Why Aerospace And Defense Giant General Dynamics Shares Are Shooting Higher Today
Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi
General Dynamics Corp (NYSE:GD) reported Q4 fiscal 2023 revenue of $11.67 billion, surpassing consensus estimates of $11.37 billion, with a 7.5% Y/Y growth. However, EPS of $3.64 missed the consensus by $0.04. Operating earnings increased by 5% Y/Y, but operating margin contracted by 30 bps to 11%. The company saw growth in Aerospace and Marine Systems segments, but a decline in Technologies. GD ended with a record $93.6 billion backlog and generated $4.71 billion in operating cash flow for the fiscal year. The stock rose by 4.85% to $261.46.

January 24, 2024 | 3:12 pm
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General Dynamics reported strong Q4 revenue growth and a record backlog, but a slight miss on EPS. The stock responded positively, indicating investor confidence in the company's performance and future prospects.
The positive revenue growth and record backlog suggest strong future performance, overshadowing the slight EPS miss. The stock's rise reflects investor optimism, likely leading to a continued short-term positive impact.
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