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7 defense stocks you need to buy before 2023 ends - 4 of 7

 
 

#4 - General Dynamics (NYSE:GD)

General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE: GD) offers world-class products through its portfolio of aerospace, marine systems, combat systems, and technologies. In October 2023 alone, the company received three contracts from the U.S. Navy totaling more than $1.63 billion.  

In the company's October 2023 earnings report, General Dynamics reported a record backlog of $95.6 billion. This will fuel further growth for the company while allowing it to continue paying down its debt.  

GD stock has a forward P/E ratio of around 19.3x, which is in line with the sector average. Investors are also likely to benefit from the projections for earnings growth of over 18%. That growth may not be fully priced into the stock, which is expected to grow by over 8%.  

And investors also get access to a Dividend Aristocrat. General Dynamics has increased its dividend for 32 consecutive years. The dividend yield is currently 2.16% and pays $5.28 per share annually. 

About General Dynamics

General Dynamics Corporation operates as an aerospace and defense company worldwide. It operates through four segments: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace segment produces and sells business jets; and offers aircraft maintenance and repair, management, aircraft-on-ground support and completion, charter, staffing, and fixed-base operator services. Read More 
Current Price
$263.64
Consensus Rating
Hold
Ratings Breakdown
9 Buy Ratings, 9 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings.
Consensus Price Target
$314.88 (19.4% Upside)

 

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