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General Dynamics(NYSE) GD

Current Price$386.59
Market Cap$104.59BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1968)+64,011%
5 Year+124%
1 Year+25%
1 Month+13%
General Dynamics last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 386.752026-07-24
General Dynamics stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+4.93%USD 368.582026-07-17
1 month+12.82%USD 342.812026-06-24
3 month+24.02%USD 311.842026-04-24
Year to date+16.39%USD 332.282025-12-31
1 year+25.25%USD 308.792025-07-24
3 year+88.28%USD 205.412023-07-25
5 year+123.88%USD 172.752021-07-23
Since inception+64,011.21%USD 0.601968-01-02

General Dynamics Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$104.59BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$53.81B

Net Income (TTM)

$4.34B

EPS (TTM)

$15.90

P/E Ratio

24.32

Dividend

$6.18

Beta (Volatility)

0.54 (Low)

Price

$386.59

Volume

1,499,017

Open

$383.97

Previous Close

$386.75

Daily Range

$382.14 - $388.12

52-Week Range

$306.03 - $388.12

Estimated Earnings Date

Jul 29, 2026

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics builds business jets and military vehicles for governments and companies. Its ships and submarines help protect national security and support global trade. The company’s technology services keep military and government operations running smoothly.

Products and Services

  • Business Jets (Aerospace, 24%): Designs and sells Gulfstream aircraft for corporate and private travel.
  • Shipbuilding (Marine Systems, 30%): Builds submarines and surface ships for the U.S. Navy and commercial clients.
  • Land Combat Vehicles (Combat Systems, 19%): Produces tanks, armored vehicles, and weapons for military use.
  • Technology Solutions (Technologies, 27%): Provides IT, cybersecurity, and mission support for defense and government agencies.

Growth and Expansion

  • Launched Gulfstream G700 in 2024, expanding the business jet lineup.
  • Acquired Iron EagleX in 2024 to boost AI and cloud capabilities.
  • Opened new aircraft service center operations in Milwaukee and began construction of a facility in Miami in 2024.
  • Secured major U.S. Navy contracts for submarines and munitions in 2024.
  • Expanded manufacturing and R&D facilities in Savannah, Georgia in 2024.

What Makes General Dynamics Stand Out

General Dynamics serves both commercial and government customers worldwide, with a strong U.S. focus. Its broad product range and long-term government contracts provide stability. The company invests in new technologies and sustainable practices to stay competitive.

Five Things You Need to Know

  • Revenue was $47.72 billion in 2024, up 12.9% from 2023.
  • Marine Systems led with $14.34 billion revenue in 2024, up 15.1% year-over-year.
  • Free cash flow was $3.20 billion in 2024, down 16% from 2023.
  • Backlog was $90.6 billion at year-end 2024, down 3.2% from 2023.

Bottom Line

General Dynamics has evolved through diversification and steady innovation. Its mix of defense, aviation, and technology supports long-term stability and adaptability.

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Industry

Aerospace and Defense

Sector

Industrials

Employees

117,000

CEO

Phebe N. Novakovic, MBA

Website

www.gd.com

Headquarters

Reston, VA 20190, US

GD Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

15.24%

Operating Margin

10.24%

Net Income Margin

8.07%

Return on Equity

17.41%

Return on Capital

15.13%

Return on Assets

7.35%

Earnings Yield

4.11%

Dividend Yield

1.60%

Payout Ratio

37.20%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$104.59BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

270.43M

Volume

1.50M

Avg. Volume

1.30M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$8.20B

Operating Income

$5.51B

EBITDA

$6.31B

Operating Cash Flow

$7.42B

Capital Expenditure

-$1.22B

Free Cash Flow

$6.20B

Cash & ST Invst.

$3.65B

Total Debt

$8.01B

General Dynamics Performance Analysis

General Dynamics annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 39,407,000,0002.4%
20232023-12-31USD 42,272,000,0007.3%
20242024-12-31USD 47,716,000,00012.9%
20252025-12-31USD 52,550,000,00010.1%
General Dynamics sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-296.7%
Q32025-09-28-1.0%
Q42025-12-3111.4%
Q12026-04-05-6.2%
General Dynamics annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 12.195.5%
20232023-12-31USD 12.02-1.3%
20242024-12-31USD 13.6313.4%
20252025-12-31USD 15.4513.4%
General Dynamics sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-292.2%
Q32025-09-284.0%
Q42025-12-317.2%
Q12026-04-05-1.7%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$13.48B

+10.3%

Gross Profit

$2.14B

+13.2%

Gross Margin

15.90%

N/A

Market Cap

$104.59BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$893.92K

N/A

Employees

117,000

N/A

Net Income

$1.13B

+13.2%

EBITDA

$1.67B

+10.4%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$3.65B

+194.2%

Total Debt

$8.01B

-30.4%

Accounts Receivable

$11.31B

-9.1%

Inventory

$9.18B

-6.5%

Long Term Debt

$6.26B

-29.2%

Short Term Debt

$1.76B

-34.2%

Return on Assets

7.35%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

13.70%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$1.95B

+773.1%

Operating Cash Flow

$2.16B

+1556.1%

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Questions About GD

What is the current price of General Dynamics?

General Dynamics is trading at $386.75 per share.

What is the 52-week range for General Dynamics?

Over the past 52 weeks, General Dynamics has traded between $306.03 and $388.12.

How much debt does General Dynamics have?

As of the most recent reporting period, General Dynamics reported total debt of $9.83B.

How much cash does General Dynamics have on hand?

General Dynamics reported $3.65B in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is General Dynamics’s dividend yield?

General Dynamics currently has a dividend yield of 1.60%.

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