General Dynamics: The Aerospace Jewel Shines Bright In Earnings

Summary

  • 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.
  • I maintain a buy rating for General Dynamics, citing robust growth in aerospace and marine systems segments, despite tariff uncertainties.
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General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) reported first quarter results April 23. While the stock initially fell following the earnings release, we see that the stock price has somewhat recovered since. With double-digit growth in revenues, I also do not believe there was a lot to

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