General Dynamics Corporation (GD)

US — Industrials Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol GD
  • Rev/Share 187.4893
  • Book/Share 87.9398
  • PB 3.6831
  • Debt/Equity 0.4503
  • CurrentRatio 1.3638
  • ROIC 0.1075

 

  • MktCap 87124869051.0
  • FreeCF/Share 15.4025
  • PFCF 21.0956
  • PE 21.255
  • Debt/Assets 0.1867
  • DivYield 0.018
  • ROE 0.1799

 

  • Rating A-
  • Score 4
  • Recommendation Buy
  • P/E Score 3
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 2
  • D/E Score 3

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
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
Downgrade GD Goldman Neutral Sell $283 $245 Dec. 12, 2024
Downgrade GD Wolfe Research Outperform Peer Perform -- -- Dec. 11, 2024

News

ChatGPT picks 3 war stocks to buy as U.S. strikes Iran
GD, LMT, RTX
Published: June 23, 2025 by: Finbold
Sentiment: Positive

Following the U.S. airstrikes on Iran on June 21, which involved at least six B-2 Spirit stealth bombers targeting nuclear infrastructure, traders quickly turned their focus to defense stocks as markets reopened.

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General Dynamics' Arm Wins a $987M Navy Deal for Submarine Support
GD
Published: June 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

GD's Electric Boat unit secures a $987M Navy contract to bolster support for Columbia-class submarines through 2031.

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GDIT Awarded Mission Enhancing Enterprise Contract to Support Special Operations Forces
GD
Published: June 13, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Company will leverage AI, cloud and cyber capabilities to enhance operational effectiveness FALLS CHURCH, Va. , June 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), announced today that it was awarded a foundational Information Technology Enterprise contract to support components of the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM).

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Top 3 defense stocks to buy after Israel attacked Iran
GD, LMT, NOC
Published: June 13, 2025 by: Invezz
Sentiment: Neutral

Defense stocks will be in the spotlight on Friday and in the coming days as investors focus on the ongoing crisis in the Middle East where Israel attacked Iran's nuclear sites.

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General Dynamics (GD) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: Here's Why
GD
Published: June 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

In the most recent trading session, General Dynamics (GD) closed at $275.03, indicating a -0.37% shift from the previous trading day.

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General Dynamics Board Declares Dividend
GD
Published: June 04, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

RESTON, Va. , June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $1.50 per share on the company's common stock, payable August 8, 2025, to shareholders of record on July 3, 2025.

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Put Cash To Work: 2 Magnificent Dividends I'm Betting On
ABBV, GD, GILD, LMT, MRK, NOC, PFE, RTX
Published: June 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

High-quality assets like RTX and AbbVie are ideal for growth and income, offering inflation resilience and strong shareholder returns. RTX has a robust $217B backlog, rising global defense spending, robust margins, and a 32-year dividend growth streak, justifying its GARP valuation. AbbVie is rapidly replacing Humira revenue with high-growth drugs, maintains industry-leading margins, and delivers a 3.5% yield with double-digit EPS growth potential.

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General Dynamics: Buy Rating Backed By Margin Inflection And Strategic Deliveries
GD
Published: June 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

We initiate on General Dynamics at Buy based on a structural margin inflection across Aerospace and Marine Systems that we see as underappreciated. Our PT of $324 is based on a forward EV/EBITDA multiple of 11.5x applied to our FY26E EBITDA of $7.6bn. We model EBITDA of $6.8bn and $7.6bn for FY25E and FY26E, respectively, which is 4-10% above consensus on margin expansion from Gulfstream and Marine Systems.

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UAW members at General Dynamics' Electric Boat vote to ratify new contract
GD
Published: May 28, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive

Union members at General Dynamics' Electric Boat submarine-making unit have voted to ratify a new contract, the United Auto Workers said on Wednesday.

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General Dynamics Wins a $199M Contract to Support USS America Warship
GD
Published: May 27, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

GD lands $199M Navy contract to upgrade USS America, reinforcing its foothold in warship repair and modernization through 2027.

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No Rolex For Me - I'm Buying Dividends That Pay For Life
GD, JNJ, LOW, MCD, MDT, TXN
Published: May 26, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

I love luxury watches, but buying more to "earn" access to rarer models made me realize how easy it is to waste capital chasing ego-driven goals. Unlike watches, dividend growth stocks offer reliable long-term returns. A $10K McDonald's investment in 2004 would've yielded over $22K in dividends alone. History shows that strong-yielding dividend stocks, especially those in the second quintile, have consistently outperformed the market with lower risk.

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General Dynamics (GD) Up 2% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
GD
Published: May 23, 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 Wins a $217M Contract to Support DDG-51 Warships
GD
Published: May 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

GD's unit, Bath Iron Works, secures a $216.5 million contract to provide planning yard support for the DDG 51 warships.

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General Dynamics: A Rare Blend Of Stability, Attractive Dividend And Value
GD
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

General Dynamics Corporation is a resilient investment with strong financial performance, making it a buy for long-term investors seeking stability, growth, and income. GD's Q1 2025 results show double-digit revenue growth, a strong order backlog, and diverse segment performance, indicating sustained financial growth. Rising global military budgets and GD's strategic defense portfolio position it to benefit from increased defense spending, ensuring revenue visibility.

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Lockheed vs. General Dynamics: Which Defense Stock Should You Buy Now?
GD, LMT
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

LMT offers a stronger return on equity and better valuation metrics, while GD, despite strong recent earnings, faces greater solvency concerns.

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General Dynamics: The Aerospace Jewel Shines Bright In Earnings
GD
Published: April 25, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

General Dynamics reported strong Q1 results with 14% revenue growth, driven by a 45% increase in aerospace sales and significant margin expansion. Despite the initial stock decline, General Dynamics outperformed the S&P 500 with a 5.7% increase since my last update. The company maintained its revenue outlook and is fairly valued, with a price target of $309.33 for FY2026, indicating a 14% upside.

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General Dynamics CEO on Trump tariffs: Don't ask
GD
Published: April 23, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Neutral

That was General Dynamics Corp. GD-3.78% Chief Executive Phebe Novakovic, speaking on conference call with analysts following the release of the aerospace and defense company's first-quarter results.

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General Dynamics' Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y
GD
Published: April 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

GD's first-quarter earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 5.5%. Its top line increases 13.9% from the year-ago quarter.

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General Dynamics Corporation (GD) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
GD
Published: April 23, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

General Dynamics Corporation. (NYSE:GD ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call April 23, 2025 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Nicole Shelton - Vice President of Investor Relations Phebe Novakovic - Chairman, Chief Executive Officer Kim Kuryea - Chief Financial Officer Jason Aiken - Executive Vice President, Technologies Conference Call Participants Peter Arment - Baird Jason Gursky - Citi David Strauss - Barclays Robert Stallard - Vertical Research Kristine Liwag - Morgan Stanley Ken Herbert - RBC Capital Markets Scott Mikus - Melius Research Gavin Parsons - UBS Seth Seifman - JPMorgan Andre Madrid - BTIG Sheila Kahyaoglu - Jefferies Mariana Perez …

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General Dynamics (GD) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates
GD
Published: April 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

General Dynamics (GD) came out with quarterly earnings of $3.66 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.47 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.88 per share a year ago.

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Will Segmental Sales Drive General Dynamics in Q1 Earnings?
GD
Published: April 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

GD's Q1 results are expected to reflect robust top-line performance from all of its business segments.

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These 2 Aerospace Stocks Could Beat Earnings: Why They Should Be on Your Radar
GD, TDG
Published: April 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors looking for ways to find stocks that are set to beat quarterly earnings estimates should check out the Zacks Earnings ESP.

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Gulfstream G800 Earns FAA and EASA Certifications
GD
Published: April 16, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

World's Longest-Range Business Aircraft Certified with Enhanced Performance Capabilities SAVANNAH, Ga. , April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), announced today that the all-new Gulfstream G800, the world's longest-range business aircraft, has earned type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) along with certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and has done so with even greater performance capabilities than originally anticipated.

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General Dynamics Wins a Contract for Non-Nuclear Submarine Maintenance
GD
Published: April 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

GD's unit, Electric Boat, secures a $54.1 million contract to support non-nuclear maintenance for submarines based at Naval Submarine Support Facility.

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UAW members at General Dynamics' electric boat unit authorize strike
GD
Published: April 15, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Negative

Union members at General Dynamics Electric Boat unit voted to authorize a strike, the United Auto Workers said on Tuesday.

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Undercovered Dozen: VICI Properties, General Dynamics, LandBridge, Anavex +
GD, LB, VICI
Published: April 11, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The 'Undercovered' Dozen highlights 12 lesser-covered stocks, offering new investment opportunities and fostering community discussion on their potential. Trinity Capital's stock dip presents a buying opportunity due to its positive interest rate sensitivity, robust dividend, and specialized financing solutions. VICI Properties is a 'Buy' for its stable rental revenues, strong liquidity, and a tariff-proof business model focused on gaming and experiential real estate.

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General Dynamics Wins Contract to Aid Columbia Class Submarine Program
GD
Published: April 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

General Dynamics is set to supply new procurement spares to support Columbia ballistic missile submarine class development, production and installation.

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Defense Stocks Surge on Trillion-Dollar Budget Talk
AVAV, GD, HII, LMT, RTX, SAIC
Published: April 08, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

The White House is signaling a big boost in defense spending as part of the fiscal 2026 federal budget, and investors are sending defense stocks soaring higher as a result.

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Are Passive Income Investors Going to Miss Out on These 2 Millionaire Making Stocks?
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Published: April 08, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Negative

In the tumult that followed President Trump imposing sweeping tariffs on U.S.

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8 Upcoming Dividend Increases During Volatile Times
AMT, BKU, DGX, GD, KAI, ORCL, REIT, RNP, SCHD, SCVL, TOL, VNQ
Published: April 04, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

8 Upcoming Dividend Increases During Volatile Times

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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

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 designs, manufactures, and sells business jets; and offers aircraft maintenance and repair, management, charter, aircraft-on-ground support and completion, staffing, and fixed-base operator 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 builds crude oil and product tankers, and container and cargo ships. This segment also provides navy ships maintenance and modernization services; lifecycle support and repair services for navy surface ships; and program management, planning, engineering, and design support services for submarines and surface ships. The Combat Systems segment manufactures land combat solutions, such as wheeled and tracked combat vehicles, Stryker wheeled combat vehicles, piranha vehicles, weapons systems, munitions, mobile bridge systems with payloads, tactical vehicles, main battle tanks, armored vehicles, and armaments. This segment also offers modernization programs, engineering, support, and sustainment services. The Technologies segment provides information technology solutions and mission support services; mobile communication, computers, and command-and-control mission systems; and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance solutions to military, intelligence, and federal civilian customers. This segment also offers cloud computing, artificial intelligence; machine learning; big data analytics; development, security, and operations; software-defined networks; everything-as-a-service; defense enterprise office system solutions; and unmanned undersea vehicle manufacturing and assembly services. General Dynamics Corporation was founded in 1899 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia.