General Dynamics Corporation PEG Ratio
Data as of June 01, 2026
PEG Ratio
2.58
PE Ratio (TTM)
21.84
EPS (TTM)
$15.88
Sector
Industrials
How It's Calculated
2.58 = 21.84 ÷ Growth Rate
What This Means
General Dynamics Corporation's PEG ratio of 2.58 is above 2, suggesting the stock may be overvalued relative to its growth rate. Investors are paying a premium for each unit of earnings growth.
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
The PEG ratio adjusts the PE multiple for expected earnings growth, helping compare fast-growing and slow-growing names on a more equal footing. For General Dynamics Corporation, a PEG near 1 is often described as fairly valued relative to growth, though the growth estimate itself can change quickly with guidance revisions.
Sector Comparison
Among Industrials names on our S&P 100 coverage, General Dynamics Corporation's PEG ratio of 2.58 can be compared with peers such as CAT (2.08), GE (7.79), RTX (2.47). 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 PEG ratio?
PEG adjusts PE for expected earnings growth: PEG ≈ PE ÷ earnings growth rate. General Dynamics Corporation's PEG of 2.58 is a shorthand for growth-at-a-reasonable-price comparisons.
Does PEG suggest growth at a reasonable price?
PEG above 1.5 (2.58) may mean the market prices in high growth — or that growth estimates lag reality.
What are limitations of PEG for GD?
PEG depends on a single growth estimate, ignores balance sheet risk, and can mislead when earnings are volatile. Use it with PE, margins, and Industrials peers — not as a standalone verdict.
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