GD Earnings

GD reported its earnings on 2026-04-29, showcasing a revenue of 13.48B against an estimate of 12.70B, resulting in a 6.15% surprise. The EPS was 4.1, surpassing the expected 3.68 by 11.41%. The stock experienced a 7.99% price change on the earnings day and a 11.29% change over the next five days, reflecting market reactions to the results.

Following GD's earnings announcement on 2026-04-29, the stock price moved by 7.99% on the day of the release. Over the subsequent five days, it saw a 11.29% change. Historically, GD's stock price tends to shift by an average of -1.08% in the 10 days leading up to earnings and 0.82% in the 10 days following, providing insight into potential market.

For 2026/Q2, analysts estimate GD's annual revenue to reach 13.41B, while the EPS is projected at 4.14. These estimates reflect recent revisions, with revenue estimates unchanged by 0% and EPS estimates unchanged by 0% over the past three months, indicating analyst expectation in the company's performance.

The correlation between GD's stock price and earnings forecast revisions shows that positive revisions in revenue or EPS often strengthen the stock's fundamentals. Over the past three months, revenue estimates for FY2025 were unchanged by 0%, while EPS estimates moved unchanged by 0%. This trend suggests that price dips could present buying opportunities for investors.

Based on historical trends, GD's stock price typically moves by -1.08% in the 10 days before its earnings and 0.82% in the 10 days after. For the upcoming 2026/Q2 earnings, analysts expect an EPS of 4.14 and revenue of 13.41B.

The earnings call summary indicates strong financial performance with record backlog levels and an optimistic outlook for 2026, including revenue growth and margin improvements. The Q&A section reveals eased supply chain challenges and durable Aerospace margins, despite some geopolitical uncertainties. The company's cautious approach to share buybacks and focus on dividends, along with strategic investments in defense and unmanned systems, further supports a positive sentiment. However, lack of specific guidance on certain programs tempers the outlook slightly, preventing a 'Strong positive' rating.