General Dynamics Corporation (GD)

Currency in USD
347.34
-1.82(-0.52%)
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345.44-1.83(-0.53%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
344.07350.05
52 wk Range
267.39369.70
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
349.16
Open
349.71
Day's Range
344.07-350.05
52 wk Range
267.39-369.7
Volume
1.41M
Average Volume (3m)
1.39M
1-Year Change
28.907%
Book Value / Share
96.43
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
392.31
Upside
+12.95%
Members' Sentiments
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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
Neutral
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Analyst Ratings

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

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 392.31
(+12.95% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
JPMorgan
Buy400.00+15.16%385.00Maintain30-04-2026
Morgan Stanley
Buy435.00+25.24%410.00Maintain30-04-2026
UBS
Hold371.00+6.81%385.00Maintain30-04-2026
Jefferies
Hold380.00+9.40%-Maintain29-04-2026
Compass Point
Buy405.00+16.60%400.00Maintain29-04-2026

General Dynamics Corporation SWOT Analysis


Defense Giant's Hurdles
General Dynamics faces operational challenges across its portfolio, with analysts downgrading ratings due to delivery delays and market headwinds in key segments.
Financial Resilience
Despite setbacks, GD projects free cash flow growth from $3.2B to $4.3B, potentially providing flexibility to navigate challenges and support shareholder value.
Sector-Specific Struggles
Explore how submarine production issues, G700 delivery delays, and potential DoD spending cuts are impacting GD's Marine, Aerospace, and Technologies divisions.
Analyst Outlook
With an average price target of $316, analysts maintain a cautiously optimistic view on GD's long-term prospects despite near-term operational headwinds.
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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: 29-04-2026, 08:04 pm
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Earnings

Latest Release
29-04-2026
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 16.12%
Dividend Yield
1.82%
Industry Median 1.10%
Annualised payout
6.36
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+6.40%
Growth Streak

GD Income Statement

Compare GD to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
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Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
21.7x31.5x12.7x
PEG Ratio
2.091.200.03
Price/Book
3.6x3.4x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
1.8x1.9x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
12.8%26.2%19.6%
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
92.65M34.21%32.35B
Other Institutional Investors
142.21M52.51%49.66B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
35.98M13.28%12.56B
Total
270.84M100.00%94.57B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
LongView Asset Management, LLC9.99%2,70,61,45194,48,776
The Vanguard Group, Inc.9.14%2,47,67,33086,47,761

FAQ

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

The General Dynamics share price today is 347.34.

What is the current General Dynamics (GD) share price and day range?

As of 07-05-2026, the General Dynamics share price is 347.34, with a previous close of 349.16. The share price has ranged from 344.07 to 350.05 today, while the 52-week range spans from 267.39 to 369.70.

What Is the General Dynamics Market Cap?

As of today, General Dynamics market cap is 93.95B.

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

The General Dynamics dividend yield is 1.83%.

What Is the General Dynamics (GD) Share Price Target?

The average 12-month share price target for General Dynamics is 392.31, with a high estimate of 444 and a low estimate of 313. 13 analysts recommend buying, while 1 suggest selling, with an overall rating of Buy and +12.95% Upside potential.

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

The General Dynamics EPS (TTM) is 16.12.

When Is the Next General Dynamics Earnings Date?

General Dynamics will release its next earnings report on 29-07-2026.

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 Strong Buy.

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."

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 GD Premarket Price?

GD's last pre-market stock price is 349.09. The pre-market share volume is 1,430.00, and the stock has changed by -0.07, or -0.02%.

What Is the GD After Hours Price?

GD's last after hours stock price is 345.44, the stock has changed by -1.83, or -0.53%.
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