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IndustrialsAerospace & DefenseScore data as of Sep 4, 2026

GD

Catalysts
General Dynamics Corporation
Industrials· Aerospace & Defense
AIQ Score
NeutralAIQ Edge 5/10
Low Priority
In Line With Peers
Score data as of Sep 4, 2026
Last price
$359.39
-$6.48 (-1.77%)
Latest market quote
Momentum20
Value60
Quality49
Risk Resilience60
Sentiment
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Stock Catalyst Board

Earnings timing, analyst expectations, news pressure, growth drivers, events, and AIQ Catalyst context.

Next earnings
Oct 28, 2026

Upcoming reporting date available for this company.

AIQ Catalyst
AIQ 47/100

Momentum 20/100 and sentiment before the next covered event.

Recent coverage
4 articles

Updated Sep 6, 2026 · Sentiment 43.82%

Earnings History And Surprises

See whether reported EPS and revenue have consistently exceeded or missed analyst expectations.

Earnings Expectations And Results

Compare what analysts expected with what the company reported across recent quarters.

Momentum 20/100AIQ Edge 5/10 In Line With Peers
Beat rate
88%
7 of 8 reported periods
Average surprise
+4.2%
Across covered historical reports
Latest result
+7.1%
Jul 29, 2026
EPS estimate versus actual
Actual bars are colored by beat, inline result, or miss.
Earnings history
Report dateFiscal periodEPS estimateEPS actualEPS surpriseRevenue estimateRevenue actual
Jul 29, 2026$3.96$4.24+7.1%$13.52B$14.09B
Apr 29, 2026$3.67$4.10+11.7%$12.7B$13.48B
Jan 28, 2026$4.11$4.17+1.5%$13.8B$14.38B
Oct 24, 2025$3.70$3.88+4.9%$12.5B$12.91B
Jul 23, 2025$3.55$3.74+5.4%$12.39B$13.04B
Apr 23, 2025$3.49$3.66+4.9%$11.98B$12.22B
Jan 29, 2025$4.07$4.15+2.0%$12.81B$13.34B
Oct 23, 2024$3.48$3.35-3.7%$11.68B$11.67B

Analyst Forecast And Price Targets

Wall Street consensus, rating distribution, and the current 12-month target range.

Analyst ratings
Buy
13
Buy
10
Hold
1
Sell
12-month analyst target
$415.10
+15.50% versus current price
Based on 7 analyst observations. Targets are estimates, not predictions.
Low target
$371.00
+3.23% vs latest price
Average target
$415.10
+15.50% vs latest price
High target
$465.00
+29.39% vs latest price

Event Read

Catalysts should explain what can change the setup, when it might happen, and which AIQ component would move first.

Current event setup

Event dateOct 28, 2026

Next known earnings or reporting date.

EPS estimate$4.14

Current analyst expectation for the upcoming report.

Revenue estimate$13.71B

Current analyst expectation for the upcoming report.

Sentiment score

News pressure around the setup.

Momentum score20

Where event reaction would show up first.

AIQ score47/100

Composite decision read before event confirmation.

Analyst context

Consensus
Buy
Analysts
7
Average target
$415.10
Target upside
15.50%
Target range
$371.00 - $465.00
90-day revisions
3

News And Sentiment

Recent company coverage, scored where source sentiment is available.

Positive
4
Neutral
0
Negative
0
gurufocus.com · Sep 5, 2026

GD Looks 0.3% Overvalued on GF Value™ as Dividend Sustainability Remains Strong

On September 05, 2026, General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) secured a $149.6 million contract for maintenance and modernization work on the USS Pinckney, underscoring it

gurufocus.com · Sep 4, 2026

Longview Asset Management Expands General Dynamics (GD) Stake in August Transaction

On Aug. 28, 2026, Longview Asset Management LLC executed a significant transaction by adding 35,844 shares of General Dynamics Corp (NYSE:GD). This purchase was

gurufocus.com · Sep 3, 2026

GD Looks 2.2% Overvalued on GF Value™ Amid Solid Dividend Fundamentals

On September 03, 2026, General Dynamics Corp (NYSE: GD) secured a $194.14 million contract modification to provide technical and engineering support for the Fir

insidermonkey.com · Sep 3, 2026

Jim Cramer Prefers Lockheed Martin Over General Dynamics as Defense Demand Accelerates

Toward the end of the lightning round of the September 1 episode of Mad Money, a caller asked for Jim Cramer’s opinion of General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE:GD).

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GD Catalysts FAQ

What are the next catalysts for GD stock?

GD's next stock catalysts can include earnings, guidance, analyst ratings, price-target changes, estimate revisions, product updates, regulatory events, contracts, or sector developments. Use this page to connect those events with AIQ and market context.

What upcoming events could move GD stock?

Upcoming events that could move GD include earnings reports, management commentary, estimate changes, major news, and market-wide sector catalysts.

How could GD's next earnings report affect the stock?

GD's next earnings report could affect the stock by changing revenue expectations, EPS estimates, guidance, analyst ratings, price targets, estimate revisions, and momentum.

What could drive GD stock higher?

GD could move higher if earnings, guidance, demand trends, analyst expectations, or AIQ momentum improve relative to what the market already expects.

What events could hurt GD stock?

GD could be hurt by weaker guidance, negative estimate revisions, margin pressure, adverse news, regulatory issues, or a sector-wide risk-off move.