General Dynamics Corporation (GD)

Currency in USD
340.64
-0.73(-0.21%)
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338.00-2.62(-0.77%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
339.17343.20
52 wk Range
268.10369.70
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
341.36
Open
340.67
Day's Range
339.17-343.2
52 wk Range
268.1-369.7
Volume
533.36K
Average Vol. (3m)
1.37M
1-Year Change
25.9116%
Book Value / Share
96.43
Fair Value
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
392.31
Upside
+15.17%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
10 analysts have revised their earnings upwards for the upcoming period
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Analyst Ratings

13 Buy
10 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
24 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 392.31
(+15.17% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
JPMorgan
Buy400.00+17.43%385.00MaintainApr 30, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Buy435.00+27.70%410.00MaintainApr 30, 2026
UBS
Hold371.00+8.91%385.00MaintainApr 30, 2026
Jefferies
Hold380.00+11.55%-MaintainApr 29, 2026
Compass Point
Buy405.00+18.89%400.00MaintainApr 29, 2026

General Dynamics Corporation SWOT Analysis


Strategic Outlook
Analysts set price targets ranging from $280 to $331, reflecting mixed sentiment on GD's ability to leverage its diverse portfolio amid global tensions
Market Headwinds
Delve into the impact of G700 delivery delays, supply chain issues, and potential defense budget shifts on General Dynamics' future performance
Financial Fortitude
Explore GD's solid financial health, impressive sales growth, and potential for increased shareholder value through rising free cash flow projections
Defense Dynamics
General Dynamics navigates a complex landscape, balancing strong revenue growth with operational challenges in key segments like Aerospace and Marine
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General Dynamics Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • General Dynamics Q1 2026 EPS hit $4.10, beating estimates of $3.69 by 11%; revenue reached $13.48B, up 10.3% YoY, topping forecasts of $12.71B.
  • Stock surged 7.75% to $338 in pre-market trading; operating margin improved to 10.5% with operating earnings rising 12% YoY to $1.42B.
  • Aerospace and Marine Systems drove growth, with Columbia-class submarine program on track; strategic shipyard investments planned to boost capacity.
  • Company guides Q2 2026 EPS at $3.87 and full-year 2026 EPS at $16.45; 10 analysts revised earnings upward amid strong demand outlook.
  • CEO Novakovic emphasized operational execution and shareholder value; risks include supply chain constraints and geopolitical tensions in Middle East.
Last Updated: 04/29/2026, 10:33 AM
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General Dynamics investor slides for Q1/2026
General Dynamics Q1 2026 slides
Last Update: Apr 29, 2026
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Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 29, 2026
EPS / Forecast
4.10 / 3.69
Revenue / Forecast
13.48B / 12.71B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 15.89%
Dividend Yield
1.84%
Industry Median 1.13%
Annualized Payout
6.36
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+6.29%
Growth Streak

GD Income Statement

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P/E Ratio
21.2x28.0x12.8x
PEG Ratio
2.09−2.200.03
Price / Book
3.5x3.1x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
1.7x1.3x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
12.7%30.7%20.2%
Fair Value Upside
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General Dynamics Corporation operates as an aerospace and defense company worldwide. It operates through four segments: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace segment produces and sells business jets; and offers aircraft maintenance and repair, management, aircraft-on-ground support, customer support and custom completion services, modifications, upgrades, and lifecycle sustainment support services. The Marine Systems segment designs and builds nuclear-powered submarines, surface combatants, and auxiliary ships for the United States Navy and Jones Act ships for commercial customers, as well as provides maintenance, modernization, and lifecycle support services for navy ships; offers and program management, planning, engineering, and design support services for submarine construction programs. The Combat Systems segment manufactures land combat solutions, such as wheeled and tracked combat vehicles, Stryker wheeled combat vehicles, piranha vehicles, weapons systems, energetics and munitions, mobile bridge systems with payloads, tactical vehicles, main battle tanks, and armored vehicles; and offers modernization programs, support and sustainment services, and development programs. The Technologies segment provides information technology solutions and mission support services; mobile communication, computers, and command-and-control mission systems; intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance solutions to military, intelligence, and federal civilian customers; cloud services, cybersecurity, network modernization, artificial intelligence; machine learning; application development, high-performance computing, and 5G and advanced communications services; and unmanned undersea vehicle manufacturing and assembly services. The company was founded in 1899 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia.

Employees
117000

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
92.98M34.44%31.74B
Other Institutional Investors
141.02M52.22%48.14B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
36.02M13.34%12.30B
Total
270.02M100.00%92.17B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
LongView Asset Management, LLC10.02%27,061,4519,237,697
The Vanguard Group, Inc.9.17%24,767,3308,454,576

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FAQ

What Is the General Dynamics (GD) Stock Price Today?

The General Dynamics stock price today is 340.64 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does General Dynamics Trade On?

General Dynamics is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for General Dynamics?

The stock symbol for General Dynamics is "GD."

Does General Dynamics Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The General Dynamics dividend yield is 1.86%.

What Is the General Dynamics Market Cap?

As of today, General Dynamics market cap is 91.76B USD.

What Is General Dynamics's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The General Dynamics EPS (TTM) is 15.89.

When Is the Next General Dynamics Earnings Date?

General Dynamics will release its next earnings report on Jul 29, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is GD a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Neutral.

How Many Times Has General Dynamics Stock Split?

General Dynamics has split 5 times.

How Many Employees Does General Dynamics Have?

General Dynamics has 117000 employees.

What is the current trading status of General Dynamics (GD)?

As of May 14, 2026, General Dynamics (GD) is trading at a price of 340.64 USD, with a previous close of 341.36 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 339.17 USD to 343.20 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 268.10 USD to 369.70 USD.

What Is General Dynamics (GD) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for General Dynamics is 392.31 USD, with a high estimate of 444 USD and a low estimate of 313 USD. 13 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +15.17% Upside potential.

What Is the GD Premarket Price?

GD's last pre-market stock price is 341.03 USD. The pre-market share volume is 692.00, and the stock has decreased by -0.33, or -0.10%.

What Is the GD After Hours Price?

GD's last after hours stock price is 338.00 USD, the stock has decreased by -2.62, or -0.77%.
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