General Dynamics Corporation (GD) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 500 data points (2024-08-30 to 2026-08-28)
General Dynamics is a defense contractor and business jet manufacturer. The firm's segments are aerospace, marine, combat systems, and technologies. General Dynamics' aerospace segment manufactures...
General Dynamics Corporation (GD) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 23.25 (historical range: 19.34–24.55, median: 22.69), placing it at the 61th percentile — above its historical average, P/S ratio of 1.90 (range: 1.53–2.01, 61th percentile — above its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 19.36 (range: 16.15–20.39, 61th percentile).
Over the historical period (2024-08-30 to 2026-08-28), General Dynamics Corporation's P/E ratio has expanded by 14% over the observed period (from an average of 20.8 to 23.6).
General Dynamics Corporation appears slightly overvalued relative to its historical range, with most valuation metrics above their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Min | Median | Max | Percentile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 23.25 | 19.34 | 22.69 | 24.55 | 61th | above its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 1.90 | 1.53 | 1.86 | 2.01 | 61th | above its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 19.36 | 16.15 | 18.92 | 20.39 | 61th | above its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.05 | 39th | above its historical average |