Cash
2023
1.8 m
2024
12.3 m
2025
14.9 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Receivables
2023
6.9 m
2024
5.5 m
2025
8.2 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Current assets
2023
9.5 m
2024
18.9 m
2025
24.6 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Property, plant & equipment, net
2023
310.2 k
2024
156.1 k
2025
231.1 k

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Goodwill
2023
10.7 m
2024
10.7 m
2025
10.7 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Intangibles (excl. goodwill)
2023
9.0 m
2024
6.8 m
2025
5.4 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Total assets
2023
30.1 m
2024
37.8 m
2025
41.9 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Accounts payable
2023
785.0 k
2024
1.1 m
2025
1.9 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Long-term debt
2023
8.1 m
2024
8.0 m
2025
—

SEC (XBRL)· 11 Mar 2025verified

Current liabilities
2023
8.0 m
2024
9.8 m
2025
5.6 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Total liabilities
2023
17.2 m
2024
17.7 m
2025
6.2 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Equity
2023
12.9 m †
2024
20.2 m †
2025
35.8 m †

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Cash flow · USD

Operating cash flow
2023
-2.3 m
2024
1.1 m
2025
-1.9 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Capex
2023
18.3 k
2024
3.3 k
2025
151.7 k

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Free cash flow
2023
-2.3 m ≈
2024
1.1 m ≈
2025
-2.1 m ≈

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026derived

Investing cash flow
2023
-441.0 k
2024
221.4 k
2025
-159.8 k

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Financing cash flow
2023
-104.6 k
2024
9.1 m
2025
4.7 m

SEC (XBRL)· 09 Mar 2026verified

Computed indicators

Growth

Revenue growth (YoY)
18.1%
computed by olivLawFY 2025
Revenue CAGR 3Y
7.8%
computed by olivLawFY 2022 → FY 2025
Revenue CAGR 5Y
31.7%
computed by olivLawFY 2020 → FY 2025
EBIT growth (YoY)
unavailable
the base of the ratio is not positive
Net income growth (YoY)
unavailable
the base of the ratio is not positive
Net income CAGR 3Y
unavailable
the base of the ratio is not positive
Net income CAGR 5Y
unavailable
the base of the ratio is not positive
EPS growth (YoY)
unavailable
the base of the ratio is not positive
EPS CAGR 3Y
unavailable
the base of the ratio is not positive
EPS CAGR 5Y
unavailable
the base of the ratio is not positive
FCF growth (YoY)
-288.0%
computed by olivLawFY 2025

Profitability

Gross margin
35.3%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026
EBITDA margin
-2.4%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026
EBIT margin
-4.9%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026
Net margin
-4.1%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026
FCF margin
4.7%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026

Returns

ROE
-6.8%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026 · balance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
ROA
-5.4%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026 · balance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
ROIC
unavailable
input data missing
ROCE
-7.5%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026 · balance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
Payout ratio (EPS)
unavailable
input data missing
Payout ratio (FCF)
unavailable
input data missing

Balance sheet

Net debt
unavailable
input data missing
Net debt / EBITDA
unavailable
input data missing
Debt / equity
unavailable
input data missing
Interest coverage
-66.9x
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026

Liquidity

Current ratio
4.7x
computed by olivLawbalance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
Quick ratio
unavailable
input data missing
Cash ratio
3.2x
computed by olivLawbalance sheet at 30 Jun 2026

Cash

Operating cash flow
2.7 m USD
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026
Capital expenditure
81.7 k USD
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026
Free cash flow
2.6 m USD
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026
FCF conversion
unavailable
insufficient data
Cash conversion
unavailable
insufficient data

Efficiency

Days sales outstanding
54 days
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026 · balance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
Days inventory outstanding
unavailable
input data missing
Days payables outstanding
22 days
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026 · balance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
Cash conversion cycle
unavailable
input data missing

Market and valuation

Market capitalisation
46.4 m USD
computed by olivLawbalance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
Enterprise value
unavailable
input data missing
Market cap / net income TTM
unavailable
insufficient data
P/E (TTM)
unavailable
insufficient data
Earnings yield
-4.5%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026
P/B
1.3x
computed by olivLawbalance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
P/S
0.8x
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026 · balance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
EV/EBITDA
unavailable
input data missing
EV/EBIT
unavailable
input data missing
EV/Sales
unavailable
input data missing
P/FCF
17.8x
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026 · balance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
FCF yield
5.6%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026 · balance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
Dividend yield
unavailable
no dividend in the structured statements; a missing line is not a confirmed zero
Shareholder yield (distributions)
unavailable
input data missing

1 indicators that do not apply to the sector.

Valuation

olivLaw classification

Insufficient data
What is missing
  • indicators available: 5 of at least 6
  • score weight coverage: 33.3% of at least 60%
  • valuation methods computed: 0 of at least 1

A scoring methodology on indicators and valuation, not investment advice.

Closing price

0.49 USD

04 Nov 2026Source: olivLaw, closing series

Market cap: 46.4 m USD

Key indicators

Market capitalisation
46.4 m USD
computed by olivLawbalance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
P/E (TTM)
unavailable
insufficient data
P/B
1.3x
computed by olivLawbalance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
EV/EBITDA
unavailable
input data missing
ROE
-6.8%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026 · balance sheet at 30 Jun 2026
Net margin
-4.1%
computed by olivLawTTM to 30 Jun 2026
Revenue growth (YoY)
18.1%
computed by olivLawFY 2025
Dividend yield
unavailable
no dividend in the structured statements; a missing line is not a confirmed zero

Coverage and freshness

29/37 reporting lines present
Latest full fiscal year: 2025
Latest reported period: 30 Jun 2026
Latest balance sheet date: 30 Jun 2026
Share count (cover of the latest filing), as of: 05 Aug 2026
Source: SEC (XBRL)published 06 Aug 2026
verified 740derived 70

Score by group

33% · Insufficient data

Estimated value range

unavailable — no valuation method could be computed

Valuation assumptions are editorial choices, not measured; beta is not measured.

Valuation methods

  • DCF (discounted cash flow)unavailable · net debt missing: EV cannot be bridged to equity (missing debt is not zero)
  • Peers: EV/EBITDAunavailable · net debt missing: EV cannot be bridged to equity (missing debt is not zero)
  • Peers: P/Eunavailable · the base of the ratio is not positive
  • Dividend discount (DDM)unavailable · the company pays no dividend: a dividend model needs an explicit initiation assumption

no valuation method could be computed

Multiple comparisons use the SIC vertical

Classification (SIC) comparables group by industry code, not by economic activity; the direct group is an editorial selection by activity. Members' multiples are on their own trailing twelve months, at their own latest close.

Assumptions (illustrative, editorial)

Risk-free rate
4.3%
Equity risk premium
5.0%
Beta (default)
1.00
Cost of equity
9.3%
Terminal growth
2.5%

Factor scorecard

Insufficient data

Minimum-evidence gate: indicators available: 5 of at least 6; score weight coverage: 33.3% of at least 60%; valuation methods computed: 0 of at least 1

FactorValueScoreWeight used
ROIC · Qualityunavailableunavailable—
Net margin · Quality-4.1%0 (on a fixed band)19%
FCF conversion · Qualityunavailableunavailable—
Revenue CAGR 3Y · Growth7.8%65 (on a fixed band)25%
EPS CAGR 3Y · Growthunavailableunavailable—
Net debt / EBITDA · Balance sheetunavailableunavailable—
Interest coverage · Balance sheet-66.9x0 (on a fixed band)19%
Current ratio · Balance sheet4.7x100 (on a fixed band)13%
P/E (TTM) · Valuationunavailableunavailable—
EV/EBITDA · Valuationunavailableunavailable—
FCF yield · Valuation5.6%70 (on a fixed band)25%
Shareholder yield (distributions) · Returnsunavailableunavailable—
Payout ratio (FCF) · Returnsunavailableunavailable—

Factors without a value were dropped; the remaining weights were renormalised.

Score groups

  • Balance sheet40/100 · 2/3 factors with a value
  • Growth· partial65/100 · 1/2 factors with a value
  • Quality· partial0/100 · 1/3 factors with a value
  • Returns· partialunavailable · 0/2 factors with a value
  • Valuation· partial70/100 · 1/3 factors with a value

A «partial» group is computed from under half of its weight or from one factor: it is not a full assessment of the group.

Memo

CASTELLUM, INC. (CTM). Latest full fiscal year: 2025; data up to 2026-06-30.

Figures computed from the financial statements: revenue 52.9 m USD in 2025; YoY growth 18.1%; net margin -4.1%; ROE -6.8%.

Valuation cannot be computed from the available data.

Insufficient data for a verdict (indicators available: 5 of at least 6; score weight coverage: 33.3% of at least 60%; valuation methods computed: 0 of at least 1).

Text generated deterministically from the figures shown; no language model. Not investment advice.

What supports the thesis

  • Current ratio: 4.7x
  • FCF yield: 5.6%

What contradicts it

  • Net margin: -4.1%
  • Interest coverage: -66.9x

Not assessed (insufficient data or a ratio without meaning): ROIC, FCF conversion, EPS CAGR 3Y, Net debt / EBITDA, P/E (TTM), EV/EBITDA, Shareholder yield (distributions), Payout ratio (FCF).

Versus the vertical median

Not enough comparable companies with data for an average.

olivLaw engine forecast

The world engine ran after the company's latest material disclosure. Probabilities are of TOUCHING a level within the horizon (not closing there) and sit next to the random walk (p_rw), the no-information benchmark.

The engine has no published run for this company yet.

Valuation scenarios (editable assumptions)

Illustrative scenarios

Scenarios are not available. input data missing

AI analysis

AI-generatedAI-generated analysis (Claude) from cited public sources; it may contain errors. Not investment advice. As of 27 Oct 2026 · Model: claude-haiku-5-5.

In brief

Castellum is a technology services company working mainly for the U.S. government in cybersecurity, electronic warfare, software development and information operations. The company reported revenue growth in the first half of 2026 and a total backlog of over 271 million USD, which makes it relevant for investors watching defense budgets, though profitability remains an open question with net losses still present.

SWOT

Strengths

  • The company has a balance sheet without long-term debt and cash that allowed it to fund operations from operating cash flow in the first half of 2026 3.
  • Contracts and backlog provide multi-year revenue visibility, with a significant share of revenue tied to multi-year government contracts 3.
  • Established relationships with government agencies and expertise in electronic warfare and cybersecurity are hard for new entrants to replicate 1.

Weaknesses

  • The company depends heavily on a small number of government contracts, with a large part of revenue coming from a few programs 1.
  • Financial results show net losses and a low adjusted EBITDA in 2026, partly due to investments in business development and acquisitions 3.
  • The acquisition history and equity issuances have increased shares outstanding, which can weigh on per-share returns 1.

Opportunities

  • If the opportunity pipeline converts into contracts, organic growth could accelerate, especially in cybersecurity and naval modernization 2.
  • CMMC certification and a position on a U.S. Navy contract vehicle could open access to new work in logistics and IT modernization 3.
  • Selective acquisitions of firms with new capabilities or customer access could expand the company if valuations remain reasonable 3.

Threats

  • Reduced or delayed government funding, including through budget standoffs, can postpone contracts and revenue 2.
  • Competition from large contractors and new entrants can reduce win chances in competitive bids 2.
  • Regulatory changes and stricter audits can raise compliance costs and reduce recoverable revenue 2.

Risks

  • Dependence on governmenthigh

    Nearly all revenue comes from government customers who can terminate contracts at any time for their convenience, which could quickly affect revenue 1.

  • Concentration in a few contractshigh

    A significant share of revenue comes from a few large contracts, and losing one could have a material impact 1.

  • Net losses and financingmedium

    The company has reported net losses and noted it may need additional capital for its acquisition plan, which could lead to dilution 1.

  • Budget delaysmedium

    Delays in the federal budget process can postpone orders and the recognition of revenue from backlog 2.

  • Regulation and auditslow

    The regulatory framework is complex, and failing to follow government procurement rules can lead to fines or exclusion from contracts 1.

Investment thesis

What would need to be true (bull case)

  • Revenue grew in the first half and management expects a record year for revenue, supported by a solid backlog and ramp-up of contracts won in 2025 3.
  • The debt-free balance sheet and available cash give flexibility to invest in growth without relying on costly external financing 3.
  • If the opportunity pipeline converts into new contracts and acquisitions add capabilities, the company could reduce its dependence on a few large programs 2.

What would break the thesis

  • The company continues to report net losses and adjusted EBITDA fell in the second quarter, which could signal margin pressure if investments do not produce enough revenue 3.
  • Near-total dependence on government funding and the right of customers to terminate contracts means a budget standoff or shift in priorities could quickly affect results 1.
  • Competition with much larger contractors that have superior resources may limit gains in bids and pressure margins 1.

What to watch

  • Revenue and backlog development against the record-year expectationQ3 2026
  • Gross margin and adjusted EBITDA as investments in business development produce resultsQ4 2026
  • Conversion of the opportunity pipeline into new contracts2027
  • Any acquisitions and how they are financednext 10-K

Products, market & competition

AI-generatedAI-generated analysis (Claude) from cited public sources; it may contain errors. Not investment advice. As of 27 Oct 2026 · Model: claude-haiku-5-5.

The business

Castellum presents itself as a technology and solutions company that aims to help address the national security challenges of the United States 1. Its services cover intelligence analysis, software development and engineering, program management, strategic and mission planning, information assurance, cybersecurity and data analytics 1. Its primary customers are agencies and departments of the U.S. federal government, with some work also for state, local and commercial clients 1.

The company says it completed seven acquisitions since 2019 and continues to pursue acquisitions that add capabilities, customer access or new contract vehicles 1. It also reports a qualified opportunity pipeline of 953.5 million USD as of June 30, 2026 2. The filings state that there is no assurance this pipeline will convert into revenue 1.

Revenue comes mainly from government contracts of cost plus fixed fee, firm fixed price and time and materials types, and most contracts are annual with renewal options 1. Government customers can terminate contracts for their convenience, which is a standing feature of this business 1.

Segments

Digital and IT services

This line covers modernization of agency applications, infrastructure and business processes, as well as secure enterprise IT, Agile and DevSecOps delivery and support for system authorization 1. It is the segment most tied to civilian budgets and government digital modernization 1.

C4ISR, cyber and space

Castellum develops electronic warfare, cyber and counter-drone solutions, as well as communications and sensor systems for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions 1. Contracts with the U.S. Navy for aviation and naval systems, which form an important part of revenue, fall in this area 1.

Engineering and mission support

The work includes platform integration, modernization and sustainment, systems engineering, simulation and planning and support for information operations for military commands 1. The company also offers linguistic and cultural advisory services for communication campaigns 1.

Market context

The main market is U.S. defense and national security spending, where the company has established relationships with federal agencies 1. The company notes that budgets for these missions are expected to remain supported, but debates over budget priorities and spending caps can change contract timing 1. A budget standoff or funding delay could postpone new contract awards 2.

Quarterly results show revenue can be uneven, since the timing of revenue recognition depends on contract ramp-ups and the completion of certain work 3. The company says revenue development will rely on converting its backlog into organic revenue and on selective acquisitions 3.

Trends

  • Pressure on government spendingheadwind

    Budget deficits and public debt increase pressure on the federal government to cut spending, which could delay orders or reduce the volume of new task orders 2. The effect could be negative for the company if funding shrinks or if authorities consolidate purchases into larger contracts 2.

  • Priority on cybersecurity and advanced analyticstailwind

    The company notes that government spending on cybersecurity, command and control, intelligence and advanced analytics is growing 2. The CMMC Level 2 certification achieved in 2026 could open access to programs that require this standard 3.

  • Contract and acquisition consolidationheadwind

    The government is consolidating smaller contract vehicles into larger ones, which may limit chances to re-compete existing work if the company does not hold the larger vehicle 2. The company could become less competitive for work awarded on a lowest-cost basis 2.

  • Stricter regulation and auditsmixed

    More audits, reviews and compliance requirements can raise costs and affect how services are paid 2. Regulatory changes on executive pay under flexibly priced contracts could reduce recoverable costs 2.

Competitive position

Castellum competes with large defense and government services contractors that have much greater financial resources and experience 1. The company notes that in the industry it is common for the same rivals to be partners or subcontractors on other work 1. Competitive pressure also comes from new entrants seeking to benefit from industry consolidation 2.

  • Northrop Grumman CorporationNOC

    Large defense contractor named in the filing as a principal competitor, with far greater financial resources and assets.

  • CACI International, Inc.CACI

    Government services provider named in the filing as a direct competitor in technology and defense services.

  • Peraton, Inc.

    Government IT and defense contractor named in the filing among its main competitors.

  • Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.BAH

    Consulting and technology firm for government, present in the same cybersecurity and analytics areas.

News & filings

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SEC filings

  • Current report29 Oct 2026
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  • Quarterly report06 Aug 2026
  • Current report31 Jul 2026
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Sources

  1. [1] Form 10-K, fiscal year ended 2025-12-31 · SEC / Castellum, Inc. · 09 Mar 2026
  2. [2] Form 10-Q, quarter ended 2026-06-30 · SEC / Castellum, Inc. · 06 Aug 2026
  3. [3] Form 8-K, results release (exhibit 99.1) · SEC / Castellum, Inc. · 07 Aug 2026

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