General DynamicsGD -1.72%93 EV-to-FCF is 16.01 as of Jun. 24, 2026, which is 36% below its 10-year median of 25.02. GuruFocus rates GD with a GF Score™ of 93/100 and a GF Value™ of $346.29 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 180 Aerospace & Defense companies, General Dynamics ranks better than 76.11% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, General Dynamics's Enterprise Value is $99,293 Mil.
General Dynamics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $6,201 Mil. Therefore, General Dynamics's EV-to-FCF for today is 16.01.
The historical rank and industry rank for General Dynamics's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
GD'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12.91 Med: 25.02 Max: 45.32
Current: 16.01
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of General Dynamics was 45.32. The lowest was 12.91. And the median was 25.02.
GD's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 76.11% of 180
companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 34.655
vs GD: 16.01
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
General Dynamics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
General Dynamics's share price for today is $344.32.
General Dynamics's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $15.890.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
General Dynamics EV-to-FCF Related Terms
General Dynamics EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for General Dynamics's EV-to-FCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, General Dynamics's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
General Dynamics EV-to-FCF vs Aerospace & Defense Industry
For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, General Dynamics's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where General Dynamics's EV-to-FCF falls into.
General Dynamics's current Enterprise Value is $99,293 Mil.
General Dynamics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $6,201 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
General Dynamics (GD) has a EV-to-FCF of 16.01 as of Jun. 24, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on General Dynamics and its competitors. This is 36% below median its historical median of 25.02. Over the past decade, General Dynamics' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 12.91 to 45.32. According to the industry distribution chart, General Dynamics ranks #43 out of 180 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 23.9%.
Is General Dynamics' EV-to-FCF too high?
General Dynamics' current EV-to-FCF of 16.01 is 36% below median its 10-year median of 25.02. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.91 to a high of 45.32. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-FCF is 34.66. General Dynamics' value of 16.01 is 53.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, General Dynamics ranks #43 out of 180 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, General Dynamics has a GF Score™ of 93/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does General Dynamics' EV-to-FCF compare to HWM and RKLB?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, General Dynamics ranks #43 out of 180 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places General Dynamics in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 34.66. General Dynamics' value of 16.01 is 53.8% below this benchmark. Historically, General Dynamics' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 12.91 to 45.32 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 25.02 vs. the industry median of 34.66, General Dynamics has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Aerospace & Defense companies is 34.66, based on 180 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. General Dynamics's current EV-to-FCF of 16.01 is 53.8% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on General Dynamics and its competitors. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 34.66 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. General Dynamics's current EV-to-FCF is 16.01, which is 36% below median its own 10-year median of 25.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is General Dynamics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, General Dynamics (GD) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $346.29, compared to a current price of $344.32 — trading 0.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 16.01, which is 36% below median its 10-year median of 25.02 and 53.8% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 34.66. General Dynamics' overall GF Score™ is 93/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For General Dynamics (GD), the current EV-to-FCF is 16.01 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is General Dynamics (GD) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, General Dynamics stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $344.32 is trading 0.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $346.29.
GuruFocus considers General Dynamics to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for GD:
EV-to-FCF: 16.01 (36% below median its 10-year median of 25.02)
GF Value™: $346.29 vs. price of $344.32 (0.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 53.8% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#43 of 180)
No single metric tells the full story. See the GD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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 Gulfstream business jets and operates a global aircraft servicing operation. Combat systems produces land-based combat vehicles such as the M1 Abrams tank and Stryker armored personnel carrier, as well as munitions. The marine segment builds and services nuclear-powered submarines, destroyers, and Navy support ships. The technologies segment contains two main units: an IT business that primarily serves the government market and a mission systems business focusing on electronics that provide command, control, computing, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities to the military.
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