General Dynamics Corporation EV/EBITDA
Data as of June 01, 2026
EV/EBITDA
15.39
Enterprise Value
$99.83B
EBITDA (TTM)
$6.49B
Sector
Industrials
How It's Calculated
15.39 = $99.83B ÷ $6.49B
What This Means
General Dynamics Corporation's EV/EBITDA of 15.4 is in a moderate range for Industrials.
About General Dynamics Corporation
General Dynamics Corporation (GD) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically in Aerospace & Defense. With a market capitalization of about $93.79B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $346.82, within a 52-week range of $268.10 to $369.70 (-6.2% from the high, +29.4% from the low). Beta of 0.34 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 8.1%, signaling modest profitability that investors should weigh against growth plans.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For General Dynamics Corporation, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Industrials. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 15.39x EV/EBITDA, General Dynamics Corporation (GD) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $99.83B and EBITDA near $6.49B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the GD metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Industrials names on our S&P 100 coverage, General Dynamics Corporation's EV/EBITDA of 15.39 can be compared with peers such as CAT (30.45), GE (31.60), RTX (18.07). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Industrials stocks.
Key Takeaways
- GD is grouped in the Industrials sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.34 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 8.1% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is GD's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. General Dynamics Corporation's ratio is about 15.39 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Industrials.
Is 15.39 high or low vs peers?
Among Industrials peers (e.g. GE (31.60), CAT (30.45), ETN (27.85)), GD's 15.39 should be read with growth, capex, and debt levels.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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