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General Dynamics Corporation
$337.04
-0.64%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.
At a Glance
Live SnapshotGeneral Dynamics Corporation Street Expectations Map
Wall Street analysts project that GD stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 408.83, with estimates ranging from a low of 371.00 to a high of 444.00.
The consensus 1-year price target stands at 408.83, with estimates ranging from a low of 371.00 to a high of 444.00.
Analyst Consensus Analysis
Upside Potential
Strong upside potential. Consensus indicates attractive return opportunity with favorable risk-reward profile.
Analyst Agreement
High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.
Analyst Conviction
Strong buy conviction: High upside with tight consensus suggests compelling investment opportunity backed by analyst confidence.
Market Sentiment Insight
Rare opportunity: Exceptional upside potential with strong analyst consensus creates a compelling setup. The combination of significant price target premium and tight agreement suggests high-conviction undervaluation that may attract institutional capital.
General Dynamics Corporation Forward Estimates of Revenue
Forward Growth Analysis
Flat growth suggests market maturity or near-term challenges offsetting expansion efforts.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
General Dynamics Corporation Forward Estimates of Net Income
Forward Growth Analysis
Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
Key Insight
Well-supported growth expectations: Strong analyst coverage combined with positive growth projections provides confidence in forward outlook.
General Dynamics Corporation Forward Estimates of EPS
Forward Growth Analysis
Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
Key Insight
Well-supported growth expectations: Strong analyst coverage combined with positive growth projections provides confidence in forward outlook.
General Dynamics Corporation Forward Estimates of EBIT
Forward Growth Analysis
Moderate growth expected, typical for mature businesses with stable market positions.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
General Dynamics Corporation Forward Estimates of EBITDA
Forward Growth Analysis
Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
Key Insight
Well-supported growth expectations: Strong analyst coverage combined with positive growth projections provides confidence in forward outlook.
General Dynamics Corporation Forward Estimates of SG&A Expense
Forward Growth Analysis
Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
Key Insight
Compelling growth story with analyst consensus: Strong projected growth combined with narrow estimate spread suggests high-conviction opportunity.
General Dynamics Corporation Insider Positioning
During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $97.69M worth of GD shares, with no buying activity reported.
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Top Buyers
No buying activity
Top Sellers
Novakovic Phebe N
Director, Officer: Chairman And Ceo
$41.79M
Burns Mark Lagrand
Officer: Executive Vice President
$29.64M
Gilliland Marguerite Amy
Officer: Executive Vice President
$11.98M
Paddock David
Officer: Vice President
$3.09M
Moss William A
Officer: Vice President And Controller
$2.82M
Insider Activity Analysis
Net Insider Sentiment
Strong bearish signal with $97.69M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.
Buy/Sell Ratio
Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.
Recent Trend (3 Months)
Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchases—may warrant investigation into company developments.
Insider Participation
5 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.
Insider Activity Insight
Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.
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Snapshot
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Value Model
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Statements
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Earnings Call
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Dividends
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Analyst Expectations
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