General Dynamics Reports Strong Full-Year 2025 Results with Double-Digit Growth and Record Backlog
GD sits 54% above its 52-week low of $239.2.
Summary
General Dynamics announced robust full-year 2025 financial results, featuring double-digit growth in revenue and earnings, alongside a significant increase in its backlog to $118 billion.
Key Events · Earnings and Guidance · GD
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Full-Year Financial Growth
Reported 2025 full-year revenue of $52.6 billion (up 10.1%), net earnings of $4.2 billion (up 11.3%), and diluted EPS of $15.45 (up 13.4%).
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Record Backlog and Strong Book-to-Bill
Ended 2025 with a record $118 billion backlog, a 30% increase from 2024, and achieved a consolidated book-to-bill ratio of 1.5x for the year.
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Robust Cash Flow and Debt Reduction
Generated $5.1 billion in cash from operating activities for the year and reduced total debt by $749 million.
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Increased Capital Investment
Invested $1.2 billion in capital expenditures in 2025, a 27% increase from 2024, signaling aggressive preparation for future growth.
Analysis · GD · Manufacturing
General Dynamics' strong full-year 2025 financial results, marked by double-digit growth across key metrics and a substantial increase in backlog, underscore the company's robust operational performance and strong demand for its products and services. The significant cash generation and debt reduction further strengthen its financial position. This positive report, released while the stock is trading near its 52-week high, provides a solid foundation for continued investor confidence and future growth expectations, particularly with increased capital investments planned.
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At the time of this filing, GD was trading at $368.00 on NYSE in the Manufacturing sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $99B. The 52-week trading range was $239.20 to $369.70. This filing was assessed with positive market sentiment and an importance score of 8 out of 10.