With a market cap of $104.4 billion, General Dynamics Corporation (GD) is a global aerospace and defense company operating through four segments: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. It delivers a broad portfolio of advanced products and services including business jets, nuclear-powered submarines, combat vehicles, weapons systems, IT solutions, and next-gen technologies, supporting both military and commercial customers worldwide.
Shares of the Reston, Virginia-based company have outpaced the broader market over the past 52 weeks. GD stock has increased 22.1% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied 20.3%. Moreover, shares of the company have soared 14.8% on a YTD basis, compared to SPX’s 11.9% gain.