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GD P/E Ratio Analysis

21.3x

Updated 297h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio of 21.3x means investors pay $21.30 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings per share.

Sector Performance

45th percentile

21.3x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

22.0x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio of 21.3x means investors pay $21.30 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings per share.

This is below the sector median of 23.4x, placing GD in the 45th percentile among sector peers, so it is valued slightly cheaper than half of its competitors. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is -3.0%, meaning the P/E fell from 22.0x to 21.3x in the latest period. With a level below the sector median and a modest quarterly decline, the valuation is neither stretched nor a clear bargain, implying limited near-term re-rating risk but also no strong upside from a low base. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the P/E is in line with peers and shows a small contraction rather than a decisive shift in investor expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about GD?

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.

How is the P/E Ratio calculated?

P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.

Who are GD's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: WELL (102.4x), IAC (104.9x), FORM (108.1x), MCHP (113.5x), MTSI (118.9x).

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The Formula

Price / EPS

Why It Matters

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.