General Dynamics Corporation (GD)
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- symbol GD
- Rev/Share 191.6257
- Book/Share 90.9003
- PB 3.8448
- Debt/Equity 0.4172
- CurrentRatio 1.4001
- ROIC 0.1086
- MktCap 94264668571.0
- FreeCF/Share 17.9018
- PFCF 19.5895
- PE 22.2878
- Debt/Assets 0.177
- DivYield 0.0169
- ROE 0.1827
- Rating A-
- Score 4
- Recommendation Buy
- P/E Score 3
- DCF Score 4
- P/B Score 2
- D/E Score 2
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | GD | Vertical Research | Hold | Buy | -- | $400 | Oct. 27, 2025 |
| Upgrade | GD | Seaport Research Partners | Neutral | Buy | -- | $376 | Sept. 29, 2025 |
| Upgrade | GD | Wolfe Research | Peer Perform | Outperform | -- | $360 | July 24, 2025 |
| Upgrade | GD | Deutsche Bank | Hold | Buy | -- | $342 | July 8, 2025 |
| Downgrade | GD | Morgan Stanley | Overweight | Equal Weight | -- | $305 | April 16, 2025 |
| Downgrade | GD | William Blair | Outperform | Market Perform | -- | -- | Feb. 21, 2025 |
| Downgrade | GD | BTIG Research | Buy | Neutral | -- | -- | Feb. 13, 2025 |
| Downgrade | GD | Robert W. Baird | Outperform | Neutral | $345 | $283 | Jan. 14, 2025 |
| Downgrade | GD | Vertical Research | Buy | Hold | $352 | $290 | Jan. 6, 2025 |
| Downgrade | GD | RBC Capital Mkts | Outperform | Sector Perform | $330 | $290 | Dec. 19, 2024 |
News
Nothing Can Stop Defense Stocks Right Now
Published: November 04, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive
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3 Aerospace-Defense Stocks to Watch Amid Supply-Chain Constraints
Published: October 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Aerospace-Defense stocks like GE, GD and LHX gain from rising global air travel and increased defense spending.
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General Dynamics: Excellent Blend Of Defense And Growth At A Reasonable Price
Published: October 27, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
General Dynamics offers a balanced blend of defense stability and growth, supported by a record $110 billion backlog and robust cash flow. GD's Aerospace and Marine Systems segments drive double-digit revenue growth, while improved margins and capital efficiency enhance profitability. Despite a forward PE of 22.9, GD qualifies as a GARP stock with 9-12% projected annual EPS growth and a well-covered, growing dividend.
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These Analysts Boost Their Forecasts On General Dynamics Following Better-Than-Expected Q3 Results
Published: October 27, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive
General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) posted better-than-expected results for the third quarter of 2025 on Friday.
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General Dynamics (GD) Delivers Across All Segments, Fueled by Record $168B Backlog
Published: October 24, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
General Dynamics delivered a broad-based earnings beat this morning that rewarded investors across all four business segments.
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General Dynamics Corporation (GD) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: October 24, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE:GD ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 24, 2025 9:00 AM EDT Company Participants Nicole Shelton - Vice President of Investor Relations Phebe Novakovic - Chairperson & CEO Danny Deep - Executive Vice President of Global Operations Kimberly Kuryea - Senior VP & CFO Conference Call Participants Myles Walton - Wolfe Research, LLC Robert Stallard - Vertical Research Partners, LLC Kenneth Herbert - RBC Capital Markets, Research Division Ronald Epstein - BofA Securities, Research Division Kristine Liwag - Morgan Stanley, Research Division Peter Arment - Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated, Research Division Seth Seifman - JPMorgan …
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CPI Numbers Come in Cooler
Published: October 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
CPI Numbers Come in Cooler.
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General Dynamics' Q3 Earnings Surpass Estimates, Revenues Improve Y/Y
Published: October 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
GD posts strong Q3 results with EPS up 15.8% and revenues climbing 10.6%, fueled by Aerospace and Marine Systems growth.
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General Dynamics (GD) Q3 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates
Published: October 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The headline numbers for General Dynamics (GD) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended September 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.
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General Dynamics Q3 earnings top estimates on strong business jet deliveries
Published: October 24, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
General Dynamics Corp (NYSE:GD, ETR:GDX) on Friday reported better than expected financial results for its third quarter 2025, boosted by robust business jet deliveries. The company, which manufactures Gulfstream jets, posted an adjusted profit for the quarter of $3.88 per share, surpassing the analyst consensus estimate of $3.70, according to data compiled by LSEG.
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General Dynamics (GD) Beats Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
Published: October 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
General Dynamics (GD) came out with quarterly earnings of $3.88 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.73 per share. This compares to earnings of $3.35 per share a year ago.
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General Dynamics Reports 10/24 And Options Expire The Same Day
Published: October 23, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Neutral
According to NextEarningsDate.com, the General Dynamics next earnings date is projected to be 10/24 before market open, with earnings estimates of $3.72/share on $12.56 Billion of revenue. Looking back, the recent General Dynamics earnings history looks like this:
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General Dynamics to Post Q3 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know
Published: October 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
GD is set to post strong Q3 earnings and revenues, fueled by Gulfstream deliveries and strong defense demand.
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Here's Why General Dynamics (GD) is a Strong Value Stock
Published: October 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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General Dynamics (GD) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
Published: October 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
General Dynamics (GD) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Here's Why General Dynamics (GD) is a Strong Growth Stock
Published: October 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Bet on These 3 Stocks With Upgraded Broker Ratings for Solid Returns
Published: October 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Broker upgrades fuel optimism for Amicus Therapeutics, Micron and General Dynamics as earnings outlook strengthens.
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GD vs. NOC: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Published: October 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors interested in stocks from the Aerospace - Defense sector have probably already heard of General Dynamics (GD) and Northrop Grumman (NOC). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?
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Why General Dynamics (GD) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
Published: October 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Why General Dynamics (GD) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term
Published: September 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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General Dynamics Wins $642M Deal to Support Virginia Class Submarines
Published: September 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
GD secures a $642M deal to aid Virginia-class submarines, boosting growth prospects in advanced undersea defense.
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Options Corner: GD Example Trade
Published: September 29, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Neutral
General Dynamics (GD) and the overall defense stock group are on the move ahead of Monday's open. Rick Ducat examines the technical conditions forming on GD's chart.
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General Dynamics secures $1.5 billion IT contract for STRATCOM
Published: September 25, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive
General Dynamics said on Thursday its information technology unit has secured an enterprise modernization contract worth $1.5 billion, to help support the U.S. Strategic Command, or STRATCOM.
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GDIT Awarded $1.5 Billion Enterprise IT Modernization Contract to Strengthen U.S. Strategic Command's Operational Readiness
Published: September 25, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Company will leverage digital engineering, AI, and cyber capabilities to enhance strategic deterrence, including critical nuclear command and control systems FALLS CHURCH, Va. , Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), announced today that it was awarded an enterprise IT modernization contract to strengthen the U.S. Strategic Command's (STRATCOM) operational readiness.
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RTX vs. General Dynamics: Which Defense Stock Offers More Upside?
Published: September 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
RTX and GD gain from rising defense budgets and commercial aerospace growth, supported by solid liquidity and cash flow.
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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Aerospace Stocks Now
Published: September 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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General Dynamics Secures Contract for Submarine Tethered Buoy Systems
Published: September 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
GD wins a $91.2M Navy contract for submarine buoy systems, boosting its role in advanced undersea defense.
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Government stakes in defense startups could have disastrous consequences, says Fortune's Lev-Ram
Published: August 27, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Negative
Michal Lev-Ram, Fortune contributing editor, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss how Silicon Valley is responding to recent comments from the White House, why tech land is not for stakes in these companies and much more.
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Why Is General Dynamics (GD) Up 0.7% Since Last Earnings Report?
Published: August 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
General Dynamics (GD) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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General Dynamics Secures a Contract for Upgrading Navy Ships
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
GD wins a $15.3M deal to upgrade naval ships, with options boosting value to $91.1M through 2030.
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About General Dynamics Corporation (GD)
- IPO Date 1978-01-13
- Website https://www.gd.com
- Industry Aerospace & Defense
- CEO Phebe N. Novakovic
- Employees 110000